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On Malta’s waters, a fight to protect dolphins and a model for responsible tourism
Off the coast of Malta, a resident community of dolphins has become an unlikely test case for how tourism, science and conservation can work together, or against each other. Patrizia Patti, marine biologist, Maltese by adoption and founder of EcoMarine Malta, has spent nearly a decade studying these animals and,...
Legendary Akhal-Teke horses are coming to Europe
In September 2026, the international equestrian community will turn its attention to the Netherlands, as the prestigious Peelbergen Equestrian Centre in Kronenberg hosts one of the world's most important gatherings dedicated to the legendary Akhal-Teke horse. From 4 to 6 September 2026, breeders, riders, researchers, artists and horse enthusiasts from...
Portugal’s 400-year-old Bussaco becomes southern Europe’s first certified healing forest
If in need of a little forest bathing to pamper the soul before the end of the summer, without straying too far from the beach, Portugal might be the perfect destination, as Bussaco National Forest has just been awarded the official Healing Forest Certificate. Located in central Portugal, in the...
Poland unveils Europe’s tallest Virgin Mary statue
Europe’s largest statue of the Virgin Mary was unveiled in the tiny village of Konotopie in central Poland, on 15 August, to coincide with the Catholic celebration of the Assumption of Mary into heaven. While local authorities hope the monument will bring tourists, religious leaders hope it will help counter...
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Google wins $10 million auction for Spirit Airlines data to train AI
Google has agreed to pay $10 million (€8.6 million) for a vast collection of internal data and software belonging to defunct US low-cost carrier Spirit Airlines, with the technology giant planning to use the material for product development and artificial intelligence training. The deal emerged from an auction held as...
Revolut to open first branded airport lounge in Copenhagen in 2027
Global financial technology company Revolut is set to open its first branded lounge at Copenhagen Airport in 2027. In collaboration with the Plaza Premium Group, other European launches are expected to follow. Since its launch in 2015, Revolut has been concentrating on mobile banking. Bundling foreign exchange, payments, accounts, and...
Two American Airlines planes risk mid-air collision after flight number mix-up
On Friday 14 August 2026, an air traffic controller noticed how two American Airlines planes were flying under the same flight number in the airspace around Phoenix. Thanks to quick thinking, the controller was able to prevent a collision between the two planes. Two American Airlines 2482 flights were present...
New 72-hour train could connect New York and Los Angeles by 2028
A coast-to-coast rail connection across the United States could become a reality by 2028, according to new plans for the transcontinental service revealed by train operator AmeriStarRail. The proposed route between New York and Los Angeles would offer a 72-hour journey time between the east and west coast cities, as...
Etihad to increase Brussels–Abu Dhabi service to 11 weekly flights
Etihad Airways is increasing its service between Brussels and Abu Dhabi from seven to 11 weekly flights from 15 December 2026, adding four frequencies in response to growing demand between Belgium and the United Arab Emirates. The Abu Dhabi-based carrier will add flights on Tuesdays, Thursdays, Saturdays and Sundays alongside...
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Solar eclipse tourism boom puts Spain on high wildfire alert
Spanish authorities have launched a major safety operation as hundreds of thousands of tourists gather to witness Wednesday’s total solar eclipse, warning that the surge in visitors to rural areas could increase the risk of wildfires amid extreme heat and exceptionally dry conditions. The eclipse on 12 August will cross...
Italy’s major attractions introduce late-night opening in bid to beat extreme heat
As Europe swelters under prolonged heatwaves, Italy is introducing late-night opening hours for some of its major attractions in a bid to allow visitors to access cultural experiences while avoiding high daytime temperatures. The Colosseum in Rome, Italy’s most popular cultural site with nearly 15 million visitors annually, will stay...
Wildfire risk raises pressure to ban disposable barbecues in England and Wales
Calls are growing for a temporary ban on disposable barbecues in the England and Wales, as parts of the United Kingdom continue to suffer from long-term droughts and elevated wildfire risk. Farmers, landowners, firefighters, and cross-party lawmakers are supporting moves towards a ban on sales of disposable barbecue equipment as...
Greek wildfires continue to threaten Athens, islands and mainland coastal regions
Europe continues to battle wildfires amid record-breaking heatwaves and droughts, with Athens the latest frontier in the fight, evacuating over 1,000 people, including more than 250 rescued by boats from beaches. Two helicopter pilots were killed in a fire operation collision, as at least 12,000 hectares of forest and agricultural...
Caribbean beaches face growing sargassum challenge as scientists warn blooms may persist
Massive sargassum seaweed blooms affecting Caribbean beaches and parts of the Atlantic may have entered a self-sustaining cycle, according to new research. Scientists studying the Great Atlantic Sargassum Belt believe the floating seaweed is now able to help create the conditions needed for future blooms, making it a long-term challenge...
Carbon pollution makes droughts and wildfires 20 times more likely in Spain and doubles risk in France
Global warming driven by carbon emissions has made droughts and wildfire weather at least 20 times more likely in Spain, and doubled the risk in France, according to a new analysis by the World Weather Attribution (WWA) consortium. Previous WWA studies show that the intense heatwaves experienced across the region...
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Poland unveils Europe’s tallest Virgin Mary statue
Europe’s largest statue of the Virgin Mary was unveiled in the tiny village of Konotopie in central Poland, on 15 August, to coincide with the Catholic celebration of the Assumption of Mary into heaven. While local authorities hope the monument will bring tourists, religious leaders hope it will help counter...
New interactive map reveals more than 7,000 castles and palaces worldwide
Castlemap is a new and free interactive tool mapping a selection of the most noteworthy castles and palaces across the world. Users can easily hoover across the map to find the best spots near their home or holiday location. Castles are something most people have dreamt about at least once...
Elon Musk to build world’s largest building in rural Texas
Elon Musk has unveiled plans for an advanced semiconductor fabrication facility that will be the largest building in the world, if it goes ahead. A press release claims the project “will bridge the divide between current global chip supply and the compute demand of the future.” Hailed as “the most...
Shenzhen opens major new design museum and coastal public park
A new architectural trend is emerging, driven by a desire to bring buildings back to nature, with mixed results depending on execution. The latest example is MAD Architects’ Shenzhen Bay Culture Square, a design museum and public park where gigantic white pebbles appear to have been thrown onto the shore....
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Europe’s top 10 ski resorts in 2026, from Zermatt to Les Arcs
Trip.com has ranked its top 50 ski resorts in Europe for 2026, with destinations in Switzerland, France and Austria dominating the list. The ranking combines customer reviews, sales data, consistent quality, and unique features. France has the strongest presence in the top 10, with six resorts making the list. Switzerland...
Europe’s best island road trips: from volcanic peaks to hidden coastal escapes
European islands are often associated with beaches and summer holidays, but many of them are also perfect destinations to explore by car. Winding mountain roads, coastal routes and small villages reveal scenery that is difficult to experience from one single location. To identify the best options for road travellers, car...
Lion of Waterloo celebrates 200th anniversary with photo exhibition and grand show
Ever since its completion in 1826, the Lion’s Mound has stood as a symbol for the end of the Napoleonic Wars. Now that the freshly renovated monument is celebrating its bicentenary, multiple events are allowing visitors to discover the Lion in a new light. Since its inauguration in 1826, the...
New 3,500 km Wolf Trail takes hikers across six European countries
A new long-distance hiking route is offering travellers the chance to cross Europe on foot, connecting Poland's Baltic coast with the Adriatic Sea in Italy through a nearly 3,500-kilometre journey across six countries. The Wolf Trail runs through Poland, Germany, Switzerland, Austria, Italy and Slovenia, combining existing European long-distance paths...
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Tourism is an accumulation of layers of complexity 💡
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New rules are reshaping Europe’s short-term rental market 🏡🇪🇺
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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? 🇪🇺
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Did you know? Around 97% of the world’s cruise ships are built in Europe 🚢
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MSC Cruises is setting sail toward the next generation 🚢✨
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One destination everyone should cruise to at least once in their life? 🚢
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James Bond fans can now own a piece of Casino Royale history
Part of the luxurious Lake Como villa made famous by Casino Royale has just hit the market through Italy Sotheby’s International Realty, offering 007 fans and others a rare chance to own a piece of history tied to fiction’s most famous spy. For the “modest” sum of between €1.2 million and...
UAE’s first casino resort to open in Ras Al Khaimah in September 2027
Wynn Al Marjan Island in Ras Al Khaimah is set to open in September 2027, becoming the UAE's first licensed gaming resort. Developed by Wynn Resorts, the $5.1 billion (€4.4 billion) project is expected to mark a new chapter for the UAE’s tourism sector. The resort will combine luxury hospitality,...
Robert De Niro’s Nobu to launch luxury hotel and residences in Portugal’s Algarve
Robert De Niro’s high-end hospitality brand Nobu has announced plans for a new destination at Monte Rei, an award-winning resort in Portugal's Eastern Algarve, expanding the hotel group’s European presence. The Nobu development will “form the centrepiece of a broader investment programme led by Norfin,” a press release said, “spanning hospitality, residential...
New heart-shaped hotel approved for Las Vegas Strip sparks debate over ‘tacky’ design
A new heart-shaped hotel and casino could soon become one of the most eye-catching additions to the Las Vegas Strip after Clark County officials approved plans to redevelop the long-abandoned SkyVue site near Mandalay Bay. The proposed resort, developed by Eli Applebaum through Kulik River Capital, will transform a plot...
Hello Kitty gets a hotel in Tokyo where guests can check in but not stay
Though cats have long been regarded in Japan as symbols of good fortune and protection, Hello Kitty’s creator probably never imagined her cartoon cat character would become such a global sensation that she’d end up as the theme of a hotel where you can check in… but not stay. Conceived...