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Winter Olympics Will Increase Pressure On Overtouristed Dolomites, Local Residents Warn

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This summer, Dolomite landowners ask tourists to pay a fee on one scenic route after 8,000 visitors arrived in one day. Read more

From Lisbon To Uzbekistan: The Micro-retirement Destinations Drawing Gen Z Travellers

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Micro-retirements are emerging as the new travel solution for cash-conscious Gen Zers and millennials who don’t want t... Read more

Top 2026 Travel Trends: Glowcations, Literary Tourism And Year-round Alpine Escapes

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From visiting places associated with favourite books to travelling with multiple generations- these are the top trends l... Read more

Tourists Only Want One Thing From These Tiny European Villages - And Locals Have Had Enough

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In these Insta-famous villages, photo-hungry tourists are taking more than they’re giving back. Read more

Where To Spend New Years Eve For Epic Parties, Luxury Escapes And Quiet Retreats

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Euronews Travel rounds up the best destinations to celebrate New Year’s Eve, offering luxury, magnificent fireworks an... Read more

Creating New Traditions And Exploring The World: Whats Driving The Boom In Christmas Travel?

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From flocking back to family homes and big Turkey dinners to lounging on a sunny beach abroad and eating out, more Europ... Read more

Europeans Are Turning Up To Railway Stations In Their Pyjamas To Protest Cancelled Night Trains

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The decline of international night trains across Europe is facing growing scrutiny – as activists opt to protest in co... Read more

Is Vienna Dull? Austria Invites Entire Scottish Village To Find Out

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Vienna is so eager to bust its ‘dull’ reputation, it has invited 100 Scots to experience the city’s highlights. Read more

Dark Skies And Empty Itineraries: Why Sweden Wants Travellers To Embrace Boredom

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Whether it’s long walks or nights spent stargazing, Sweden wants travellers to embrace blissful nothingness. Read more

Nothing Beats A Jet2 Holiday: Is The Viral TikTok Trend Behind Record Passenger Numbers?

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Jet2 has praised the “unprecedented” success of its famous marketing campaign that took the internet by storm. Read more

Farm Stays And Heritage Hotels: The Experiences Shaping European Travel In 2026

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Europe’s top destinations for 2026 include Sardinia and Savoie, according to Expedia’s annual travel report. Read more

Rising Visa Costs Risk Accelerating US Travel Decline As New Fee Comes Into Effect

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This US visa fee increase could further impact international arrivals, which have already been on the decline so far thi... Read more

Cheap Flights, Costly Choices: How Extreme Day Trips Are Fuelling Overtourism And Climate Damage

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Budget ‘flying visits’ come at a great cost, contributing to overtourism and the climate crisis. Read more

Cheap Flights, Costly Choices: How Extreme Day Trips Are Fuelling Overtourism And Climate Damage

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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

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Our trip to Montenegro brought chaos, bonding, belly laughs, and the surprising joy of multi-generational travel. Read more

Sun, Sea And Overcrowded Sands: These Are Europes Most Complained About Beaches

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UK’s Bournemouth Beach is Europe's most complained about stretch of sand, according to a report based on TripAdvisor r... Read more

Spanish Town Grapples With Overtourism After Lavender Fields Become Social Media Hit

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Brihuega’s lavender fields attracted more than 100,000 visitors in July alone. Read more

European Travellers Turn To Lesser-known Spots And Shoulder Season Escapes Amid Overtourism Concerns

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Most European travellers are likely to spend between €1,500 and €2,000 per person per trip between June and November... Read more

Beyond The Peloton: Cycling Tourism Is Changing How We See And Spend In Europe

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Cycling tourism generates more than €44 billion annually for Europe. Read more

Can Tourism Be Reimagined? New Saudi-led Platform Wants To Future-proof Global Travel

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Tourism is expected to contribute nearly €11 trillion – about 10 per cent of GDP – to the global economy this year... Read more