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Poland's Route 666 To Hel Makes Its First Journey

The famous 666 bus route to the Polish town of Hel is officially back after being dropped in 2023 over concerns about it... Read more

The Best Scenery Under Heaven: Why Guilin Needs To Be On Your China Itinerary

Located in south west China’s Guangxi region, the area is known for its limestone karst scenery which is UNESCO World ... Read more

Barcelona Proposes To Nearly Triple Tourist Tax On Cruise Ship Passengers To €30 A Day

The hiked fee would only apply to cruises that make port calls and spend less than 12 hours docked. Read more

Europe's Best Lakes For A Safe Summer Dip, From The Italian Alps To The Hungarian Plains

The report ranked European countries for their abundance of lakes rated as “excellent”, meaning their water quality ... Read more

How Portugal's Alentejo Region Has Become A Hotspot For Luxury Hotel Openings

New openings, villa relaunches and stylish boutique stays are drawing fresh attention to Portugal’s Alentejo region, f... Read more

Central Asias First Paragliding World Cup Is Taking Place In Kazakhstan

Kazakhstan’s Zhetysu region is hosting the first Paragliding World Cup in Central Asia, bringing together around 150 p... Read more

Europe Summer Travel Trends: Short Breaks, Family Holidays And Coolcations Drive Demand

From quick getaways to heatwave-avoiding escapes, new data from Trip.com reveals the trends that are shaping summer trav... Read more

Mediterranean Travel Trends: How Blue Mind Experiences And Local Culture Keep People Coming Back

As fly-and-flop holidays fall out of fashion, travellers are looking for more meaningful travel experiences even while p... Read more

AmaRudi: Europe's Largest River Cruise Ship To Launch On The Danube Next Spring

The AmaRudi, AmaWaterways’ second double-width vessel, will accommodate 196 guests across 98 staterooms and suites whe... Read more

Washing Underwear In Kettles And Raiding The Breakfast Buffet: Strange Hotel Guest Habits Revealed

Using kettles to wash underwear, smuggling food from the breakfast buffet and squeezing extra guests into rooms are amon... Read more

European Heatwave Forces Eiffel Tower Early Closure And Tourist Attraction Shutdowns

From the Eiffel Tower and the Louvre to Buckingham Palace's Changing of the Guard, soaring temperatures are forcing attr... Read more

The Aperol Spritz Index: European Cities To Visit For An Affordable Aperitivo

If you love the bright orange beverage but don’t love the price tag attached to it in many bars, here’s where you sh... Read more

UAE Trains Connecting Abu Dhabi And Dubai Set To Launch This September

Etihad Rail will start its route between the UAE capital and Fujairah in late June, with further stations opening in the... Read more

Europe's Best Hotel Swimming Pools: Take A Dip And Stay Cool In The Heatwave

Europe boasts some of the world’s most stunning hotel swimming pools. From Italy to Iceland, we take a look at the per... Read more

Japan Launches Supreme Class Bullet Train Airline-style Private Cabins

Already renowned for their speed and comfort, Japan's Shinkansen bullet trains are about to become even more luxurious, ... Read more