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All the sustainable travel habits tourists are adopting in 2026

From travelling in off-season to avoiding overtouristed destinations completely, these are the changes travellers are making now to ensure their trip is more sustainable.


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http://www.euronews.com/travel/2026/04/22/all-the-sustainable-travel-habits-tourists-are-adopting-in-2026
Cruise tourism boom boosts employment: One job for every 20 passengers

The cruise tourism sector is establishing itself as a global engine capable of generating millions of jobs and billions in economic activity.


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http://www.euronews.com/travel/2026/04/22/cruise-tourism-boom-boosts-employment-one-job-for-every-20-passengers
This Central Asian destination is growing its national parks and adventure offerings

This move is expected to open up new birdwatching, wildlife tracking and hiking opportunities for eco-tourists, as Kazakhstan attempts to restore ecological balance.


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http://www.euronews.com/travel/2026/04/21/this-central-asian-destination-is-growing-its-national-parks-and-adventure-offerings
Travelling to Albania? New hotels and key things to know for visitors in 2026

From a range of upscale hotels to relaxed visa rules for some visitors, there’s plenty to look forward to in Albania this year.


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http://www.euronews.com/travel/2026/04/21/travelling-to-albania-new-hotels-and-key-things-to-know-for-visitors-in-2026
‘We must not become Barcelona’: Athens considers banning new hotels, mayor says

After the 'freezing' of short-term rentals in the centre of Athens, the discussion about 'freezing' the licenses for new hotels opens.


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http://www.euronews.com/travel/2026/04/21/we-must-not-become-barcelona-athens-considers-banning-new-hotels-mayor-says
Looking inland: Portugal to boost regional tourism with €11 million projects

The projects will support nature, gastronomy, wellness and cultural tourism within Portugal’s inland, and attract visitors away from major tourist hotspots like Lisbon and Porto.


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http://www.euronews.com/travel/2026/04/21/looking-inland-portugal-to-boost-regional-tourism-with-11-million-projects
One of the world’s longest pedestrian bridges just opened in Helsinki

Spanning 1,191 metres, Kruunuvuorensilta bridge in Finland connects Korkeasaari and Kruunuvuorenranta.


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http://www.euronews.com/travel/2026/04/21/one-of-the-worlds-longest-pedestrian-bridges-just-opened-in-helsinki
These are the best airports in the world for dining – and four are in Europe

From Roman pizzerias at Fiumicino Airport to taxiway views in Munich, these airports take pre-flight food and drink up a notch.


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http://www.euronews.com/travel/2026/04/21/these-are-the-best-airports-in-the-world-for-dining-and-four-are-in-europe
Foreign airlines to gradually resume flight operations at Qatar’s Hamad International Airport

Qatar Airways also ramps up its global routes for summer as the Gulf state’s aviation sector moves to restore normality following regional tensions.


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http://www.euronews.com/travel/2026/04/20/foreign-airlines-to-gradually-resume-flight-operations-at-qatars-hamad-international-airpo
You can now track the prices of individual hotels with Google

Would-be guests can get email updates on the costs of their choice of hotel for their preferred travel dates.


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http://www.euronews.com/travel/2026/04/20/you-can-now-track-the-prices-of-individual-hotels-with-google
Greece eases Entry/Exit System (EES) border checks for British travellers

With the rollout of the new system, Greece is taking a relaxed approach to British visitors in a bid to ease holiday flows ahead of the busy summer.


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http://www.euronews.com/travel/2026/04/20/greece-eases-entryexit-system-ees-border-checks-for-british-travellers
Stranded cruise ships finally pass the Strait of Hormuz and are en route to Europe

TUI Cruises says its May itineraries ‘can go ahead as planned’ after the Mein Schiff 4 and Mein Schiff 5 ships safely departed the Arabian Gulf.


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http://www.euronews.com/travel/2026/04/20/stranded-cruise-ships-finally-pass-the-strait-of-hormuz-and-are-en-route-to-europe
This Spanish airport will close for a month and cancel all flights

As summer approaches, Spanish airports continue to see turmoil like strikes, closures and widespread walk-outs.


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http://www.euronews.com/travel/2026/04/20/this-spanish-airport-will-close-for-a-month-and-cancel-all-flights
Longevity retreats: Life-enhancing escapes to book in Europe in 2026

From Swiss medical clinics to Mediterranean wellness resorts, these are the top longevity retreats in Europe where you can reset body and mind.


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http://www.euronews.com/travel/2026/04/20/longevity-retreats-life-enhancing-escapes-to-book-in-europe-in-2026
Travel smart: Must-have gadgets and accessories for summer holidays in 2026

From power banks to travel pillows, these are the essential items you need to pack for smoother trips around Europe this summer.


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http://www.euronews.com/travel/2026/04/19/travel-smart-must-have-gadgets-and-accessories-for-summer-holidays-in-2026
Padel holidays: One of the world’s fastest-growing sports becomes a smash hit for travel

Hotels and resorts are turning padel into a travel draw, blending sport, luxury stays and social play across Europe and beyond.


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http://www.euronews.com/travel/2026/04/18/padel-holidays-one-of-the-worlds-fastest-growing-sports-becomes-a-smash-hit-for-travel
These are the top trending rural destinations in Europe

From a charming lake town in France to a winter sports resort in the Upper Harz Mountains, these spots need to be on your radar.


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http://www.euronews.com/travel/2026/04/17/these-are-the-top-trending-rural-destinations-in-europe
Visiting Capri this summer? This new crackdown could make the tourist experience more relaxing

The chic destination has already capped tour group numbers and banned guides from using loudspeakers and umbrellas to reduce disruption for other visitors and residents.


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http://www.euronews.com/travel/2026/04/17/visiting-capri-this-summer-this-new-crackdown-could-make-the-tourist-experience-more-relax
A new airport has opened in Greenland and it's a gateway to the lesser-visited south

The airport in Qaqortoq replaces Narsarsuaq – around 60 kilometres away – as the primary access point, significantly reducing travel time to the southern hub of Greenland.


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http://www.euronews.com/travel/2026/04/17/a-new-airport-has-opened-in-greenland-and-its-a-gateway-to-the-lesser-visited-south
These are the most luxurious new hotels around the world, according to Travel + Leisure

This year’s ‘It List’ includes a €11,000 a night hotel in the Maldives, a six-suite tented camp in South Africa and a luxury ecolodge overlooking India’s second highest peak.


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http://www.euronews.com/travel/2026/04/17/these-are-the-most-luxurious-new-hotels-around-the-world-according-to-travel-leisure
Flying soon? What the jet fuel crisis means for travellers and airlines

Jet fuel prices have roughly doubled since the war in Iran began – and shortages could start next.


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http://www.euronews.com/travel/2026/04/17/flying-soon-what-the-jet-fuel-crisis-means-for-travellers-and-airlines
'Don’t Hike Naked in Switzerland': Top tips for first-time travellers

Think twice before you tip, throw coins in ponds or miss out on an opportunity to chat with a local. Lonely Planet and other experts share the unwritten rules of travelling abroad for the first time.


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http://www.euronews.com/travel/2026/04/17/dont-hike-naked-in-switzerland-top-tips-for-first-time-travellers
Have a need for speed? Saudi’s Qiddiya City gears up for new motorsport hotel and horse racing venue

Saudi Arabia’s gigacity project has plans to shift to high-gear, creating a hub for international motorsports, equestrian racing and positioning itself as a year-round destination for residences, leisure and tourism.


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http://www.euronews.com/travel/2026/04/16/have-a-need-for-speed-saudis-qiddiya-city-gears-up-for-new-motorsport-hotel-and-horse-raci
A fairytale château and an Art Deco icon: Inside the lavish hotels for The White Lotus season four

Shooting locations are confirmed as Cannes, Saint-Tropez and Monaco.


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http://www.euronews.com/travel/2026/04/16/a-fairytale-chateau-and-an-art-deco-icon-inside-the-lavish-hotels-for-the-white-lotus-seas
Seeking rest and relaxation? Bulgaria taps into the wellness trend as spa tourism rises 15%

Bulgaria is positioning itself as a spa destination, with a year-round tourism strategy also focused on health, food, mountain, pilgrimage and luxury travel.


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http://www.euronews.com/travel/2026/04/16/seeking-rest-and-relaxation-bulgaria-taps-into-the-wellness-trend-as-spa-tourism-rises-15
Dubai's world-famous Burj Al Arab hotel is set to close for 18 months for restoration works

The property, which opened in 1999, is known for its opulent interiors featuring Statuario marble, Swarovski crystals and 24-carat gold leaf.


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http://www.euronews.com/travel/2026/04/15/dubais-world-famous-burj-al-arab-hotel-is-set-to-close-for-18-months-for-restoration-works
These train journeys have the best views, according to eye-tracking technology

Japan’s Sagano Romantic Train takes the crown, while three of the top five routes are in Europe.


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http://www.euronews.com/travel/2026/04/15/these-train-journeys-have-the-best-views-according-to-eye-tracking-technology
Travelling to Japan in 2026? Here are the new taxes and price hikes you need to know about

Some of the increased fees apply to all travellers, but some can be avoided depending on when you visit and where you stay.


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http://www.euronews.com/travel/2026/04/15/travelling-to-japan-in-2026-here-are-the-new-taxes-and-price-hikes-you-need-to-know-about
German pilots’ union announces further strikes at Lufthansa this week

The latest round of strike action continues a recent trend of travel disruptions at Germany’s busiest hubs, throwing passenger journeys into uncertainty.


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http://www.euronews.com/travel/2026/04/15/german-pilots-union-calls-for-two-day-lufthansa-strike-action-on-monday-and-tuesday
This airline is launching bunk bed sleep pods you can book on ultra-long-haul flights

Available on select flights between Auckland and New York, the four-hour sessions are priced from €248.


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http://www.euronews.com/travel/2026/04/15/this-airline-is-launching-bunk-bed-sleep-pods-you-can-book-on-ultra-long-haul-flights
Inside the Qantas plane set to break the record for the world’s longest flight next year

As the Australian airline prepares for the first test flight on its new A350-1000ULR aircraft, we take a look at what passengers can expect onboard.


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http://www.euronews.com/travel/2026/04/15/inside-the-qantas-plane-set-to-break-the-record-for-the-worlds-longest-flight-next-year
Finland and Sweden set to finally be linked by rail this summer, creating EU’s longest train journey

When the border rail link opens this summer, it will create what is thought to be the longest train journey that’s possible to take in the EU.


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http://www.euronews.com/travel/2026/04/15/finland-and-sweden-set-to-finally-be-linked-by-rail-this-summer-creating-eus-longest-train
The world’s busiest airports for 2025 have been revealed, and only two are in Europe

While only two European airports made the overall list, five made it onto the rankings for the busiest airports based on international arrivals and departures.


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http://www.euronews.com/travel/2026/04/14/the-worlds-busiest-airports-for-2025-have-been-revealed-and-only-two-are-in-europe
Emily in Paros? The season six filming locations in Greece the Netflix show might choose

Here are our predictions for where the glamorous escapades of Emily will unfold next.


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http://www.euronews.com/travel/2026/04/14/emily-in-paros-the-season-six-filming-locations-in-greece-the-netflix-show-might-choose
This new Scottish Highlands retreat is so remote you can only reach it by boat – or a 27km hike

Kilchoan Estate by Dunton, found in the Knoydart Peninsula, will open in June 2026 with five cottages and a spa.


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http://www.euronews.com/travel/2026/04/14/this-new-scottish-highlands-retreat-is-so-remote-you-can-only-reach-it-by-boat-or-a-27km-h
‘A systemic failure’: How the new Entry/Exit System (EES) brought chaos to EU border control

Airlines group calls on the European Commission to allow for the ‘full and partial suspension’ of EES until the end of summer ‘where necessary’.


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http://www.euronews.com/travel/2026/04/14/a-systemic-failure-how-the-new-entryexit-system-ees-brought-chaos-to-eu-border-control
15 villages in Sardinia set for revamp as part of €38m plan to grow tourism and combat depopulation

The project aims to promote the island’s unique flavour of village tourism and boost local employment opportunities.


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http://www.euronews.com/travel/2026/04/14/15-villages-in-sardinia-set-for-revamp-as-part-of-38m-plan-to-grow-tourism-and-combat-depo
Lisbon voted the most colourful city in the world. Porto ranks third

A study by Irish travel insurance company JustCover has chosen Lisbon as the most colourful city in the world. More than 2.6 million colours were detected in the photographs analysed of the Portuguese capital.


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http://www.euronews.com/travel/2026/04/14/lisbon-voted-the-most-colourful-city-in-the-world-porto-ranks-third
Chepe Express: A train journey through Mexico’s natural and cultural diversity

Mexico's railway jewel crosses the Sierra Tarahumara mountain range in the northern state of Chihuahua, between mountains, canyons, tunnels and bridges, in one of the most impressive train journeys on the planet.


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http://www.euronews.com/travel/2026/04/14/chepe-express-a-train-journey-through-mexicos-natural-and-cultural-diversity
The must-visit wine destinations and regions of 2026, according to the Wine Travel Awards

From ancient winemaking in Georgia to New World wine in California, here’s where you should be headed this year.


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http://www.euronews.com/travel/2026/04/14/the-must-visit-wine-destinations-and-regions-of-2026-according-to-the-wine-travel-awards
The Céline Dion effect: 16-date tour to inject millions into Paris tourism

The Canadian’s comeback tour is already driving interest and a noticeable economic boost to the French capital.


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http://www.euronews.com/travel/2026/04/13/the-celine-dion-effect-16-date-tour-to-inject-millions-into-paris-tourism
Thinking about moving to Ireland? This entire village, complete with a spa, is up for sale

The Village at Lyons, once owned by Ryanair founder Tony Ryan, has 47 bedrooms and is on the market for a cool €20 million.


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http://www.euronews.com/travel/2026/04/13/thinking-about-moving-to-ireland-this-entire-village-complete-with-a-spa-is-up-for-sale
Combined air-rail tickets: How to fly, ride and explore Europe on one booking

Booking a train ticket through your airline can take all the hassle out of onward travel, and will ensure you’re protected when things don’t go to plan.


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http://www.euronews.com/travel/2026/04/13/combined-air-rail-tickets-explained
Iconic hotels made famous by film and TV shows

From obvious scene stealers in The White Lotus to the unexpected gem in David Lynch’s Twin Peaks, these properties are well worth checking into for cinephiles.


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http://www.euronews.com/travel/2026/04/13/iconic-hotels-made-famous-by-film-and-tv-shows
Inspired by the Masters? Here are Europe’s best new golf courses to travel to

Featuring world-class destinations in Scotland, Ireland and Portugal, Europe’s newest openings and reimagined courses should be added to your golf travel bucket list.


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http://www.euronews.com/travel/2026/04/12/inspired-by-the-masters-here-are-europes-best-new-golf-courses-to-travel-to
Back on track: Madeira’s iconic hiking trail to reopen after two-year closure

The 7km-long PR1 Vereda do Areeiro trail returns after restoration works following a wildfire in 2024.


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http://www.euronews.com/travel/2026/04/12/back-on-track-madeiras-iconic-hiking-trail-to-reopen-after-two-year-closure
Why cruise passengers are missing out on seeing Alaska’s ‘queen of fjords’

Tracy Arm, a majestic fjord located southeast of Juneau, is being skipped by major cruise lines this season following a massive landslide last summer.


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http://www.euronews.com/travel/2026/04/12/why-cruise-passengers-are-missing-out-on-seeing-alaskas-queen-of-fjords
Private polar tours and trips to space: The world’s most exclusive travel experiences

High-net-worth individuals can traverse the globe on the Four Seasons Jet or discover the real "white continent" with luxury camping experiences in Antarctica.


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http://www.euronews.com/travel/2026/04/12/private-polar-tours-and-trips-to-space-the-worlds-most-exclusive-travel-experiences
Travelling to train: European sports resorts turning holidays into fitness breaks

Active holidays are on the rise, with travellers choosing destinations built for training, recovery and movement. Here are some of the most popular sports resorts shaping the trend across Europe.


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http://www.euronews.com/travel/2026/04/11/travelling-to-train-european-sports-resorts-turning-holidays-into-fitness-breaks
Lore chasing, sight-doing and snackpacking: The biggest travel trends for 2026

According to this new report, today’s tourists are embracing spontaneity and prioritising trying local crafts and flavours.


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http://www.euronews.com/travel/2026/04/10/lore-chasing-sight-doing-and-snackpacking-the-biggest-travel-trends-for-2026