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We Can Get Tourism Policies Right — These Three European Cities Show How It Can Be Done

To harness the power of travel, alleviate the drawbacks with smart policies, and make our world more tolerant and inclus... Read more

Venice Entry Fee Launches: Day-trippers Now Have To Pay To Visit The Italian City At Peak Times

Venice has rolled out a tourism tax to try to stop overcowding on peak weekends. Read more

Europe's Travel Strikes: Flight And Train Disruption You Can Expect In April And May

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

Venice Starts Fining Tourists Who Skip Entrance Fee To Historic Centre

But some locals aren’t convinced the entry fee or the associated fines will have any positive impact on local resident... Read more

From Benicàssim To Rock En Seine: The Best Festivals This Summer For A European Break

Escape the UK’s muddy and expensive festivals for these cheaper alternatives in Europe. Read more

Put Off: Many UK Adults Unwilling To Travel To Europe Under New Entry/Exit Scheme

A significant chunk of UK adults say they have no idea about how the EU’s new Entry/Exit System (EES) will work when i... Read more

From Floating Villages To Deserted Towns: Are These Europes Best Hidden Gems?

European Best Destinations has published its annual list of the best hidden gems on the continent. Read more

Beaches, Lakes And Sea Pools: Europes Best Train Journeys For A Summer Break

Chlorinated pools can have an annual footprint of 1,400kg CO2, so cool off in these dreamy natural swimming spots instea... Read more

French Air Traffic Controllers Call Off Strike But Passengers Still Face Cancellations

Although the strike has been called off, many flights are still cancelled. Read more

Luxembourgs Free Public Transport To Be Extended Across French Border With New Commuter Scheme

A new scheme will see French commuters able to get to their offices in Luxembourg without charge - and it offers environ... Read more

Fake Signs And Hunger Strikes: Whats Behind Europes Backlash Against Overtourism?

Overtourism is putting pressure on health services, waste management, water supplies and housing at the expense of resid... Read more

Malaga To Marbella: New Train Line Proposed For Spanish Coast Linking Seaside Cities

The extension would make it easier to explore more of the sun-drenched coastline loved by tourists. Read more

Smooch Cabins: German Trains Will Soon Have Private Cabins With Frosted Glass

State operator Deutsche Bahn will also allow passengers to reserve seats with ‘digital towels’ Read more

Dubai Airport Disruption: Heres What To Do If Youve Been Affected

Whether you've been affected by Dubai flight cancellations or a victim of disruption elsewhere, here’s how to make sur... Read more

Dreaming Of An Escape To The French Countryside? These Are Some Of The Best Hotels On Offer

From an escape to nature in the Loire Valley to an immersive experience in wine country, these hotels are some of the fi... Read more