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Camille Van Puymbroeck is a Belgian freelance journalist with a big interest in anything lifestyle and ecology-related. Nothing makes her more happy than visiting a former Soviet building, overgrown by nature, equipped with a camera and a coffee. Not without an Italian meal afterwards, of course. Her work has previously been published in Metro, Sabato Magazine and Culinaire Ambiance.

23 June 2023

Which European cities suffer the most from overtourism?

Figuring out your next holiday destination can be quite the challenge, despite being somewhat of a first world problem. Most of us don’t go on a […]
23 June 2023

OceanGate submersible imploded soon after diving

On Sunday, 18 June, 5 tourists dived down to the bottom of the ocean aboard an OceanGate Expeditions submersible, reaching for the wreckage site of the […]
23 June 2023

Spectacular Giants of Royal de Luxe return to Antwerp this summer

Lovers of gigantic marionettes, street theatre, carnivals, and unconventional fun will surely have their heart strings tugged when the Giants of Royal de Luxe return to […]
23 June 2023

For better sustainable and wealthy Outermost Regions

Europe still remembers the hard times during the Covid pandemic, which obliged also politicians, at all levels, to manage the health and economic crisis with firm […]
22 June 2023

Why are restaurants in China serving stir fried rocks?

Videos of chefs cooking stir fried rocks have been popping up on Chinese social media over the past few weeks, stirring up controversy over the practice. […]
22 June 2023

Brussels expats urged to get on their bikes

Brussels Mobility is urging more people to use pedal power to get around, especially the city’s large expat community. 1. Background The city has a troubled […]
22 June 2023

France unveils commitment to fight overtourism

France, renowned for its rich cultural heritage, breathtaking landscapes, and world-famous landmarks, has long been a top tourist destination. However, the increasing number of visitors in […]
22 June 2023

Helsinki’s Super Weekend brings together 3 vibrant festivals

From Friday, 30 June, to Sunday, 2 July, Helsinki will celebrate love, music and diversity with its Super Weekend festivities that bring together the Helsinki Pride, […]
22 June 2023

One in four bicycles sold in Europe last year was electric

Sales of traditional pedal-powered bikes have declined since their recent peak during the pandemic. But e–bikes continue their ascent. One in four bicycles sold in Europe […]
22 June 2023

Summer 2023’s hottest city destinations

As the global community adjusts to the “new normal” following the Covid-19 pandemic, the upcoming summer season holds significant importance. While travel volumes have rebounded, preferences […]
22 June 2023

EU moves to standardise passenger data collection across member states

On 21 June, the European Council agreed on the negotiating mandate for two legislative proposals on the collection and transfer of advance passenger information. The goal […]
22 June 2023

Paying for seat selection might not be worth the cost, finds new study

When it comes to group travel, one common concern is ensuring everyone in the party sits together on the flight. Airlines capitalize on this worry by […]
22 June 2023

Airbus announces remote immersive design tool to revolutionize cabins

Airbus is ushering in a new era for aircraft cabin design with a new blended-reality approach to research and development. In an industry first, the so-called […]
21 June 2023

Netflix is opening a restaurant with food from their shows

What would the world be without Netflix? Certainly, our evenings would look a lot different if we didn’t have an endless supply of series and movies […]
21 June 2023

China completes test of first low-Earth orbit internet constellation

Researchers from the GalaxySpace, a Beijing-based satellite maker, conducted open-sea testing of the country’s first LEO broadband communication test constellation, as reported by CGTN. The goal […]
21 June 2023

Why Titanic’s history keeps fascinating generations

The Titanic has become an icon of collective imagination worldwide. It was one of the largest and most luxurious passenger ships of its time. It was […]