Yesterday
Airbnb seeks to ‘reinvent’ itself with higher quality listings and offerings ‘beyond accommodation’
• 3:00 PM
5 min
The holiday letting giant is rethinking its strategy by refining properties on offer and introducing new experiences.
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Sun, sea and the ‘love of the Filipino people’: Why you should visit the Philippines
• 2:33 PM
8 min
Dive right into a holiday in the Philippines that’s packed with immersive wellness and foodie experiences.
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Iceland volcano 2024: Is it safe to travel and is the eruption affecting flights?
• 9:28 AM
17 min
A new 3-km fissure has opened up on the Reykjanes Peninsula and lava has reached the Blue Lagoon tourist attraction.
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Wednesday, november 20, 2024
A 4-year cruise or a €1 house in Italy: Inside the schemes helping Americans skip Trump’s presidency
• 3:30 PM
6 min
Searches by Americans for moving abroad soared in the 24 hours after the first polls closed, according to Google data.
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Family-run wineries and barrel-shaped suites: Swap overcrowded Lisbon for Portugal’s rolling valleys
• 2:02 PM
12 min
Lisbon locals can’t find affordable homes, transport is bursting at the seams and public services are under strain.
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Catalonia's holiday rental ban may not be allowed under EU law as Airbnb pushes back
• 8:52 AM
5 min
Catalonia has said they want to rid Barcelona of its 10,000 holiday lets in the next 5 years.
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Can you enjoy Dubai on a budget? UAE city wants to dispel ‘misconceptions’ about cost of a holiday
• 6:00 AM
4 min
The tourism board is aiming to make Dubai one of the best cities in the world to live in and visit by 2033.
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Monday, november 18, 2024
Netherlands, Croatia, Greece: Where it's easiest to chat to locals if you're an English speaker
• 4:00 PM
6 min
Some of Europe’s most popular destinations are the most challenging to move to if you only speak English.
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Emerald backwaters, golden beaches and hilltop havens: Northern Kerala is India’s tranquil gem
• 2:33 PM
10 min
If you’re seeking to discover India's more tranquil side, why not go on a serene and safe eco-adventure in Kerala?
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Sunday, november 17, 2024
Saturday, november 16, 2024
Crisp cold wine and bubbling hot springs: Why you should visit Europe’s best villages for 2025
• 10:09 AM
23 min
UN Tourism has announced Europe's Best Tourism Villages for the year ahead.
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From the Amazon Rainforest to the Pantanal Wetlands: Is Brazil South America’s eco paradise?
• 9:09 AM
8 min
Brazil is gearing up to showcase the best of its unique biomes and ecotourism experiences.
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Friday, november 15, 2024
Slim-bodied, single aisle seats and extra-long range: Inside Iberia’s game-changing aircraft
• 3:05 PM
17 min
Iberia completes its first flight with an extra-long-range aircraft that could change the way our airlines fly.
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Armenia: History buffs will love the churches, monasteries and architecture in this ancient country
• 2:33 PM
10 min
Discover Armenia’s ancient monasteries, vibrant traditions, and the rich history of Yerevan
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Thursday, november 14, 2024
Sleep tight, Lisbon: Why this airport banned night flights as Portugal faces a visitor spike
• 3:58 PM
10 min
Night flights have been an ongoing issue in Lisbon, disrupting the sleep of city residents.
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Coolcations: Nordic countries are reinventing your next summer holiday as global temperatures soar
• 3:31 PM
14 min
As popular holiday spots heat up, more of us are switching our typical summer plans to ‘coolcations’.
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Europeans are flocking to Sarawak for authentic eco and cultural heritage experiences
• 3:02 PM
8 min
Eco-tourism initiatives and cultural heritage take centre stage as Sarawak sees a surge in tourism
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Wednesday, november 13, 2024
Brace yourself for travel disruption in France: Winter will be the season of strikes
• 3:33 PM
8 min
Strikes in France have been unusually quiet this year, but that’s all set to change in November and December.
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From golden beaches to snow-capped mountains: Is Bulgaria Europe’s best year-round destination?
• 3:02 PM
8 min
Bulgaria is teaming up with other Balkan countries to encourage multi-country trips.
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'Stranded': Bali travel chaos after flights grounded due to ash cloud from deadly volcano
• 11:12 AM
8 min
Mount Lewotobi Laki Laki volcano has so far killed 10 people and injured dozens of others.
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Tuesday, november 12, 2024
Planning a wellness break? Discover Poland’s hidden gem on the Baltic Coast
• 3:30 PM
12 min
Poland’s Baltic coast offers a unique escape with its historic cities, wellness retreats, and shifting dunes.
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What would a single-ticket booking system mean for your next European train adventure?
• 3:02 PM
8 min
The complexity of train travel across Europe’s borders could soon be made easier with plans for a single ticket.
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Bird watching, hiking and history: Escape to nature on a trip to Lithuania’s tranquil national parks
• 7:02 AM
12 min
Experience a new side of Europe: Explore the forests, lakes, and folklore of Lithuania’s underrated national parks.
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Monday, november 11, 2024
All aboard the future: How high-speed battery-powered trains will change European rail travel
• 3:30 PM
7 min
Will you be getting on board the latest revolution in rail travel: battery-powered trains?
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Planning your next flight? How Europe’s different air passenger taxes impact your wallet
• 2:59 PM
14 min
French pilots are calling for a strike over rising taxes. But what do air passenger taxes mean for your wallet?
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Sicily and mainland Italy could be linked by the world’s longest suspension bridge in 2030
• 11:42 AM
6 min
Construction is scheduled to begin at the end of this year and officials say the bridge will be in use by the early 2030s.
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The fastest train in Europe will make you want to quit continental flights forever
• 9:51 AM
6 min
Here’s why you should take Europe’s fastest, smoothest and quietest train for your next continental holiday.
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Sunday, november 10, 2024
Lights, camera, adventure? Britain's most popular filming destinations are ‘the star of the show’
• 10:04 AM
7 min
Britain launches a campaign that invites you to be the leading star and explore its hottest filming locations.
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‘It’s changing the city’s face’: Locals share stories on how overtourism impacts Rome’s culture
• 9:22 AM
18 min
The residents of Italy’s capital are feeling the heat with record-high visitors.
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Saturday, november 9, 2024
Friday, november 8, 2024
Revolutionary art and Pussy Riot: Visit the Berlin Wall on the 35th anniversary of its fall
• 4:04 PM
7 min
35 years after the fall of the Berlin Wall, here's how to celebrate in the German capital.
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Want to move to Europe? Scotland offers affordable living and beautiful scenery
• 3:34 PM
12 min
Fancy a slower pace of life? Join the digital nomads moving to Scotland.
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‘One of the last hidden gems in the world’: How Saudi hopes to protect the Red Sea’s barrier reef
• 3:04 PM
7 min
Saudi is building new resorts and hotels designed to be regenerative.
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Thursday, november 7, 2024
Where were the most popular European holiday destinations in 2024 - and where should you go instead?
• 4:02 PM
15 min
Bavaria, Cornwall, Amorgos: Europe’s best off the beaten path destinations to visit in 2025.
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Spain moves closer to golden visa ban - while one country is reintroducing its scheme
• 2:02 PM
15 min
If you want to move to Europe, golden visas allow you to buy your way to residency.
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Is weed still legal in Thailand? Here’s what tourists need to know as government u-turns
• 7:00 AM
16 min
A new proposal drops plans to relist the plant as a narcotic - but upholds that weed should be restricted to medical uses.
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Wednesday, november 6, 2024
Overtourism and sustainability top agenda at World Travel Market in London
• 4:28 PM
4 min
The event takes place amid growing concerns over the impact of tourism on climate change as well as extreme weather events affecting the sector.
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Curative waters and Roman ruins: Why you should visit Algeria’s thermal springs
• 3:47 PM
5 min
Algeria's hot springs have been sought out for millennia by Romans, Berber tribes and Ottoman sultans.
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Looking for an epic adventure? Try this 222 km running trail through the heart of the Sahara
• 11:57 AM
6 min
Love running? Challenge yourself to try Algeria’s 222 km race through the Sahara Desert.
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Move to Canada looking tempting? Europe has some of the most affordable countries for expats in 2024
• 11:26 AM
11 min
Home no longer looking so tempting? Save money and improve your quality of life in these affordable European countries.
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Tuesday, november 5, 2024
Regenerative tourism, accessibility and AI: The hot topics as the travel industry gathers at WTM
• 3:04 PM
6 min
This year’s event will be the largest to date with over 80 new exhibitors.
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Finland, Iceland, Slovakia: 24 European countries can now visit China visa-free
• 8:40 AM
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China's rapidly expanding visa-free scheme aims to boost tourism.
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Monday, november 4, 2024
‘Ugly’ pool for coins built next to Rome’s Trevi Fountain as city undergoes massive facelift
• 3:02 PM
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Rome is under construction ahead of next year's holy event.
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'Do not travel unless strictly necessary': Chaos at Barcelona airport as terminal and runway flooded
• 1:27 PM
6 min
Local authorities have issued a red warning due to torrential rain in Barcelona.
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Europe's travel strikes: Flight and train disruption you can expect in November
• 10:36 AM
4 min
Our travel guide is updated as soon as a new European strike is announced.
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Sunday, november 3, 2024
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Friday, november 1, 2024
With a giant street party and flaming procession, this city is the best place to celebrate New Year
• 4:00 PM
5 min
Edinburgh’s Street Party is now considered a ‘bucket list’ New Year celebration.
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This popular European hiking destination just introduced a tourist fee on some of its trails
• 3:03 PM
3 min
From 1 January 2025, non-residents will need to pay to hike over 30 routes in Madeira.
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A load of hot air? These destinations are selling thin air to tourists
• 6:06 AM
6 min
You can find cans of local air in dozens of places around the world from the Swiss mountains to the Isle of Mann.
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Thursday, october 31, 2024
Pickles, potatoes, butter: People are travelling thousands of kilometres to try these viral foods
• 3:31 PM
5 min
This summer, a chocolate bar produced by one shop in Dubai became the most sought-after food item on TikTok.
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Remote working in Asia? Taiwan extends digital nomad visa plans to one year
• 1:56 PM
7 min
Digital nomads will soon be able to enjoy more time in Asia as the upcoming Taiwan visa extends to one year validity.
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From Satan’s Bridge to the living dead: Europe’s spookiest Halloween adventures
• 6:02 AM
13 min
From Satan’s Bridge to the Headless Horseman, here's how to spend Halloween in Europe.
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Wednesday, october 30, 2024
Dreaming of a green Christmas? How to visit Europe’s best Christmas markets by train this winter
• 4:02 PM
9 min
From Strasbourg to Cologne, take the green route to Europe’s best Christmas markets.
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Will the ETA be delayed? Industry leaders call on UK to postpone introduction of new border system
• 3:34 PM
4 min
Europeans will be required to have an ETA for travelling to the UK from April, with applications opening up in March.
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Travelling on a budget? These are the European countries where tourists are most likely to overspend
• 8:25 AM
11 min
Recent research also revealed that holiday overspending has reached its highest levels in a decade.
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Valencia flooding: Everything travellers need to know about flights, trains, roads and refunds
• 12:33 AM
7 min
Valencia and the surrounding area has been devastated after a year's worth of rain fell in a few hours.
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Tuesday, october 29, 2024
2025’s top travel trends include visiting detour destinations and seeing natural phenomena
• 4:13 PM
8 min
Destinations that reduce stress and bring nature closer are trending for 2025.
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This Cyprus resort offers a free night if guests don’t get sun. Where else is sunny all winter?
• 3:07 PM
9 min
Guests will be eligible for a one-night complimentary stay for every full day the Cyprus resort doesn’t meet the ‘Sunshine Guarantee’.
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Monday, october 28, 2024
