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Ryanair offers oversized baggage-spotting bonuses for staff as low-cost carriers tighten rules

Gate staff can earn €2.50 for every non-compliant bag they catch as Ryanair enforces its limits.


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https://www.euronews.com/travel/2025/08/29/ryanair-offers-oversized-baggage-spotting-bonuses-for-staff-as-low-cost-carriers-tighten-r
Can cruising be emission-free? Havila Voyages plans the world’s longest climate-neutral cruise

Havila Voyages is the latest cruise line to work on a more sustainable cruise, as calls for greener cruising increase worldwide.


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https://www.euronews.com/travel/2025/08/28/can-cruising-be-emission-free-havila-voyages-plans-the-worlds-longest-climate-neutral-crui
Italy’s new ‘beer train’ sleeper service will take passengers from Rome to Munich for Oktoberfest

Travellers can get into the Oktoberfest mood right from the start of the journey with Bavarian-themed entertainment on Italy’s new night train.


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https://www.euronews.com/travel/2025/08/27/italys-new-beer-train-sleeper-service-will-take-passengers-from-rome-to-munich-for-oktober
Uber plans new trains to offer direct connections to Paris, Brussels and Lille from London

Uber Trains is likely to offer more convenient and affordable rail connections to Europe than the Eurostar.


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https://www.euronews.com/travel/2025/08/27/uber-plans-new-trains-to-offer-direct-connections-to-paris-brussels-and-lille-from-london
Retirement homes getting too expensive? This cruise is offering a permanent holiday instead

A cruise line is offering passengers the opportunity to spend their retirement travelling the world with their Golden Passport scheme.


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https://www.euronews.com/travel/2025/08/26/retirement-homes-getting-too-expensive-this-cruise-is-offering-a-permanent-holiday-instead
US budget airline Southwest to require plus-size travellers to pay for an extra seat

The new rule will take effect the same day the low-cost carrier introduces assigned seats.


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https://www.euronews.com/travel/2025/08/26/us-budget-airline-southwest-to-require-plus-size-travellers-to-pay-for-an-extra-seat
From rotating cable cars to steam trains: Experience all of Switzerland with these classic journeys

Explore Switzerland off the beaten path with some of these immersive journeys taking you from dramatic Alps to peaceful valleys and lush meadows.


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https://www.euronews.com/travel/2025/08/26/from-rotating-cable-cars-to-steam-trains-experience-all-of-switzerland-with-these-classic-
Forget capitals like Madrid and Tbilisi: These European second cities are hidden gems

With European capitals seeing surging visitor numbers, these overlooked second cities can be affordable, culture-rich destinations.


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https://www.euronews.com/travel/2025/08/25/forget-capitals-like-madrid-and-tbilisi-these-european-second-cities-are-bursting-with-cul
Are you doing Iceland all wrong? Skip the Ring Road for this remote hidden gem instead

As some of Iceland’s most famous destinations deal with increasing visitor numbers, travellers are seeking quieter, off-the-beaten-track experiences.


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https://www.euronews.com/travel/2025/08/24/are-you-doing-iceland-all-wrong-skip-the-ring-road-for-this-remote-hidden-gem-instead
Quince festivals and truffle markets: Why Provence is better in shoulder season

In October, food is a serious matter for the inhabitants of Cotignac.


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https://www.euronews.com/travel/2025/08/23/quince-festivals-and-truffle-markets-why-provence-is-better-in-shoulder-season
German, British and American tourists are choosing Greece this and they are spending more

Bank of Greece data on travel spending shows a significant increase compared to 2024


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https://www.euronews.com/travel/2025/08/22/german-british-and-american-tourists-are-choosing-greece-this-and-they-are-spending-more
How tourists visiting Dubrovnik’s City Walls are helping Croatia preserve its cultural heritage

As record numbers of tourists continue to visit Dubrovnik this year, the city is looking for positive ways to use tourism revenue to protect fragile monuments.


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https://www.euronews.com/travel/2025/08/22/how-tourists-visiting-dubrovniks-city-walls-are-helping-croatia-preserve-its-cultural-heri
Thailand is planning to give away thousands of free domestic flights to tourists

Thailand cut its forecast to 33 million international visitors, down from 39 million at the start of 2025.


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https://www.euronews.com/travel/2025/08/22/thailand-is-planning-to-give-away-thousands-of-free-domestic-flights-to-tourists
A new night bus network is coming to Europe and its interiors are seriously stylish

The 21 seats have been modelled on those found in business class on planes.


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https://www.euronews.com/travel/2025/08/22/a-new-night-bus-network-is-coming-to-europe-and-its-interiors-are-seriously-stylish
How these European cities are using innovative rewards to boost sustainable tourism

European cities have been inspired by Copenhagen’s CopenPay good behaviour reward scheme.


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https://www.euronews.com/travel/2025/08/21/how-these-european-cities-are-using-innovative-rewards-to-boost-sustainable-tourism
Ryanair renews call for urgent air traffic control reform after 'unacceptable' Athens flight delays

The low-cost airline denounced the delays in Athens and, for the second time this summer, attacked the Commission on the EU's Air Traffic Control system


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https://www.euronews.com/travel/2025/08/21/ryanair-renews-call-for-urgent-air-traffic-control-reform-after-unacceptable-athens-flight
‘Remove stops from Google Maps’: Venetians angered after tourists discover €2 gondola ferries

The ‘traghetti’ ferry passengers between the two banks of the Grand Canal - a useful service considering there are only four bridges that cross it.


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https://www.euronews.com/travel/2025/08/21/remove-stops-from-google-maps-venetians-angered-after-tourists-discover-2-gondola-ferries
Estonia’s remote islands may be Europe’s best-kept travel secret. Here’s why

These secluded Estonian islands offer solitude, nature, ancient architecture and abundant wildlife for a more rejuvenating holiday.


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https://www.euronews.com/travel/2025/08/21/estonias-remote-islands-may-be-europes-best-kept-travel-secret-heres-why
Paris residents fight overtourism and ‘Disneyfication' of beloved Montmartre neighbourhood

Paris welcomed 48,7 million tourists in 2024 and residents say visitor numbers are taking their toll.


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https://www.euronews.com/travel/2025/08/20/paris-residents-fight-overtourism-and-disneyfication-of-beloved-montmartre-neighbourhood
Air Canada resume flights after half a million passengers affected by strikes

Here’s what passengers need to know about their rights to compensation and what their travel insurance can cover.


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https://www.euronews.com/travel/2025/08/20/air-canada-to-resume-flights-after-half-a-million-passengers-affected-by-strikes
British tourist faces €1,500 fine after being caught stealing stones from Pompeii

The stolen items were seized and given back to the archaeological park, with the visitor charged for aggravated theft.


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https://www.euronews.com/travel/2025/08/19/british-tourist-faces-1500-fine-after-being-caught-stealing-stones-from-pompeii
EU’s new Entry/Exit System: What travellers need to know about visas, insurance and delays

As speculations around the impact of the new EES system increase, Euronews Travel explores some common debunked myths.


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https://www.euronews.com/travel/2025/08/18/eus-new-entryexit-system-what-uk-travellers-need-to-know-about-visas-insurance-and-delays
Air Canada suspends restart plans after flight attendants union defies return to work order

The Canada Industrial Relations Board had ordered airline staff back to work by 2 pm Sunday after the government intervened.


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https://www.euronews.com/travel/2025/08/18/air-canada-suspends-restart-plans-after-flight-attendants-union-defies-return-to-work-orde
Would you spend four months on a cruise? These super-long cruises let you visit dozens of cities

From Princess Cruises’ Grand Circle Pacific Voyage to Oceania Cruises’ Kangaroo Route, Euronews Travel explores some of the longest cruise journeys launching in 2026 and 2027.


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https://www.euronews.com/travel/2025/08/17/would-you-spend-four-months-on-a-cruise-these-super-long-cruises-let-you-visit-dozens-of-c
Canadian government intervenes to avert Air Canada strike affecting over 100,000 travellers

10,000 Air Canada flight attendants will return back to work after the Canadian government forced the workers into arbitration as over 100,000 travellers were left stranded due to the work stoppage on Saturday.


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https://www.euronews.com/travel/2025/08/16/canadian-government-intervenes-to-avert-air-canada-strike-affecting-over-100000-travellers
From warzones to tropical islands: Meet the 19-year-old solo traveller who has visited 118 nations

Euronews Travel spoke to solo-traveller Arjun Malaviya about his experiences, from navigating dangerous conflict areas and warzones, to negotiating with customs officials and reaching some of the remotest parts of the world.


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https://www.euronews.com/travel/2025/08/16/from-warzones-to-tropical-islands-meet-the-19-year-old-solo-traveller-who-has-visited-118-
Why Thailand’s new luxury Blue Jasmine train will be like a boutique hotel on wheels

Thailand’s upcoming luxury heritage train will allow passengers to visit historical sites and engage in deeper cultural immersion experiences- without compromising on style or comfort.


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https://www.euronews.com/travel/2025/08/15/why-thailands-new-luxury-blue-jasmine-train-will-be-like-a-boutique-hotel-on-wheels
Seaplane revival in Greece begins with first successful test flight over Corfu’s coastline

The test was carried out smoothly and safely, offering stunning views of Corfu's coastline.


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https://www.euronews.com/travel/2025/08/15/seaplane-revival-in-greece-begins-with-first-successful-test-flight-over-corfus-coastline
Air Canada starts cancelling flights ahead of potential strike that could impact thousands

Canada's biggest airline began suspending flights on Thursday after flight attendants issued a strike notice.


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https://www.euronews.com/travel/2025/08/15/air-canada-starts-cancelling-flights-ahead-of-potential-strike-that-could-impact-thousands
Airport traffic in Greece climbs 6.5% with Crete recording the strongest passenger growth

Almost half a million more passengers moved through Greek airports in the first half of 2025


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https://www.euronews.com/travel/2025/08/15/airport-traffic-in-greece-climbs-65-with-crete-recording-the-strongest-passenger-growth
Flying to Portugal in August? Airport strikes could derail your summer holiday plans

Spain is also preparing for airport staff strikes until the end of the year.


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https://www.euronews.com/travel/2025/08/14/flying-to-portugal-in-august-airport-strikes-could-derail-your-summer-holiday-plans
Fewer flights, more immersion: What is 'tripchaining' and could it help you travel more sustainably?

Tripchaining can help travellers save money and time, while spending more time in destinations for a more authentic and memorable holiday.


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https://www.euronews.com/travel/2025/08/14/fewer-flights-more-immersion-what-is-tripchaining-and-could-it-help-you-travel-more-sustai
Amid blistering heatwaves, Italians are abandoning their beloved beach holidays for the mountains

Italians are snubbing the beaches in droves this year, with as much as a 25 per cent drop in visitors along some coastlines.


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https://www.euronews.com/travel/2025/08/14/amid-blistering-heatwaves-italians-are-abandoning-their-beloved-beach-holidays-for-the-mou
What is personalised pricing and could it be making your holiday more expensive?

Experts say travel providers are using consumers’ personal data to tailor prices to individual customers.


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https://www.euronews.com/travel/2025/08/13/what-is-personalised-pricing-and-could-it-be-making-your-holiday-more-expensive
Alerts and insurance: How to prepare for a summer holiday in Europe’s wildfire-prone destinations

Summer blazes are common in Europe, where experts warn that climate change is exacerbating the situation.


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https://www.euronews.com/travel/2025/08/12/how-to-stay-safe-if-youre-visiting-greece-and-turkiye-during-summer-wildfire-season
Not enough snow anymore: How climate change is pushing Bosnian resorts to pivot to summer tourism

Tourism operators in the Jahorina and Bjelasnica mountains near Sarajevo have started expanding their summer offerings in recent years, after several summers with little snow.


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https://www.euronews.com/travel/2025/08/12/not-enough-snow-anymore-how-climate-change-is-pushing-bosnian-resorts-to-pivot-to-summer-t
Europe’s safest cities ranked: The top destination offers both historic charm and peace of mind

Cities like Dubrovnik and Tallinn have succeeded in preserving their medieval heritage while balancing tourist and resident safety and comfort.


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https://www.euronews.com/travel/2025/08/12/europes-safest-cities-ranked-the-top-destination-offers-both-historic-charm-and-peace-of-m
Looking for a slow travel holiday this year? Head to these top destinations for a mindful break

Cornwall’s peaceful beaches, dramatic natural landscape and range of cuisines has attracted more slow travellers in the last few years.


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https://www.euronews.com/travel/2025/08/11/looking-for-a-slow-travel-holiday-this-year-head-to-these-top-destinations-for-a-mindful-b
France is the world's most visited country. So why hasn't it turned on tourism?

France welcomed more than 100 million people in 2024, but tourism protests have been few and far between.


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https://www.euronews.com/travel/2025/08/11/france-is-the-worlds-most-visited-country-so-why-hasnt-it-turned-on-tourism
Not just a meal: This restaurant is the gateway to Kazakhstan’s greenest national park

In Ust Kamenogorsk, 400km from Kazakhstan’s remote Katon Karagay National Park, a restaurant known as "the gateway to Katon" offers travellers a unique mix of regional cuisine, cultural history, and practical travel advice.


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https://www.euronews.com/travel/2025/08/10/not-just-a-meal-this-restaurant-is-the-gateway-to-kazakhstans-greenest-national-park
Discover Portugal by motorhome: We travelled from Lisbon to the Algarve in 20 days

Portugal is one of the most popular countries for motorhomers and is the second most popular destination for European touring holidaymakers after Italy. We show you what it's like to travel like this through Portugal for 20 days.


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https://www.euronews.com/travel/2025/08/09/discover-portugal-by-motorhome-we-travelled-from-lisbon-to-the-algarve-in-20-days
Gale-force winds force Greek ports to halt island ferries leaving passengers stranded

The port authorities are monitoring the updated weather reports and will give the "green light" for departures once conditions improve.


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https://www.euronews.com/travel/2025/08/08/gale-force-winds-force-greek-ports-to-halt-island-ferries-leaving-passengers-stranded
Travel by train in Japan to the most impressive fireworks festivals in the world

One festival features the largest firework in the world, known as the ‘Yonshakudama’


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https://www.euronews.com/travel/2025/08/08/travel-by-train-in-japan-to-the-most-impressive-fireworks-festivals-in-the-world
Sun, sea and overcrowded sands: These are Europe’s most complained about beaches

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


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https://www.euronews.com/travel/2025/08/07/sun-sea-and-overcrowded-sands-these-are-europes-most-complained-about-beaches
Trump administration unveils plan to charge some visitors visa security deposit of up to $15,000

The Trump administration is moving towards tightening entry restrictions, with a new measure that could make it more burdensome for citizens of certain countries to obtain a visa.


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https://www.euronews.com/travel/2025/08/06/trump-administration-unveils-plan-to-charge-some-visitors-visa-security-deposit-of-up-to-1
Travelling in Europe this summer? Here are all the things that could ruin your holiday

Be prepared by taking out the right travel insurance, staying up to date with weather warnings, and getting your head around tourist taxes.


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https://www.euronews.com/travel/2025/08/06/travelling-in-europe-this-summer-here-are-all-the-things-that-could-ruin-your-holiday
New Zealand to charge foreign tourists to visit four of its most famous natural attractions

The measure aims to generate revenue for conservation while boosting employment opportunities.


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https://www.euronews.com/travel/2025/08/05/new-zealand-to-charge-foreign-tourists-to-visit-four-of-its-most-famous-natural-attraction
Ryanair baggage handlers call strikes at Spanish airports from August: How will it affect my flight?

Strikes will affect many Spanish airports at key times of the day and could lead to delays and cancellations.


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https://www.euronews.com/travel/2025/08/05/ryanair-baggage-handlers-call-strikes-at-spanish-airports-from-august-how-will-it-affect-m
Flight cancelled? These booking sites have committed to refunding passengers within 14 days

Many travellers experience long delays for cancelled flights booked through third parties like online travel booking platforms.


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https://www.euronews.com/travel/2025/08/04/flight-cancelled-these-booking-sites-have-committed-to-refunding-passengers-within-14-days
Amber wind warning in place as Storm Floris hits Scotland, disrupting bank holiday events

Authorities in Scotland have cancelled trains and closed parks as Storm Floris brings destructive winds of up to 137 km/h, posing significant risks to lives and property.


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https://www.euronews.com/travel/2025/08/04/amber-wind-warning-in-place-as-storm-floris-hits-scotland-disrupting-bank-holiday-events