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Iceland’s Blue Lagoon spa and nearby town evacuated due to volcanic eruption

Flames and smoke shot through the air as the volcanic fissure opened near the town of Grindavik.


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https://www.euronews.com/travel/2025/04/01/icelands-blue-lagoon-spa-and-nearby-town-evacuated-due-to-volcanic-eruption
Nervous flyer? These airlines have dedicated support programmes and in-flight apps

Turbulence, screaming children and randomly allocated seats are most likely to make passengers feel uncomfortable.


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https://www.euronews.com/travel/2025/04/01/nervous-flyer-these-airlines-have-dedicated-support-programmes-and-in-flight-apps
What is the ETA? European travellers need €12 entry permit to visit the UK starting this week

Read our full guide to the UK's new Electronic Travel Authorisation (ETA): who needs it, how long it's valid and how to apply.


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https://www.euronews.com/travel/2025/03/31/eu-tourists-could-soon-have-to-apply-for-permission-to-travel-before-entering-the-uk
Is it safe to travel to Thailand and is Bangkok airport open? Latest advice after Myanmar earthquake

European governments have updated their travel advice for tourists in the area and with upcoming trips.


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https://www.euronews.com/travel/2025/03/31/is-it-safe-to-travel-to-thailand-and-is-bangkok-airport-open-latest-advice-after-myanmar-e
This pilot specialises in dangerous airport landings. Here’s what he wants passengers to know

Challenging airport conditions mean flights are more prone to turbulence, bumpy landings and delays.


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https://www.euronews.com/travel/2025/03/31/this-pilot-specialises-in-dangerous-airport-landings-heres-what-he-wants-passengers-to-kno
New life for old jets: How cabin refurbishments deliver on sustainability as well as comfort

As demand for air travel continues to surge, airlines are holding onto their planes for longer and working hard to make sure nobody notices.


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https://www.euronews.com/travel/2025/03/30/airline-cabin-refurbishment-sustainability-comfort
‘People are not props’: The Sámi reindeer herders fighting stereotypes to build ethical tourism

A new wave of positive-impact experiences in northern Finland is finally allowing the Sámi to benefit from the tourism boom.


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https://www.euronews.com/travel/2025/03/29/people-are-not-props-the-sami-reindeer-herders-fighting-stereotypes-to-build-ethical-touri
Cyprus is funding desalination plants for hotels to tackle tourism's water shortage woes

The government will provide €3 million of funding over the next two years to help hotels build their own desalination plants.


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https://www.euronews.com/travel/2025/03/27/cyprus-is-funding-desalination-plants-for-hotels-to-tackle-tourisms-water-shortage-woes
‘We expect respect’: Bali cracks down on ‘naughty’ tourists with strict new rules

Bali’s mayor has warned that some transgressions could be met with legal consequences.


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https://www.euronews.com/travel/2025/03/27/we-expect-respect-bali-cracks-down-on-naughty-tourists-with-strict-new-rules
‘Fundamental for tourists’ trust’: Why Italy is cracking down on fake hotel and restaurant reviews

Italy’s new rules aim to tackle both mistaken and malicious reviews by requiring proof of a visit and banning incentives for positive comments.


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https://www.euronews.com/travel/2025/03/27/fundamental-for-tourists-trust-why-italy-is-cracking-down-on-fake-hotel-and-restaurant-rev
Ryanair launches ‘Prime’ subscription service for frequent travellers. Is it worth it?

While subscription services might save travellers money, they are also a way to persuade more people to fly - which is bad news for the planet.


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https://www.euronews.com/travel/2025/03/26/ryanair-launches-prime-subscription-service-for-frequent-travellers-is-it-worth-it
Croatia’s ‘party island’ is cracking down on noise. Here’s what it means for your summer holiday

There are also several tourist regulations on clothing and behaviour that visitors should be aware of if they don’t want to receive a fine.


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https://www.euronews.com/travel/2025/03/25/croatias-party-island-is-cracking-down-on-noise-heres-what-it-means-for-your-summer-holida
The European tube: Inside the project to launch a continent-wide rail system

21st Europe’s Starline network plans to connect 39 destinations in European countries - with lines reaching the UK, Turkey and Ukraine too.


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https://www.euronews.com/travel/2025/03/24/the-european-tube-inside-the-project-to-launch-a-continent-wide-rail-system-by-2040
Off the rails: Night train from Berlin to Brussels will stop running at the end of March

Passengers can still travel between Berlin and Brussels on an overnight train using the European Sleeper.


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https://www.euronews.com/travel/2025/03/24/off-the-rails-night-train-from-berlin-to-brussels-will-stop-running-at-the-end-of-march
Hanoi’s French Quarter is an oasis of laid-back luxury in the chaotic capital

With wide boulevards and a lake, the French Quarter provides a little more breathing space than the Old Quarter.


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https://www.euronews.com/travel/2025/03/23/hanois-french-quarter-is-an-oasis-of-laid-back-luxury-in-the-chaotic-capital
How good is ChatGPT at planning holidays? I put it to the test on a weekend trip to Tallinn

Using AI tools can significantly cut down on travel planning time and effort, but there are some drawbacks.


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https://www.euronews.com/travel/2025/03/22/how-good-is-chatgpt-at-planning-holidays-i-put-it-to-the-test-on-a-weekend-trip-to-tallinn
London is considering a tourist tax. Here’s what it could mean for visitors

British officials estimate that a 5 per cent tourist tax could generate €285 million annually for London.


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https://www.euronews.com/travel/2025/03/21/london-is-considering-a-tourist-tax-heres-what-it-could-mean-for-visitors
Visitors to the UK will soon need a €12 visa waiver. Here’s how to avoid ETA scams

To obtain the £10 (€12) visa waiver, travellers need to complete an online process via official UK government channels.


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https://www.euronews.com/travel/2025/03/19/visitors-to-the-uk-will-soon-need-a-12-visa-waiver-heres-how-to-avoid-eta-scams
Travellers rank the world’s most disappointing tourist attractions. The top five are in Europe

Travellers’ reviews suggest many of Europe’s bucket-list attractions are underwhelming and too crowded.


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https://www.euronews.com/travel/2025/03/19/travellers-rank-the-worlds-most-disappointing-tourist-attractions-the-top-five-are-in-euro
Thailand’s visa-free stay will soon be cut to 30 days. Here’s what it means for tourists

An increasing number of foreigners are engaging in illicit jobs or business activities while claiming to be visiting for tourism purposes.


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https://www.euronews.com/travel/2025/03/18/thailands-visa-free-stay-will-soon-be-cut-to-30-days-heres-what-it-means-for-tourists
EES to launch in October 2025. How will the border check system affect crossing times?

The EES requires all borders to install new scanners - most will not be ready on the launch day.


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https://www.euronews.com/travel/2025/03/18/ees-impact-on-borders-eurostar-scraps-fast-track-and-dover-delays-check-system
Set-jetting in Sicily: Where to find the lavish filming locations of Netflix’s The Leopard

From an iconic Baroque square in Palermo to a lavish palazzo in Catania, here are the real-life backdrops of The Leopard.


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https://www.euronews.com/travel/2025/03/17/set-jetting-in-sicily-where-to-find-the-lavish-filming-locations-of-netflixs-the-leopard
Japan doubles fee to climb Mount Fuji after pollution and safety concerns

Japan’s Yamanashi prefecture has brought in the toll to protect the UNESCO-designated environment.


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https://www.euronews.com/travel/2025/03/17/japan-doubles-fee-to-climb-mount-fuji-after-pollution-and-safety-concerns
Beyond the baccarat tables: Macao’s rich Portuguese history is still visible today

Churches and cuisine stretching back centuries still reflect Portugal’s legacy as Macao integrates into China.


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https://www.euronews.com/travel/2025/03/16/beyond-the-baccarat-tables-macaos-rich-portuguese-history-is-still-visible-today
Airport theory, seat squatters and check-in chickens: Why these viral travel trends are a disaster

Cabin crew can remove you from flights and gate agents can deny you boarding for disobeying rules.


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https://www.euronews.com/travel/2025/03/15/airport-theory-seat-squatters-and-check-in-chickens-why-these-viral-travel-trends-are-a-di
EU’s ETIAS travel authorisation delayed until 2026. Here’s when you’ll have to pay

The ETIAS will require visa-free travellers from non-EU countries, including the UK, to obtain authorisation before short stays in the Schengen Area.


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https://www.euronews.com/travel/2025/03/14/eus-etias-travel-authorisation-delayed-until-2026-heres-when-youll-have-to-pay
Is it safe to travel to Naples? Italy prepares for possible evacuations amid earthquake tremors

Residents have been warned that evacuations may be necessary if the seismic activity continues.


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https://www.euronews.com/travel/2025/03/14/is-it-safe-to-travel-to-naples-italy-plans-evacuations-after-earthquake-tremors
A two-storey bar and more leg room: Inside France’s new high-speed TGV trains

The TGV INOUI, run by national operator SNCF, will launch at the start of 2026.


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https://www.euronews.com/travel/2025/03/13/a-two-storey-bar-and-more-leg-room-inside-frances-new-high-speed-tgv-trains
Swayed by special offers? Here’s where your holiday budget will stretch furthest in Europe

80 per cent of British holidaymakers said deals and prices in travel adverts were their main inspiration.


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https://www.euronews.com/travel/2025/03/13/swayed-by-special-offers-heres-where-your-holiday-budget-will-stretch-furthest-in-europe
Solo travel: How to avoid paying a ‘singles tax’ and pick the perfect destination

Solo travellers can find themselves paying over €2,000 more for their holiday package, but more travel agents are now catering for single adventurers.


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https://www.euronews.com/travel/2025/03/12/solo-travel-how-to-avoid-paying-a-singles-tax-and-pick-the-perfect-destination
This pretty seaside town in Sicily is offering €1 holidays - what’s the catch?

Siculiana is offering a handful of lucky travellers an all-expenses paid escape - all they have to fork out for is Sicily’s €1 tourist tax.


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https://www.euronews.com/travel/2025/03/12/this-pretty-seaside-town-in-sicily-is-offering-1-holidays-whats-the-catch
Delayed flight? It could soon be harder for you to claim compensation from airlines

Proposals to water down passenger flight delay compensation rules are being discussed in Brussels, risking Europe’s claim to having the most passenger-friendly skies in the world.


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https://www.euronews.com/travel/2025/03/11/delayed-flight-it-could-soon-be-harder-for-you-to-claim-compensation-from-airlines
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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https://www.euronews.com/travel/2025/03/11/combined-air-rail-tickets-explained
Planning a trip to Spain this summer? Here are all the new rules and regulations you need to know

Visitors to Spain will have to remember more than just their passport this year. Here’s what you need to know to stay on the right side of the tourist rules in Spain.


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https://www.euronews.com/travel/2025/03/10/planning-a-trip-to-spain-this-summer-here-are-all-the-new-rules-and-regulations-you-need-t
Thousands of flights cancelled across Germany due to major strike action at 13 airports

The one day walk out has already left thousands of flights grounded at hubs including Berlin, Frankfurt, Dusseldorf and Munich.


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https://www.euronews.com/travel/2025/03/10/most-flights-cancelled-across-germany-as-major-strike-action-begins-at-13-airports
Want to escape the crowds in Barcelona? These car-free day trips offer the best of Catalonia

There are plenty of interesting destinations you can reach in just a few hours by train from Barcelona.


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https://www.euronews.com/travel/2025/03/09/want-to-escape-the-crowds-in-barcelona-these-car-free-day-trips-offer-the-best-of-cataloni
Unleashing adventure: How women-only touring holidays are transforming travel experiences

For International Women’s Day, Euronews Travel spoke to female-led travel companies about what women really want.


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https://www.euronews.com/travel/2025/03/08/unleashing-adventure-how-women-only-touring-holidays-are-transforming-travel-experiences
Hot springs, sake and samurais: Find joy in Japan’s mysterious Hokuriku region

From skiing in the mountains to sampling local cuisine, escape the crowds in Japan’s hidden Hokuriku region.


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https://www.euronews.com/travel/2025/03/07/hot-springs-sake-and-samurais-find-joy-in-japans-mysterious-hokuriku-region
'The fastest growing destination in the world': Why European travellers are flocking to Saudi Arabia

Saudi Arabia is becoming a must-visit destination for Europeans. Here are the best places to visit.


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https://www.euronews.com/travel/2025/03/07/the-fastest-growing-destination-in-the-world-why-european-travellers-are-flocking-to-saudi
‘You’re guaranteed not to see a soul’: Is this forest hideaway Europe’s best spa?

Never share a sauna with strangers again, thanks to this unique spa hidden in Ireland's lush waterways.


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https://www.euronews.com/travel/2025/03/07/youre-guaranteed-not-to-see-a-soul-is-this-forest-hideaway-europes-best-spa
Black sands and famous sunsets: Top things to do as Santorini reopens after a month of earthquakes

Rich culture, thriving traditions and a lively food scene: here are the top things to do – and eat – in Santorini.


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https://www.euronews.com/travel/2025/03/07/black-sands-and-famous-sunsets-top-things-to-do-as-santorini-reopens-after-a-month-of-eart
Serene Indonesia: A guide to the best food, wellness and beach experiences in Bali and beyond

From swimming with manta rays to feasting on local cuisine, you can always escape the crowds in the Spice Islands.


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https://www.euronews.com/travel/2025/03/06/serene-indonesia-a-guide-to-the-best-food-wellness-and-beach-experiences-in-bali-and-beyon
Where tradition meets innovation: Saudi’s Riyadh Air prepares for first flight

As Saudi Arabia soars into a new era, explore the rich heritage and desert adventures from its capital, Riyadh.


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https://www.euronews.com/travel/2025/03/06/where-tradition-meets-innovation-saudis-riyadh-air-prepares-for-first-flight
A fountain of imagination: These Italian treasures inspired the world’s literary greats

Follow in the footsteps of the world’s greatest writers and you may just find your own muse in Italy.


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https://www.euronews.com/travel/2025/03/06/a-fountain-of-imagination-these-italian-treasures-inspired-the-worlds-literary-greats
Authorities in Greek Island of Santorini reaffirm safety as priority ahead tourist season

The Minister of Tourism, who was at the ITB international tourism exhibition in Berlin, explains that all the necessary precautionary measures are being taken for the island's residents and visitors.


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https://www.euronews.com/travel/2025/03/06/authorities-in-greek-island-of-santorini-reaffirm-safety-as-priority-ahead-tourist-season
From Succession to Spiderman: More film and TV locations you can visit in the UK

Britain continues to be the real star of the show for our favourite films and TV series. Here's where to visit.


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https://www.euronews.com/travel/2025/03/05/from-succession-to-spiderman-more-film-and-tv-locations-you-can-visit-in-the-uk
Rail vs air: The tool that aims to make European train journeys as easy as booking a flight

The EU’s high-speed railway network has nearly doubled in a decade, but international journeys remain a challenge.


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https://www.euronews.com/travel/2025/03/05/rail-vs-air-the-tool-that-aims-to-make-european-train-journeys-as-easy-as-booking-a-flight
‘A real health scandal’: Can ride-sharing clean up Paris’s busiest road?

Other initiatives aimed at reducing pollution and noise in Paris have led to new cycling lanes and car-free zones.


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https://www.euronews.com/travel/2025/03/04/a-real-health-scandal-can-ride-sharing-clean-up-pariss-busiest-road
AI solutions, sustainability, and inclusive travel: ITB Berlin is shaping the future of travel

Over the next few days, Euronews Travel will be on the ground at ITB Berlin talking to leading travel experts.


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https://www.euronews.com/travel/2025/03/04/ai-solutions-sustainability-and-inclusive-travel-itb-berlin-is-shaping-the-future-of-trave
Where are the world’s most beautiful railway bridges? Engineering marvels become big tourist hits

These amazing feats of engineering allow trains to navigate the steepest valleys and cross the deepest rivers.


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https://www.euronews.com/travel/2025/03/04/where-are-the-worlds-most-beautiful-railway-bridges-engineering-marvels-become-big-tourist