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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 acco... Read more

Lava Cave Rooms And A Volcanic Menu: Santorinis Black Hotel Channels The Islands Eruptive Past 

The unusual hotel on Greece’s most famous island offers a true taste of the country. Read more

Europe's Travel Strikes: Flight And Train Disruption You Can Expect In October And Beyond

Our travel guide is updated as soon as a new European strike is announced. Read more

We Must Avoid Tourists Becoming Public Enemies: Ban On New Hotels As Overtourism Threatens Bali

Last month, tourism minister Sandiaga Uno warned that the situation in south Bali was verging on overtourism. Read more

Beluga Whales And Northern Lights: How Worlds Polar Bear Capital Is Adapting To Hotter Climate

This remote town relies on polar bear tourism - but it’s having to adapt as the climate heats up. Read more

Want To Move To Sweden? This Village In Lapland Is Paying Families Nearly €900 To Move There

A local organisation is vying to save the primary school and repopulate the town with cash handouts. Read more

Travelling Between Barcelona And Malaga? Ditch The Plane For This Budget Train Service

Spain’s new north-south train service will make sustainable travel cheaper and faster. Read more

Saunas, Cold Dips And A Smorgasbord: How To Have A Scandi-style Staycation In The UK

You can have Scandi wellness experiences and Nordic food during a more planet-friendly staycation. Read more

This Beauty Trend Could Lead To Interrogations And Delays At The Airport

While botox and filler are booming in Europe, many people don’t realise the consequences on their travel plans. Read more

Edinburgh Tourist Tax Expected To Raise Nearly €60 Million A Year For City Upgrades

The fee will be capped at seven consecutive days and is scheduled to come into force in 2026. Read more

Germany Tightens Border Checks: What Will Change For Travellers?

More strict checks at land borders will be in place for six months. Read more

Kiwis, Sun And A Nappuccino: An Experts Guide To Getting Better Sleep While Travelling

A recent survey found that 39 per cent of Brits ranked rest and relaxation top of their holiday requirements this year. Read more

Some French Trains Have New Luggage Regulations. Heres How To Avoid A Fine

Starting from mid-September, passengers now face a €50 fine for exceeding the luggage allowance. Read more

Rail Baltica: Will High-speed Trains Connecting Estonia, Latvia And Lithuania Ever Be A Reality?

Officials say the troubled and delayed Rail Baltica project is still set for completion by the end of the decade. Read more

Ecuador, Indonesia, Uganda: Where Can You Visit The Equator And Is It Worth A Trip?

Like a golden thread circling the Earth, the equator sprinkles a bit of tourist magic in 11 countries. Read more