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These are the best-value winter sun destinations to head to in 2026
The new report looked at the cost of common holiday purchases like meals, drinks and sunscreen to discover where you’ll get the most bang for your buck. π Click on the link below to read the article https://www.euronews.com/2026/09/28/these-are-the-best-value-winter-sun-destinations-to-head-to-in-2026 |
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These are the most beautiful new train stations in Europe, according to Prix Versailles
Three stations on the continent made the list, including Rome’s Colosseo - Fori Imperiali Station. π Click on the link below to read the article https://www.euronews.com/2026/09/28/these-are-the-most-beautiful-new-train-stations-in-europe-according-to-prix-versailles |
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The top 10 countries for tourism have just been named – and six are in Europe
While Japan claimed the top spot overall, Albania was named as the fastest improver in the World Economic Forum’s Travel & Tourism Development Index. π Click on the link below to read the article https://www.euronews.com/2026/09/28/the-top-10-countries-for-tourism-have-just-been-named-and-six-are-in-europe |
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Euronews Travel & Tourism Summit 2026: Headline speakers, key topics and how to watch
The Euronews Travel & Tourism Summit on 29 September brings together policymakers and industry experts to debate the biggest issues shaping the future of travel. π Click on the link below to read the article https://www.euronews.com/2026/09/28/euronews-travel-tourism-summit-2026-headline-speakers-key-topics-and-how-to-watch |
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Tokyo vs Seoul: Which trendy capital should you visit on an Asian adventure?
Tourism in both Tokyo and Seoul has been booming for a while now and there’s no sign of this slowing down just yet. Here we take a look at two of Asia's trending capital cities. π Click on the link below to read the article https://www.euronews.com/2026/09/28/tokyo-vs-seoul-which-trendy-capital-should-you-visit-on-an-asian-adventure |
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Travelling with friends? These are the most popular cities for group holidays in 2026
Where are groups travelling to for the rest of 2026? London, Paris and Marseille top Kayak’s most searched destinations for group holidays. π Click on the link below to read the article https://www.euronews.com/2026/09/27/travelling-with-friends-these-are-the-most-popular-cities-for-group-holidays-in-2026 |
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Ljubljana vs Zagreb: Which Central European capital should you visit next?
The capitals of Slovenia and Croatia are overlooked in favour of lake and coastal destinations elsewhere – here’s why it’s time for you to change that. π Click on the link below to read the article https://www.euronews.com/2026/09/26/ljubljana-vs-zagreb-which-central-european-capital-should-you-visit-next |
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The 50 Best Bars 2026: 18 spots in Europe make extended 51-100 list
Four bars in Italy made the cut on the extended 51-100 list, along with three apiece in Spain and the UK. π Click on the link below to read the article https://www.euronews.com/2026/09/25/the-50-best-bars-2026-18-spots-in-europe-make-extended-51-100-list |
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Which European passports are the strongest for visa-free travel?
A new ranking compares passport strength based on how many destinations European travellers can visit visa-free, with an ETA or by obtaining a visa on arrival. π Click on the link below to read the article https://www.euronews.com/2026/09/25/which-european-passports-are-the-strongest-for-visa-free-travel |
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These are the best airport lounges in the world – and four are in Europe
The Plaza Premium Lounge at Rome Fiumicino Airport was named the best on the continent, and second best overall. π Click on the link below to read the article https://www.euronews.com/2026/09/24/these-are-the-best-airport-lounges-in-the-world-and-four-are-in-europe |
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80 years and still steaming: A milestone year for the world’s last seagoing paddle steamer
This October, the Waverley paddle steamer is marking its 80th anniversary with cruises along London’s iconic River Thames. π Click on the link below to read the article https://www.euronews.com/2026/09/24/80-years-and-still-steaming-a-milestone-year-for-the-worlds-last-seagoing-paddle-steamer |
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Aman set to open first hotel in the Maldives complete with an entire island dedicated to wellness
Amanolu in the Vaavu Atoll will have just 52 keys as well as 16 private residences, which also have their own island. π Click on the link below to read the article https://www.euronews.com/2026/09/24/aman-set-to-open-first-hotel-in-the-maldives-complete-with-an-entire-island-dedicated-to-w |
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The world’s best spas for 2026 have been revealed – and Italy leads the way
Italy took centre stage at this year’s World Spa Awards after being named the world’s best spa destination. Italian retreats and other European spas were also crowned at the 2026 gala. π Click on the link below to read the article https://www.euronews.com/2026/09/24/the-worlds-best-spas-for-2026-have-been-revealed-and-italy-leads-the-way |
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Project Sunrise update: Qantas to launch non-stop flights between Sydney and New York from 2028
Passengers will spend 18 hours in the air on the specially configured Airbus A350-1000ULR aircraft. π Click on the link below to read the article https://www.euronews.com/2026/09/23/project-sunrise-update-qantas-to-launch-non-stop-flights-between-sydney-and-new-york-from- |
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AI and ski to cruises and Gen Z: dnata’s CEO on the trends driving travel in the UAE and beyond
From AI-powered travel offers to growing demand for ski holidays, cruises and food experiences, dnata’s new Group CEO Nabil Sultan Al Murr says consumer habits are evolving rapidly. π Click on the link below to read the article https://www.euronews.com/2026/09/23/ai-and-ski-to-cruises-and-gen-z-dnatas-ceo-on-the-trends-driving-travel-in-the-uae-and-bey |
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Where to travel in Europe in 2027: Lonely Planet reveals its best destinations and experiences
The guide book publisher just announced its 2027 Best in Travel list, with spots like Šibenik in Croatia and the Swedish Riviera making the cut. π Click on the link below to read the article https://www.euronews.com/2026/09/23/where-to-travel-in-europe-in-2027-lonely-planet-reveals-its-best-destinations-and-experien |
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These are the most affordable Michelin Key hotels in Europe
From a wine estate in the UK to an eco hotel in Spain’s Costa Brava, here are some of the world’s best hotels priced between €130 and €220 a night. π Click on the link below to read the article https://www.euronews.com/2026/09/23/these-are-the-most-affordable-michelin-key-hotels-in-europe |
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From Cyprus to the Canaries: Where to go for a warm autumn holiday in Europe
A new ranking reveals the top 10 European destinations offering plenty of sunshine during the autumn months. π Click on the link below to read the article https://www.euronews.com/2026/09/23/from-cyprus-to-the-canaries-where-to-go-for-a-warm-autumn-holiday-in-europe |
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Hidden gem to holiday hotspot: How Albania became one of Europe’s fastest-growing travel destinations
The number of tourists visiting the Balkan nation has doubled in the past decade as more and more people discover its fascinating history, brilliant beaches and awe-inspiring hiking trails. π Click on the link below to read the article https://www.euronews.com/2026/09/22/hidden-gem-to-holiday-hotspot-how-albania-became-one-of-europes-fastest-growing-travel-des |
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Foreign visitors drive gains in Greek tourism in July
Arrivals rose 2.5% and overnight stays 2% in July 2026, according to provisional ELSTAT data. Foreign visitors made up more than 80% of arrivals and almost 88% of nights. π Click on the link below to read the article https://www.euronews.com/2026/09/22/foreign-visitors-drive-gains-in-greek-tourism-in-july |
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Wrapping passports in foil to stop hackers: New travel trend goes viral
An unusual travel trend is causing a stir online: More and more holidaymakers are wrapping their passports in aluminium foil, clogging up passport control. π Click on the link below to read the article https://www.euronews.com/2026/09/22/wrapping-passports-in-foil-to-stop-hackers-new-travel-trend-goes-viral |
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Eurowings launches competition to name a plane after someone special
The budget German carrier is asking European residents to nominate folks who make their life easier. π Click on the link below to read the article https://www.euronews.com/2026/09/22/eurowings-launches-competition-to-name-a-plane-after-someone-special |
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Lisbon voted the world's happiest travel destination in new global survey
Sunlight, healthy food, sleep quality, physical exercise and access to nature were the five factors that put Portugal's capital at the top of a ranking of 47 cities. π Click on the link below to read the article https://www.euronews.com/2026/09/22/tourism-lisbon-named-the-happiest-destination-in-the-world |
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2026 Michelin Key hotels: All the new three key properties in Europe
From an exclusive Venetian island retreat to a 17th-century convent turned wellness resort, these hotels in Europe are guaranteed to blow you away. π Click on the link below to read the article https://www.euronews.com/2026/09/21/2026-michelin-key-hotels-all-the-new-three-key-properties-in-europe |
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Flying with your cat or dog? These are Europe’s best pet-friendly airlines
From cabin rules and weight allowances to dedicated airport lounges, a new ranking reveals which carriers make travelling with pets the easiest. π Click on the link below to read the article https://www.euronews.com/2026/09/21/flying-with-your-cat-or-dog-these-are-europes-best-pet-friendly-airlines |
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October 2026 travel guide: Where to go, what to see and the new hotels to book
Planning an autumn escape? From spooky season in Transylvania and Ireland to food festivals in San Sebastián, Oktoberfest in Munich and new hotel openings in Lisbon and London, these are the travel highlights to know about this month. π Click on the link below to read the article https://www.euronews.com/2026/09/21/october-2026-travel-guide-where-to-go-what-to-see-and-the-new-hotels-to-book |
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All the direct flight routes from Europe to Central and South America
With tourism numbers up 37% in Brazil and 24% in Guyana, more and more travellers are heading to Central and South America. π Click on the link below to read the article https://www.euronews.com/2026/09/20/all-the-direct-flight-routes-from-europe-to-central-and-south-america |
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Drums, dancing and definitely no tears: Here’s why you need to experience Nepal’s Sa: Paru festival
Euronews Travel’s Dianne Apen-Sadler headed to the ancient city of Bhaktapur in Nepal for the Sa: Paru festival honouring those that have died in the past year. π Click on the link below to read the article https://www.euronews.com/2026/09/19/drums-dancing-and-definitely-no-tears-heres-why-you-need-to-experience-nepals-sa-paru-fest |
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The world's 20 best airlines for 2026 have been announced – with only six in Europe
There were wins for Air France, Turkish Airlines and Vueling in individual categories, but Europe struggled to match the haul of awards picked up by carriers from Asia and the Middle East π Click on the link below to read the article https://www.euronews.com/2026/09/18/the-worlds-20-best-airlines-for-2026-have-been-announced-with-only-six-in-europe |
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‘Race-cation’ boom: Searches for 24-hour city breaks rise by 500% as runners plan marathon trips
Searches for ‘marathon abroad’ have hit an all-time high, with travellers also researching what to see, eat and do in European race destinations once the running is over. π Click on the link below to read the article https://www.euronews.com/2026/09/18/race-cation-boom-searches-for-24-hour-city-breaks-surge-by-500-as-runners-plan-marathon-tr |
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Oasis 2027 tour: Travel searches surge for European host cities – and tickets are not on sale yet
After tour dates were announced for 38 concerts in 2027, Oasis fans are already searching for travel to the host destinations – with Glasgow seeing the biggest surge, +2,400%, according to new data. π Click on the link below to read the article https://www.euronews.com/2026/09/18/oasis-2027-tour-travel-searches-surge-for-european-host-cities-and-tickets-are-not-on-sale |
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Europe’s most popular castles and palaces revealed – according to traveller reviews
From Prague Castle to Dracula’s fortress in Romania, these are the European palaces and castles attracting the most attention from travellers in 2026. π Click on the link below to read the article https://www.euronews.com/2026/09/18/europes-most-popular-castles-and-palaces-revealed-according-to-traveller-reviews |
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Before the skyscrapers: Dubai’s oldest building, Al Fahidi Fort, set to reopen with new museum
After a five-year closure for an extensive restoration project, the historic Al Fahidi Fort in Old Dubai will welcome back visitors in the ‘coming weeks or months’. π Click on the link below to read the article https://www.euronews.com/2026/09/18/before-the-skyscrapers-dubais-oldest-building-al-fahidi-fort-set-to-reopen-with-new-museum |
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Premiumisation, industry recovery and AI: What’s trending in travel at ATM Dubai 2026?
At Arabian Travel Market in Dubai, much of the conversation on the sidelines was about the major disruptions so far this year, but there was also a big focus on recovery as new trends and products shape the industry’s future. π Click on the link below to read the article https://www.euronews.com/2026/09/18/premiumisation-industry-recovery-and-ai-whats-trending-in-travel-at-atm-dubai-2026 |
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Moldova, Greece and Ireland: Where tourist arrivals are on the rise in Europe this year
In the first half of 2026, Europe as a whole saw a 3% increase in tourists – but arrivals were down in Western Europe, partially due to heatwaves. π Click on the link below to read the article https://www.euronews.com/2026/09/17/moldova-greece-and-ireland-where-tourist-arrivals-are-on-the-rise-in-europe-this-year |
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From F1 to FIBA: Qatar unveils packed calendar of global events
More than 560 events are planned through 2027, with major sports, concerts and festivals on the programme as Qatar looks to build on record visitor numbers. π Click on the link below to read the article https://www.euronews.com/2026/09/17/from-f1-to-fiba-qatar-unveils-packed-calendar-of-global-events |
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Athens, Glasgow and Rome: Here’s where to find the coolest neighbourhoods in Europe
The hottest area in Athens – Neos Kosmos – claimed first in Europe and third place in the overall ranking. π Click on the link below to read the article https://www.euronews.com/2026/09/17/athens-glasgow-and-rome-heres-where-to-find-the-coolest-neighbourhoods-in-europe |
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Istanbul Airport overtakes London Heathrow as world’s most connected hub
Of the top 50 most connected airports in the world, 12 are located in Europe. π Click on the link below to read the article https://www.euronews.com/2026/09/17/istanbul-airport-overtakes-london-heathrow-as-worlds-most-connected-hub |
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These are the best food and drink tours to travel for in 2026, according to Tripadvisor
Topping the review-led ranking is a food walk in Reykjavik where travellers get to try everything from Icelandic hot dogs to ice cream. π Click on the link below to read the article https://www.euronews.com/2026/09/17/these-are-the-best-food-and-drink-tours-to-travel-for-in-2026-according-to-tripadvisor |
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Which European cities have the most expensive public transport?
A new Greenpeace study has found that fares have risen in 14 European capitals since 2023, with some cities seeing prices climb by more than 50% – although public transport has become cheaper in four others. π Click on the link below to read the article https://www.euronews.com/2026/09/17/which-european-cities-have-the-most-expensive-public-transport |
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UK passengers with cancelled trains will now be able to use services on a different operator
Cross-operator ticket acceptance after train cancellations has been expanded to include several new lines. π Click on the link below to read the article https://www.euronews.com/2026/09/16/uk-passengers-with-cancelled-trains-will-now-be-able-to-use-services-on-a-different-operat |
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The 50 Best Hotels 2026: Rosewood Hong Kong named No.1 as 21 European hotels included in ranking
The top rated property on the continent is Lake Como’s Passalacqua, coming in fifth overall on The 50 Best Hotels 2026 list. π Click on the link below to read the article https://www.euronews.com/2026/09/16/the-50-best-hotels-2026-rosewood-hong-kong-named-no1-as-21-european-hotels-included-in-ran |
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Spain sets out 2030 sustainable tourism strategy – with residents a ‘core’ focus
With 100 million international visitors expected this year, and ongoing concerns about overtourism, Spain is putting people and sustainability at the centre of its countrywide policy. π Click on the link below to read the article https://www.euronews.com/2026/09/16/spain-sets-out-2030-sustainable-tourism-strategy-with-residents-a-core-focus |
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Think you’re the same person when on holiday? Plenty of travellers say otherwise
From staying out later than planned to buying things they’d normally consider unnecessary, travellers are more willing to break their everyday habits when they’re away, new research suggests. π Click on the link below to read the article https://www.euronews.com/2026/09/16/think-youre-the-same-person-on-holiday-plenty-of-travellers-say-otherwise |
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Eurostar’s new trains will have two-storey cocktail bars – but you’ll have to wait until 2031
The two-storey bars aboard Eurostar Celestia will be open to all passengers. π Click on the link below to read the article https://www.euronews.com/2026/09/15/eurostars-new-trains-will-have-two-storey-cocktail-bars-but-youll-have-to-wait-until-2031 |
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Poké Ball-shaped hotel opens in Japan to mark 30th anniversary of Pokémon
The new hotel concept in Tomakomai City, Hokkaido, was designed by NOT A HOTEL and is just three metres wide. π Click on the link below to read the article https://www.euronews.com/2026/09/15/poke-ball-shaped-hotel-opens-in-japan-to-mark-30th-anniversary-of-pokemon |
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Beyond the Silk Road: Visitors stay longer, spend more and venture further across Uzbekistan
International arrivals to Uzbekistan rose 21.1% in the first eight months of 2026, while service exports climbed 53.5%. New rail links, visa-free access and expanding accommodation are reshaping the country’s travel market. π Click on the link below to read the article https://www.euronews.com/2026/09/15/beyond-the-silk-road-visitors-stay-longer-spend-more-and-venture-further-across-uzbekistan |
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Three of the world’s best new hotels are in Europe, according to the Michelin Guide
The winner of the Opening of the Year award will be announced later this week. π Click on the link below to read the article https://www.euronews.com/2026/09/15/three-of-the-worlds-best-new-hotels-are-in-europe-according-to-the-michelin-guide |
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Revealed: The world's best destinations for a last-minute holiday – with plenty in Europe
Not one for planning months ahead? New research has revealed where travellers are most likely to book accommodation within a week of arrival, with four European countries making the global top 10. π Click on the link below to read the article https://www.euronews.com/2026/09/15/revealed-the-worlds-best-destinations-for-a-last-minute-holiday-with-plenty-in-europe |
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35,959 flights a day: Europe saw record summer air traffic despite Middle East war
The conflict has seen a large increase in flights to countries including Albania, Croatia, Cyprus, Greece, Montenegro, North Macedonia, Serbia and Slovenia as Europeans choose holiday destinations closer to home. π Click on the link below to read the article https://www.euronews.com/2026/09/14/35959-flights-a-day-europe-saw-record-summer-air-traffic-despite-middle-east-war |