http://www.euronews.com en Latest news from Euronews Euronews 2025 Tue, 23 Dec 2025 08:51:21 +0100 Tue, 23 Dec 2025 08:51:21 +0100 30 https://static.euronews.com/website/images/euronews_flatblue.png http://www.euronews.com http://www.euronews.com/travel/2025/12/23/fake-listings-and-phishing-emails-how-travellers-have-lost-hundreds-to-bookingcom-scams http://www.euronews.com/travel/2025/12/23/fake-listings-and-phishing-emails-how-travellers-have-lost-hundreds-to-bookingcom-scams Tue, 23 Dec 2025 06:01:28 +0100 Earlier this year, consumer watchdog Which? released a comprehensive report uncovering myriad scams and security issues on Booking.com. http://www.euronews.com/travel/2025/12/20/creating-new-traditions-and-exploring-the-world-whats-driving-the-boom-in-christmas-travel http://www.euronews.com/travel/2025/12/20/creating-new-traditions-and-exploring-the-world-whats-driving-the-boom-in-christmas-travel Sat, 20 Dec 2025 08:04:31 +0100 From flocking back to family homes and big Turkey dinners to lounging on a sunny beach abroad and eating out, more Europeans are choosing to travel for Christmas. http://www.euronews.com/travel/2025/12/16/spain-launches-60-monthly-public-transport-pass-which-other-european-countries-offer-one http://www.euronews.com/travel/2025/12/16/spain-launches-60-monthly-public-transport-pass-which-other-european-countries-offer-one Tue, 16 Dec 2025 15:35:38 +0100 Germany, Switzerland, Hungary and Portugal already have similar schemes seeking to reduce residents’ dependence on private vehicles. http://www.euronews.com/travel/2025/12/15/eus-entryexit-system-delays-mean-passengers-are-missing-flights-can-travel-insurance-help http://www.euronews.com/travel/2025/12/15/eus-entryexit-system-delays-mean-passengers-are-missing-flights-can-travel-insurance-help Mon, 15 Dec 2025 14:34:03 +0100 Although not common, air passengers have experienced missed connections due to lengthy processing times at EU borders. http://www.euronews.com/travel/2025/12/07/i-spent-a-nearly-silent-weekend-in-a-forest-cabin-in-sweden-heres-what-i-learned http://www.euronews.com/travel/2025/12/07/i-spent-a-nearly-silent-weekend-in-a-forest-cabin-in-sweden-heres-what-i-learned Sun, 07 Dec 2025 08:02:56 +0100 Visit Skåne launched its Stay Quiet campaign as a response to noise pollution. http://www.euronews.com/travel/2025/12/06/from-the-arctic-circle-to-switzerlands-snowy-slopes-europes-must-try-christmas-train-journ http://www.euronews.com/travel/2025/12/06/from-the-arctic-circle-to-switzerlands-snowy-slopes-europes-must-try-christmas-train-journ Sat, 06 Dec 2025 08:02:04 +0100 Start off the holidays with a bang with these unique European winter and Christmas train journeys, offering luxury, adventure and slow travel. http://www.euronews.com/travel/2025/11/22/i-moved-to-a-depopulated-village-in-sardinia-heres-how-the-island-is-luring-new-residents http://www.euronews.com/travel/2025/11/22/i-moved-to-a-depopulated-village-in-sardinia-heres-how-the-island-is-luring-new-residents Sat, 22 Nov 2025 07:00:17 +0100 In the last few years, its remote communities have launched various schemes in the hope of bolstering their dwindling populations and sagging economies. http://www.euronews.com/travel/2025/11/15/festivals-wildlife-and-stunning-landscapes-why-you-should-explore-europe-in-winter http://www.euronews.com/travel/2025/11/15/festivals-wildlife-and-stunning-landscapes-why-you-should-explore-europe-in-winter Sat, 15 Nov 2025 08:03:05 +0100 As more of us opt for ‘low season’ escapes, there’s a growing sense that winter can be one of the best times to explore Europe, and enjoy some unique experiences into the bargain. http://www.euronews.com/travel/2025/11/11/slow-paced-and-low-cost-why-you-should-do-a-bus-and-train-odyssey-around-scandinavia-this- http://www.euronews.com/travel/2025/11/11/slow-paced-and-low-cost-why-you-should-do-a-bus-and-train-odyssey-around-scandinavia-this- Tue, 11 Nov 2025 14:38:36 +0100 Scandinavia is one of Europe’s most expensive destinations, but choosing the right transport can mean considerable savings. http://www.euronews.com/travel/2025/11/09/climate-change-is-making-flights-bumpier-heres-how-one-airline-is-using-ai-to-predict-turb http://www.euronews.com/travel/2025/11/09/climate-change-is-making-flights-bumpier-heres-how-one-airline-is-using-ai-to-predict-turb Sun, 09 Nov 2025 07:00:15 +0100 Given that experts say climate change is making the skies bumpier, airlines are looking for ways to ensure passengers’ safety and comfort. http://www.euronews.com/travel/2025/11/06/how-to-make-sure-youre-covered-by-travel-insurance-if-extreme-weather-hits-your-trip http://www.euronews.com/travel/2025/11/06/how-to-make-sure-youre-covered-by-travel-insurance-if-extreme-weather-hits-your-trip Thu, 06 Nov 2025 13:31:56 +0100 Travellers are generally advised to take out insurance as early as they can, and there’s a good reason for doing that when it comes to extreme weather. http://www.euronews.com/travel/2025/11/01/inside-italys-ultimate-cheese-festival-parma-opens-its-dairies-for-caseifici-aperti http://www.euronews.com/travel/2025/11/01/inside-italys-ultimate-cheese-festival-parma-opens-its-dairies-for-caseifici-aperti Sat, 01 Nov 2025 08:03:35 +0100 Parma’s dairies are open for tours, workshops and tastings during Caseifici Aperti, the twice-a-year Parmigiano Reggiano festival. http://www.euronews.com/travel/2025/10/11/why-choosing-to-carbon-offset-your-flight-isnt-always-the-greenest-option http://www.euronews.com/travel/2025/10/11/why-choosing-to-carbon-offset-your-flight-isnt-always-the-greenest-option Sat, 11 Oct 2025 07:00:48 +0200 A major travel firm has ditched its carbon offset program, arguing it no longer reflects the "immediacy" of the climate crisis. http://www.euronews.com/travel/2025/10/03/from-division-to-discovery-cycle-the-berlin-wall-trail-35-years-after-germany-reunified http://www.euronews.com/travel/2025/10/03/from-division-to-discovery-cycle-the-berlin-wall-trail-35-years-after-germany-reunified Fri, 03 Oct 2025 08:02:07 +0200 The complete Berlin Wall Trail offers history, art, nature and a second city along the former East-West border. http://www.euronews.com/travel/2025/10/02/obb-scraps-sleeper-from-paris-to-vienna-hop-aboard-these-alternative-night-trains-instead http://www.euronews.com/travel/2025/10/02/obb-scraps-sleeper-from-paris-to-vienna-hop-aboard-these-alternative-night-trains-instead Thu, 02 Oct 2025 15:20:35 +0200 Nightjet services connecting Paris, Berlin and Vienna will no longer be offered as of 14 December 2025. http://www.euronews.com/travel/2025/10/01/passengers-stranded-as-low-cost-airline-play-goes-bust-what-are-your-rights http://www.euronews.com/travel/2025/10/01/passengers-stranded-as-low-cost-airline-play-goes-bust-what-are-your-rights Wed, 01 Oct 2025 17:27:20 +0200 Here’s what travellers need to know about their rights to refunds and compensation if a flight company goes bankrupt. http://www.euronews.com/travel/2025/10/01/uk-trials-rail-fares-calculated-by-gps-tracking-passengers-phones-how-will-it-work http://www.euronews.com/travel/2025/10/01/uk-trials-rail-fares-calculated-by-gps-tracking-passengers-phones-how-will-it-work Wed, 01 Oct 2025 16:43:57 +0200 A similar scheme is already in place in other European countries, including Denmark and the Netherlands. http://www.euronews.com/travel/2025/09/28/would-you-pay-for-an-empty-seat-this-airline-will-let-you-bid-for-elbow-room-in-economy http://www.euronews.com/travel/2025/09/28/would-you-pay-for-an-empty-seat-this-airline-will-let-you-bid-for-elbow-room-in-economy Sun, 28 Sep 2025 07:00:44 +0200 A 2023 consumer survey found that 42 per cent of passengers would consider paying a fee to have the middle seat empty. http://www.euronews.com/travel/2025/09/24/why-amsterdams-embattled-residents-are-suing-the-city-over-mass-tourism http://www.euronews.com/travel/2025/09/24/why-amsterdams-embattled-residents-are-suing-the-city-over-mass-tourism Wed, 24 Sep 2025 17:00:38 +0200 Despite measures to curb tourist numbers, overnight stays increased by three per cent in 2024. http://www.euronews.com/travel/2025/09/21/how-far-would-you-travel-for-cheese-discover-europes-best-kept-cheese-secrets-on-this-epic http://www.euronews.com/travel/2025/09/21/how-far-would-you-travel-for-cheese-discover-europes-best-kept-cheese-secrets-on-this-epic Sun, 21 Sep 2025 08:02:18 +0200 This cheese journey takes travellers from vast wetlands to dramatic mountains and sweeping valleys in search of some of Europe’s least-known unique cheeses. http://www.euronews.com/travel/2025/09/17/the-city-has-emptied-out-santiago-de-compostela-battles-with-growing-pressure-from-overtou http://www.euronews.com/travel/2025/09/17/the-city-has-emptied-out-santiago-de-compostela-battles-with-growing-pressure-from-overtou Wed, 17 Sep 2025 07:03:42 +0200 The visitor boom has been turbocharged by social media and experience-driven travel after the coronavirus pandemic. http://www.euronews.com/travel/2025/09/14/from-private-jets-to-former-prisons-these-are-some-of-europes-quirkiest-repurposed-hotels http://www.euronews.com/travel/2025/09/14/from-private-jets-to-former-prisons-these-are-some-of-europes-quirkiest-repurposed-hotels Sun, 14 Sep 2025 07:00:29 +0200 Euronews Travel takes a look at some of Europe’s most unique repurposed hotels, offering travellers the chance to stay in cranes and former cable car stations, among others. http://www.euronews.com/travel/2025/09/13/from-smoking-indoors-to-bringing-your-own-beer-the-oktoberfest-rules-that-could-see-travel http://www.euronews.com/travel/2025/09/13/from-smoking-indoors-to-bringing-your-own-beer-the-oktoberfest-rules-that-could-see-travel Sat, 13 Sep 2025 07:00:35 +0200 While Oktoberfest may be renowned for its festive atmosphere, disregarding rules about public intoxication, among others, may cost visitors dearly. http://www.euronews.com/travel/2025/09/10/difficult-to-settle-in-and-admin-heavy-european-countries-lose-out-in-expat-ranking http://www.euronews.com/travel/2025/09/10/difficult-to-settle-in-and-admin-heavy-european-countries-lose-out-in-expat-ranking Wed, 10 Sep 2025 13:44:05 +0200 Only one European country made it into the top 10 of a 2025 ranking, while six took spots in the bottom 10. http://www.euronews.com/travel/2025/09/09/why-you-should-take-a-slow-journey-through-tuscany-on-a-retro-1970s-train-this-autumn http://www.euronews.com/travel/2025/09/09/why-you-should-take-a-slow-journey-through-tuscany-on-a-retro-1970s-train-this-autumn Tue, 09 Sep 2025 17:38:07 +0200 You’ll need to book quickly as the route is only running for a limited time this autumn. http://www.euronews.com/travel/2025/09/07/from-scotland-to-venice-these-are-some-of-europes-most-scenic-train-journeys http://www.euronews.com/travel/2025/09/07/from-scotland-to-venice-these-are-some-of-europes-most-scenic-train-journeys Sun, 07 Sep 2025 07:00:37 +0200 From the famous Venice Simplon-Orient-Express to Scotland’s Kyle Line, these picturesque rail journeys allow travellers to enjoy the best of Europe at a leisurely pace. http://www.euronews.com/travel/2025/09/06/how-women-over-50-are-redefining-solo-travel-through-culture-connection-and-purpose http://www.euronews.com/travel/2025/09/06/how-women-over-50-are-redefining-solo-travel-through-culture-connection-and-purpose Sat, 06 Sep 2025 07:00:48 +0200 Older solo female travellers are pushing the boundaries of travel by rewriting luxury travel and seeking out deeper, more memorable cultural immersion experiences. http://www.euronews.com/travel/2025/09/01/cheap-flights-costly-choices-how-extreme-day-trips-are-fuelling-overtourism-and-climate-da http://www.euronews.com/travel/2025/09/01/cheap-flights-costly-choices-how-extreme-day-trips-are-fuelling-overtourism-and-climate-da Mon, 01 Sep 2025 08:01:05 +0200 Budget ‘flying visits’ come at a great cost, contributing to overtourism and the climate crisis. http://www.euronews.com/travel/2025/08/26/retirement-homes-getting-too-expensive-this-cruise-is-offering-a-permanent-holiday-instead http://www.euronews.com/travel/2025/08/26/retirement-homes-getting-too-expensive-this-cruise-is-offering-a-permanent-holiday-instead Tue, 26 Aug 2025 14:50:45 +0200 A cruise line is offering passengers the opportunity to spend their retirement travelling the world with their Golden Passport scheme. http://www.euronews.com/travel/2025/08/26/from-rotating-cable-cars-to-steam-trains-experience-all-of-switzerland-with-these-classic- http://www.euronews.com/travel/2025/08/26/from-rotating-cable-cars-to-steam-trains-experience-all-of-switzerland-with-these-classic- Tue, 26 Aug 2025 07:06:12 +0200 Explore Switzerland off the beaten path with some of these immersive journeys taking you from dramatic Alps to peaceful valleys and lush meadows. http://www.euronews.com/travel/2025/08/21/remove-stops-from-google-maps-venetians-angered-after-tourists-discover-2-gondola-ferries http://www.euronews.com/travel/2025/08/21/remove-stops-from-google-maps-venetians-angered-after-tourists-discover-2-gondola-ferries Thu, 21 Aug 2025 10:53:23 +0200 The ‘traghetti’ ferry passengers between the two banks of the Grand Canal - a useful service considering there are only four bridges that cross it. http://www.euronews.com/travel/2025/08/16/from-warzones-to-tropical-islands-meet-the-19-year-old-solo-traveller-who-has-visited-118- http://www.euronews.com/travel/2025/08/16/from-warzones-to-tropical-islands-meet-the-19-year-old-solo-traveller-who-has-visited-118- Sat, 16 Aug 2025 08:00:55 +0200 Euronews Travel spoke to solo-traveller Arjun Malaviya about his experiences, from navigating dangerous conflict areas and warzones, to negotiating with customs officials and reaching some of the remotest parts of the world. http://www.euronews.com/travel/2025/08/15/why-thailands-new-luxury-blue-jasmine-train-will-be-like-a-boutique-hotel-on-wheels http://www.euronews.com/travel/2025/08/15/why-thailands-new-luxury-blue-jasmine-train-will-be-like-a-boutique-hotel-on-wheels Fri, 15 Aug 2025 15:09:28 +0200 Thailand’s upcoming luxury heritage train will allow passengers to visit historical sites and engage in deeper cultural immersion experiences- without compromising on style or comfort. http://www.euronews.com/travel/2025/08/13/what-is-personalised-pricing-and-could-it-be-making-your-holiday-more-expensive http://www.euronews.com/travel/2025/08/13/what-is-personalised-pricing-and-could-it-be-making-your-holiday-more-expensive Wed, 13 Aug 2025 15:07:32 +0200 Experts say travel providers are using consumers’ personal data to tailor prices to individual customers. http://www.euronews.com/travel/2025/08/12/how-to-stay-safe-if-youre-visiting-greece-and-turkiye-during-summer-wildfire-season http://www.euronews.com/travel/2025/08/12/how-to-stay-safe-if-youre-visiting-greece-and-turkiye-during-summer-wildfire-season Tue, 12 Aug 2025 14:00:54 +0200 Summer blazes are common in Europe, where experts warn that climate change is exacerbating the situation. http://www.euronews.com/travel/2025/08/08/travel-by-train-in-japan-to-the-most-impressive-fireworks-festivals-in-the-world http://www.euronews.com/travel/2025/08/08/travel-by-train-in-japan-to-the-most-impressive-fireworks-festivals-in-the-world Fri, 08 Aug 2025 07:02:13 +0200 One festival features the largest firework in the world, known as the ‘Yonshakudama’ http://www.euronews.com/travel/2025/08/06/travelling-in-europe-this-summer-here-are-all-the-things-that-could-ruin-your-holiday http://www.euronews.com/travel/2025/08/06/travelling-in-europe-this-summer-here-are-all-the-things-that-could-ruin-your-holiday Wed, 06 Aug 2025 12:55:03 +0200 Be prepared by taking out the right travel insurance, staying up to date with weather warnings, and getting your head around tourist taxes. http://www.euronews.com/travel/2025/08/02/panoramic-carriages-and-unlimited-champagne-are-these-the-best-train-journeys-in-the-world http://www.euronews.com/travel/2025/08/02/panoramic-carriages-and-unlimited-champagne-are-these-the-best-train-journeys-in-the-world Sat, 02 Aug 2025 07:02:05 +0200 Two of the trains have new routes planned for 2026, with one offering scenic travel to FIFA World Cup locations. http://www.euronews.com/travel/2025/07/27/live-the-belle-epoque-dream-by-travelling-through-spain-aboard-this-1930s-luxury-train http://www.euronews.com/travel/2025/07/27/live-the-belle-epoque-dream-by-travelling-through-spain-aboard-this-1930s-luxury-train Sun, 27 Jul 2025 07:02:37 +0200 During the dreamy journey, passengers stop at some of Spain’s most magnificent cities and storied attractions. http://www.euronews.com/travel/2025/07/13/carpet-weaving-fire-dancing-and-argan-oil-discovering-the-ancient-traditions-of-marrakech http://www.euronews.com/travel/2025/07/13/carpet-weaving-fire-dancing-and-argan-oil-discovering-the-ancient-traditions-of-marrakech Sun, 13 Jul 2025 10:07:06 +0200 Marrakech’s enduring, age-old traditions are the soul of the city. Here’s how to seek them out on your next trip. http://www.euronews.com/travel/2025/07/07/as-governments-crack-down-on-airbnb-here-are-your-refund-rights-if-your-booking-is-cancell http://www.euronews.com/travel/2025/07/07/as-governments-crack-down-on-airbnb-here-are-your-refund-rights-if-your-booking-is-cancell Mon, 07 Jul 2025 07:00:09 +0200 Here are travellers’ rights to a refund or compensation when their rental booking is cancelled. http://www.euronews.com/travel/2025/07/03/venice-dubrovnik-the-balearic-islands-how-to-cruise-responsibly-in-overtouristed-destinati http://www.euronews.com/travel/2025/07/03/venice-dubrovnik-the-balearic-islands-how-to-cruise-responsibly-in-overtouristed-destinati Thu, 03 Jul 2025 07:00:24 +0200 Travellers looking to cruise responsibly don’t have to avoid destinations with restrictions or taxes. http://www.euronews.com/travel/2025/07/02/experience-kyotos-1000-year-old-festival-with-parades-night-markets-and-floating-shrines http://www.euronews.com/travel/2025/07/02/experience-kyotos-1000-year-old-festival-with-parades-night-markets-and-floating-shrines Wed, 02 Jul 2025 15:03:16 +0200 Gion Matsuri is a bucket list experience for many visitors to the Japanese city. http://www.euronews.com/travel/2025/06/16/is-flying-safe-experts-on-why-the-air-india-crash-shouldnt-make-you-scared-to-get-on-a-pla http://www.euronews.com/travel/2025/06/16/is-flying-safe-experts-on-why-the-air-india-crash-shouldnt-make-you-scared-to-get-on-a-pla Mon, 16 Jun 2025 17:05:01 +0200 If you’re a nervous flyer, here’s reassurance from industry specialists, plus a guide to the world’s safest airlines. http://www.euronews.com/travel/2025/06/16/rescue-fees-infant-charges-and-group-bookings-which-european-airline-has-the-highest-hidde http://www.euronews.com/travel/2025/06/16/rescue-fees-infant-charges-and-group-bookings-which-european-airline-has-the-highest-hidde Mon, 16 Jun 2025 16:00:16 +0200 In some cases, passengers have no choice but to purchase these “optional” services. http://www.euronews.com/travel/2025/06/12/this-new-night-train-is-promising-travel-to-100-european-cities-for-less-than-the-price-of http://www.euronews.com/travel/2025/06/12/this-new-night-train-is-promising-travel-to-100-european-cities-for-less-than-the-price-of Thu, 12 Jun 2025 16:30:20 +0200 A new company is launching sleeper trains with entirely private rooms. http://www.euronews.com/travel/2025/06/08/i-took-a-7-day-trip-from-paris-to-istanbul-on-europes-newest-transcontinental-train http://www.euronews.com/travel/2025/06/08/i-took-a-7-day-trip-from-paris-to-istanbul-on-europes-newest-transcontinental-train Sun, 08 Jun 2025 11:02:16 +0200 This luxurious slow train might just be the best new way to see Europe. http://www.euronews.com/travel/2025/06/07/all-of-the-cheese-none-of-the-hassle-why-i-took-a-small-group-rail-tour-through-switzerlan http://www.euronews.com/travel/2025/06/07/all-of-the-cheese-none-of-the-hassle-why-i-took-a-small-group-rail-tour-through-switzerlan Sat, 07 Jun 2025 11:06:07 +0200 Keen to save time on planning, Vicky Smith tried a guided train trip with small-group adventure company Intrepid. http://www.euronews.com/travel/2025/06/05/fragrance-free-toiletries-and-lots-of-snacks-the-ultimate-packing-list-for-the-hajj-pilgri http://www.euronews.com/travel/2025/06/05/fragrance-free-toiletries-and-lots-of-snacks-the-ultimate-packing-list-for-the-hajj-pilgri Thu, 05 Jun 2025 14:15:01 +0200 The annual pilgrimage to Mecca, the holiest city for Muslims, can often fall during one of the hottest periods of the year. http://www.euronews.com/travel/2025/06/01/seaweed-harvesting-and-midsummer-feasting-in-sweden-helped-me-reconnect-with-my-island-roo http://www.euronews.com/travel/2025/06/01/seaweed-harvesting-and-midsummer-feasting-in-sweden-helped-me-reconnect-with-my-island-roo Sun, 01 Jun 2025 11:02:08 +0200 Vrångö is a tiny but breathtaking fraction of the 30,000 islands scattered all around Sweden.