2,500 years after its birth, Naples is revelling in a tourism boom, yet experiencing downsides that most cities learn decades later.
Israel launched a missile attack on Iran early on 13 June prompting a scramble to divert flights and alter scheduled services.
A new company is launching sleeper trains with entirely private rooms.
Mishandled baggage still costs airlines an average of $5 billion (€4.3 billion) each year.
Efforts to curb visitor numbers have made headlines thanks to outside-the-box thinking from both officials and residents.
The pledge comes after ongoing concerns about road safety and traffic management in the region due to the tourists making the famous journey.
The new services are expected to begin operating during the early 2030s.
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.
This luxurious slow train might just be the best new way to see Europe.
Keen to save time on planning, Vicky Smith tried a guided train trip with small-group adventure company Intrepid.
A record-breaking 38.6 million people booked accommodation in Norway in 2024.
Despite rising wildfire risks, the Spanish archipelago remains one of Europe’s most visited destinations.
The annual pilgrimage to Mecca, the holiest city for Muslims, can often fall during one of the hottest periods of the year.
To save you trawling sites for the latest regulations and fines, we’ve compiled a comprehensive summary for visiting Europe this year.
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.
Mount Etna often remains safe to climb during eruptions with the aid of a qualified guide.
Cycling tourism generates more than €44 billion annually for Europe.
The new UK Airspace Design Service (UKADS) will be fully operational by the end of 2025, according to the UK’s Department for Transport.
Mount Etna is Europe's tallest and most active volcano.
The move is intended to tackle overtourism on Ibiza as the island receives more than 3 million tourists a year.
Vrångö is a tiny but breathtaking fraction of the 30,000 islands scattered all around Sweden.
April and May are the prime months on the coast, for culture and fewer crowds.
These culture-rich villages can make a great addition to your next Italy trip itinerary.
While these soaring passenger numbers should be a positive sign, France’s limited fleet of trains can’t cope with the demand.
With limited land and fragile infrastructure, islands are some of the destinations worst affected by mass tourism.
Switzerland’s national carrier isn’t the only European airline cutting summer flights.
The EU is expected to propose legislation this year to make passenger rights to rebooking and reimbursement mandatory.
The blissfully named Espresso Riviera is returning to the rails after a successful summer season last year.
The practice not only disrupts other passengers, but also poses a safety risk.
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.
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.
Snorkelling, camping and hiking are among the popular pursuits travellers typically don’t think twice about taking part in when on a trip.
The railway was originally built to transport cargo but this recently restored heritage route has since swapped timber for tourists.
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.
Spain recently removed 65,000 Airbnb listings amid mounting backlash against the platform.
Tourism is expected to contribute nearly €11 trillion – about 10 per cent of GDP – to the global economy this year.
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.
Authorities say no major damage has been reported and there is very little risk of a tsunami.
The path takes hikers to some of the south coast’s wildest spots with views of rugged rock formations and sweeping stretches of sea.
Before Brexit, UK residents enjoyed straightforward travel with their pets involving minimal paperwork.
The report found that prices have fallen in half the cities surveyed.
Many Spaniards blame short-term rentals on platforms like Airbnb for worsening housing shortages.
The UK government said the move would end “the dreaded queues at border control."
Airlines have been asked to reduce flights by 15 per cent on Monday but despite these preventative measures, delays are still likely.
Knowing whether the choices you make on holiday are harming or helping the wildlife you are there to spot can be hard.
Some are even visiting to seek out potential places to relocate to, according to one travel expert.
As well as damaging a valuable part of the city’s heritage, the stolen stones have created safety issues.
Last year, locals held multiple protests to highlight overtourism’s strain on local infrastructure and housing availability.
Destinations in Bulgaria, Poland and Italy have been identified as some alternative places to get away from the crowds.
Feelings of awe inspired tourists to improve recycling habits, reduce waste production, and support ocean conservation initiatives.