EU bans Air Express Algeria as Kyrgyz airlines return to European skies
Aviation Transport 🇪🇺 EU

EU bans Air Express Algeria as Kyrgyz airlines return to European skies

The European Commission has updated its EU Air Safety List, adding Algeria's Air Express Algeria to the list of airlines banned from operating in the European Union while removing all carriers certified in Kyrgyzstan after two decades of restrictions. The decision marks the 48th update of the bloc's aviation safety blacklist and...

WTTC unveils eight global priorities to tackle tourism’s next big challenges
Tourism Travel 🌍 World

WTTC unveils eight global priorities to tackle tourism’s next big challenges

After years of focusing on recovery from the effects of the COVID-19 pandemic, the global tourism industry is entering a new phase: managing its own growth. Although international travel is still bouncing back, the sector contributed a record $11.6 trillion to the global GDP in 2025, accounting for almost 9.8% of...
Wizz Air bets on Starlink Wi-Fi as low-cost rivals remain cautious
Aviation Transport 🌍 World

Wizz Air bets on Starlink Wi-Fi as low-cost rivals remain cautious

Wizz Air has announced it will equip its entire fleet with Starlink from 2027, adopting a technology already embraced by several major carriers but largely avoided by low-cost airlines due to the costs involved. The Hungarian carrier has described this development as “the evolution of affordable, always-connected air travel”. For...
Middle East conflict sends US airline fuel costs soaring to $6.5 billion
Aviation Transport 🇺🇸 USA

Middle East conflict sends US airline fuel costs soaring to $6.5 billion

As the conflict in the Middle East persists, the direct impact on jet fuel prices is being felt more than ever in the United States, where airline fuel costs soared to $6.5 billion in April, a 78% increase compared to 2025, according to the US Department of Transportation (USDOT). Jet fuel...
Europe approves cross-border testing for self-driving taxis in 2026
Lifestyle Tech 🇪🇺 EU

Europe approves cross-border testing for self-driving taxis in 2026

On Monday, 8 June 2026, 17 European transport ministers paved the way for large-scale cross-border testing of autonomous vehicles by signing a joint declaration. Common approval principles and coordinated permitting procedures should replace a variety of national rules, making it possible for the industry to catch up with the American...

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Travel.

Tourism Travel 🌍 World

New EU entry-exit could mean up to six-hour queues for UK travellers this summer

As the summer season approaches, industry experts are warning British travellers to prepare themselves for long queues at airports across the EU. Waiting times could go on for up to six hours, depending on the affluence. Since 10 April 2026, the new Entry/Exit System (EES) has officially been adopted by...
EES border delays could put 41 million European visitor arrivals at risk and cost $45 billion, WTTC warns
Tourism Travel 🇪🇺 EU

EES border delays could put 41 million European visitor arrivals at risk and cost $45 billion, WTTC warns

According to a new analysis commissioned by the World Travel & Tourism Council (WTTC), hefty EES border delays could cause a blow to the European travel industry. The WTTC warns that 41 million visitor arrivals and $45.4 billion in visitor spending would be at risk. The new European Entry/Exit System...
WTTC unveils eight global priorities to tackle tourism’s next big challenges
Tourism Travel 🌍 World

WTTC unveils eight global priorities to tackle tourism’s next big challenges

After years of focusing on recovery from the effects of the COVID-19 pandemic, the global tourism industry is entering a new phase: managing its own growth. Although international travel is still bouncing back, the sector contributed a record $11.6 trillion to the global GDP in 2025, accounting for almost 9.8% of...

Transport.

Full map of Europe’s night trains reveals the 2026 sleeper rail network
Train Transport 🇪🇺 EU

Full map of Europe’s night trains reveals the 2026 sleeper rail network

Night trains are gaining more attention across Europe as more travellers look for ways to move between countries without flying. A recent survey of 11,000 people commissioned by rail manufacturer Hitachi Rail shows that almost half of respondents want to travel more by train and less by plane in the...
EU bans Air Express Algeria as Kyrgyz airlines return to European skies
Aviation Transport 🇪🇺 EU

EU bans Air Express Algeria as Kyrgyz airlines return to European skies

The European Commission has updated its EU Air Safety List, adding Algeria's Air Express Algeria to the list of airlines banned from operating in the European Union while removing all carriers certified in Kyrgyzstan after two decades of restrictions. The decision marks the 48th update of the bloc's aviation safety blacklist and...
Wizz Air bets on Starlink Wi-Fi as low-cost rivals remain cautious
Aviation Transport 🌍 World

Wizz Air bets on Starlink Wi-Fi as low-cost rivals remain cautious

Wizz Air has announced it will equip its entire fleet with Starlink from 2027, adopting a technology already embraced by several major carriers but largely avoided by low-cost airlines due to the costs involved. The Hungarian carrier has described this development as “the evolution of affordable, always-connected air travel”. For...
Middle East conflict sends US airline fuel costs soaring to $6.5 billion
Aviation Transport 🇺🇸 USA

Middle East conflict sends US airline fuel costs soaring to $6.5 billion

As the conflict in the Middle East persists, the direct impact on jet fuel prices is being felt more than ever in the United States, where airline fuel costs soared to $6.5 billion in April, a 78% increase compared to 2025, according to the US Department of Transportation (USDOT). Jet fuel...
UK domestic flight makes emergency landing after cracked windscreen forces diversion
Aviation Transport 🇬🇧 UK

UK domestic flight makes emergency landing after cracked windscreen forces diversion

On Sunday, 7 June 2026, a UK domestic flight heading from Guernsey to Manchester was forced to make an emergency landing. A cracked windscreen was reportedly the cause of the diversion. Aurigny flight GR678 took off from Guernsey at 5:17 pm on Sunday, 7 June 2026. Expected to land at...

Transport.

Full map of Europe’s night trains reveals the 2026 sleeper rail network
Train Transport 🇪🇺 EU

Full map of Europe’s night trains reveals the 2026 sleeper rail network

Night trains are gaining more attention across Europe as more travellers look for ways to move between countries without flying. A recent survey of 11,000 people commissioned by rail manufacturer Hitachi Rail shows that almost half of respondents want to travel more by train and less by plane in the...
EU bans Air Express Algeria as Kyrgyz airlines return to European skies
Aviation Transport 🇪🇺 EU

EU bans Air Express Algeria as Kyrgyz airlines return to European skies

The European Commission has updated its EU Air Safety List, adding Algeria's Air Express Algeria to the list of airlines banned from operating in the European Union while removing all carriers certified in Kyrgyzstan after two decades of restrictions. The decision marks the 48th update of the bloc's aviation safety blacklist and...
Wizz Air bets on Starlink Wi-Fi as low-cost rivals remain cautious
Aviation Transport 🌍 World

Wizz Air bets on Starlink Wi-Fi as low-cost rivals remain cautious

Wizz Air has announced it will equip its entire fleet with Starlink from 2027, adopting a technology already embraced by several major carriers but largely avoided by low-cost airlines due to the costs involved. The Hungarian carrier has described this development as “the evolution of affordable, always-connected air travel”. For...

Green.

Experts call for action over ambition ahead of COP31
Climate Green 🌍 World

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...
Brussels Airport turns greener with new call for sustainable community projects
Green Sustainability 🇧🇪 Belgium

Brussels Airport turns greener with new call for sustainable community projects

Brussels Airport is continuing its efforts to become more environmentally friendly and has launched a new call for projects to support local initiatives that benefit both people and nature. Now in its fourth year, the Brussels Airport Fund is inviting applicants to submit their ideas by 16 September 2026 for...
Greek mountain resorts grapple with loss of snow and water shortages
Climate Green 🇬🇷 Greece

Greek mountain resorts grapple with loss of snow and water shortages

The Greek village of Arachova, and nine other mountainous regions in Greece, are suffering the loss of the snow that used to provide water and ski tourism revenue, according to local authorities and researchers. Giannis Stathas, mayor of Arachova, has recalled childhood days where schools would close and roads would be...
“Cool roofs” could save hundreds of lives during heatwaves, scientists say 
Climate Green 🌍 World

“Cool roofs” could save hundreds of lives during heatwaves, scientists say 

Cool roofs could save hundreds of lives during hot weather, scientists have found, providing more evidence that painting roofs a paler colour helps to reduce the urban heat island effect that sees built-up areas get hotter than greener spaces. The effects of global warming mean that spells of extreme heat present a growing risk to...
Brussels launches massive spring clean of city centre ahead of summer
Green Sustainability 🇧🇪 Belgium

Brussels launches massive spring clean of city centre ahead of summer

Get ready to be dazzled: Brussels is doing its spring clean, with no bench, litter bin or road sign being left untouched. In preparation for the summer season, the City of Brussels has initiated an extensive clean-up campaign to refresh the capital. Over the next 10 days, public workers and...
Caspian Sea shrinking threatens wildlife and habitats, experts warn
Climate Green 🌍 World

Caspian Sea shrinking threatens wildlife and habitats, experts warn

The Caspian Sea is retreating — a phenomenon that scientists say is a climate change red flag, affecting biodiversity with threats to beloved birds such as flamingos and pelicans and endangered species such as seals. Bordered by Russia, Kazakhstan, Turkmenistan, Iran, and Azerbaijan, the “sea” is in fact an inland...

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Little footsteps, big adventures in Tervuren 🌿
📍 Tervuren, Belgium
📸 Lander Loeckx 

Culture.

Young Europeans invited to win a trip to China through new creative contest
Art Culture 🇨🇳 China

Young Europeans invited to win a trip to China through new creative contest

The Mission of China to the European Union has launched a new creative competition aimed at strengthening cultural exchanges and mutual understanding between young people in Europe and China. Titled "Chinese and European Youth: Moving Forward Together", the contest invites participants aged 15 to 35 from across the European Union to submit original...
Nine 2026 films and TV releases that will inspire your next summer trip
Cinema Culture 🌍 World

Nine 2026 films and TV releases that will inspire your next summer trip

The set-jetting trend continues to shape tourism and how travellers discover new destinations. These 2026 releases are set to turn real-world filming locations into travel inspiration, ranging from iconic cities to coastal getaways. Here are 9 films and TV shows that will definitely make your next summer trip special. The...
Brussels Royal Palace reopens following two-year renovation
Architecture Culture 🇧🇪 Belgium

Brussels Royal Palace reopens following two-year renovation

This summer, the Royal Palace in Brussels will once again be opening its doors to the public. Visitors will be able to view the building and its gardens under a new light after two years of renovation works. Belgium’s Royal Palace has been one of the best-known landmarks in Brussels...
Brussels Flower Carpet to honour Japan with Hokusai-inspired wave
Art Culture 🇧🇪 Belgium

Brussels Flower Carpet to honour Japan with Hokusai-inspired wave

Brussels has unveiled the design for this year’s famous Flower Carpet, which will once again transform the Grand-Place into a vast floral artwork from 13 to 16 August. This year’s edition celebrates 160 years of diplomatic relations between Belgium and Japan, with a new rendition of Katsushika Hokusai’s iconic The...

Destination.

7 things to do in Tervuren with kids
Destination Get away 🇧🇪 Belgium

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
Destination Discovery 🇪🇺 EU

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,...
What to do in Olomouc: A one-day travel guide to Moravia’s hidden gem
Destination Discovery 🇨🇿 Czech Republic

What to do in Olomouc: A one-day travel guide to Moravia’s hidden gem

“Swedish destruction and Italian reconstruction” — that’s how the guide started our city tour around Olomouc, a former royal capital of Moravia and a jewel of Czech history.  Olomouc was designated as the official capital of Moravia by King John of Luxembourg in 1314, and back then it was the...
From bunkers to cafés: discovering the many faces of Tirana
Destination Discovery 🇦🇱Albania

From bunkers to cafés: discovering the many faces of Tirana

It’s lined up to join the EU in less than three years, but what does Albania’s capital city have to offer tourists? A brief history Tirana grew from a small trading settlement into Albania’s capital by 1920 due to its central location. The city transformed from an Ottoman town into...

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The Colors of Azerbaijan 🇦🇿 🇧🇪 Exhibition by Etibar Jafarov 
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Lifestyle.

Europe approves cross-border testing for self-driving taxis in 2026
Lifestyle Tech 🇪🇺 EU

Europe approves cross-border testing for self-driving taxis in 2026

On Monday, 8 June 2026, 17 European transport ministers paved the way for large-scale cross-border testing of autonomous vehicles by signing a joint declaration. Common approval principles and coordinated permitting procedures should replace a variety of national rules, making it possible for the industry to catch up with the American...
After making history, Belgian sailors eye the world’s toughest race in 2028
Lifestyle Yacht 🇧🇪 Belgium

After making history, Belgian sailors eye the world’s toughest race in 2028

Two record-breaking Belgian sailors have revealed their next nautical target. Quentin Debois, the first Belgian to set a record for a solo Atlantic crossing, aims to qualify for the 2028 Vendée Globe as skipper. His fellow sailor, Denis Van Weynbergh, the first Belgian to complete the prestigious round-the-world race, will...
LEGO unveils record-breaking Sagrada Família set to mark Gaudí centenary
Entertainment Lifestyle 🌍 World

LEGO unveils record-breaking Sagrada Família set to mark Gaudí centenary

LEGO has unveiled a detailed model of Barcelona’s Sagrada Família to mark the centenary of the death of architect Antoni Gaudí, releasing what the company says is the largest LEGO set ever produced by piece count. Announced on 4 June, the new addition to the LEGO Architecture range recreates the...

Lifestyle.

Europe approves cross-border testing for self-driving taxis in 2026
Lifestyle Tech 🇪🇺 EU

Europe approves cross-border testing for self-driving taxis in 2026

On Monday, 8 June 2026, 17 European transport ministers paved the way for large-scale cross-border testing of autonomous vehicles by signing a joint declaration. Common approval principles and coordinated permitting procedures should replace a variety of national rules, making it possible for the industry to catch up with the American...
After making history, Belgian sailors eye the world’s toughest race in 2028
Lifestyle Yacht 🇧🇪 Belgium

After making history, Belgian sailors eye the world’s toughest race in 2028

Two record-breaking Belgian sailors have revealed their next nautical target. Quentin Debois, the first Belgian to set a record for a solo Atlantic crossing, aims to qualify for the 2028 Vendée Globe as skipper. His fellow sailor, Denis Van Weynbergh, the first Belgian to complete the prestigious round-the-world race, will...
LEGO unveils record-breaking Sagrada Família set to mark Gaudí centenary
Entertainment Lifestyle 🌍 World

LEGO unveils record-breaking Sagrada Família set to mark Gaudí centenary

LEGO has unveiled a detailed model of Barcelona’s Sagrada Família to mark the centenary of the death of architect Antoni Gaudí, releasing what the company says is the largest LEGO set ever produced by piece count. Announced on 4 June, the new addition to the LEGO Architecture range recreates the...
Northumberland National Park gets new stargazing experience
Entertainment Lifestyle 🇬🇧 UK

Northumberland National Park gets new stargazing experience

On 31 May 2026, a new stargazing experience opened its doors in the heart of Northumberland National Park in the United Kingdom. The Kielder Observatory, the Twice Brewed Inn, and actor Robson Green have joined forces in order to bring a new state-of-the-art location for the public to enjoy. Since...

Food and Drinks.

Food Food and Drinks 🌍 World

Scientists reveal the mathematical formula for finding the best restaurant on holiday

During the 1970s, the late physicist and Nobel laureate Richard Feynman developed a mathematical solution for a common decision-making problem. Fifty years later, a team of scientists deciphered his handwritten notes, telling us exactly when to stop looking for the best holiday restaurant. It was during a meal with his...
New Brussels coffee shop is no more than a hole in the wall
Coffee Food and Drinks 🇧🇪 Belgium

New Brussels coffee shop is no more than a hole in the wall

Although Brussels has no lack of coffee shops, a new venue has been creating a buzz on social media. At GAT, located at a stone’s throw from Place Flagey in Ixelles, customers only get to see a concrete wall with a hole and an anonymous hand serving their drinks through...
Greece-Türkiye food dispute erupts over ancient tripe soup and UNESCO heritage claim
Food Food and Drinks 🌍 World

Greece-Türkiye food dispute erupts over ancient tripe soup and UNESCO heritage claim

A culinary dispute has erupted between Greece and Türkiye over a centuries-old tripe soup long dubbed as a hangover remedy, after a Greek restaurateur launched a bid to secure UNESCO recognition for the dish as part of Greece's cultural heritage.  The soup, known as “patsa” in Greece and “iskembe” in...

Where to stay.

European Accommodation Barometer 2026 shows rising optimism amid widening industry gaps
Hotels Where to stay 🇪🇺 EU

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...
Spanish hotel group Meliá exits Cuba amid economic pressures on tourism sector
Hotels Where to stay 🇨🇺 Cuba

Spanish hotel group Meliá exits Cuba amid economic pressures on tourism sector

Spanish hotel group Meliá is scaling back its presence in Cuba, ceasing management, marketing and branding services for 15 hotels.  The decision was announced through Meliá’s Portuguese subsidiary, Ilha Bela Gestão e Turismo, which said a combination of “unforeseen circumstances” had undermined the viability of the operations.  The company pointed...
Luxury New York hotel unveils $1 million FIFA World Cup final package with penthouse, helicopter and VIP tickets
Hotels Where to stay 🇺🇸 USA

Luxury New York hotel unveils $1 million FIFA World Cup final package with penthouse, helicopter and VIP tickets

President Donald Trump is clearly not enough of a football fan for The Mark, a hotel in Manhattan. As the United States prepares to host the Men’s FIFA World Cup 2026, alongside Canada and Mexico, the POTUS recently damned ticket prices, saying he would not pay four figures to see...
Luxury brand Aman opens first Mexico resort in Baja California Sur this August
Hotels Where to stay 🇲🇽 Mexico

Luxury brand Aman opens first Mexico resort in Baja California Sur this August

Luxury hospitality brand Aman is set to open its first hotel in Mexico on 1 August, marking the company’s debut in one of the world’s fastest-growing luxury travel markets. The new resort, Amanvari, is located on the East Cape of Baja California Sur, a region renowned for its rugged desert...
Hotels race to optimize for AI as travel search goes digital
Hotels Where to stay 🌍 World

Hotels race to optimize for AI as travel search goes digital

As AI is rapidly becoming everyone’s private concierge, hotels and other accommodation providers must adapt to ensure they are recommended by these new digital travel advisers. As travellers’ requests become more precise thanks to the personalised responses provided by AI tools, hotels must ensure all relevant property information is available...

Where to stay.

European Accommodation Barometer 2026 shows rising optimism amid widening industry gaps
Hotels Where to stay 🇪🇺 EU

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...
Spanish hotel group Meliá exits Cuba amid economic pressures on tourism sector
Hotels Where to stay 🇨🇺 Cuba

Spanish hotel group Meliá exits Cuba amid economic pressures on tourism sector

Spanish hotel group Meliá is scaling back its presence in Cuba, ceasing management, marketing and branding services for 15 hotels.  The decision was announced through Meliá’s Portuguese subsidiary, Ilha Bela Gestão e Turismo, which said a combination of “unforeseen circumstances” had undermined the viability of the operations.  The company pointed...
Luxury New York hotel unveils $1 million FIFA World Cup final package with penthouse, helicopter and VIP tickets
Hotels Where to stay 🇺🇸 USA

Luxury New York hotel unveils $1 million FIFA World Cup final package with penthouse, helicopter and VIP tickets

President Donald Trump is clearly not enough of a football fan for The Mark, a hotel in Manhattan. As the United States prepares to host the Men’s FIFA World Cup 2026, alongside Canada and Mexico, the POTUS recently damned ticket prices, saying he would not pay four figures to see...