Spain’s tourism hits new highs: Why shoulder season might not be the bargain it once was
About one in six Spanish travellers will go on holiday this September, part of a surge in off-peak trips. Read More
ScotRail abolishes peak rail fares in attempt to encourage more people to use trains
The removal of peak rail fares is expected to significantly help passengers with savings and deal with the current cost of living crisis. Read More
Cheap flights, costly choices: How extreme day trips are fuelling overtourism and climate damage
Budget ‘flying visits’ come at a great cost, contributing to overtourism and the climate crisis. Read More
Three generations, one trip: The beautiful chaos of travelling as a family
Our trip to Montenegro brought chaos, bonding, belly laughs, and the surprising joy of multi-generational travel. Read More
Walking on Mars: Discover Mangystau’s alien landscapes, sacred sites and Caspian coast
From fossil-filled cliffs to hidden cave mosques, Mangystau offers a rare journey through nature, history, and culture. Read More
France’s largest air traffic control union plans 24-hour strike in September
France’s largest air traffic control union sat out July’s strikes, prompting fears of greater disruption this time. Read More
Ryanair offers oversized baggage-spotting bonuses for staff as low-cost carriers tighten rules
Gate staff can earn €2.50 for every non-compliant bag they catch as Ryanair enforces its limits. Read More
Can cruising be emission-free? Havila Voyages plans the world’s longest climate-neutral cruise
Havila Voyages is the latest cruise line to work on a more sustainable cruise, as calls for greener cruising increase worldwide. Read More
Italy’s new ‘beer train’ sleeper service will take passengers from Rome to Munich for Oktoberfest
Travellers can get into the Oktoberfest mood right from the start of the journey with Bavarian-themed entertainment on Italy’s new night train. Read More
Uber plans new trains to offer direct connections to Paris, Brussels and Lille from London
Uber Trains is likely to offer more convenient and affordable rail connections to Europe than the Eurostar. Read More