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Kazakhstan’s Tokayev puts airports and transport at the centre of infrastructure push
Kazakhstan plans to begin construction of a new airport in Astana in 2027 and accelerate improvements to roads, regional airports and railways, under an infrastructure programme outlined by President Kassym-Jomart Tokayev in his State of the Nation Address on 28 October. The announcements form part of a wider modernisation drive,...
Ryanair reminds passengers that changes to rules will mean earlier bag drops
Europe’s largest airline by passenger numbers is set to change its luggage check-in rules on 10 November 2026, in a move that requires the carrier’s passengers to get to the airport earlier than previously required. The adjustment should not come as too much of a surprise since it was announced back in April 2026. Under...
Trip.com survey finds sustainability matters to travellers, but cost still shapes choices
A majority of travellers say sustainability influences their decisions, but price, convenience and access to reliable information remain decisive when bookings are made, according to Trip.com Group’s 2026 Sustainable Travel Consumer Report. The study surveyed 8,777 people across 29 markets in four regions. It found that over three people in...
United Kingdom to rejoin Erasmus+ exchange programme in 2027
On Tuesday 27 October 2026, the British government has announced the UK will be rejoining the Erasmus+ exchange programme as of 1 January 2027. Those who want to apply will be able to do so starting in November. Following an agreement between the UK and the European Union in December...
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Ryanair reminds passengers that changes to rules will mean earlier bag drops
Europe’s largest airline by passenger numbers is set to change its luggage check-in rules on 10 November 2026, in a move that requires the carrier’s passengers to get to the airport earlier than previously required. The adjustment should not come as too much of a surprise since it was announced back in April 2026. Under...
easyJet to introduce Starlink Wi-Fi from 2027
easyJet passengers will soon be able to stay connected throughout their flight. On Monday 26 October 2026, the British low-cost carrier announced that it will offer in-flight Wi-Fi for the first time in its history, through a new partnership with Starlink, the satellite internet service operated by SpaceX. Installation will...
European travellers most cautious about biometrics and digital passports, IATA survey finds
European travellers are the most cautious about adopting digital travel technology, according to the International Air Transport Association’s (IATA) 2026 Global Passenger Survey, despite widespread interest worldwide in biometrics, digital passports and artificial intelligence. The research found that 70% of European respondents would share biometric information for airport processes, below...
High-speed train collision in Spain leaves at least 30 people dead
On Wednesday, 28 October 2026, around 9:00 am local time, two high-speed trains collided in Spain. The accident happened on the line connecting Madrid to Spain's southern Andalusia region and has caused at least 30 casualties, although the death toll may rise further. Less than a year after a train crash in Adamuz,...
Dutch researcher calls for European authorities to legislate for electric air travel
A Dutch researcher has called on European authorities to push forward an electric revolution in air transport instead of focusing on current aviation’s switch to more sustainable operations. Interviewed by Euronews, Maarten Steinbuch, Professor of Mechanical Engineering at Eindhoven University of Technology, said: “There is not enough attention yet to have a revolution...
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Green hydrogen cooperation between Europe and emerging markets could support cleaner aviation
New energy partnerships linking Europe, Azerbaijan and Central Asia could help develop the renewable fuels needed to decarbonise aviation and other transport sectors. European and international energy leaders gathered in Brussels on 28 October to explore opportunities for green hydrogen cooperation between Europe and emerging clean energy markets, with potential...
Europe’s summer heatwaves linked to a record 50,000 deaths
A new study has found that an estimated 50,000 people died in European cities over the summer as a direct consequence of the numerous heatwaves that struck the continent. The study, Heat-related urban mortality attributable to human-induced climate change in Europe in summer 2026, conducted by researchers from Imperial College London and...
UN report reveals how the world could return to 1.5°C global warming by 2100
In a new report, the UN Environment Programme has laid out a timeline that would potentially allow for the ‘lowest possible’ 1.5°C overshoot scenario. Over the next four years, the world would have to cut back its carbon emissions by nearly a fifth compared to 2025 levels. “Overshoot is not...
Iguazu Falls faces renewed tourist restrictions after El Niño-linked surge in river flow
Tourist access to Argentina's Iguazu Falls has been disrupted by heavy rainfall linked to El Niño, with authorities announcing renewed restrictions for Wednesday, 14 October, following a brief reopening the previous day. The latest measures affect the Upper and Lower circuits, whose paths and walkways lead visitors towards the waterfalls....
El Niño continues to reshape travel: what the sector and consumers can expect from autumn 2026
From October 2026, travel planning will demand closer attention to weather risks. El Niño is established and expected to strengthen before peaking late in 2026. The World Meteorological Organization (WMO) puts the probability of El Niño conditions persisting through December 2026–February 2027 at nearly 100%, with climate effects potentially lasting...
Slovenia’s Triglav glacier could disappear ‘within days’, experts warn
A glacier on a mountain that is the national symbol of Slovenia is about to disappear forever, according to the researcher who has been monitoring its decline for three decades. The Triglav glacier, on the northeastern face of Mount Triglav, features on the Slovenian 50 cent euro coin and on...
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Raving among the ruins raises concerns over heritage preservation
From ancient amphitheatres and medieval castles to the pyramids of Giza, a new trend is seeing heritage sites becoming increasingly popular venues for electronic music festivals, but can these centuries-old monuments withstand the decibels, vibrations and throngs of ravers that come with it? It is easy to understand the attraction:...
Liverpool’s Beatles Story experience to quadruple in size and gain giant tower in 2028
The Beatles have always been big in Liverpool, but the Fab Four’s legacy in the port city is about to get even bigger. The Beatles Story museum is set to change location in 2028, quadrupling its footprint and gaining a 138-meter tower offering a panoramic view in the process, as...
Have we been learning foreign languages the wrong way?
Are the days of learning a new language by memorising strange-sounding words from thick dictionaries coming to an end? Have we been doing it all wrong? New research from University College London (UCL) and Tohoku University in Japan challenges traditional approaches to language learning. The study suggests that mastering unfamiliar...
Shanghai’s spectacular new Grand Opera House opens to the public
Shanghai’s Grand Opera House, designed by a Norwegian architectural firm, officially opened on 17 October. Remarkable for its theatrical spiral staircase sweeping up to the rooftop, the new cultural landmark aims to be as much a civic destination as a performance venue. Nearly a decade after Snøhetta won the design...
Destination.
Forget your personal best: Vilnius launches the Slowest Christmas Marathon
During the 2026 festive season, the Lithuanian capital of Vilnius will be organising the Slowest Christmas Marathon. Tourists and locals alike are invited to join and to discover the city at a slower pace through a selection of city tours. Although the holidays may be the ultimate time of the...
National Geographic reveals the 25 best destinations to visit in 2027
On 20 October 2026, National Geographic released its traditional ‘Best Places in the World to Travel to’ list. The ranking includes 25 destinations across the world with something for every traveller’s taste. As 2026 is slowly but surely coming to an end, many people are already looking ahead. Travellers in particular are...
Ghost hunts and vampire legends: Seven European escapes for Halloween 2026
A Halloween escape in Europe can mean hunting for miniature ghosts, exploring vampire legends or spending an evening surrounded by pumpkins. Some destinations build their celebrations around festivals, while others draw on castles, medieval streets and unsettling local tales. The continent also has deep connections to the origins of Halloween,...
Japan’s longest loop trail opens across 350 km of Ibaraki
Japan’s longest loop trail, about an hour and a half from Tokyo, has fully opened, inviting hikers to discover some 350 km of routes through cities and towns, mountains and rural landscapes, valleys and coastlines, as well as cultural heritage sites. The Hitachi-no-kuni Long Trail traverses northern Ibaraki Prefecture, connecting satoyama...
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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 🏡🇪🇺
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🎙️ 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?
🎧 Tune in to the latest episode of the Travel Tomorrow podcast
🎙️ Special guest: Marie Audren, Director General of HOTREC.
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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.
Sleep on ice in three of Europe’s coolest hotels this winter
Looking for an extraordinary stay this winter? Somewhere to cool down with your loved one? Europe’s ice hotels might be just what you need. Rebuilt every year and melting away every spring, no two winters there are ever the same. The first of them opened in Jukkasjärvi, Swedish Lapland. ICEHOTEL...
Airbnb sets new limits on house rules and checkout chores
It’s time to leave the Airbnb and there’s half an hour before you need to be at the station, but when you check the terms of your stay, you realise you need to strip the beds, put the laundry on, do the recycling, take the bins out, put the dishwasher...
European Commission launches investigation into Booking.com over fraud and scam allegations
On 21 October 2026, the European Commission has opened an official investigation in order to assess whether Booking.com may have breached the Digital Services Act. The commission suspects the online booking platform has not been doing enough to address fake listings and phishing scams. The news follows a preliminary investigation, which included...
New York Plaza hotel to close for four year landmark restoration
One of New York’s most storied Fifth Avenue addresses will pause hotel operations from January 2027 while its protected façade undergoes extensive conservation work. For travellers who have long associated a New York stay with tea beneath the Palm Court’s stained-glass ceiling or an arrival beside Central Park, a familiar...
France’s highest hotel reopens in the Pyrenees after major renovation
A restored 1930s mountain inn beneath the Pic du Midi pairs cinematic views and dark-sky nights with an arrival that will surely feel like an expedition. At 2,620 metres above sea level, Hôtellerie des Laquets does not so much sit in the French Pyrenees as hover over them. Reopened after...