Europe’s heatwave: What gadgets can help travellers stay cool
As Europe continues to experience soaring temperatures, travellers heading to some of the continent's most popular destinations are facing unusually hot conditions. With several countries issuing heat alerts and temperatures exceeding 40°C in some areas, staying cool has become just as important as staying hydrated. While seeking shade, drinking plenty...
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Futuristic Saudi Arabian astrotourism centre to attract dark sky enthusiasts to desert
Travellers are increasingly setting their sights on celestial bodies, with solar eclipse tourism reaching a frenzy in Europe in 2026 and totality headed for the Egyptian pyramids in 2027. In line with such enthusiasm for turning our gaze starward, destinations that boast dark skies are proving popular—and now a new...
United Airlines debuts Starlink Wi-Fi on transatlantic flight
On 22 June 2026, United Airlines launched Starlink Wi-Fi on a wide-body transatlantic flight. The Boeing 777-200ER flying from Newark to London Heathrow marks the carrier’s first transatlantic aircraft to be retrofitted with the technology, while 60 more should follow before the end of 2026. In September 2024, United Airlines...
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...
Greek tourism boomed in early 2026 with more visitors and higher spending
The Greek tourism industry enjoyed a boom during the first four months of 2026, showing significant growth in both revenues and visitor numbers, compared to January to April 2025, even though 2025 was also a record year. During the first third of 2026, travel receipts rose €752.9 million, or 36.9%,...
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Direct flights between Shanghai and Stockholm resume after six years
China Eastern Airlines has resumed its non-stop service between Shanghai and Stockholm after pausing the flights during the COVID-19 pandemic in 2020. The inaugural return flight took place on 22 June 2026, and three weekly services will connect the cities henceforward. On 22 June 2026, China Eastern Airlines’ MU289 flight...
United Airlines debuts Starlink Wi-Fi on transatlantic flight
On 22 June 2026, United Airlines launched Starlink Wi-Fi on a wide-body transatlantic flight. The Boeing 777-200ER flying from Newark to London Heathrow marks the carrier’s first transatlantic aircraft to be retrofitted with the technology, while 60 more should follow before the end of 2026. In September 2024, United Airlines...
Airbus orders inspections of 16 A380 superjumbos after wing cracks discovered
Airbus is preparing to inspect 16 of its A380 superjumbo jets after cracks were discovered in a key wing structure, prompting urgent action from European aviation regulators and raising concerns over the long-term durability of the world’s largest passenger aircraft. used by the Emirates and Qantas airlines. The European Union...
Japanese bullet trains to feature ‘supreme class’ private cabins from autumn 2026
Japan’s famous bullet trains are getting an upgrade in autumn 2026, with the introduction of a new “Supreme Class” offering lockable, private suites and reclining chairs that are being compared to First Class accommodation on planes. The Shinkansen trains set for the makeover are run by JR Central and JR...
Flemish government plans less subsidies for regional airports
According to the Belgian business newspaper De Tijd, the Flemish government is planning on reducing the financial support for Flanders’s regional airports in Antwerp, Ostend, and Kortrijk. The aim is for the airports to be less financially dependent but is still unclear how this should be achieved. In 2024, Flanders’...
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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...
Maldives to gain electric hydrofoil boat network to decarbonise maritime transport
Travel between islands in the Maldives is about to get easier and cleaner thanks to private investment in a fleet of electric water taxis that promises to improve connectivity and create a sustainable maritime corridor. Up to 100 electric hydrofoil boats are expected to form the Navier Network between the...
AI boom fuels rising concerns over water consumption, UN warns
“Be water, my friend,” Bruce Lee famously said. Artificial intelligence seems to have taken the martial arts legend’s mantra a little too literally, as a new UN report sounds the alarm over the technology’s rapidly growing thirst and the enormous quantities of water consumed by AI data centres. The report,...
Climate change has heightened risk of dangerous heat at 2026 World Cup
Players at the men’s FIFA World Cup 2026 could find their performance affected by extreme temperatures associated with global warming, and fans might notice match strategy changing in response to the climate, a new study has found. Research suggests that temperatures above 28°C (82.4°F) can affect soccer players’ performance — especially how...
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Tirana to modernize communist-era Palace of Congresses and build 260-meter skyscraper
Tirana’s transformation, initiated a decade ago, is set to reach new heights, both figuratively and literally, with the renovation of the communist-era Palace of Congresses and the construction of a 260-metre skyscraper, a vertical landmark that will dramatically alter the city’s skyline. The ambitious project, which combines the renovation of...
Shenzhen tops ranking of the world’s best skylines in 2026
Skylines have been changing fast over the last few years, with new high-rises sprouting up everywhere, some instantly recognisable, others less so. Miniature models of famous city skylines have taken over souvenir shops, becoming go-to decorative pieces for travellers looking to remember the beauty of cities they have visited, or...
Den Gamle By in Denmark becomes European Museum of the Year 2026
On Saturday 13 June 2026, Den Gamle By (The Old Town) in the Danish city of Aarhus has been crowned European Museum of the Year 2026 during an award ceremony in Bilbao. The open-air museum was praised for setting a “benchmark for innovation and relevance”. Every year since 1977, the...
Free Pont Neuf Cavern attraction by French Banksy opens in Paris
On Monday 15 June 2026, Paris’ newest tourist attraction has opened to the public. Curious-minded people who wan to visit the Pont Neuf Cavern, as the installation by French street artist JR is called, can do so until 28 June. The Pont Neuf might well be one of Paris’ most...
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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...
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
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,...
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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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From a 400 year old castle to a wellness destination, Thermae Boetfort’s journey began in 2010 🏰
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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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Esquire unveils the world’s most iconic hotels in new Hall of Fame
Looking for a touch of glamour this summer? While new hotels regularly steal the spotlight with grand openings and appearances on “must-visit” lists, Esquire argues that true luxury is measured over time rather than by first impressions. The magazine has unveiled its latest Hotel Hall of Fame, a selection of...
Jared Kushner’s Albania luxury resort plan sparks protests over flamingo habitat
Flamingo Royale may sound like the latest James Bond film, but on Albania’s Adriatic coast, it is the name of a real-life standoff between pink birds and the luxury resort ambitions of Jared Kushner, son-in-law of Donald Trump. Tens of thousands of protesters have taken to the streets of Tirana...
Waldorf Astoria to open luxury hotel inside London’s iconic Admiralty Arch
More than a decade after the plans were first approved, one of London’s most guarded addresses is finally letting outsiders in. Travellers will soon be able to relish the comfort of a new top-notch luxury hotel in the heart of the British capital this autumn, with the opening of the...
Thousands of Belgian homes unavailable to residential market due to Airbnb
Thousands of homes across three of the largest cities in Belgium are no longer available on the regular housing market because they have been turned into short term rentals, a new study shows. The research by ING bank reveals 5,000 properties in Brussels, Antwerp, and Ghent, representing 0.8% of the...
Largest hotel on the Baltic Sea opens in Poland with 1,240 rooms
The most controversial hotel on Poland’s Baltic coast is about to open its doors. This five-star behemoth was built on a former military site and cost nearly 1,500 trees. It is already making Germany nervous. Located in Pobierowo, a small seaside resort with a population of around 1,000 on Poland’s...