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Stack of books with sunglasses on a beach table overlooking the sea, symbolizing a relaxing holiday and the growing trend of lifestyle trial travel.

Why Travelers are Turning Holidays into Lifestyle Trials

What do you think of when you think of a holiday? A week or two away somewhere, by the sea perhaps? Traditionally, a holiday is ...
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Aerial view of a beach in Marmaris with turquoise waters, sunbeds, and cabanas.

Türkiye tops Russian summer travel choices with 57% share

Türkiye has remained the top overseas holiday choice for Russian travellers this summer, accounting for 57% of bookings, according to data from the Association of ...
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Tourists seek shade and air-conditioned shops on the Champs-Élysées in Paris during an intense European heatwave with temperatures above 35C.

Europe Heatwave Puts 101 Million Under 35C Heat on Thursday

At least 101 million people in Europe were expected to face temperatures above 35C on Thursday as an intense heatwave continued to sweep across the ...
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Person holding a Spanish flag out of a car window while driving along a winding road with mountains in the background.

17 Million in Germany Cannot Afford a Week-Long Holiday

Germany holiday affordability remains out of reach for millions, with 21% of people in the country saying they could not afford a one-week holiday in ...
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Scenic sunset view of Koh Nang Yuan island near Koh Samui, Thailand

Thailand, Vietnam and Cambodia Face Tourism Slowdown as Flights Return

Airlines across Southeast Asia are rapidly restoring flight schedules following the disruption caused by the Iran conflict, but the region’s tourism industry continues to recover ...
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Bosphorus Bridge night view from Elite World Homes Istanbul Bosphorus terrace

Türkiye Tops Russia’s July Travel Bookings as Istanbul Leads

Türkiye has become the top international destination for Russian travellers in July, with Istanbul leading the list and drawing more than twice as much demand ...
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Couple overlooking the colorful seaside village and harbor of Cinque Terre from a hiking viewpoint on the Italian coast

Cinque Terre Warns Tourists of €2,500 Fines for Wearing Flip-Flops

Tourists visiting Cinque Terre National Park in Italy this summer are being warned that wearing flip-flops, sandals, or other unsuitable footwear on hiking trails could ...
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Traveler walking through a quiet international departures hall at a Thailand airport with a masked guardian statue and signage overhead

Thailand Weighs New Visa Exemptions to Boost Tourism Revenue

Thailand is considering new visa concessions for Indian travellers and visitors from several European Union countries as it seeks to maintain foreign tourism revenue and ...
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Ancient Po Nagar Cham Towers in Nha Trang, Vietnam, showcasing historic red-brick temple architecture

The mystical and mysterious Ponagar Cham Towers in Nha Trang, Vietnam

The Ponagar Cham Tower complex is perched atop a 10-metre-high hill overlooking the Cai River in Nha Trang, a coastal city in southeast Vietnam.  Visitors ...
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Aerial view of Stadthafen Leipzig harbour with marina basin and Leipzig city skyline in the background

Leipzig Opens Stadthafen Harbour After 25 Years of Development

Leipzig has opened Stadthafen Leipzig, a new city harbour that creates a direct link between the city centre and the Leipzig New Lakeland waterway network. ...
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Panoramic view of Spiaggia di Fetovaia on Elba Island in Tuscany with turquoise water, sandy beach and Mediterranean vegetation under a clear blue sky.

Italy tops Europeans’ summer dream list for 2026 at 54%

Italy is the top dream destination for Europeans planning their summer holidays in 2026, according to a study by Confturismo-Confcommercio with Swg and Polling Europe. ...
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Cherry blossoms framing Himeji Castle with a red bridge and boat on the moat in spring, Japan.

Japan raises tourist visas five times in first fee hike since 1978

Japan will raise tourist visa fees by five times from 1 July 2026, marking the country’s first revision of visa charges since 1978 as authorities ...
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Women travellers join a guided walking tour through the historic streets of Florence, Italy, during a small group cultural experience

Tauck Expands Women’s Only Departures to Seven Itineraries for 2027

Building on the strong demand for 2026, Tauck has opened bookings for 2027 Women’s Only Departures. Expanding from three itineraries to seven and extending the collection ...
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Fantasy-inspired medieval castle overlooking a dramatic Welsh-style coastline with mountains, cliffs and two cloaked figures in the foreground

House of the Dragon season 3 uses 8 UK filming locations

House of the Dragon has returned to screens with its third season, and the new episodes draw on 8 filming locations across the United Kingdom. ...
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Eiffel Tower in Paris during a heatwave with thermometer showing extreme high temperatures.

Eiffel Tower closes early as Paris heatwave hits tourism

The Eiffel Tower closed early on 23 June as Paris battled an exceptionally high heatwave, affecting one of the world’s most visited tourist attractions. The ...
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Aerial view of Sveti Stefan island and beach on the Montenegrin coast

Montenegro and Kazakhstan eye tourism boost in first state visit

Montenegro’s President Jakov Milatović has completed the country’s first official state visit to Kazakhstan, with talks focused on tourism, trade, transport links and wider diplomatic ...
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Tourist families enjoy sea sand sun in Belek Antalya Turkey

German tourists cut holiday spending as extras budget falls

German tourists are still travelling, but they are spending far less on extras when they arrive at their destination, according to new research from Innofact. ...
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Krakow Poland

Poland tipping guide says 5 to 10 percent is standard

Travellers in Poland are being reminded to tip carefully in restaurants, bars, taxis and hotels, with 5% to 10% of the bill seen as the ...
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Crowds of pedestrians cross the famous Shibuya Crossing in Tokyo, surrounded by large digital billboards, shops and commercial buildings.

Tokyo’s Shibuya introduces on-the-spot fines for littering amid overtourism

Shibuya ward in Tokyo has introduced on-the-spot fines for littering as it responds to growing pressure from rising visitor numbers and increasing waste in public ...
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Cartoon illustration of tourists sweating in Italy during a red alert heatwave, with the Colosseum, Leaning Tower of Pisa, and a warning sign in the background.

Europe’s Heatwave Raises Health Risks for Travellers with Heart Disease

Travellers with heart disease are being urged to take extra precautions as a heatwave pushes temperatures above seasonal averages across large parts of Europe and ...
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