Bulgarian Communist monument that attracts 50,000 urban explorers a year eyed as tourism attraction
The UFO-shaped Buzludzha monument was abandoned after the fall of the Communist regime in Bulgaria. Read More
Is the Entry/Exit Scheme delayed again? What travellers need to know about new EU border checks
If the EES becomes operational in autumn, non-EU travellers entering the Schengen Area will have to go through new scanners at EU borders. Read More
Međugorje, Lourdes, Fatima: Religious tourism earns one town €270m but what are devotees seeking?
This week, the Vatican officially approved religious pilgrimages to Međugorje in Bosnia. Read More
Georgia could be surprise 2025 summer hotspot as BA and easyJet launch direct flights from London
The new routes from Heathrow and Luton will cut down flight time from around eight to five hours. Read More
Cruise caps and cutting off power: European cities get serious on overtourism
Valencia, Budapest and Athens are all putting in place new legislation to tackle overtourism and illegal short-term accommodation. Read More
World’s most powerful passport: Spain knocked off top spot by Asian nation
Although Singapore is now in pole position, many European passport holders have impressive freedom of movement. Read More
Want to explore Japan outside of Tokyo? This airline is offering free domestic flights
Japan Airlines says the promotion is designed to provide a “seamless travel experience” across the archipelago. Read More
DJs, disco balls and all-night raves: Inside Europe’s party trains where you dance the journey away
Onboard parties are part of the push to make trains more appealing as travellers seek sustainable alternatives to flying. Read More
Frequent flyer? Here’s which European airline has the best rewards programme
This new ranking considered more than 60 individual frequent flyer programmes worldwide – and European airlines performed well across the board. Read More
Europe’s travel strikes: Flight and train disruption you can expect in September
Our travel guide is updated as soon as a new European strike is announced. Read More