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Uzbekistan and India sign tourism cooperation programme as 30-day visa-free travel announced
Uzbekistan and India have signed a Tourism Cooperation Programme for 2026–2028 and announced a 30-day visa-free regime, in a move expected to significantly increase travel between the two countries. The programme was signed following high-level talks in Tashkent between Uzbek President Shavkat Mirziyoyev and Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi, as...
Airline faces criticism following flyover during rugby match in South Africa
On Saturday 29 August 2026, South African airline Airlink carried out an awe-inspiring flyover during a Rugby’s Greatest Rivalry match in Cape Town. Footage of the two aircraft flying above the stadium quickly spread online, prompting the airline to address public concerns in a statement. Rugby’s Greatest Rivalry, a four-match series between South Africa’s Springboks...
Channel Tunnel could soon see trains between London and Europe every 15 minutes
Rail passengers between the United Kingdom and continental Europe could soon benefit from four or more trains an hour through the Channel Tunnel, as new operators enter the market to challenge Eurostar. Eurostar has held a de facto monopoly on Channel Tunnel routes since its launch in 1994, but has been criticised for...
Google renames Lake Ontario as ‘Lake America’ for US users as Canada hits back
Google has begun displaying Lake Ontario as “Lake America” to users in the United States after President Donald Trump ordered the shared US-Canadian lake to be renamed, prompting a defiant response from Canadian authorities. The change follows an executive order signed by Trump directing the US Department of the Interior,...
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Campaign to rename Nashville Airport for Dolly Parton gains mass support
A campaign to rename Nashville International Airport after the late Dolly Parton has gained widespread support following the world-renowned performer's death on 25 August 2026. A petition calling for the tribute on Change.org has, at the time of writing, reached over 170,000 signatures. The movement already existed prior to Parton's passing, having been created...
Airline faces criticism following flyover during rugby match in South Africa
On Saturday 29 August 2026, South African airline Airlink carried out an awe-inspiring flyover during a Rugby’s Greatest Rivalry match in Cape Town. Footage of the two aircraft flying above the stadium quickly spread online, prompting the airline to address public concerns in a statement. Rugby’s Greatest Rivalry, a four-match series between South Africa’s Springboks...
Los Angeles plans first-ever vertiport for air taxis ahead of 2028 Olympics
Los Angeles has its eyes on the skies as a potential solution to road traffic congestion ahead of the 2028 Olympic Games, following an announcement by Californian aviation manufacturer Archer, in partnership with AEG Entertainment. The pair are seeking to develop LA’s first-ever “vertiport” – a transport hub that allows...
Channel Tunnel could soon see trains between London and Europe every 15 minutes
Rail passengers between the United Kingdom and continental Europe could soon benefit from four or more trains an hour through the Channel Tunnel, as new operators enter the market to challenge Eurostar. Eurostar has held a de facto monopoly on Channel Tunnel routes since its launch in 1994, but has been criticised for...
Dubai airport traffic plunges 31% in first half as Iran War disrupts travel
The impact of this year’s Middle East security crisis on aviation in the region is becoming clearer, with the release of second-quarter 2026 figures for Dubai International Airport. The data show passenger traffic fell sharply due to disruption caused by the US-Israel war on Iran, as missiles and drone strikes...
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Belgium makes helmets mandatory for electric scooters exceeding 20 km/h
From today, helmets are compulsory in Belgium for riders of electric scooters with a top speed above 20 km per hour, following a decree issued by the Federal Service of Mobility and Transport on 28 August 2026. The helmet must protect the rider's temples and the back of the head...
Hundreds of tourists missing or dead in Nepal-Tibet flash floods
Over 162 people have died in severe flash flooding and mudslides in Nepal, including tourists of varying nationalities, hundreds of whom are still unaccounted for at the time of writing. The eventual death toll could be over a thousand, some sources have estimated. The tragedy took place along the Bhote...
Climate change pushes European seas to unprecedented temperatures, study finds
Climate change is driving unprecedented European ocean temperatures, with severe impacts on marine life, new research has found, as the phenomenon pushes marine species into cooler waters, disrupts food webs, and increases the risk of water-borne disease. The findings from World Weather Attribution, involving researchers from Ireland, Sweden, Switzerland, the United Kingdom, and the United States, show that...
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...
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Iconic Brussels Palais de Justice façade unveiled after more than 40 years
Justice has finally been done to one of Brussels’ most iconic buildings, as the scaffolding that had obscured the Palais de Justice’s monumental façade for the better part of the last 40 years has finally been removed, revealing Joseph Poelaert’s intricate and eclectic architecture in all its restored glory, unobstructed by...
Google renames Lake Ontario as ‘Lake America’ for US users as Canada hits back
Google has begun displaying Lake Ontario as “Lake America” to users in the United States after President Donald Trump ordered the shared US-Canadian lake to be renamed, prompting a defiant response from Canadian authorities. The change follows an executive order signed by Trump directing the US Department of the Interior,...
How Dolly Parton became Tennessee’s greatest tourism asset
Dolly Parton may have left this worldly arena but her legacy goes on, in song, charity work, and the impact she had on perceptions and the economy of her home state of Tennessee. As early as 1972, which was already 16 years into her career, Parton released My Tennessee Mountain...
Welsh fortress undergoes €21 million transformation
Haverfordwest Castle in Pembrokeshire will be closed until 2028 while the fortress undergoes a €20.7 million (£17.7 million) restoration. Once finished, the castle is expected to become a regenerative tourist attraction. Located in Pembrokeshire, southwest Wales, Haverfordwest Castle is thought to have been first erected around 1188. Although it was partially destroyed...
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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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Shanghai to welcome first city-based Ritz-Carlton Reserve in 2030
Hospitality group Marriott has announced to be bringing its Ritz-Carlton Reserve concept to Shanghai, in what will be the brand’s first urban location. The destination-led hotel, generally known for its personalised service and cultural immersion, is scheduled to open in 2030 along Shanghai's North Bund. Although the Ritz-Carlton Reserve brand...
New Pasona Natureverse Retreat brings wellness to Japan’s Awaji Island
The Pasona Natureverse Retreat was designed by Pritzker Prize-winning architect Shigeru Ban. The wellness hotel has been specifically developed for long-term stays, centring on the Mibyo philosophy. Contrary to most other wellness hotels, Pasona Natureverse Retreat isn’t primarily aimed at people wanting to wind down for the time of a...
Naro becomes latest Sicilian town to offer homes for €1
A small town in southern Sicily has become the latest rural Italian location to start selling off its real estate for just one euro, offering would-be buyers a slice of Mediterranean history and life at a bargain price – if they can rise to the challenge. It's a dream many have...
Hotels race to offer AI-powered search tools amid surge in online travel inspiration
Travel consumers are increasingly powering their searches with AI tools, particularly Gen Z, of whom 48% have used TikTok for travel inspiration. Against that backdrop, hospitality firms are racing to embed AI into their trip planning offers. Both Wyndham Hotels & Resorts and Choice Hotels International launched new AI-powered tools...
New boutique hotel offers a secluded escape on Crete’s western coast
A spectacular new boutique hotel has opened on the western coast of Crete, nestled into the cliffs of Chania a short drive away from the famous pink sands of Elafonissi Beach. The aptly named Revery – from the French rêverie, or daydream – offers just 24 rooms divided into two categories: The Revery Wild...