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On its 2,500th anniversary, Naples grapples with the benefits and burdens of a tourism boom

2,500 years after its birth, Naples is revelling in a tourism boom, yet experiencing downsides that most cities learn decades later.


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https://www.euronews.com/travel/2025/06/14/on-its-2500th-anniversary-naples-grapples-with-the-benefits-and-burdens-of-a-tourism-boom
Israel's strikes against Iran: Flights diverted or cancelled as airlines face airspace closures

Israel launched a missile attack on Iran early on 13 June prompting a scramble to divert flights and alter scheduled services.


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https://www.euronews.com/travel/2025/06/13/israels-strikes-against-iran-flights-diverted-or-cancelled-as-airlines-face-airspace-closu
This new night train is promising travel to 100 European cities for less than the price of a flight

A new company is launching sleeper trains with entirely private rooms.


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https://www.euronews.com/travel/2025/06/12/this-new-night-train-is-promising-travel-to-100-european-cities-for-less-than-the-price-of
Self-service bag drops and electronic tags: Why airlines are now less likely to lose your luggage

Mishandled baggage still costs airlines an average of $5 billion (€4.3 billion) each year.


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https://www.euronews.com/travel/2025/06/12/self-service-bag-drops-and-electronic-tags-why-airlines-are-now-less-likely-to-lose-your-l
Selfie zones and mobility scooter fines: The weirdest crackdowns on tourist behaviour in 2025

Efforts to curb visitor numbers have made headlines thanks to outside-the-box thinking from both officials and residents.


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https://www.euronews.com/travel/2025/06/11/selfie-zones-and-mobility-scooter-fines-the-weirdest-crackdowns-on-tourist-behaviour-in-20
3,000 tourists pledge to ‘do the right thing’ on Scotland’s most famous road trip

The pledge comes after ongoing concerns about road safety and traffic management in the region due to the tourists making the famous journey.


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https://www.euronews.com/travel/2025/06/11/3000-tourists-pledge-to-do-the-right-thing-on-scotlands-most-famous-road-trip
New Eurostar services will whisk passengers from the UK to cities in Germany and Switzerland

The new services are expected to begin operating during the early 2030s.


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https://www.euronews.com/travel/2025/06/10/new-eurostar-services-will-whisk-passengers-from-the-uk-to-cities-in-germany-and-switzerla
Crete, Algarve, Mallorca: Where to find Europe’s best beaches for 2025, according to travellers

A Greek beach is back on the list for the first time in four years, soaring up 23 places to secure the number one spot.


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https://www.euronews.com/travel/2025/06/10/crete-algarve-mallorca-where-to-find-europes-best-beaches-for-2025-according-to-travellers
I took a 7-day trip from Paris to Istanbul on Europe’s newest transcontinental train

This luxurious slow train might just be the best new way to see Europe.


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https://www.euronews.com/travel/2025/06/08/i-took-a-7-day-trip-from-paris-to-istanbul-on-europes-newest-transcontinental-train
All of the cheese, none of the hassle: Why I took a small-group rail tour through Switzerland

Keen to save time on planning, Vicky Smith tried a guided train trip with small-group adventure company Intrepid.


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https://www.euronews.com/travel/2025/06/07/all-of-the-cheese-none-of-the-hassle-why-i-took-a-small-group-rail-tour-through-switzerlan
Norway to introduce tourist tax amid record visitor numbers and overtourism concerns

A record-breaking 38.6 million people booked accommodation in Norway in 2024.


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https://www.euronews.com/travel/2025/06/06/norway-to-introduce-tourist-tax-amid-record-visitor-numbers-and-overtourism-concerns
Wildfire warnings issued in the Canary Islands as millions prepare to holiday there

Despite rising wildfire risks, the Spanish archipelago remains one of Europe’s most visited destinations.


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https://www.euronews.com/travel/2025/06/05/wildfire-warnings-issued-in-the-canary-islands-as-millions-prepare-to-holiday-there
Fragrance-free toiletries and lots of snacks: The ultimate packing list for the Hajj pilgrimage

The annual pilgrimage to Mecca, the holiest city for Muslims, can often fall during one of the hottest periods of the year.


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https://www.euronews.com/travel/2025/06/05/fragrance-free-toiletries-and-lots-of-snacks-the-ultimate-packing-list-for-the-hajj-pilgri
Planning a holiday in Europe this year? All of 2025’s tourist taxes, bans and restrictions explained

To save you trawling sites for the latest regulations and fines, we’ve compiled a comprehensive summary for visiting Europe this year.


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https://www.euronews.com/travel/2025/06/05/planning-a-holiday-in-europe-this-year-all-of-2025s-tourist-taxes-bans-and-restrictions-ex
Violent turbulence hits Ryanair flight in Germany, forcing an emergency landing and injuring 9

Severe storms in southern Germany forced a Ryanair flight from Berlin to Milan to make an emergency landing in Memmingen after violent turbulence injured nine people.


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https://www.euronews.com/travel/2025/06/05/violent-turbulence-hits-ryanair-flight-in-germany-forcing-an-emergency-landing-and-injurin
Hikers ignored warnings before Mount Etna’s latest eruption, Sicilian officials say

Mount Etna often remains safe to climb during eruptions with the aid of a qualified guide.


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https://www.euronews.com/travel/2025/06/04/hikers-ignored-warnings-before-mount-etnas-latest-eruption-sicilian-officials-say
Beyond the peloton: Cycling tourism is changing how we see and spend in Europe

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


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https://www.euronews.com/travel/2025/06/03/beyond-the-peloton-cycling-tourism-is-changing-how-we-see-and-spend-in-europe
Flying to the UK next year? New airspace design promises quicker journeys and fewer delays

The new UK Airspace Design Service (UKADS) will be fully operational by the end of 2025, according to the UK’s Department for Transport.


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https://www.euronews.com/travel/2025/06/03/flying-to-the-uk-next-year-new-airspace-design-promises-quicker-journeys-and-fewer-delays
Mount Etna volcanic eruption: Is it safe to travel to Sicily and are flights cancelled?

Mount Etna is Europe's tallest and most active volcano.


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https://www.euronews.com/travel/2025/06/02/mount-etna-volcanic-eruption-is-it-safe-to-travel-to-sicily-and-are-flights-cancelled
Ibiza caps tourist cars this summer: Here’s what you need to know before you travel

The move is intended to tackle overtourism on Ibiza as the island receives more than 3 million tourists a year.


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https://www.euronews.com/travel/2025/06/02/ibiza-caps-tourist-cars-this-summer-heres-what-you-need-to-know-before-you-travel
Seaweed harvesting and midsummer feasting in Sweden helped me reconnect with my island roots

Vrångö is a tiny but breathtaking fraction of the 30,000 islands scattered all around Sweden.


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https://www.euronews.com/travel/2025/06/01/seaweed-harvesting-and-midsummer-feasting-in-sweden-helped-me-reconnect-with-my-island-roo
Save the Amalfi Coast for spring to escape the crowds and hike beneath lemon blossom

April and May are the prime months on the coast, for culture and fewer crowds.


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https://www.euronews.com/travel/2025/05/31/save-the-amalfi-coast-for-spring-to-escape-the-crowds-and-hike-beneath-lemon-blossom
From volcanic winemaking to lemon-scented hikes: Travel to these winning Italian villages

These culture-rich villages can make a great addition to your next Italy trip itinerary.


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https://www.euronews.com/travel/2025/05/30/from-volcanic-winemaking-to-lemon-scented-hikes-travel-to-these-winning-italian-villages
France saw record night train passengers in 2024, but can it keep up with booming demand?

While these soaring passenger numbers should be a positive sign, France’s limited fleet of trains can’t cope with the demand.


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https://www.euronews.com/travel/2025/05/30/france-saw-record-night-train-passengers-in-2024-but-can-it-keep-up-with-booming-demand
Svalbard, Chios, El Hierro: How these European islands have successfully avoided overtourism

With limited land and fragile infrastructure, islands are some of the destinations worst affected by mass tourism.


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https://www.euronews.com/travel/2025/05/29/svalbard-chios-el-hierro-how-these-european-islands-have-successfully-avoided-overtourism
Facing a pilot shortage, Swiss cancels flights. Is this a sign of a wider European trend?

Switzerland’s national carrier isn’t the only European airline cutting summer flights.


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https://www.euronews.com/travel/2025/05/29/facing-a-pilot-shortage-swiss-cancels-flights-is-this-a-sign-of-a-wider-european-trend
Europe wants seamless international train travel. Deutsche Bahn says it’s getting there

The EU is expected to propose legislation this year to make passenger rights to rebooking and reimbursement mandatory.


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https://www.euronews.com/travel/2025/05/28/europe-wants-seamless-international-train-travel-deutsche-bahn-says-its-getting-there
Espresso Riviera: This night train will whisk passengers from Rome to the French coast this summer

The blissfully named Espresso Riviera is returning to the rails after a successful summer season last year.


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https://www.euronews.com/travel/2025/05/28/espresso-riviera-this-night-train-will-whisk-passengers-from-rome-to-the-french-coast-this
Türkiye to fine passengers who stand up before the seatbelt sign is switched off on planes

The practice not only disrupts other passengers, but also poses a safety risk.


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https://www.euronews.com/travel/2025/05/28/turkiye-to-fine-passengers-who-stand-up-before-the-seatbelt-sign-is-switched-off-on-planes
Astana: Don't miss these must-see sights on your next trip to Kazakhstan's capital

Whether you’re a tourist visiting Astana for a few days or an expat who wants to learn more about the city, you’ll love these essential attractions in Kazakhstan’s capital city.


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https://www.euronews.com/travel/2025/05/27/astana-dont-miss-these-must-see-sights-on-your-next-trip-to-kazakhstans-capital
No more samba on the strand? Rio de Janeiro aims to curb unauthorised vendors and noise on beaches

Set to come into force at the beginning of June, the new rules restrict live music, food and drink sales, chair rentals and even the name of kiosks.


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https://www.euronews.com/travel/2025/05/27/no-more-samba-on-the-strand-rio-de-janeiro-aims-to-curb-unauthorised-vendors-and-noise-on-
Travel insurance expert warns these common holiday activities often aren’t covered by standard plans

Snorkelling, camping and hiking are among the popular pursuits travellers typically don’t think twice about taking part in when on a trip.


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https://www.euronews.com/travel/2025/05/26/travel-insurance-expert-warns-these-common-holiday-activities-often-arent-covered-by-stand
I rode through Taiwan's cedar forests on this scenic 113-year-old mountain railway

The railway was originally built to transport cargo but this recently restored heritage route has since swapped timber for tourists.


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https://www.euronews.com/travel/2025/05/25/i-rode-through-taiwans-cedar-forests-on-this-scenic-113-year-old-mountain-railway
Walk this epic pilgrimage route around Rome to visit its seven most magnificent churches

For a particularly meaningful way to visit Rome’s major churches - and to sidestep the crowds - try following in the footsteps of a 16th-century saint.


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https://www.euronews.com/travel/2025/05/24/walk-this-epic-pilgrimage-route-around-rome-to-visit-its-seven-most-magnificent-churches
Throwing a party in an Airbnb this summer? Here’s how the platform plans to stop you

Spain recently removed 65,000 Airbnb listings amid mounting backlash against the platform.


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https://www.euronews.com/travel/2025/05/23/throwing-a-party-in-an-airbnb-this-summer-heres-how-the-platform-plans-to-stop-you
Can tourism be reimagined? New Saudi-led platform wants to future-proof global travel

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


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https://www.euronews.com/travel/2025/05/23/can-tourism-be-reimagined-new-saudi-led-platform-wants-to-future-proof-global-travel
European budget airlines’ hand luggage fees ‘violate EU laws’, say consumer organisations

The consumer groups argue that the fees for hand luggage contravene a ruling from more than a decade ago by the European Court of Justice.


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https://www.euronews.com/travel/2025/05/22/european-budget-airlines-hand-luggage-fees-violate-eu-laws-say-consumer-organisations
Crete earthquake: Is it safe to travel to the Greek island following second tremor in a month?

Authorities say no major damage has been reported and there is very little risk of a tsunami.


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https://www.euronews.com/travel/2025/05/22/crete-earthquake-is-it-safe-to-travel-to-the-greek-island-following-tsunami-warning
‘Transformative journey’: The Salt Path inspires walkers to tackle England’s epic coastal route

The path takes hikers to some of the south coast’s wildest spots with views of rugged rock formations and sweeping stretches of sea.


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https://www.euronews.com/travel/2025/05/21/transformative-journey-the-salt-path-inspires-walkers-to-tackle-englands-epic-coastal-rout
Travelling with pets post-Brexit: New UK-EU deal could make journeys easier

Before Brexit, UK residents enjoyed straightforward travel with their pets involving minimal paperwork.


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https://www.euronews.com/travel/2025/05/21/brexit-complicated-travelling-with-a-pet-between-the-uk-and-eu-but-new-rules-could-change-
Riga, Gdansk, Podgorica: Head to Eastern Europe for the best city break bargains this summer

The report found that prices have fallen in half the cities surveyed.


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https://www.euronews.com/travel/2025/05/20/riga-gdansk-podgorica-head-to-eastern-europe-for-the-best-city-break-bargains-this-summer
Spain orders removal of more than 65,000 Airbnb tourist rentals it says violate regulations

Many Spaniards blame short-term rentals on platforms like Airbnb for worsening housing shortages.


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https://www.euronews.com/travel/2025/05/20/spain-orders-removal-of-more-than-65000-airbnb-tourist-rentals-it-says-violate-regulations
When will Brits be able to skip 'dreaded' queues by using e-gates at European airports?

The UK government said the move would end “the dreaded queues at border control."


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https://www.euronews.com/travel/2025/05/19/brits-will-enjoy-shorter-passport-control-queues-at-eu-airports-this-summer-heres-why
Flights cancelled and delayed at Paris-Orly airport after traffic control systems break down

Airlines have been asked to reduce flights by 15 per cent on Monday but despite these preventative measures, delays are still likely.


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https://www.euronews.com/travel/2025/05/19/flights-cancelled-and-delayed-at-paris-orly-airport-after-traffic-control-systems-break-do
Should I swim with wild dolphins? 6 questions that will change how your holidays impact the ocean

Knowing whether the choices you make on holiday are harming or helping the wildlife you are there to spot can be hard.


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https://www.euronews.com/travel/2025/05/18/should-i-swim-with-wild-dolphins-6-questions-that-will-change-how-your-holidays-impact-the
LGBTQ+ American travellers are looking to Europe for safer and more inclusive holidays

Some are even visiting to seek out potential places to relocate to, according to one travel expert.


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https://www.euronews.com/travel/2025/05/17/lgbtq-american-travellers-are-looking-to-europe-for-safer-and-more-inclusive-holidays
‘Leave them where they belong’: Bruges implores tourists to stop stealing cobblestones

As well as damaging a valuable part of the city’s heritage, the stolen stones have created safety issues.


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https://www.euronews.com/travel/2025/05/16/leave-them-where-they-belong-bruges-implores-tourists-to-stop-stealing-cobblestones
‘Inequality and infinite growth’: Canary Islands anti-tourism protests reignite amid record arrivals

Last year, locals held multiple protests to highlight overtourism’s strain on local infrastructure and housing availability.


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https://www.euronews.com/travel/2025/05/16/inequality-and-infinite-growth-canary-islands-anti-tourism-protests-reignite-amid-record-a
This Greek island is Europe’s most overtouristed destination, according to new report

Destinations in Bulgaria, Poland and Italy have been identified as some alternative places to get away from the crowds.


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https://www.euronews.com/travel/2025/05/15/this-greek-island-is-europes-most-overtouristed-destination-according-to-new-report
Hearing whale song can change how tourists think about protecting the ocean, study finds

Feelings of awe inspired tourists to improve recycling habits, reduce waste production, and support ocean conservation initiatives.


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https://www.euronews.com/travel/2025/05/15/hearing-whale-song-can-change-how-tourists-think-about-protecting-the-ocean-study-finds