Gulf Airlines return to pre-Iran flight levels but wider aviation recovery stalls
Some Gulf airlines are operating almost at pre-Iran-War levels, recent flight data shows, meaning that aviation appears to be recovering from the conflict, which saw mass disruption caused by the grounding of some of the world’s largest carriers. Emirates, Qatar Airlines, and Etihad (the three largest Middle East airlines) have...
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Russia granted more than 1,100 ‘anti-woke’ visas to foreigners in 2025
Russia issued 1,112 visas in 2025 to foreign nationals under a programme aimed at people who say they support “traditional Russian spiritual and moral values,” according to figures cited by Russian state media. The scheme, created under Presidential Decree No. 702 and promoted by Moscow as a form of “humanitarian...
Shenzhen tops ranking of the world’s best skylines in 2026
Skylines have been changing fast over the last few years, with new high-rises sprouting up everywhere, some instantly recognisable, others less so. Miniature models of famous city skylines have taken over souvenir shops, becoming go-to decorative pieces for travellers looking to remember the beauty of cities they have visited, or...
Venice day tripper fee could cost as much as €50 under new mayor’s proposal
Day trippers to Venice, Italy, could find themselves charged up to €50 for the privilege if proposals to tackle overtourism by the city’s new mayor, Simone Venturini, are given the go-ahead. The iconic lagoon destination has been making visitors pay an “access charge” if they come for the day only...
Trump reveals revamped Qatari Boeing 747 for Air Force One Fleet
“A flying White House” is how United States President Donald Trump has described the latest incarnation of the US presidential jet, Air Force One, in a speech to mark the unveiling of the plane at Joint Base Andrews on 19 June 2026. The Boeing 747-8 aircraft, to be known as...
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Gulf Airlines return to pre-Iran flight levels but wider aviation recovery stalls
Some Gulf airlines are operating almost at pre-Iran-War levels, recent flight data shows, meaning that aviation appears to be recovering from the conflict, which saw mass disruption caused by the grounding of some of the world’s largest carriers. Emirates, Qatar Airlines, and Etihad (the three largest Middle East airlines) have...
Trump reveals revamped Qatari Boeing 747 for Air Force One Fleet
“A flying White House” is how United States President Donald Trump has described the latest incarnation of the US presidential jet, Air Force One, in a speech to mark the unveiling of the plane at Joint Base Andrews on 19 June 2026. The Boeing 747-8 aircraft, to be known as...
Emirates rolls out industry-first travel insurance covering conflict-related disruptions
Emirates has launched what it describes as the world’s most comprehensive travel insurance, introducing conflict-related medical coverage, hotel accommodation support and complimentary rebooking on other airlines, in a move aimed at addressing rising concerns over travel disruptions caused by geopolitical events. The Dubai-based carrier announced the new Comprehensive Travel Cover,...
New international seaplane service connects Greece and Albania
On 5 June 2026, Hellenic Seaplanes inaugurated a new flight route connecting Greece and Albania. The launch marks the first-ever seaplane connection between two countries in Southeast Europe. In what the Greece-based seaplane company describes as the “foundation for a broader maritime air transport network across the Adriatic and Ionian...
Delta Air Lines escapes without penalty after catastrophic software outage
Delta Air Lines has escaped without penalty after the US federal government quietly wrapped up an investigation into the carrier, launched by President Joe Biden following a computer outage that disrupted over a million air passengers. The software problem began on 19 July 2024, after cybersecurity firm CrowdStrike attempted an update...
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AI boom fuels rising concerns over water consumption, UN warns
“Be water, my friend,” Bruce Lee famously said. Artificial intelligence seems to have taken the martial arts legend’s mantra a little too literally, as a new UN report sounds the alarm over the technology’s rapidly growing thirst and the enormous quantities of water consumed by AI data centres. The report,...
Climate change has heightened risk of dangerous heat at 2026 World Cup
Players at the men’s FIFA World Cup 2026 could find their performance affected by extreme temperatures associated with global warming, and fans might notice match strategy changing in response to the climate, a new study has found. Research suggests that temperatures above 28°C (82.4°F) can affect soccer players’ performance — especially how...
Shared e-scooters banned from Brussels from 2027
On Thursday, 11 June 2026, the Brussels government voted to ban shared e-scooters from Belgium’s capital as of 2027. A multitude of accidents, parking hassles, and other issues were at the basis of the decision. Although they were initially welcomed as a creative new means of transportation within the city,...
El Niño is back: how the climate phenomenon could reshape travel in 2026
The World Meteorological Organization (WMO) has warned of an increasing global risk of extreme temperatures and rainfall over the coming months, as El Niño conditions develop, fuelled by unusually warm waters in the tropical Pacific. El Niño and La Niña are opposite phases of the El Niño–Southern Oscillation (ENSO), one...
KLM tests synthetic kerosene blend on passenger flight between Amsterdam and Hamburg
KLM Cityhopper has operated a passenger flight between Amsterdam and Hamburg using a 5% blend of synthetic kerosene (e-SAF). The flight marks the first passenger service to Germany using this type of fuel. It is part of ongoing efforts to test and scale alternative aviation fuels in real operating conditions....
Experts call for action over ambition ahead of COP31
Tourism destinations across the world are already feeling the effects of climate change, with rising sea levels, shifting weather patterns and ecosystem disruption reshaping how places operate long before new global climate decisions are implemented. Destinations are experiencing changes in seasonality, environmental stability and infrastructure pressure that directly influence how...
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Tirana to modernize communist-era Palace of Congresses and build 260-meter skyscraper
Tirana’s transformation, initiated a decade ago, is set to reach new heights, both figuratively and literally, with the renovation of the communist-era Palace of Congresses and the construction of a 260-metre skyscraper, a vertical landmark that will dramatically alter the city’s skyline. The ambitious project, which combines the renovation of...
Shenzhen tops ranking of the world’s best skylines in 2026
Skylines have been changing fast over the last few years, with new high-rises sprouting up everywhere, some instantly recognisable, others less so. Miniature models of famous city skylines have taken over souvenir shops, becoming go-to decorative pieces for travellers looking to remember the beauty of cities they have visited, or...
Den Gamle By in Denmark becomes European Museum of the Year 2026
On Saturday 13 June 2026, Den Gamle By (The Old Town) in the Danish city of Aarhus has been crowned European Museum of the Year 2026 during an award ceremony in Bilbao. The open-air museum was praised for setting a “benchmark for innovation and relevance”. Every year since 1977, the...
Free Pont Neuf Cavern attraction by French Banksy opens in Paris
On Monday 15 June 2026, Paris’ newest tourist attraction has opened to the public. Curious-minded people who wan to visit the Pont Neuf Cavern, as the installation by French street artist JR is called, can do so until 28 June. The Pont Neuf might well be one of Paris’ most...
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New Ardennes eco-village puts sustainable and social tourism centre stage
It's the new kid on the block in Belgium's holiday market, but La Hameau de la Semois ticks boxes that many other destinations struggle to match. The new eco-village in the Ardennes combines a strong commitment to sustainability with a social tourism model designed to make holidays accessible to more...
Icelandair names “World’s Worst Photographer” and awards $50,000 in viral marketing campaign
Icelandair has selected the “world’s worst photographer” and awarded the winner a $50,000 prize after a global campaign designed to celebrate imperfection in photography and showcase Iceland’s naturally striking landscapes. The worst of the worst tier was awarded to Blanche Mortemard, a Paris-based photographer who was chosen from more than...
7 things to do in Tervuren with kids
From the AfricaMuseum to unforgettable hikes through nature, Tervuren is one of the best destinations for kid-friendly activities just a stone's throw from Brussels. If you're still not convinced, or simply looking for summer inspiration, we've selected seven of the most enjoyable things to do in Tervuren with kids. Tram...
New study reveals Europe’s cheapest and most expensive countries for holiday rentals in 2026
No two European countries are alike, and the same goes for the price of a holiday rental. A new data analysis by AirDNA shows the cheapest and most expensive countries to book a stay in 2026. Generally speaking, booking a holiday is no cheap affair. Transportation can cost a lot,...
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One destination everyone should cruise to at least once in their life? 🚢
🎧 Tune in to the latest episode of the Travel Tomorrow podcast
🎙️ Special guest: Frank Van den Steen, Country Manager Benelux at MSC Cruises
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China showcases Zhejiang tourism and culture in Brussels 🇨🇳🇪🇺
📍 Brussels, Belgium
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The Colors of Azerbaijan 🇦🇿 🇧🇪 Exhibition by Etibar Jafarov
📍 Cercle Royal Gaulois, Brussels, Belgium
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This is your sign to try Aufguss at Thermae ♨️
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🎙️ Special guest: @jokevdz
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From a 400 year old castle to a wellness destination, Thermae Boetfort’s journey began in 2010 🏰
🎧 Tune in to the Travel Tomorrow podcast
🎙️ Special guest: @jokevdz
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The very first episode of the Travel Tomorrow Podcast is officially live!
Tune in now and be part of the journey 🎧
🎙️Hosted by Deborah O’Donoghue, with special guest Joke Van Der Zypen
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Alinja Castle 🏰 the Machu Picchu of the Caucasus
📍 Alinja Castle, Nakhchivan, Azerbaijan
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10 of the best restaurants in Tervuren 🥂🍽️
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Thousands of Belgian homes unavailable to residential market due to Airbnb
Thousands of homes across three of the largest cities in Belgium are no longer available on the regular housing market because they have been turned into short term rentals, a new study shows. The research by ING bank reveals 5,000 properties in Brussels, Antwerp, and Ghent, representing 0.8% of the...
Largest hotel on the Baltic Sea opens in Poland with 1,240 rooms
The most controversial hotel on Poland’s Baltic coast is about to open its doors. This five-star behemoth was built on a former military site and cost nearly 1,500 trees. It is already making Germany nervous. Located in Pobierowo, a small seaside resort with a population of around 1,000 on Poland’s...
Hilton opens first “cave hotel” in fairytale landscape of Cappadocia
Hospitality giant Hilton has opened its first-ever “cave hotel,” adding centuries-old, restored underground accommodation to its worldwide portfolio. Located in Turkey’s Cappadocia region, known for its distinctive UNESCO World Heritage landscapes of fairy chimneys and rock-carved dwellings, Elika Cave Suites are part of the brand’s “Curio Collection,” a global series...
Finnish Lapland promotes summer tourism with €20,000 gold bar treasure hunt
The ends of epic journeys have long been associated with mythical pots of gold, but this summer, a resort in Finnish Lapland is making that dream of treasure come true for one lucky visitor. The tourist office in Levi, a popular Nordic skiing destination and viewing point for the Northern...
European Accommodation Barometer 2026 shows rising optimism amid widening industry gaps
Booking.com has released the sixth edition of its European Accommodation Barometer, giving an overview of how accommodation providers across Europe view the current market and the year ahead. The report is based on responses from 1,240 executives and managers across 24 European markets in the hospitality sector. It shows an...