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Up to 5-hour queues hit Brussels Airport as EES border problems persist
Non-European travellers faced waiting times of up to five hours at Brussels Airport last week, as technical problems with the European Union’s Entry/Exit System (EES) once again caused severe congestion at border controls. Brussels Airport has confirmed the lengthy queues, which mainly affected passengers arriving from outside the Schengen Area...
World’s best airport lounges for 2026 revealed
Frequent travellers with access to airport lounges already know what escaping the crowds at the gate, getting a facial or being able to freshen up between flights can mean. For them, the latest Skytrax ranking is a handy guide to where to linger on the next layover. For everyone else,...
Lonely Planet reveals its 50 best places and experiences for 2027
While September is not over yet, organised travellers can already start planning their holidays next year, as Lonely Planet has unveiled its Best in Travel 2027 selection. The famous travel guide publisher, founded in 1973, has been inspiring independent travellers for over five decades. The guide is published annually and brings...
Mount Etna ash shuts Catania Airport for third consecutive day
Flights at Catania Airport in Sicily have been suspended for a third consecutive day as volcanic ash from Mount Etna continues to disrupt air traffic, adding to a summer marked by repeated closures at one of Italy’s busiest airports. All arrivals and departures at Catania-Fontanarossa Airport have been suspended until...
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Up to 5-hour queues hit Brussels Airport as EES border problems persist
Non-European travellers faced waiting times of up to five hours at Brussels Airport last week, as technical problems with the European Union’s Entry/Exit System (EES) once again caused severe congestion at border controls. Brussels Airport has confirmed the lengthy queues, which mainly affected passengers arriving from outside the Schengen Area...
World’s best airport lounges for 2026 revealed
Frequent travellers with access to airport lounges already know what escaping the crowds at the gate, getting a facial or being able to freshen up between flights can mean. For them, the latest Skytrax ranking is a handy guide to where to linger on the next layover. For everyone else,...
Mount Etna ash shuts Catania Airport for third consecutive day
Flights at Catania Airport in Sicily have been suspended for a third consecutive day as volcanic ash from Mount Etna continues to disrupt air traffic, adding to a summer marked by repeated closures at one of Italy’s busiest airports. All arrivals and departures at Catania-Fontanarossa Airport have been suspended until...
Ryanair flight declared mayday after coming within 10 minutes of running out of fuel
A Ryanair flight carrying 171 passengers was forced to declare a fuel emergency after three aborted landing attempts during Storm Amy, eventually touching down at Manchester Airport with just 363 kg of fuel remaining. The incident occurred on 3 October 2025 aboard flight FR3418, a Boeing 737-800 travelling from Pisa...
US airlines speak out against US diesel export ban
Airlines for America is the latest stakeholder to oppose the US diesel export ban plan by the Trump administration. The airline group thus joins a long list of American business groups in pointing out the potential damages of such an initiative. In the lead-up to the midterms, the Trump Administration...
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Air pollution could be associated with increased suicide risk, researchers say
Low air quality is linked to an increased risk of death by suicide, attempted suicide, and suicide ideation, say scientists who looked at how exposure to airborne environmental pollutants, and noise pollution, influences mental health outcomes. A research team from Queen’s University Belfast considered air, noise, light, and water pollution...
Which European cities have the most expensive public transport and why it matters?
A new report by Greenpeace has found that public transport costs are at a new high across 14 of Europe’s capital cities since 2023, with price rises up to 67% in some places. The scope of the research included 27 European Union nations, as well as the UK, Switzerland, and...
Kauaʻi urges tourists to return and support small businesses after Hurricane Lowell
After being hit by Hurricane Lowell at the start of September 2026, Kauaʻi initially asked tourists to stay away in order not to hinder its recovery. Now that a couple of weeks have passed since the disaster, the Hawaiian island and its small businesses in particular are urging visitors to...
US airlines cut flights as jet fuel prices surge
Major US airlines are cutting planned flights as jet fuel prices climb again, with American Airlines, United Airlines and Southwest Airlines adjusting capacity in response to rising operating costs. The global average jet fuel price rose by 6.1% in a week to $181.46 (€153) per barrel, according to the International...
European Mobility Week marks 25 years with focus on sustainable transport
European Mobility Week began on 16 September 2026, kicking off a week of events aimed at raising awareness of sustainable urban mobility with a launch in Strasbourg. The week encourages behavioural change in favour of active mobility, public transport, and other clean, intelligent transport solutions, and culminates in Car Free...
Kauaʻi asks visitors to pause as Hurricane Lowell recovery puts tourism under strain
Power cuts, damaged roads, and pressure on essential supplies have prompted calls to postpone Kauaʻi trips, while tourism leaders encourage holidaymakers to redirect—not abandon—their Hawaiʻi plans. Kauaʻi’s visitor economy is facing a delicate trade-off once more, after Hurricane Lowell: the island needs space and resources for recovery, yet many livelihoods...
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Wallonia village honoured with UNESCO plaque for First World War memorial
A little-known village in Wallonia, Belgium, is the first site in the country to receive a UNESCO World Heritage plaque for its First World War (WWI) memorial heritage. The plaque was unveiled at the Ploegsteert Memorial during a ceremony attended by diplomatic representatives from the United Kingdom, Canada, Australia, New...
Valencia plans new high-speed rail station topped by major urban park
Valencia will be getting a new high-speed rail station. The winning design is a collaboration between RSHP, ERRE, and Sener that combines underground tracks with a series of large public green spaces above. Travellers planning on travelling to Valencia in Spain in the future will be able to benefit from...
Truck driver recreates New York with extraordinary 800,000-building model
Truck driver Joe Macken spent more than two decades making a model of New York City in his spare time. It contains more than 800,000 structures, from Manhattan skyscrapers to houses in Queens. His work is now on display at the Museum of the City of New York, in the...
Oasis 2027 tour sends travel searches soaring ahead of ticket sales
Oasis fans are already driving a surge in travel searches for cities hosting the band’s 2027 tour, even before tickets go on sale later this week. New data from online travel agency eDreams shows sharp increases in searches for flights to several European destinations on the Oasis Live ’27 itinerary,...
Destination.
10 reasons to discover Herefordshire, England’s ‘hidden gem’
The phrase "hidden gem" can be overused, but in the case of Herefordshire in the UK, it's entirely apt. The cathedral city of Hereford was once an important military centre. That was a few centuries ago but, today, Herefordshire is a real leader in other ways, from innovation and championing...
National Geographic Expeditions and G Adventures unveil 30 new itineraries
National Geographic Expeditions and G Adventures have unveiled thirty new or updated itineraries, with departures scheduled throughout 2027 and 2028. The two tour operators frame the collaboration around a shared mission of “exploring the world and leaving it better than they found it”. That mindset is at the heart of...
Kenya’s Samburu leads Intrepid’s 10 ‘Not Hot’ destinations for 2027
Intrepid Travel has revealed ten lesser-visited destinations that it believes are ready to welcome more tourists in 2027. Its annual Not Hot List includes places in Africa, Europe, Asia and the Americas, with Kenya’s Samburu National Reserve occupying first place. The name does not suggest that the locations are unattractive...
How Astana and Almaty are reshaping travel and business in Central Asia
Central Asia’s urban map is changing fast. Trade diversification, youthful populations and rapid digital adoption are turning its principal cities into substantial markets and increasingly important destinations for business, tourism and international events. Tashkent, Bishkek and Dushanbe are modernising, while Shymkent and Samarkand are expanding their economic and cultural roles....
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What’s next for tourism in Flanders? ⚖️ More visitors, but not at any cost.
🎧 Tune in to the latest episode of the Travel Tomorrow podcast
🎙️ Special guest: Leen Gysen, CEO of @visitflanders
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Flanders attracted 15.4 million visitors in 2025. What’s the secret behind its success? 🗺️✨
🎧 Tune in to the latest episode of the Travel Tomorrow podcast
🎙️ Special guest: Leen Gysen, CEO of Visit Flanders
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Mission: get the Executive Director of ETC to recommend just one destination 😄
🎧 Tune in to the latest episode of the Travel Tomorrow podcast
🎙️ Special guest: Eduardo Santander, Executive Director of ETC
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Tourism is an accumulation of layers of complexity 💡
🎧 Tune in to the latest episode of the Travel Tomorrow podcast
🎙️ Special guest: Eduardo Santander, Executive Director of ETC
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New rules are reshaping Europe’s short-term rental market 🏡🇪🇺
🎧 Tune in to the latest episode of the Travel Tomorrow podcast
🎙️ Special guest: Marie Audren, Director General of HOTREC.
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4 summer hotspots in Tervuren ☀️🍃
📍 Tervuren, Belgium
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Different travellers. Different expectations. How can hospitality keep up?
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What should Europe preserve to remain the world’s leading tourism destination? 🇪🇺
🎧 Tune in to the latest episode of the Travel Tomorrow podcast
🎙️ Special guest: Marie Audren, Director General of Hotrec
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Where to stay.
World’s largest salt flat in Bolivia to welcome Airstream boutique camp
Starting from July 2027, visitors will be able to discover Bolivia’s Salar de Uyuni while staying at Samkani Camp. The boutique glamping experience by A&K Sanctuary features six architect-designed Airstream campers. Salar de Uyuni in Bolivia is a particular sight for nature lovers and adventurers alike. The world’s largest salt...
Paris hotel unveils Céline Dion suite and singalong walking tour
Le Méridien Paris Arc de Triomphe has created a Céline Dion themed suite for fans visiting the French capital. Called “Paris, I’m Ready”, it is part of a hotel programme built around the singer’s Paris shows in 2026 and 2027. Stays in the suite start at €659 a night, according...
Europe gains 194 Michelin Key distinctions and promotions in 2026
The global Michelin Keys for 2026 have been unveiled, distinguishing a total of 2,832 hotels across the world. The new selection includes 194 Michelin Key distinctions and promotions within Europe, the continent with the highest count of Key hotels in the world. Although the Michelin Guide is most well-known for...
New five-star hotel opens in the Dolomites ahead of ski season
Skiers will have a new five-star hotel to choose from in the Dolomites this coming winter season, with the opening of The First Cortina, planned for 4 December 2026. The 76-room hotel is part of the Pavilions Hotels & Resorts group and is located on Corso Italia, the main shopping...
Disney World to test AI hotel search for prices and resort comparisons
Walt Disney World is preparing to test a redesigned hotel-selection experience on its official website. The new system was developed in partnership with Google Cloud and includes several tools powered by artificial intelligence. It is intended to help travellers compare prices, check availability and find accommodation matching their needs. The...