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Travel stakeholders call for urgent action plan to address EES problems
Pressure is mounting on the European Commission to make “immediate changes” to the bloc’s new Entry/Exit System (EES), with the border controls rolled out earlier in 2026 blamed for “excessive waiting times” and “significant disruption for passengers, airports, and airlines across the Schengen Area.” The calls have come from trade...
Finland calls for EU-wide ban on Russian tourist visas
Finland is urging the European Union to stop issuing tourist visas to Russian citizens, pushing for a common policy across the bloc. Foreign Minister Elina Valtonen set out five requests in a letter dated 12 October 2026, as EU foreign ministers met in Luxembourg. The proposals target non-essential travel, including...
US to celebrate 200 years of rail travel in 2027 with new trains and historic routes
On 28 February 1827, the first commercial passenger train started operating in the United States. 200 years later, it is the perfect time to travel the country by train and discover the landscape from a unique point of view. Many travellers who are exploring the U.S. tend to do so...
Virgin aims to rival Eurostar with cross-Channel trains by 2030
Virgin plans to begin cross-Channel passenger services in 2030, operating up to 20 daily return journeys from London to Paris, Brussels, and Amsterdam in a proposed expansion that would introduce a direct competitor to Eurostar, with an Alstom fleet that would add almost 7.5 million annual seats, as other prospective...
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Travel stakeholders call for urgent action plan to address EES problems
Pressure is mounting on the European Commission to make “immediate changes” to the bloc’s new Entry/Exit System (EES), with the border controls rolled out earlier in 2026 blamed for “excessive waiting times” and “significant disruption for passengers, airports, and airlines across the Schengen Area.” The calls have come from trade...
US to celebrate 200 years of rail travel in 2027 with new trains and historic routes
On 28 February 1827, the first commercial passenger train started operating in the United States. 200 years later, it is the perfect time to travel the country by train and discover the landscape from a unique point of view. Many travellers who are exploring the U.S. tend to do so...
Narrowbody jets will transform travel but SAF production needs to increase, says Dubai Airports chief
As aviation and the planet continue to grapple with high fuel costs and the climate impact of carbon emissions, one major airport CEO has predicted there will be a proliferation of smaller aircraft flying longer distances to more regional airports in the future, while warning that the increased production of...
WestJet pilot raises concerns over long taxiing times and fuel waste at Seattle-Tacoma Airport
A pilot working for Canada’s second largest airline, WestJet, has drawn attention to fuel wastage caused by long taxiing times at Seattle-Tacoma International Airport, after burning 800lbs (nearly 363 kilograms) of jet fuel just to reach a take-off runway. WestJet flight WS1553 to Calgary International Airport was due to depart...
Virgin aims to rival Eurostar with cross-Channel trains by 2030
Virgin plans to begin cross-Channel passenger services in 2030, operating up to 20 daily return journeys from London to Paris, Brussels, and Amsterdam in a proposed expansion that would introduce a direct competitor to Eurostar, with an Alstom fleet that would add almost 7.5 million annual seats, as other prospective...
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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...
Antarctic winter sea ice falls to third-lowest level on record
Sea ice in Antarctica has dropped to its third-ever lowest level, marking the fourth consecutive year of record lows in what scientists fear could be a sign of a system that “is changing faster than we are understanding it.” The continent’s ice has retreated a million square kilometres from the...
Air pollution could be associated with increased suicide risk, researchers say
Low air quality is linked to an increased risk of death by suicide, attempted suicide, and suicide ideation, say scientists who looked at how exposure to airborne environmental pollutants, and noise pollution, influences mental health outcomes. A research team from Queen’s University Belfast considered air, noise, light, and water pollution...
Which European cities have the most expensive public transport and why it matters?
A new report by Greenpeace has found that public transport costs are at a new high across 14 of Europe’s capital cities since 2023, with price rises up to 67% in some places. The scope of the research included 27 European Union nations, as well as the UK, Switzerland, and...
Kauaʻi urges tourists to return and support small businesses after Hurricane Lowell
After being hit by Hurricane Lowell at the start of September 2026, Kauaʻi initially asked tourists to stay away in order not to hinder its recovery. Now that a couple of weeks have passed since the disaster, the Hawaiian island and its small businesses in particular are urging visitors to...
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Disgusting Food Museum opens in Hong Kong showcasing frog juice and fermented birds
A touring exhibition of the world’s most challenging foods has opened in Hong Kong, running until 26 November 2026. The Disgusting Food Museum at AIRSIDE’s GATE33 Gallery in Kai Tak features maggot cheese, mouse wine, and fermented shark, among other “delicacies.” Organised into five themed zones exploring food traditions, cultural...
Gilmore Girls fans can step into Stars Hollow this Christmas
Fans of Gilmore Girls will soon be able to step inside the fictional town of Stars Hollow, as Warner Bros. Studio Tour Hollywood launches its biggest-ever holiday experience dedicated to the popular television series. Running from 12 December 2026 to 3 January 2027, excluding Christmas Day, Gilmore Girls Holidays will...
Ho Chi Minh City reveals plans for 70,000-seat stadium inspired by riverside palms
Architecture studio Populous has revealed its design for the 70,000-seat Rach Chiec Stadium on the outskirts of Ho Chi Minh City. Vietnamese developer Sun Group has appointed the firm to design both the stadium and an accompanying 18,000-seat arena. The venues will form the centre of the Rach Chiec National...
Ghent Design Museum reopens after €21 million renovation
One of Belgium’s biggest and most beloved cultural institutions is set to reopen this autumn after a four-year renovation. Design Museum Gent is showing off a brand-new wing and restored building from 3 to 11 October 2026, with a programme of activities across a free opening weekend and festival. The...
Destination.
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...
Discovering Brabantse Wouden National Park through Tervuren
Forests, river valleys and open countryside form Brabantse Wouden National Park, a landscape extending south and east of Brussels. Recognised by the Flemish Government on 13 October 2023, it encompasses more than 10,000 hectares of valuable nature across three main areas: the Sonian Forest, the Meerdaalwoud–Dijle Valley and Hallerbos. Tervuren...
Bayeux Tapestry leads the reasons to visit London this autumn
“Bayeux mania” is officially sweeping the art world, meaning there has rarely been a better time for history lovers to visit London. The legendary Bayeux Tapestry made its highly anticipated public debut at the British Museum on 10 September, marking the first time the 11th-century masterpiece has been displayed in...
What autumn looks like seen from space
Autumn transforms forests into a patchwork of gold, bronze and red. Along woodland paths, the spectacle unfolds leaf by leaf. From space, it becomes something much larger: entire mountain ranges and stretches of countryside changing colour. As the season returns to the Northern Hemisphere, satellite images captured in 2024 offer...
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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?
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🎙️ 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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HOTREC announces European hospitality leadership for 2027-2028
European hospitality association HOTREC has re-elected Alexandros Vassilikos as President for a third consecutive term, following its 93rd General Assembly held in Vilnius, Lithuania, on 13 October 2026. The meeting brought together hospitality leaders from across Europe to elect the organisation’s leadership for the 2027-2028 mandate and discuss key challenges...
Global hotel groups eye Syria expansion as tourism sector rebuilds
International hotel groups are exploring opportunities in Syria as the country seeks to attract visitors to its historic cities and Mediterranean coast. Accor, Wyndham Hotels & Resorts and Minor Hotels are among the companies considering projects, although their plans remain at different stages. Their interest comes as Syria works to...
Dukes London hotel to reopen in 2027 after major revamp
A London institution is set to welcome guests again in the spring of next year, following an agreement with Minor Hotels that will see it join the Minor Reserve Collection. Dukes London, the historic Edwardian-era luxury boutique hotel tucked away in a quiet cobbled courtyard in the heart of St...
Aman to open first Maldives resort in 2028 with 52 suites and private island residences
Luxury hospitality brand Aman is launching its first-ever destination in the Maldives, with enquiries now open for stays in a 52-key resort designed by Kerry Hill Architects (KHA), set in Vaavu Atoll and the Amanolu archipelago, due for completion by 2028. Dedicated islands for wellness and recreation will sit alongside...
London to welcome world’s first Minecraft hotel in 2027
Merlin Entertainments and Mojang Studios have announced the launch of the world’s first Minecraft-themed hotel in London in 2027. Based at Chessington World of Adventures, the hotel will extend the experience of the upcoming Minecraft theme park. Earlier in 2026, Merlin Entertainments and Mojang Studios revealed their plans for Minecraft...