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European Sleeper launches new international night train from Paris to Brussels and Hamburg
A new international night train between Paris, Brussels, and Hamburg officially launched on 13 July 2026, marking another notch in the European rail sector’s sleeper train bedpost. Another offering from European Sleeper, the train provides a “hassle-free, direct connection from Paris and Brussels to Hamburg, via Aulnoye-Aymeries, Mons and Liège,”...
New flight routes launching to and from Europe in autumn and winter 2026
Europe is gaining a suite of flight routes before the end of 2026, making the world’s most popular tourism region easier to reach and explore. North America and North Africa links Air Canada will launch a unique North America–Tenerife route on 25 October, flying Toronto to Tenerife Sur twice weekly....
Norwegian swaps its logo for British Airways after losing World Cup bet
Norwegian has temporarily replaced its Instagram profile picture with the British Airways logo after losing a light-hearted social media bet following England's 2–1 victory over Norway in the quarter-finals of the 2026 FIFA World Cup. The friendly wager was agreed ahead of Sunday's match, with the two airlines promising that...
Nearly half of Europeans plan to return from holiday with new skills, not just souvenirs
Learning a new skill on holiday is becoming increasingly popular, according to new data from Mastercard that reveals nearly half of Europeans (48%) plan to spend at least part of their summer vacation upgrading their skillset. Gen Z are “leading the trend,” Mastercard reveals. During a February 2026 survey asking...
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European Sleeper launches new international night train from Paris to Brussels and Hamburg
A new international night train between Paris, Brussels, and Hamburg officially launched on 13 July 2026, marking another notch in the European rail sector’s sleeper train bedpost. Another offering from European Sleeper, the train provides a “hassle-free, direct connection from Paris and Brussels to Hamburg, via Aulnoye-Aymeries, Mons and Liège,”...
New flight routes launching to and from Europe in autumn and winter 2026
Europe is gaining a suite of flight routes before the end of 2026, making the world’s most popular tourism region easier to reach and explore. North America and North Africa links Air Canada will launch a unique North America–Tenerife route on 25 October, flying Toronto to Tenerife Sur twice weekly....
Diksmuide’s new gravel bike path takes cyclists past World War I monuments
A new gravel bike path has opened in Diksmuide, located in the Belgian province of West Flanders. The Frontzate route spans over some 50 kilometres and is perfect for cyclists who want to combine a moderate workout with some historical sightseeing. Gravel routes are a popular choice among cyclists who...
Nine European countries urge EU to extend flexibility on new border checks amid EES disruption
Nine European countries have called on the European Commission to extend emergency flexibility measures for the Entry/Exit System (EES), warning that the bloc is not yet ready to phase out safeguards designed to prevent long queues and disruption at its external borders. In a joint letter dated 7 July and...
Norwegian swaps its logo for British Airways after losing World Cup bet
Norwegian has temporarily replaced its Instagram profile picture with the British Airways logo after losing a light-hearted social media bet following England's 2–1 victory over Norway in the quarter-finals of the 2026 FIFA World Cup. The friendly wager was agreed ahead of Sunday's match, with the two airlines promising that...
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Singapore unveils Greater Sentosa masterplan with new attractions and greener experiences
Singapore is preparing for the biggest transformation of Sentosa in decades after unveiling the Greater Sentosa Master Plan, an ambitious blueprint that will reshape the island and neighbouring Pulau Brani over the next 20 years. The project forms part of the wider Greater Southern Waterfront development, which aims to transform...
Heatwaves and warming seas raise flesh-eating bacteria risk at European beaches
Rising temperatures really are the gift that keeps on giving…, aside from melting glaciers, straining electricity grids and fuelling wildfires, Europe now has yet another heat-related concern to add to the list: a flesh-eating bacterium thriving in warming seas. The little critter appears to be moving a little too close...
Swiss glaciers melting at alarming rate after record European heatwave
As Europe emerges from one of its strongest and longest heatwaves on record, its consequences are already being felt in Switzerland, where all the snow and ice accumulated over the past winter are expected to have melted away by early next week, a phenomenon that normally does not occur until...
Tourist attractions in France shut down due to extreme heat
Major tourism attractions in France are having to adjust their opening hours due to the intense heatwave and red alert weather warnings affecting destinations across the country. With temperatures exceeding 40°C, authorities in Paris, which regularly tops rankings of the most visited city in Europe, have had to announce early...
Red heat alerts issued as Europe’s favourite destinations suffer deadly temperatures
Extreme temperatures across Europe have prompted red alerts for severe risk to life across a suite of nations, including France, where at least 18 people have died in the heat. Two children were among the dead; their bodies were found in their family car in Carpentras in the south of...
Europe’s cleanest bathing waters revealed ahead of summer season
Travellers planning a European beach, lake or river escape this summer can expect generally high water quality across the continent, according to the latest bathing water assessment from the European Environment Agency and the European Commission. The 2025 report reveals that 85% of bathing waters in the European Union were...
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House of the Dragon season 3 filming locations: Explore the real-life settings of Westeros
The third season of House of the Dragon premiered on 21 June 2026, bringing viewers back to the fictional world of Westeros. While dragons, castles and battles may belong to fantasy, many of the locations seen on screen are real places that can be visited across Europe. The series continues...
Dua Lipa opens library for banned books at historic Porto bookshop
Pop star Dua Lipa has opened a permanent library dedicated to banned and censored books in Porto, expanding her long-running literary initiative beyond its online book club into a physical space that champions freedom of expression. Known as the Manifesto Library, the collection is housed inside the historic Livraria Lello,...
WTTC launches global search for the 7 Contemporary Wonders of the World
The World Travel & Tourism Council (WTTC) has launched a new global campaign to identify the 7 Contemporary Wonders of the World. For the first time, people around the world are invited to nominate landmarks and buildings that have helped shape modern tourism. The initiative focuses on places built since...
Brussels’ Royal Palace reopens to the public for the first time since 2022
Since 3 July 2026, visitors can once again visit the Royal Palace in Brussels. A visit costs €10 per person and includes access to the most prestigious rooms, historic salons, and the garden. Ever since 1965, Brussels’ Royal Palace has been opening its doors to the public during the Summer...
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Discovering Germany’s Mosel Valley: A journey through vineyards, castles and river villages
The gentle hum of a tractor engine carries across the glass-like surface of the Mosel River. On the opposite bank, a vigneron manoeuvres a tired 4WD along a terrifying bluff. All along this meandering valley in western Germany, farmers are out in the June sunshine, clambering across slate embankments to...
3 family-friendly day trips near Brussels
Summer is just around the corner, meaning the time has come to start thinking about family-friendly holiday activities. Not sure how to keep those kids entertained? We came up with some family-friendly day trip inspiration near Brussels. Go on a photo quest in a park or garden Vlaams-Brabant has no...
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...
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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 🏰
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🎙️ 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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World’s former most expensive hotel finally reopens in Macao
A troubled ultra-luxury hotel in Macao is re-opening for a trial period intended to showcase its service quality and premium facilities. The former Hotel 13 has been rebranded as 13 Palace, given a gold paint makeover, and is undergoing a phased opening “to turn around past stereotypes,” said executive director...
Global hospitality leaders identify Angola as promising new frontier for hotel development
During the Global Tourism Forum Angola Investment Summit in Luanda, hospitality leaders from Hilton, TUI, and Radisson identified Angola as one of Africa’s most promising new tourist markets. In a search for growth, new destinations, and investment opportunities, global hospitality brands are increasingly turning their attention to new, emerging markets....
Almost three-quarters of tourist accommodation in Cyprus operating without proper license
The large majority of tourist accommodation in Cyprus is operating illegally, according to a new report by the island’s Audit Office, with as few as one-in-10 properly licensed establishments in some areas. Overall, 55% of accommodation providers are doing so without having gained the correct permissions, and another 22% hold...
Airbnb brings back anti-party system ahead of 4 July weekend to prevent disruptive gatherings
Airbnb is bringing back its “anti-party” system for the 4th of July holiday weekend, reactivating a set of enforcement and detection tools designed to reduce the risk of disruptive gatherings in entire home listings during one of the busiest travel periods of the summer in the United States. According to...
Banyan Tree launches first European resort with opening of Mamula Island in Montenegro
Luxury hospitality brand Banyan Tree has opened its first European resort with the debut of Mamula Island in Montenegro, transforming a restored 19th-century fortress at the entrance to the UNESCO-listed Bay of Kotor into a luxury retreat. The opening represents the first full season for the property under the Banyan...