Gulf Airlines return to pre-Iran flight levels but wider aviation recovery stalls
Some Gulf airlines are operating almost at pre-Iran-War levels, recent flight data shows, meaning that aviation appears to be recovering from the conflict, which saw mass disruption caused by the grounding of some of the world’s largest carriers. Emirates, Qatar Airlines, and Etihad (the three largest Middle East airlines) have...
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Russia granted more than 1,100 ‘anti-woke’ visas to foreigners in 2025
Russia issued 1,112 visas in 2025 to foreign nationals under a programme aimed at people who say they support “traditional Russian spiritual and moral values,” according to figures cited by Russian state media. The scheme, created under Presidential Decree No. 702 and promoted by Moscow as a form of “humanitarian...
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...
Venice day tripper fee could cost as much as €50 under new mayor’s proposal
Day trippers to Venice, Italy, could find themselves charged up to €50 for the privilege if proposals to tackle overtourism by the city’s new mayor, Simone Venturini, are given the go-ahead. The iconic lagoon destination has been making visitors pay an “access charge” if they come for the day only...
Trump reveals revamped Qatari Boeing 747 for Air Force One Fleet
“A flying White House” is how United States President Donald Trump has described the latest incarnation of the US presidential jet, Air Force One, in a speech to mark the unveiling of the plane at Joint Base Andrews on 19 June 2026. The Boeing 747-8 aircraft, to be known as...
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American Airlines flight turns chaotic after passenger allegedly bites another traveller
An American Airlines flight from Charlotte, North Carolina, to Philadelphia on Sunday, 21 June 2026, had to be met by medics and police after a passenger allegedly bit someone amid an altercation on board. In an audio capture posted on LiveATC, the pilot of Flight 3046 can be heard alerting...
Brussels Airport expects 5.2 million passengers this summer as travel demand peaks
Brussels Airport is preparing for one of its busiest summer holiday seasons on record, expecting around 5.2 million passengers to travel through the airport during July and August, a 4% increase compared to the same period last year. The summer rush will begin on Friday, 26 June, when around 82,000...
Gulf Airlines return to pre-Iran flight levels but wider aviation recovery stalls
Some Gulf airlines are operating almost at pre-Iran-War levels, recent flight data shows, meaning that aviation appears to be recovering from the conflict, which saw mass disruption caused by the grounding of some of the world’s largest carriers. Emirates, Qatar Airlines, and Etihad (the three largest Middle East airlines) have...
Trump reveals revamped Qatari Boeing 747 for Air Force One Fleet
“A flying White House” is how United States President Donald Trump has described the latest incarnation of the US presidential jet, Air Force One, in a speech to mark the unveiling of the plane at Joint Base Andrews on 19 June 2026. The Boeing 747-8 aircraft, to be known as...
Emirates rolls out industry-first travel insurance covering conflict-related disruptions
Emirates has launched what it describes as the world’s most comprehensive travel insurance, introducing conflict-related medical coverage, hotel accommodation support and complimentary rebooking on other airlines, in a move aimed at addressing rising concerns over travel disruptions caused by geopolitical events. The Dubai-based carrier announced the new Comprehensive Travel Cover,...
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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...
Shared e-scooters banned from Brussels from 2027
On Thursday, 11 June 2026, the Brussels government voted to ban shared e-scooters from Belgium’s capital as of 2027. A multitude of accidents, parking hassles, and other issues were at the basis of the decision. Although they were initially welcomed as a creative new means of transportation within the city,...
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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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🎙️ Special guest: @jokevdz
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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...