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Historic sporting events in Europe worth travelling for
From Siena’s legendary horse race to human pyramids in Spain, these storied competitions should be on your must-see list. 👉 Click on the link below to read the article http://www.euronews.com/travel/2026/08/02/historic-sporting-events-in-europe-worth-travelling-for |
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Germany's small islands: nature and slow living almost on your doorstep
When Germans talk about islands, many think of Sylt, Rügen or Usedom. Yet beyond these classics lie small islands ideal for short breaks, offering peace, nature and unique landscapes far from crowds. 👉 Click on the link below to read the article http://www.euronews.com/travel/2026/08/01/germanys-small-islands-nature-and-slow-living-almost-on-your-doorstep |
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Scenic, secluded and stress-free: These are Europe’s best islands for a road trip
Whether you're chasing dramatic scenery, searching for solitude or looking for a calming adventure, here are the top recommendations. 👉 Click on the link below to read the article http://www.euronews.com/travel/2026/08/01/scenic-secluded-and-stress-free-these-are-europes-best-islands-for-a-road-trip |
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Lagoon views and a design refresh: Venice’s Danieli Four Seasons Hotel is now open
The hotel reopens with 120 rooms and suites, with total accommodations set to grow to 168 once the restoration of Palazzo Danieli Excelsior is complete in 2027. 👉 Click on the link below to read the article http://www.euronews.com/travel/2026/07/31/lagoon-views-and-a-design-refresh-venices-danieli-four-seasons-hotel-is-now-open |
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Solar eclipse accommodation demand surges in Spain and Iceland. Is it too late to book?
Unlike most travel trends, eclipse demand is remarkably concentrated in a brief period and geographic zone. 👉 Click on the link below to read the article http://www.euronews.com/travel/2026/07/31/solar-eclipse-accommodation-demand-surges-in-spain-and-iceland-is-it-too-late-to-book |
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Summer 2026: Ferragosto brings 17.5m tourists to Italy and €9bn in direct spend
Latest forecasts for the August bank holiday say 17.5 million tourists will visit Italy, spending €9 billion. But how do Italians travel, and where do visitors come from and how much do they spend? 👉 Click on the link below to read the article http://www.euronews.com/travel/2026/07/31/summer-2026-ferragosto-brings-175m-tourists-to-italy-and-9bn-in-direct-spend |
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How Greece’s ‘door visa’ gives Turkish visitors easier entry to islands in the EU
Launched in 2024, the visa-on-arrival scheme covers 12 Greek islands in the Aegean Sea. Nearly 1.5 million Turks visited Greece in 2025, up from 1.2 million the previous year. 👉 Click on the link below to read the article http://www.euronews.com/travel/2026/07/31/how-greeces-door-visa-gives-turkish-visitors-easier-entry-to-islands-in-the-eu |
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Lake Como vs Lake Garda: How Italy’s most popular lakes compare
The two Italian lakes have attracted holidaymakers since Roman times, with organised tourism becoming a key business around both shorelines by the 19th century. 👉 Click on the link below to read the article http://www.euronews.com/travel/2026/07/31/lake-como-vs-lake-garda-how-italys-most-popular-lakes-compare |
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Ceramics in Italy, glass in Czechia: Take the train to these traditional crafts centres in Europe
From clay-sculpting to glasswork, here are the ancient skills you can learn about and how to reach where they are still practised by train. 👉 Click on the link below to read the article http://www.euronews.com/travel/2026/07/30/ceramics-in-italy-glass-in-czechia-take-the-train-to-these-traditional-crafts-centres-in-e |
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Which European airports have the most direct flight connections?
Serving 294 destinations, Türkiye’s Istanbul Airport came out on top, followed by Paris Charles de Gaulle and Amsterdam Schiphol. 👉 Click on the link below to read the article http://www.euronews.com/travel/2026/07/30/which-european-airports-have-the-most-direct-flight-connections |
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Cuba tourism crisis: An industry brought to ‘almost total paralysis’
Cuba’s tourism industry has been hit hard by US sanctions and fuel shortages, with nearly three-quarters of hotels now closed on the island. 👉 Click on the link below to read the article http://www.euronews.com/travel/2026/07/30/cuba-tourism-crisis-an-industry-brought-to-almost-total-paralysis |
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The world’s top 10 cities for street food have been revealed
Surprisingly, Europe dominates the top 10 list, with Paris claiming the number one spot for its street food options. 👉 Click on the link below to read the article http://www.euronews.com/travel/2026/07/30/the-worlds-top-10-cities-for-street-food-have-been-revealed |
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Will the ‘coolcation’ travel trend change the geography of international tourism?
Cooler summer holidays are proving popular as peak heat sways travellers’ choices beyond the Mediterranean. Experts weigh in on whether this seasonal trend might last. 👉 Click on the link below to read the article http://www.euronews.com/travel/2026/07/30/will-the-coolcation-travel-trend-change-the-geography-of-international-tourism |
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Nobu to launch new hotel, restaurant and residences in Portugal’s Algarve region
With its second destination in Portugal, the Nobu hospitality brand will introduce a new hotel, restaurant and residential offerings at the Monte Rei resort in the eastern Algarve region. The first guests are expected to be welcomed in 2029. 👉 Click on the link below to read the article http://www.euronews.com/travel/2026/07/29/nobu-to-launch-new-hotel-restaurant-and-residences-in-portugals-algarve-region |
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These are the most welcoming cities for tourists in Europe
In the global ranking, nine cities on the continent made the top 20 and it was an Asian city-state which claimed the top spot. 👉 Click on the link below to read the article http://www.euronews.com/travel/2026/07/29/these-are-the-most-welcoming-cities-for-tourists-in-europe |
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Czechia, Iceland and Spain among Europe’s top trending destinations for 2026, new data reveals
A new survey by Amadeus Travel Intelligence and UN Tourism reveals the European destinations that travellers are keen to explore, the markets fuelling demand and the regions expanding air connectivity. 👉 Click on the link below to read the article http://www.euronews.com/travel/2026/07/29/czechia-iceland-and-spain-among-europes-top-trending-destinations-for-2026-new-data-reveal |
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Parisian spot with five-step seasonal menu was just named the best new cocktail bar in the world
De Vie in the French capital’s Montorgueil quarter was praised for its innovative concoctions having opened last year. 👉 Click on the link below to read the article http://www.euronews.com/travel/2026/07/29/parisian-spot-with-five-step-seasonal-menu-was-just-named-the-best-new-cocktail-bar-in-the |
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Skip the usual stays: These five hidden gem hotels deserve a spot on your holiday shortlist
Five properties feature in La Liste’s Discovery Gem Hotel Awards for 2026 – including two in Europe. 👉 Click on the link below to read the article http://www.euronews.com/travel/2026/07/29/skip-the-usual-stays-these-five-hidden-gem-hotels-deserve-a-spot-on-your-holiday-shortlist |
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World Cup drives tourism: Norway benefits from Haaland and viral Viking trend
Can sporting success boost tourism and deliver tangible economic gains? Norway suggests it can: this year's World Cup brought not only social media buzz but a clear rise in travel interest. 👉 Click on the link below to read the article http://www.euronews.com/travel/2026/07/28/world-cup-drives-tourism-norway-benefits-from-haaland-and-viral-viking-trend |
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Last-minute holidays boom among British travellers as next-day bookings jump 26%
New data has revealed that Brits are embracing spur-of-the-moment escapes this summer, but to tried-and-tested destinations in Spain and Türkiye. 👉 Click on the link below to read the article http://www.euronews.com/travel/2026/07/28/last-minute-holidays-boom-among-british-travellers-as-next-day-bookings-jump-26 |
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London's hidden gems: Underrated landmarks you need to see in the UK capital
London’s most underrated landmark has been revealed, giving visitors the chance to escape the crowds at a quaint green space that once featured in a film starring Jude Law. 👉 Click on the link below to read the article http://www.euronews.com/travel/2026/07/28/londons-hidden-gems-underrated-landmarks-you-need-to-see-in-the-uk-capital |
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Spain breaks tourism records while one in three Spaniards cannot afford a holiday
As Spain nears a record for foreign tourists, OCU tells Euronews that "holidays should not be a luxury" as rising living costs force many families to skip a break. 👉 Click on the link below to read the article http://www.euronews.com/travel/2026/07/28/spain-breaks-tourism-records-while-one-in-three-spaniards-cannot-afford-a-holiday |
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This picturesque beach in the US Virgin Islands was just named the best in the world
Researchers looked at the colour and clarity of the water, Google Maps reviews, and climate data to rank the best beaches in the world. 👉 Click on the link below to read the article http://www.euronews.com/travel/2026/07/28/this-picturesque-beach-in-the-us-virgin-islands-was-just-named-the-best-in-the-world |
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You can visit every bridge on the back of euro banknotes – and they’re all in one town
The original design wasn’t based on any actual bridges, but a town in the Netherlands decided to turn them into reality. 👉 Click on the link below to read the article http://www.euronews.com/travel/2026/07/27/you-can-visit-every-bridge-on-the-back-of-euro-banknotes-and-theyre-all-in-one-town |
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A new Hello Kitty ‘hotel’ in Tokyo allows guests to check-in but not stay
At this hotel-inspired exhibition in Tokyo, Sanrio fans can check-in with a room key, explore rooms, a garden and beach zone, but can’t stay the night. 👉 Click on the link below to read the article http://www.euronews.com/travel/2026/07/27/a-new-hello-kitty-hotel-in-tokyo-allows-guests-to-check-in-but-not-stay |
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This European airline is offering free ‘teddy trackers’ for families travelling this summer
Giving them one less thing to worry about when travelling, parents can keep track of their child’s beloved stuffed toy using this complimentary tile tracker. 👉 Click on the link below to read the article http://www.euronews.com/travel/2026/07/27/this-european-airline-is-offering-free-teddy-trackers-for-families-travelling-this-summer |
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The hottest new hotels in Madrid you need to know about in 2026
Whether you’re looking to shop until you drop or are headed to the F1 in September, here’s where you should be resting your head in Madrid this year. 👉 Click on the link below to read the article http://www.euronews.com/travel/2026/07/27/the-hottest-new-hotels-in-madrid-you-need-to-know-about-in-2026 |
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Thinking about starting a life abroad? These are the best countries for expats in 2026
In Europe, Spain, Portugal and Luxembourg made it into the top 10 – but Panama took the top spot for the third year in a row. 👉 Click on the link below to read the article http://www.euronews.com/travel/2026/07/27/thinking-about-starting-a-life-abroad-these-are-the-best-countries-for-expats-in-2026 |
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Star bathing, goat yoga and beer spas: Quirky wellness trends worth travelling for
Forget spa weekends and standard yoga retreats. From being buried in volcanic sand and bathing in beer to cacao ceremonies and yoga with goats, these are the unusual wellness experiences travellers are booking now. 👉 Click on the link below to read the article http://www.euronews.com/travel/2026/07/27/from-beer-baths-to-goat-yoga-the-quirkiest-wellness-trends-worth-travelling-for |
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Eurostar is launching a new direct route from London to Antwerp this December
The new route will allow travellers to skip the transfer in Brussels – but you won’t be able to take a direct return on the way back. 👉 Click on the link below to read the article http://www.euronews.com/travel/2026/07/26/eurostar-is-launching-a-new-direct-route-from-london-to-antwerp-this-december |
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Revealed: Italy’s most popular beaches for 2026 – and Sardinia dominates
Italy is home to thousands of kilometres of coastline, but Sardinia is stealing the show this summer. New research has revealed the country’s most popular beaches for 2026, with two-thirds of the list found on the Mediterranean island. 👉 Click on the link below to read the article http://www.euronews.com/travel/2026/07/26/revealed-italys-most-popular-beaches-for-2026-and-sardinia-dominates |
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Revealed: The best 'trip-maxxing' routes for a four-city European break
‘Trip-maxxing’ is the travel trend du jour, and new research has revealed the best multi-city routes across Europe, combining short journey times, affordable accommodation, vibrant nightlife and world-class attractions to help travellers make the most of a single trip. 👉 Click on the link below to read the article http://www.euronews.com/travel/2026/07/25/revealed-the-best-trip-maxxing-routes-for-a-four-city-european-break |
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Edinburgh’s tourist tax has now launched. Here’s how much you have to pay
Edinburgh is the first Scottish city to introduce such a scheme, and hopes to raise up to £50 million (€58 million) a year. 👉 Click on the link below to read the article http://www.euronews.com/travel/2026/07/24/edinburghs-tourist-tax-has-now-launched-heres-how-much-you-have-to-pay |
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2026 most powerful passports in the world ranking sees 29 European countries in the top 10
Despite an impressive showing from Europe, Singapore claimed the top spot in the Henley Passport Index for a second year. 👉 Click on the link below to read the article http://www.euronews.com/travel/2026/07/24/europe-once-again-dominates-passport-power-ranking-with-30-countries-in-the-top-10 |
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9 in 10 Europeans would consider moving abroad – here's where they'd go
After polling 2,000 adults across France, Germany, Italy and the UK, Spain emerged as the top choice for would-be expats considering starting a new life in a different country. 👉 Click on the link below to read the article http://www.euronews.com/travel/2026/07/24/only-one-in-10-europeans-would-not-consider-moving-abroad-new-survey-reveals |
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Short breaks set the tone for travellers in Greece, new data reveals
Data from the Hellenic Statistical Authority show that trips of up to three nights recorded the strongest growth in 2025. Citizens over 65 emerged as the age group with the sharpest increase in travel. 👉 Click on the link below to read the article http://www.euronews.com/travel/2026/07/24/short-breaks-set-the-tone-for-greek-travellers-new-data-reveals |
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‘Like a bird flying’: You can now soar on a giant swing over the Swiss Alps
The 12m-high swing opened earlier this month and hopes to attract off-season visitors as snow becomes less reliable due to climate change. 👉 Click on the link below to read the article http://www.euronews.com/travel/2026/07/24/like-a-bird-flying-you-can-now-soar-on-a-giant-swing-over-the-swiss-alps |
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'Respect the City': How Dubrovnik is managing overtourism without losing its charm
Mayor of Dubrovnik Mato Franković tells Euronews Travel how the popular Croatian city is utilising data, staggered arrival flows and planning to reshape local tourism to preserve one of Europe’s best-known destinations for the future. 👉 Click on the link below to read the article http://www.euronews.com/travel/2026/07/24/respect-the-city-how-dubrovnik-is-managing-overtourism-without-losing-its-charm |
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World Cup boosts Chinese tourists' interest in Spain as flight searches soar
Spain’s World Cup triumph has sparked a surge in flight searches from China to Barcelona, Tenerife and Malaga, with increases of up to 33-fold. 👉 Click on the link below to read the article http://www.euronews.com/travel/2026/07/23/world-cup-boosts-chinese-tourists-interest-in-spain-flight-searches-up-33-fold |
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UK airports hiked drop-off fees by a third since last summer, while continental Europe stays free
Earlier in the year, London Gatwick raised its 'kiss and fly' fee to become the most expensive in the UK and now Stansted has increased its drop-off charge. 👉 Click on the link below to read the article http://www.euronews.com/travel/2026/07/23/national-disgrace-uk-airports-hike-drop-off-fees-while-continental-europe-keeps-them-free |
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Want to buy a plane for €10? An abandoned aircraft at Seville Airport is now up for auction
A Piper PA-23 Apache aircraft has been sitting at Seville Airport since at least 2018. Now up for auction, the new owner could walk away with it for a very low price, although don’t expect it to fly you home… 👉 Click on the link below to read the article http://www.euronews.com/travel/2026/07/23/want-to-buy-a-plane-for-10-an-abandoned-aircraft-at-seville-airport-is-now-up-for-auction |
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These are the safest solo travel destinations around the world – and seven are in Europe
Microstate San Marino came out on top, with a risk index of just 0.78 out of 10, while Andorra, Austria and Czechia also finished high in the rankings. 👉 Click on the link below to read the article http://www.euronews.com/travel/2026/07/23/these-are-the-safest-solo-travel-destinations-around-the-world-and-seven-are-in-europe |
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Rural Bike Conecta: New 2,180km cycling route links 168 municipalities in Castilla-La Mancha
Castilla La-Mancha has launched a new cycling network for travellers to explore the region’s array of national parks and UNESCO Global Geoparks across 168 municipalities. 👉 Click on the link below to read the article http://www.euronews.com/travel/2026/07/23/rural-bike-conecta-new-2180km-cycling-route-links-168-municipalities-in-castilla-la-mancha |
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Tanzania reshapes tourism with Serengeti golf course amid wildlife
For decades, Tanzania has built its tourist appeal on safaris, Kilimanjaro and the beaches of Zanzibar. It now wants to diversify by opening a golf course in the Serengeti. 👉 Click on the link below to read the article http://www.euronews.com/travel/2026/07/23/tanzania-reshapes-tourism-with-serengeti-golf-course-amid-wildlife |
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Love aviation and geography? Give these flight and city guessing games a go
If you know your cities down to the metro line and skyscrapers, you might just nail these games from FlightQ. 👉 Click on the link below to read the article http://www.euronews.com/travel/2026/07/23/love-aviation-and-geography-give-these-flight-and-city-guessing-games-a-go |
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Ranked: Which countries gained the most tourists from 2019 to 2025?
New data reveals where international tourism has bounced back strongest since the pandemic, with Saudi Arabia, Morocco and Egypt among the biggest winners – while some popular destinations are still struggling to recover. 👉 Click on the link below to read the article http://www.euronews.com/travel/2026/07/22/ranked-which-countries-gained-the-most-tourists-from-2019-to-2025 |
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Dubai for less: Emirate to offer €700 worth of discounts in new invite-a-friend scheme
Residents who nominate friends and family members to come to Dubai before 31 October can get offers such as 45% off hotel stays and free tickets to theme parks. 👉 Click on the link below to read the article http://www.euronews.com/travel/2026/07/22/dubai-for-less-emirate-to-offer-700-worth-of-discounts-in-new-invite-a-friend-scheme |
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Follow in the footsteps of The Odyssey in Türkiye and Italy on this luxurious new tour
Priced at €88,000 per person, travellers will sail on a private yacht around islands featured in the Homeric epic and visit historic sites like the ancient city of Troy. 👉 Click on the link below to read the article http://www.euronews.com/travel/2026/07/22/follow-in-the-footsteps-of-the-odyssey-in-turkiye-and-italy-on-this-luxurious-new-tour |
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Social media is ruining travel’s element of surprise – here’s what you can do to combat it
More than two-thirds of travellers have arrived at a destination for the first time only to find it feels familiar because of the amount of research they did before their trip. 👉 Click on the link below to read the article http://www.euronews.com/travel/2026/07/22/social-media-is-ruining-travels-element-of-surprise-heres-what-you-can-do-to-combat-it |
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Trek from Poland to Italy: New 3,500km hiking trail crosses six European countries
From Poland’s Baltic coast to Italy’s Adriatic shores, the new Wolf Trail takes hikers on a mammoth journey through six European countries, crossing mountains, forests and historic cities along the way. 👉 Click on the link below to read the article http://www.euronews.com/travel/2026/07/22/trek-from-poland-to-italy-new-3500km-hiking-trail-crosses-six-european-countries |