Booking.com study maps a turning point for sustainable travel across all ages and markets
Sustainable travel has reached a turning point, with new global research showing that eco-conscious choices are no longer confined to a single generation, income bracket or traveler type, but are reshaping how people of all […]
Demand for sustainability-certified hotel accommodation has reached a significant milestone, with travelers booking 100 million room nights at third-party certified properties on Booking.com in 2025, as green stays shift from niche preference to mainstream travel […]
Growing concerns about overtourism and climate discomfort are driving a measurable shift in global travel behavior, with more travelers than ever actively choosing quieter destinations and off-peak timing for their trips in 2026. The trend […]
Extreme weather is actively reshaping how and where people travel, with nearly a third of global travelers canceling or changing trip plans in the past 12 months due to climate-related disruptions, according to new research […]
Registrations for the Gay Games Valencia 2026 have exceeded 8,500 participants with 67 days remaining before the event begins on June 27, organisers said. The twelfth edition of the international sporting event, which celebrates sexual […]
Valencia’s Palacio del Marqués de Dos Aguas is drawing growing attention from visitors as one of the city’s most distinctive historic landmarks, combining centuries of history with elaborate rococo design. The palace, located in the […]
Catalonia’s airports handled more than 1.7 million international passengers in March, a 5.7% increase compared with the same month a year earlier, according to data released by Spain’s Ministry of Industry and Tourism. The region […]
Tourism bookings to Italy are declining in April 2026, with fewer reservations from American travellers and rising cancellations reported by industry groups, as geopolitical tensions and higher travel costs weigh on demand ahead of the […]
Older travelers are significantly more likely to take practical steps toward sustainable travel than their younger counterparts, despite expressing lower overall intentions to do so, according to new research from Booking.com. The finding is part […]
Waitrose is making its first move into airport retail, partnering with Lagardère Travel Retail to bring its premium food-to-go range to four RELAY stores at Heathrow Airport Terminal 2. The first store is set to […]
Airlines are cutting or reshaping parts of their summer schedules as higher fuel costs, shifting passenger demand and tighter operational limits force carriers to concentrate on their strongest routes. In the latest moves over the […]
India continues to attract millions of international visitors each year, drawn by its culture, scale and iconic landmarks. But travel experts warn that independent backpacking trips across the country can expose tourists to significant risks […]
Ibiza is repositioning itself as a destination for sustainable tourism, with a renewed focus on culture, nature and local identity beyond its global reputation for nightlife. Authorities and tourism bodies are highlighting lesser-known aspects of […]
A new international hospitality brand is expanding across Europe with a pipeline that stretches from the olive groves of Tuscany to the concert halls of Stockholm. Miramis, owned by Swedish investment company Qarlbo AB, announced […]
Katy Perry visited Rome this week, drawing crowds at major landmarks and staging a show at the city’s Nuvola convention centre. The singer was seen at the Trevi Fountain and St Peter’s Basilica, where her […]
Soon, tourists and commuters along Norway’s stunning coastline will travel aboard “flying” electric ferries. Norwegian operator Boreal AS has ordered 20 Candela P-12 electric hydrofoil vessels from Sweden’s Candela Technology, marking the world’s largest electric fleet to […]
Time Out has released its annual list of the world’s best cities for 2026, with three Spanish destinations securing places in the global ranking. The list is based on a survey of more than 24,000 […]
Singapore Changi Airport registered 17.6 million passenger movements from January to March 2026 (Q1), a 2.3% increase year-on-year. Aircraft movements, comprising landings and take-offs, totalled 95,300 for the quarter, up 1.4% compared to the same period last year. Passenger traffic for the quarter was driven by strong demand to and from North Asia and […]
The caravan and motorhome sector in Spain is shifting from rapid growth to a more stable phase, industry figures say, as nearly 200 vehicles were showcased at a major caravaning fair in Valencia. The fair, […]
The medieval town of Badalucco, located just 20 kilometers from the bustling tourist hub of San Remo, offers travelers a serene and picturesque escape from the crowds of the Italian Riviera. Nestled between mountains and […]
A passenger discovered an anonymous note left by a child on a commercial flight, aiming to inspire kindness and positivity. The message urged readers to contribute to making the world a better place. This charming […]
Seville’s renowned April Fair, commencing at midnight on Monday, is set to attract 3 million attendees over six days. The event, held in the Los Remedios district, transforms the area with over 1,000 tents and […]
Somaliland, a self-declared state on the Horn of Africa, is drawing renewed international attention as geopolitical rivalries intensify around its strategic coastline along the Gulf of Aden. For travellers, that matters because destinations once seen […]
A Ryanair flight to Marrakech departed empty from Vatry Airport in eastern France on 14 April, leaving 192 passengers stranded after they were denied boarding. The 3 hour 30 minute flight took off without travellers […]
The European Union has updated its Air Safety List, banning 169 airlines from operating within its airspace due to safety concerns. The latest revision, published in December 2025, continues into 2026 and includes carriers that […]
The bustling waters of the Strait of Hormuz are showing signs of renewal as the MSC Euribia, a cruise ship, successfully charts a course towards Northern Europe. After a significant 45-day hiatus, the vessel leaves […]
Train services in Paris are set to face significant disruption over the May Day holiday period as a combination of major engineering works, station closures, and public demonstrations affect the network. The closure of Gare […]
Korean Air has officially completed a comprehensive 42-month infrastructure overhaul of its lounges at Incheon International Airport Terminal 2 with the unveiling of its renovated flagship First and Prestige Class West Lounges. Following a 110 […]
A Hollywood production starring Brad Pitt filmed across five locations in Greece between February 19 and March 19, 2026, generating an immediate tourism surge on the island of Hydra and drawing fresh attention to the […]
Lady Gaga’s Mayhem Ball world tour concluded on April 13, 2026, at Madison Square Garden in New York City, closing an 86-show run that spanned Asia, Europe, North America and Oceania and generated hundreds of […]
German tour operator alltours is expanding its proprietary hotel brand alltoura Club Hotels with four new properties in Turkey for the summer 2026 season. The new resorts are located along two of Turkey’s most popular […]
Uncertainty over whether Novak Djokovic will compete at the Mutua Madrid Open later in April is affecting travel demand forecasts in Spain, as the Serbian player continues to manage a shoulder injury while preparing on […]
Hotel loyalty programmes have become a decisive factor in where travellers choose to stay, according to new global research published in 2026 by the Global Hotel Alliance (GHA) and independent agency Bond Brand Loyalty. The […]
Volotea and ITA Airways have launched a bilateral codeshare agreement, effective April 15, 2026, creating up to 104 origin and destination combinations across their combined European networks. The deal builds on an interline agreement the […]
The Meetings Show Asia Pacific 2026 (TMS APAC) concluded its third edition on a high note, reinforcing Asia Pacific’s position as one of the world’s most dynamic and resilient markets for the MICE industry. Held from […]