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From Sofia to Verona: Europe’s 10 best city breaks for 2027
Bulgaria’s capital Sofia leads a new ranking of the 10 best city breaks in Europe, which also includes Lisbon in Portugal, Bristol in the UK, Leuven in Belgium and Verona and Italy. #Destinations
Travel | Euronews • Mike StarlingChef Daniel Boulud’s 5 Favorite Places in Lyon, France
The world-famous chef, who just opened his latest outpost in Manhattan, shares some places he loves in the French city he says “will always be home.”
NYT > Travel • Celeste Moure and Camille McOuatLufthansa Group boosts Japan network with up to 50 flights per week
Due to a ‘strong increase in demand’, the group’s airlines will offer up to 50 weekly flights to four Japanese airports next summer.
Travel | Euronews • Mike Starling‘A winning combination of culture and nature’: exploring Germany’s green heart by bus
From ancient forests to spas, medieval cities and the birthplace of Bauhaus, Thuringia packs a punch for a car-free autumn break
Travel | The Guardian • Veidehi GiteIs a Norway cruise worth it for a digital nomad who hates sitting still?
Is a Norway cruise worth it for digital nomads? Discover Norway’s stunning fjords, Northern Lights, onboard Wi-Fi, and tips for planning your trip.
The other Aswan: Why this quiet corner of Egypt deserves more than a Nile cruise stop
Most people arrive in Aswan with a few days of Nile cruising behind them and a head already crowded... The post The other Aswan: Why this quiet corner of Egypt deserves more than a Nile cruise stop appeared first on A Luxury Travel Blog.
A Luxury Travel Blog • Sherif KhalilGlass igloos and sky villas: New places to stay in Finnish Lapland
Finnish Lapland is a winter wonderland with plenty of things to see and do as well as a variety of places to stay. Here we take a look at some of the new accommodation options.
Travel | Euronews • Mike StarlingGeorge on Monday: Riyadh Airport Hit Again, Trump’s Ukraine Ceasefire Claim Falters, U.S. Disables Ship Leaving Iran, Simon Pounds Mexico, Panama Reports 200 Aftershocks, Nikon Wildlife Photo Contest
@THE LEDE Good morning! Today is Monday, the twelfth of October, 2026 and this is the Monday Edition of GEORGE. The new week opens with a claim of peace already overtaken by attacks upon airports, energy infrastructure, ships, cities, and the institutions expected to restrain them. GEORGE begins the week with another deadly attack upon the airport in Riyadh and damage at the airport in Dammam, while U.S. President Donald Trump announces
Frequent Business Traveler • GeorgeWorld’s Largest M in Platteville
Four miles northeast of Platteville, a gigantic white “M” dominates the landscape. At 241 feet high and 214 feet wide, it is the world’s largest “M”. Set at a 45-degree angle and facing south, the landmark proudly celebrates the region’s mining heritage.
No Boo For Cuffing Season? Report Claims These Are The ‘Best Neighborhoods For Black Singles’
Per a recently released report, Houston’s Third Ward is America’s best neighborhood for Black singles this cuffing season, with Chicago’s Hyde Park and Brooklyn’s Bed-Stuy trailing it.
Travel Noire • Natasha DeckerAlton Military Prison Site in Alton
Alton, Illinois's State Penitentiary officially opened in 1833, making it the first state prison in Illinois. It was used to incarcerate convicted criminals from across the state and later served as a military prison. During the Civil War, the facility became the Alton Military Prison and was used to hold Confederate prisoners of war. More than 11,000 Confederate soldiers were held there before the prison closed.
Macedonian Tomb of Agios Athanasios in Agios Athanasios
Encased safely inside a concrete protective shell beneath a 12-metre-high burial mound (tumulus) is a late 4th-century BC Macedonian tomb holding a breathtaking secret: flawlessly preserved, 2,400-year-old fresco paintings.
16th Street Baptist Church Opens Education & Visitor Center 63 Years After Klan Bombing
Sixteenth Street Baptist Church opened an Education & Visitor Center on the 63rd anniversary of the 1963 Birmingham bombing that killed four girls.
Travel Noire • Mitti HicksTell us about your favourite spooky spot in the UK
With Halloween approaching, we need you to send us your travel tips on eerie sites and ghostly tours. The best tip wins £200 towards a Coolstays break
Travel | The Guardian • Guardian community teamStatue of Žorik in Tallinn
Žorik was the best-known dog in Tallinn for most of his roughly fifteen years alive, at a time when free-roaming dogs had already grown rare in the city. Born in 2007 in Kalamaja, once a working-class fishing district that has since gentrified, he lost his first owner as a puppy and spent most of his life on the streets nearby.
Your Medication Could Be Restricted Abroad. Check Before You Pack
The Adderall in your carry-on is a routine prescription in the United States and, according to Japan’s Narcotics Control Department, an illegal drug in Japan, where medication containing amphetamines is prohibited and travelers risk arrest even when they hold a valid American prescription.
Travel Noire • Faith KatungaStarted planning for summer 2027? Two airlines announce 47 new routes
Ryanair has released its first 29 new flight routes for summer 2027, while easyJet has also confirmed 18 new routes from the UK.
Travel | Euronews • Mike StarlingPhilippines Digital Nomad Visa 2026: Rules and Real Status
The Philippines digital nomad visa exists on paper under EO 86, but as of October 2026 there is no form, fee or income figure. What the order says, who qualifies, and what to use instead.
Two Monkeys Travel Group • Two Monkeys Travel - ContributorWhat it will take for the Griffith Park merry-go-round to finally spin again
Plans are underway to make the landmark carousel operational again, with help from theme park designers. But the project, expected to take years and cost millions, won't be easy.
Travel & Experiences • Todd MartensYou could own a Scottish island for €414,000 – but there’s a catch
Hildasay Island off the west coast of Shetland offers spectacular views and birdlife, but no real creature comforts.
Travel | Euronews • Dianne Apen-Sadler5 Horror Movie Locations to Get You in the Halloween Spirit
Here’s one fan’s guide to visiting some of the genre’s fabled filming locations, from “The Shining” to “Friday the 13th.”
NYT > Travel • Erik PiepenburgWhat you need to know about the ‘pilgra-merch’ travel trend
Tourists are showing off how well-travelled they are through destination-specific grocery tote bags or branded hotel caps.
Travel | Euronews • Dianne Apen-SadlerA lakeside idyll: laid-back cycling and autumn hikes on Italy’s Lake Iseo
Smaller and less visited than Como and Garda, Lake Iseo harbours a gorgeous car-free island ideal for easy-going cycling and sightseeing
Travel | The Guardian • Suzy PopeWhy 2027 is the year to explore the United States by train
The United States is marking 200 years of passenger rail travel with scenic long-distance routes, vintage steam trains, historic stations and unusual railway stays. Here’s how to explore the country by train in 2027. #Destinations
Travel | Euronews • Saskia O’DonoghueWithout Newcastle, the world would not exist
“Without Newcastle, the world would not exist. You’ve got to understand that.” So begins our city tour with Michael,... The post Without Newcastle, the world would not exist appeared first on A Luxury Travel Blog.
A Luxury Travel Blog • Paul JohnsonGeorge on the Weekend: At Least 4 Dead as Isaias Makes Landfall; Riyadh Airport Attack Kills 12, Injures 300; Pennsylvania Mass Shooting Leaves 9 Dead; In Kansas Senate Campaign, l’affaire Cookiegate
@THE LEDE Good morning! Today is Sunday, the eleventh of October, 2026 and this is the Weekend Edition of GEORGE. The week closes with institutions of law, government, and technology struggling to keep pace with the forces they helped unleash. GEORGE celebrates the weekend by bringing consequential stories into focus, including developments readers may have missed in the course of a busy week. At press time, U.S. President Donald Trump said Saturday that the
Frequent Business Traveler • GeorgeA ferocious Hurricane Simon nears Mexico with 155 mph winds and flooding fears
Hurricane Simon is just off the Pacific coast of Mexico and is expected to move inland as an extremely powerful storm
ABC News: Travel • ABC NewsGulet charters in Turkey: The yacht matters more than the route
There’s a moment I’ve seen happen a few times. A guest who came aboard a little unsure about a... The post Gulet charters in Turkey: The yacht matters more than the route appeared first on A Luxury Travel Blog.
A Luxury Travel Blog • Giulia Di LeoHealing waters: 10 of the best spa towns in Europe for a restorative autumn break
From Alpine valleys to belle époque towns, dip your toes in the therapeutic waters and steaming mineral pools at spa hotels offering centuries-old healing treatments
Travel | The Guardian • Fiona KerrEurope’s best Christmas markets to visit this festive season
Europe is world-famous for its Christmas markets, and more than 1,500 take place every year. Choosing which to visit can be as tricky as putting together your present wish list. Here are the top picks, as voted for by travellers. #Destinations
Travel | Euronews • Saskia O’DonoghueBest Things To Do In Inverness, Scotland
In recent years, I’ve been spending at least a month annually in Inverness: no small commitment for a nomad! The hiking brought me to this Scottish town, but the rich cultural scene, peated Highland whiskies, and small-town vibes have kept me coming back year after year. Whether I’m at the climbing gym or the Impact... The post Best Things To Do In Inverness, Scotland appeared first on We Are Global Travellers.
We Are Global Travellers • Sarah BenvenutiTouring Tuscany for Piero della Francesca’s Most Resplendent Artworks
A writer’s road trip in search of the early Renaissance master’s most resplendent works takes her to towns beyond Florence, the birthplace of the Italian Renaissance.
NYT > Travel • Florence Fabricant and Clara VannucciConor Kennedy and Giulia Be Married in Rio
The couple’s three-day wedding celebration in Rio de Janeiro brought together two families with political ties as rising tensions surround Brazil’s presidential election.
NYT > Travel • Jesse McKinley and Julia Dias CarneiroIceland with kids: Why a private tour makes family travel easier
The handball came out at Dyrhólaey. A father and his daughter, over from Quebec, were throwing it back and... The post Iceland with kids: Why a private tour makes family travel easier appeared first on A Luxury Travel Blog.
A Luxury Travel Blog • Julien AchacheHow to Become a Digital Nomad from the Philippines (2026)
How to become a digital nomad from the Philippines in four stages: income targets in pesos, BIR and PhilHealth, NAIA documents, visa-free trips and nomad visas.
Two Monkeys Travel Group • Two Monkeys Travel - ContributorSpa bliss in the Alps: hot springs and hiking in the shadow of Mont Blanc
An autumn break in the French mountain town of Saint-Gervais-Les-Bains offers thermal treatments and glorious walking trails before the winter ski crowds descend
Travel | The Guardian • Jane KnightSelfies and inspiration: European travellers’ social habits revealed
Research by Opodo has revealed how social media is impacting the way we travel. From choosing what to post to not being engaged at all, here are the trends identified by the study.
Travel | Euronews • Fakhriya M. SuleimanHurricane Isaias: What Travelers Need to Know
The storm, which has already closed airports and canceled trains along the Gulf, could have impacts on major hubs like Atlanta and Charlotte.
NYT > Travel • Ryley OberWood Street Steps in Philadelphia
The Wood Street Steps are the last surviving examples of 10 or more stairways Philadelphia founder William Penn commissioned along the original Delaware Riverbank.
9 Injured After J.F.K.-Bound Flight Hits Severe Turbulence
Avianca Flight 42 was en route to New York from Medellín, Colombia, when it “encountered unexpected turbulence” and was diverted to Miami.
NYT > Travel • Gabe Castro-RootTrump’s Face Could Soon Be Inside Every New US Passport
Trump’s portrait appears in a preview of the 2028 U.S. passport redesign. Here’s what travelers should know about renewing before the rollout.
Travel Noire • Faith KatungaUnited First And Business Class Are Getting Base Fares. Here’s What It Means For Your Wallet
Flyers who want to fly United First or United Business have a new fare option that may make their flight more affordable, depending on their travel needs.
Travel Noire • Natasha DeckerHere Are The Best All-Inclusive Resorts In The Caribbean
All-inclusive resorts provide an underrated luxury of just showing up and letting the destination do the rest.
Travel Noire • Mitti HicksHigh Shoals Falls in Hiawassee
High Shoals Falls is a secluded waterfall. To get there you must access the trailhead on Indian Grave Gap Rd in Hiawassee, Ga. The drive up the mountain is exhilarating.
Here’s How Chicago Claimed The ‘Best Big City’ Honor 10 Years In A Row
Chicago has been named the Best Big City in the U.S. by Condé Nast Traveler for the 10th consecutive year, setting a record.
Travel Noire • Natasha DeckerReview: Harbour Way, Seahouses, Northumberland, UK
Having visited the North East of England for many years, we have always held a deep affection for this... The post Review: Harbour Way, Seahouses, Northumberland, UK appeared first on A Luxury Travel Blog.
A Luxury Travel Blog • Paul JohnsonTiptree Jam Museum in Tiptree
If you have stayed in hotels in the UK, you likely got a mini jam from Wilkin & Sons at your breakfast buffet. In a converted barn on the grounds of the Wilkin & Sons preserve factory in an Essex village, the Tiptree Jam Museum tells the story of one of Britain's most beloved jam brands. The entrance is marked by a long, retro-looking pole which was in fact the Tiptree Jam Factory's chimney from 1984 to 2021.
Karl Bushby Set Out To Walk Around The World At 29. After 28 Years, He’s Almost Home
On the afternoon of Monday, October 5, a 57-year-old former British paratrooper in a wetsuit waded out of the English Channel onto Shakespeare Beach, just south of Dover, where his father, brothers, and filmmaker Werner Herzog stood waiting with a camera crew.
Travel Noire • Faith KatungaGold Rush Cabin in Dawson City
No one knows exactly when Dawson City's Gold Rush Cabin was built, but historical records place it here by 1900 and suggest it may be somewhat older. Its earliest documented connections are to the Trading & Exploring Company, one of the businesses operating in Dawson as the frenzy of the Klondike Gold Rush was beginning to subside.
Airlines Are Upgrading Wi-Fi. Not All Are Using Elon Musk’s Service
Mr. Musk, whose company SpaceX owns Starlink, has attacked the top executive of Delta Air Lines for not selecting the internet provider.
NYT > Travel • Niraj ChokshiVirgin unveils train designs for London-Europe service from 2030
The company plans to launch 20 daily return services linking London with Paris, Brussels and Amsterdam, and wants to bring its signature hospitality to the service.
Travel | Euronews • Saskia O’DonoghueAtlas Obscura’s Guide to America’s Most Haunted Cemeteries
It’s nice to imagine death as an endless deep sleep, but not everyone is so lucky. In cemeteries across the U.S., you’ll find souls whose final resting places are not, in fact, restful at all. Perhaps they died with scores unsettled or, perhaps, their graves were ravaged by greedy developers. Sometimes, heartbreak rendered them unable to move on peacefully; in other cases, they simply couldn’t resist the chance to toy with their living visitors.
Atlas Obscura - Latest Articles and Places • Holyn ThigpenWTTC Global Summit: All the key takeaways travellers need to know
The 26th edition of the World Travel & Tourism Council Global Summit just concluded in Malta – here’s what you may have missed from the ‘Davos of travel’.
Travel | Euronews • Dianne Apen-SadlerHere’s why history-inspired travel will take off in 2027
Skyscanner’s 2027 travel trends report points to growing demand for historic trails, ancient ruins and iconic destinations brought to life on screen, as travellers look to the past for a sense of connection in a fast-paced world.
Travel | Euronews • Saskia O’DonoghueDubai Airports CEO: Narrow body jets will ‘change the shape of travel’
Speaking on the sidelines of the WTTC Global Summit in Malta, Dubai Airports chief Paul Griffiths shared that he believes the expansion of regional airports will be key in the next decade of travel.
Travel | Euronews • Dianne Apen-SadlerHow to have the best Sunday in L.A., according to Charles Phoenix
There'll be clam chowder on a floating barge, thrifting on Retro Row and a ride on an electric Duffy boat in Long Beach.
Travel & Experiences • Lisa BooneRevealed: The most popular luxury honeymoon destinations for 2027
Greece tops the ranking of the world’s most popular honeymoon destinations for 2027 in Virtuoso’s latest Luxe Report, ahead of Bali and the Maldives. #Destinations
Travel | Euronews • Mike StarlingHow a ‘Garbage Artist’ Is Helping Transform an Adirondack Mill Town
Thomas Dambo, the acclaimed Danish sculptor, unveiled his first permanent troll in New York State. Will it offer a lasting economic boon in the town of Tupper Lake?
NYT > Travel • Ryley Ober‘A candelit spa, followed by an ice-cold plunge and a nightcap’: readers’ favourite European wellbeing breaks
From a historic bathhouse in Sweden to forest bathing in Croatia, readers share their favourite places to relax and recharge
Travel | The Guardian • Guardian readersSantorini: Wine, gastronomy and experiences beyond the famous sunsets
At the October tourism forum, GNTO representatives presented the travel preferences of tourists from key European markets, and local authorities are preparing 32 short videos to highlight lesser-known aspects of the Greek island.
Travel | Euronews • Akis TatsisNew Zealand in autumn: A quieter season, a richer journey
Most people planning their first journey to New Zealand start by looking at our summer. I understand why. December,... The post New Zealand in autumn: A quieter season, a richer journey appeared first on A Luxury Travel Blog.
A Luxury Travel Blog • Veronika Vermeulen21 Birds Are Found at Miami Airport Stuffed in Underwear and Hidden in a Belt
Two men, who arrived separately from Cuba days apart, each carried clutches of live birds concealed in their clothes, the authorities said.
NYT > Travel • Rebecca ChaoBeyond Ranthambore: Quieter wildlife experiences in India
Ask anyone who knows me and they’ll tell you, I love Ranthambore. I first went in 2010 to stay... The post Beyond Ranthambore: Quieter wildlife experiences in India appeared first on A Luxury Travel Blog.
A Luxury Travel Blog • Kate PookOculus Tower in Ferrara
At first glance, the Oculus Tower looks more like a futuristic arena than part of an old distillery. Rising from the remains of the former Eridania industrial complex in Ferrara, this seven-story circular concrete structure was once the heart of a large alcohol-production plant.
Argentina Wants Wealthy Foreigners To Buy Citizenship. Should Black Americans Consider It?
Argentina plans to offer citizenship to wealthy foreign investors. Here’s what Black Americans should know about life in the country.
Travel Noire • Faith KatungaThe Reading Room in Chattanooga
Is there a better pairing than a good book and a great drink? You can find both at this cozy bar on the east side of Chattanooga. But the books lining the walls of the Reading Room are not just decoration. They are for sale, and their journey began, appropriately enough, at the library.
It All Comes Together in Chattanooga
Chattanooga may be best known for its natural beauty, surrounded by mountains, valleys, and the Tennessee River. This charming Appalachian city is also home to annual music festivals like the IBMA World of Bluegrass and the 3 Sisters Bluegrass Festival. The streets and venues fill with musicians and fans dedicated to upholding the traditions of bluegrass music.
Atlas Obscura - Latest Articles and Places • Daniel McDermonEastern California Museum in Independence
100 years ago, if you lived long enough in the rural American West, it was entirely reasonable, that at some point, you might find yourself with a ever shrinking amount of teeth and a surplus of coyotes. Such was the position George Washington Hancock found himself in the early part of the twentieth century in Independence, California. In desperate need of dentures and lacking the funds for professional pair from a dentist, George decided to take matters into his own hands.
What you can only experience in Iceland with a private guide: The winter edition
The storm arrived on day five. A mother and her daughter from New Jersey were staying at a small... The post What you can only experience in Iceland with a private guide: The winter edition appeared first on A Luxury Travel Blog.
A Luxury Travel Blog • Julien AchacheFifty Leven Wine Founder Kindra Dionne On Virginia Wine Country, Black Entrepreneurship, And What’s Next
Fifty Leven Wine founder Kindra Dionne shares why Virginia wine country is worth exploring and what’s next for her Black-owned wine brand.
Travel Noire • Natasha DeckerJason Miller Statue in Scranton
In 2009 Jason Miller, who played Father Karras in The Exorcist and won a Pulitzer Prize for writing That Championship Season, was immortalized forever with his bronze statue in Scranton Courthouse Square.
Best 50 bars in the world have been revealed – and 18 are in Europe
Europe dominates this year’s 50 Best ranking, with 18 bars making the top 50 and Paris overtaking London as the continent’s best-represented city. Hong Kong’s Bar Leone retains the global crown, while Milan’s Moebius Milano and Athens’ Line also break into the top five.
Travel | Euronews • Saskia O’DonoghueHopper Says 2026 Holiday Airfare Is At A 10-Year High
According to a recent report, travelers should brace themselves, and their wallets, for air travel this holiday season. In a late-September report, Hopper said holiday-season airfare is higher this year than in the past 10 years. Roundtrip domestic airfare for Thanksgiving and Christmas is up 31% and 23%, respectively, this year over last year (2025).
Travel Noire • Natasha DeckerGeorge on Thursday: Dogs Segment Speech With Human-Like Consonant Bias; California Legalizes Plug-In Solar; Russian Strikes Kill 25 in Ukraine; Houthis Attack Saudi Airports; Nobel Prize Honors Mirror Molecules
@THE LEDE Good morning! Today is Thursday, the eighth of October, 2026 and this is the Thursday Edition of GEORGE. Scientific progress and political violence arrive side by side today, showing mankind capable of decoding the chemistry of life while remaining unable to stop destroying it. Thursday brings a clear view of the week’s accumulating consequences, from widening wars and mass displacement to discoveries that illuminate the molecular machinery of medicine and longevity. Dogs
Frequent Business Traveler • GeorgeAmex Supersizes Newark Airport Centurion Lounge Before It Even Opens
To meet skyrocketing demand, lounge operators like American Express are racing to build bigger, and the Centurion in Newark’s Terminal A will be a giant.
NYT > Travel • Christine ChungWhat travellers need to know about the UK’s new contactless e-gates
UK airports have begun rolling out contactless e-gates. The technology allows eligible travellers to pass through without having to show their passports.
Travel | Euronews • Fakhriya M. SuleimanHow the Trump Administration Is Eroding Airline Passengers’ Rights
Under Sean Duffy, the Transportation Department has worked to roll back consumer protections. Passenger advocates say the changes favor airlines.
NYT > Travel • Christine ChungHow Digital Nomads and Content Creators Are Using an AI Video Generator
Learn how digital nomads and content creators use AI video tools to create engaging travel content, streamline editing, and save time.
‘Vibrant, design-led and surprisingly green’: why the Dutch city of Eindhoven is perfect for a relaxed arty break
After electronics giant Philips left, the city reinvented itself as a multicultural hub for creativity and innovation, and the home of Dutch Design Week
Travel | The Guardian • Sarah RodriguesMonte Carlo added to Venice Simplon-Orient-Express itinerary for 2027
The iconic train will follow the French Riviera from Paris before reaching Monaco, with the new overnight journey becoming a permanent fixture and fares starting at a cool €4,870 per person.
Travel | Euronews • Saskia O’DonoghueWhich European airlines rank highest in new 10-year safety index?
In its newly-released European Airline Safety Index, AirAdvisor has ranked the top 20 carriers across a decade’s worth of research data.
Travel | Euronews • Fakhriya M. SuleimanBalikbayan Travel Checklist: Coming Home for Christmas 2026
Everything to sort before flying home for Christmas 2026: the OFW Pass, real baggage allowances, Customs and cash limits, eTravel, and which NAIA terminal you land in.
Two Monkeys Travel Group • Two Monkeys Travel - ContributorDelta Passenger Steals and Crashes Airport Tug in California, Officials Say
The episode briefly disrupted operations on Tuesday at John Wayne Airport in Santa Ana, Calif., where the man went onto the tarmac, the authorities said.
NYT > Travel • Neil Vigdor6 Broken Bathrooms Force Flight to Make an Urgent Landing
An American Airlines flight was diverted to New York on Tuesday because of an “inadequate number of operational lavatories” — two, on a plane that normally has eight.
NYT > Travel • Ryley OberWhy Travelers Are Turning Someone Else’s Big Event Into Their Own Vacation
When a cousin plans a milestone birthday in Barbados or college friends set a wedding date in Mexico, guests start weighing flights, hotel blocks and paid time off.
Travel Noire • Faith KatungaTravel and tourism in Europe to grow 3.1% in 2026, despite uncertainty
The new statistics were released during the opening day of the World Travel & Tourism Council’s global summit in Malta.
Travel | Euronews • Dianne Apen-SadlerInterlaken vs Innsbruck: Europe’s winter adventure hotspots compared
These Alpine adventure destinations offers snow-covered slopes, unique hotels and local delicacies. But between Interlaken and Innsbruck, where should you choose to travel this winter? #Destinations
Travel | Euronews • Fakhriya M. SuleimanEmirates launches Helsinki flights as airline reaches 93% capacity
The Dubai-based airline has touched down in Finland’s capital Helsinki for the first time as it reports operating at around 93% of its pre-disruption capacity.
Travel | Euronews • Mike StarlingAirfares Have Spiked. Is the Death of Spirit Airlines to Blame?
In the wake of the ultra-low-cost carrier’s closure, and with the cost of fuel and labor rising, domestic fares have become less competitive. But there are ways to parry higher prices.
NYT > Travel • Elaine GlusacGeorge on Wednesday: France’s School Revolt Deepens; Trump Says Let Iran ‘Take Out’ Two U.S. Cities; German Spy Chief Arrested; Skydance Creates Hollywood Giant; Ukraine Braces for Russian Attack
@THE LEDE Good morning! Today is Wednesday, the seventh of October, 2026 and this is the Wednesday Edition of GEORGE. The day’s events show institutions under pressure from below, borders challenged from without, and science pressing against limits that once appeared immovable. GEORGE reaches midweek with a clear look at the stories that matter, from major global developments to original reporting and analysis. Here is the context needed to understand the day ahead. France’s
Frequent Business Traveler • GeorgeSlovenia is officially home to the best wine region in Europe
Štajerska, praised for its authenticity and centuries of wine culture, beat out more than 90 leading territories for the title.
Travel | Euronews • Dianne Apen-Sadler8 Ways to Book Better Vacation Photos in a New City
Learn 8 ways to get better vacation photos in a new city, including finding local photographers, choosing scenic spots and timing your shoot.
Looking for unusual places to stay? These are the countries to go to
France came out top overall, with nearly 3,000 unusual property listings on Airbnb, including more than 1,000 castles.
Travel | Euronews • Dianne Apen-SadlerNew European ski lodges and hotels opening this winter
The winter sports season will see the arrival of many new properties in Europe. Highlights include The First Cortina in Cortina d’Ampezzo and the aptly named Ski Lodge in Verbier, while several properties are also returning after renovations.
Travel | Euronews • Mike StarlingTeeing Off in the Birthplace of Golf, in St. Andrews, Scotland
In St. Andrews, Scotland, history and golf intertwine, on and off the famous courses.
NYT > Travel • John Atwood and Owen RichardsOsaka Budget Travel for Filipinos: 5 Days, Real Numbers
Osaka budget travel for Filipinos in 2026: visa, flights from Manila, hostels, food and Kyoto and Nara day trips, with every yen price converted to pesos.
Two Monkeys Travel Group • Two Monkeys Travel - ContributorGeorge on Tuesday: Hijacking Exposes Major Holes in Air Security; Russian Fuel Shortages Drive EV Sales; EU Warns of Moscow’s ‘Shadow War’; Nobel Honors Optogenetics; Trump Rejects Plan to Harden Oval
@THE LEDE Good morning! Today is Tuesday, the sixth of October, 2026 and this is the Tuesday Edition of GEORGE. The day’s news shows how war reaches far beyond the battlefield, reshaping aviation security, personal transportation, European public safety, and even the rooms in which power is exercised. GEORGE continues the week with a concise briefing on the global stories shaping the day. Here is the reporting, commentary, and context curious readers need
Frequent Business Traveler • GeorgeSimpler itineraries, longer stays: How travellers embrace doing less
From slower, less-planned breaks to AI scepticism and the rise of nearby escapes, travellers are expected to prioritise deeper and more meaningful experiences in 2027.
Travel | Euronews • Saskia O’DonoghueWhat To Expect At ‘The World’s 1st Luxury Theme Park’ Opening Later This Month
With the opening of VidantaWorld’s Beauty of Nature Luxury Theme Park later this month, new, fun, and thrilling experiences around Mexico’s central Pacific coast may be worth planning a trip around.
Travel Noire • Natasha DeckerLake Como After Summer: Why Early Fall Is The Time To Stay In Cernobbio
The boat from Como’s Piazza Cavour pier ties up in Cernobbio beside a Liberty-style landing stage built in 1906, on the same square where Miralago Luxury Apartments opened on July 4 with eight lakefront residences and one-bedroom rates starting at €1,600 a night (US$1,800).
Travel Noire • Faith KatungaLonely Planet Just Named Its Best Places To Travel In 2027
Lonely Planet’s Best in Travel 2027 list highlights 25 destinations and 25 experiences around the world that could shape your travel plans next year.
Travel Noire • Natasha DeckerArriving After Midnight? Check These Five Things Before You Book The Flight
Booking a flight that arrives after midnight? Check hotel policies, transportation, food options, rental car hours, and taxi costs first.
Travel Noire • Faith KatungaThis new Japanese walking trail connects six cities across 320km
Japan’s longest loop trail is now fully open. Spread across 320 kilometres, the Hitachinokuni Long Trail takes hikers through mountains, rural villages, waterfalls, beaches and historic ruins.
Travel | Euronews • Fakhriya M. SuleimanHow to Get a VAT Tax Refund
Here are the steps to get your money back on VAT taxes, which are widespread in Europe and are bundled into the costs of certain items that travelers take home with them.
NYT > Travel • Elaine GlusacVisiting Llamas and Alpacas at 5 Farms
If you’re looking for something a little different on your next road trip, stop by a farm where you can commune with these fan-favorite animals.
NYT > Travel • Jennifer A. KingsonThe top experiences that will shape ultra-luxury travel in 2027
Planning next year’s ultra-luxury escape? All-inclusives, celebrations and privacy are among the experiences driving high-end traveller habits.
Travel | Euronews • Fakhriya M. SuleimanGeorge on Monday: Yemen Launches Offensive; Russia Strikes Kyiv Bridges; France Shuts Hundreds of Schools; Egypt Arrests Newsroom; Poland Opens Abortion-Pill Locker, Chip City Crumbles
@THE LEDE Good morning! Today is Monday, the fifth of October, 2026 and this is the Monday Edition of GEORGE. The week begins with institutions under strain as wars widen, classrooms erupt, and governments test the boundaries of law, technology, and public trust. GEORGE begins the week by bringing the weekend’s major stories into focus for curious readers. Here is the news, context, and commentary needed as Monday gets underway. Yemen’s government launches a
Frequent Business Traveler • GeorgeThe best road trips to spot Europe’s most impressive wildlife
Planning a wildlife escape? These European road trips combine spectacular scenery with some of the continent’s best opportunities for spotting animals in the wild. #Destinations
Travel | Euronews • Saskia O’DonoghueGeorge on the Weekend: Flydubai Co-Pilot Had Extremist Record; U.K. Foils Plot Against Jews; Medical Jet Crashes off Nantucket; Xi’s Rest Breaks Curtail Trump Summit; Alpacas Serve Serbian Café
@THE LEDE Good morning! Today is Sunday, the fourth of October, 2026 and this is the Weekend Edition of GEORGE. The weekend finds governments, companies, and institutions confronting dangers that were visible long before they became emergencies. GEORGE’s weekend edition brings the week’s continuing stories into focus, with reporting, commentary, and context for curious thinkers as the weekend gets underway. A Flydubai co-pilot previously flagged over extremist views is identified, British authorities charge two
Frequent Business Traveler • GeorgeBalikbayan Box vs Excess Baggage: Real Cost Per Kilo 2026
A sea box costs about PHP 110 a kilo from California. Airport excess can cost PHP 1,500. Here is the real per-kilo comparison for Christmas 2026, and the BOC rules.
Two Monkeys Travel Group • Two Monkeys Travel - ContributorFright night: Where to celebrate Halloween in Europe
Fancy a fright? These European destinations, hotels and Halloween events promise everything from Gothic legends to full-blown horror.
Travel | Euronews • Saskia O’Donoghue1,200 Miles From Singapore to Bangkok Before a Historic Shuttle Closes
A writer takes a weeklong journey, from the island city-state to the Thai capital, in the final days of a historic rail connection.
NYT > Travel • Nicholas YongThe Innsbruck Welcome Card: Everything you need to know
One thing I haven’t mentioned much from our trip to Innsbruck is the convenience of the city’s Welcome Card... The post The Innsbruck Welcome Card: Everything you need to know appeared first on A Luxury Travel Blog.
A Luxury Travel Blog • Paul JohnsonShould California hotels be sued for using fragrances in their lobbies?
Hotels increasingly use signature scents to shape their brands, but guests with asthma or chemical sensitivities say those fragrances can trigger headaches and other problems.
Travel & Experiences • Christopher ReynoldsIn the footsteps of Wales’s heroic rebel prince: hiking Glyndŵr’s Way
As Michael Sheen prepares to bring Owain Glyndŵr to life on stage, our writer walks the peaceful national trail named after the last Welsh Prince of Wales
Travel | The Guardian • Kevin RushbyHow luxury travel has evolved and ‘doesn’t look one way’
The fusion of food and hospitality is a major driving force in the world of luxury travel. We spoke to Michelin Guide's Marie-France Perrel about how the sector is changing.
Travel | Euronews • Mike StarlingExploring Mutteralm, Innsbruck — and the ultimate high-speed descent
On the final morning of our stay in Innsbruck, with only a few hours to spare before catching our... The post Exploring Mutteralm, Innsbruck — and the ultimate high-speed descent appeared first on A Luxury Travel Blog.
A Luxury Travel Blog • Paul JohnsonThe Holei Sea Arch, a Centuries-Old Hawaii Wonder, Crumbles Into the Pacific
A tropical storm was moving through the area when the 90-foot lava rock formation disintegrated, the National Park Service said.
NYT > Travel • Neil VigdorAfroTech Houston 2026: Your Guide To Every Official Event
Your guide to every official AfroTech 2026 event in Houston, from run clubs and dinners to the Blavity House Party.
Travel Noire • Mitti HicksGeorge on Thursday and Friday: Flydubai Attack Averted; FTC Probes AI Giants; Manchester City Found Guilty; U.S. Passport Goes Digital; Amazon Glasses Raise Privacy Fears
@THE LEDE Good morning! Today is Friday, the second of October, 2026 and this is the Thursday/Friday Edition of GEORGE. The fourth quarter of the calendar year begins with the advent of October, the month inexorably associated with Oktoberfest, a Volksfest of Bavarian culture and Bier that typically begins towards the end of September in Munich. October begins with institutions confronting the uncomfortable gap between systems designed for safety and the unpredictable people entrusted
Frequent Business Traveler • GeorgeWill Travelers Be Impacted By TSA Banning Its Workers From Sitting During ID And Boarding Pass Checks?
Earlier this week, the Transportation Security Administration confirmed that TSA officers at airport checkpoints will no longer be allowed to sit while reviewing traveler identification and boarding passes.
Travel Noire • Natasha DeckerIconic London hotel Dukes is set to reopen in mid-2027
The property, which is home to the legendary martini spot Dukes Bar, will be operated by Minor Hotels.
Travel | Euronews • Dianne Apen-SadlerUK scraps charges to seat children with parents on flights
The new rules, announced by UK Prime Minister Andy Burnham, have now come into force.
Travel | Euronews • Dianne Apen-SadlerDiscoverEU applications open: How youngsters can claim free travel
Applications for the scheme are open until 15 October, giving eligible young Europeans the chance to explore the continent by train and other sustainable transport, with discounts on accommodation, culture and more.
Travel | Euronews • Saskia O’DonoghueHow to have the best Sunday in L.A., according to Wilmer Valderrama
When the actor's not chasing bad guys across L.A. on 'NCIS,' he's taking his kids to the playground, paddleboarding and his favorite sushi joint.
Travel & Experiences • Dinah EngL.A.’s Shakespeare Bridge is turning 100. Shall we compare it to a summer’s day?
With distinct Gothic-style design details and appearances in many movies and TV shows, Los Feliz's Shakespeare Bridge has become a prized neighborhood emblem.
Travel & Experiences • Christopher ReynoldsThese are the easiest countries for digital nomads
Holafly’s Digital Nomad Friction Index 2026 looked at factors such as visa complexity, banking access, healthcare and cost of living.
Travel | Euronews • Dianne Apen-Sadler5 Hotels For Savoring the Fall
These new or renovated getaways offer opportunities to bask in the season’s pastoral and cultural delights in comfort.
NYT > Travel • Stephanie RosenbloomJapan Visa for Filipinos 2026: Documents, Cost, Odds
Japan visa for Filipinos in 2026: still free, filed at VFS visa centres, eVISA for package tours only. Documents, real costs in PHP and why visas get refused.
Two Monkeys Travel Group • Two Monkeys Travel - ContributorI travelled all over the country on a €63 monthly rail pass: readers’ favourite holidays in Germany
From cycling in Berlin and the Black Forest to world-class cocktail bars in Cologne and magical North Sea beaches, readers share their travel tips
Travel | The Guardian • Guardian readersNew Airstream caravan retreat opens in the UAE’s Hajar Mountains
Caravan Hatta by Our Habitas overlooks Hatta Dam, and offers wellness experiences, stargazing opportunities and open-fire cooking.
Travel | Euronews • Dianne Apen-SadlerFour hidden trails with medieval roots in the Eastern Alps
Celtic tribes, Roman soldiers and medieval knights paved the way in the forests of the Eastern Alps. These trails are still there and can be discovered by history lovers during a sunny autumn weekend. #Destinations
Travel | Euronews • Beatrix AsbothReview: Ludwig Burger, Innsbruck, Austria
On our final evening in Innsbruck, we took a short stroll from the Old Town to Ludwig Burger on... The post Review: Ludwig Burger, Innsbruck, Austria appeared first on A Luxury Travel Blog.
A Luxury Travel Blog • Paul JohnsonA Milan Local’s Guide To The City’s Best Fall Art, Galleries, And Cultural Stops
Palazzo Reale opened two exhibitions within three days of each other at the end of September — Dalí and fashion on the 24th and a centenary retrospective of the photographer and novelist Carla Cerati on the 26th, while fashion week was still running in the streets outside.
Travel Noire • Faith KatungaTired Of Paying ‘Singles Tax’? Report Claims These Destinations Charge Solo Travelers Lowest Fees
According to recently released research, Thailand reportedly has four of the top destinations charging the lowest singles tax on solo travelers during their visits.
Travel Noire • Natasha DeckerGoing All-Access? Here’s How To Do AfroTech In Luxe
Make the most of AfroTech’s All-Access pass in Houston with premium access, executive perks, luxury hotels, dining, and wellness experiences.
Travel Noire • Mitti HicksHow To Visit The Real-Life Filming Locations Of Apple TV’s ‘Slow Horses’
If you like your spy and crime dramas with a healthy dose of sarcasm, “Slow Horses” has probably found its way onto your watchlist.
Travel Noire • Sarah Rand‘Set-jetting’ trips: Holiday like the Gilmore Girls in Stars Hollow
From the fictional Connecticut town of Gilmore Girls’ Stars Hollow to destinations closer to home in Europe, the set-jetting trend continues to turn film and TV locations into travel experiences. #Destinations
Travel | Euronews • Fakhriya M. SuleimanOctober Flight Deals: 5 Getaways Under $600 Round-Trip
Airfare is up 23.4%, but these October flight deals aren’t scary. Discover flights to Mexico City, Nassau, and Madrid for under $600.
Travel Noire • Mitti HicksBarcelona-Amsterdam: Europe’s most stressful air route for flyers
The route between Barcelona El Prat and Amsterdam Schiphol tops a ranking that also lists Madrid-London Heathrow in 10th place, according to AirAdvisor.
Travel | Euronews • Rafael SalidoRise of ‘micro-travel’ and other 2027 trends you need to know about
Next year, travellers will be taking more frequent, but shorter, trips, booking onto 'growth getaways' and prioritising spending time in nature for wellness purposes.
Travel | Euronews • Dianne Apen-SadlerSpooky season is here! 13 things to do in L.A. for a frightfully epic October
Our picks include Halloween staples — Mr. Bones Pumpkin Patch, 'Carved' at Descanso Gardens and Universal Studios' Halloween Horror Nights — along with some campier events.
Travel & Experiences • Todd MartensHelp! Air Canada Got Me to Europe, Then Stranded Me There
The airline helpfully rebooked a delayed traveler from Toronto, but failed to mention it had also canceled her return trip. She spent $800 to get home.
NYT > Travel • Seth KugelUS LLC for Non-Residents: Digital Nomad Guide (2026)
Learn how to open a US LLC as a non-resident of the US. The ultimate guide for digital nomads looking for tax-free advantages, best states, and step-by-step setup process.
How the EU’s new cabin baggage rules will work – and when they start
EU travellers could soon get a larger cabin allowance at no extra cost – but UK passengers flying out of UK airports are unlikely to benefit from the new rules.
Travel | Euronews • Saskia O’DonoghueThe Hochtennbodensteig trail: A high-altitude hike in Axamer Lizum, near Innsbruck
Travelling with older children can be a bit of a balancing act. You want to find an itinerary that... The post The Hochtennbodensteig trail: A high-altitude hike in Axamer Lizum, near Innsbruck appeared first on A Luxury Travel Blog.
A Luxury Travel Blog • Paul JohnsonT.S.A. Agents Are Told to Get on Their Feet During Airport ID Checks
The agency said that requiring agents to stand while examining documents was a “welcome change.” The union representing them was less welcoming.
NYT > Travel • Christine HauserNFL Fans Can Now Watch Live Games On Select United Flights
Travelers who have ever booked a flight that overlaps with kickoff no longer have to choose between flying and following the game on some United Airlines flights. The carrier has expanded its inflight entertainment options for football season, giving passengers access to live professional and college football through Starlink-enabled seatback screens. The service arrives as live sports increasingly move across broadcast networks and streaming platforms, making it harder for fans to follow games when they are away from home.
Travel Noire • Faith KatungaWhoopi Goldberg Avoided Flying For Years: Here’s What Helped Her Get Back In The Air
EGOT winner, talk show host, and veteran actress Whoopi Goldberg has been open for decades about how she’s navigated her fear of flying.
Travel Noire • Natasha Decker‘It should be OK to say someone’s baby is ugly’: Defend your hottest take at this L.A. event
The viral live show "Unpopular Opinion" invites audiences to debate everything from dating rules to contentious social issues.
Travel & Experiences • Kailyn BrownHer Grandfather Was From Jamaica. Going Back For Her Honeymoon Was Never Really A Question
A day-by-day itinerary inspired by a real Negril honeymoon — spa days at The Skylark, sunset at Rick’s Cafe and fresh lobster on Booby Cay.
Travel Noire • Anslem Samuel RocqueExperience Traditional Ethiopian And Eritrean Beauty Treatments At These Las Vegas Spas
Two Las Vegas spas are offering visitors traditional, centuries-old Habesha beauty treatments and rituals hailing from East Africa.
Travel Noire • Natasha DeckerThe Best Haunted Hotels to Book for a Spooky Getaway
Nothing beats staying in a hotel whose suites hold some stories — especially if they’re of the spooky variety. The same friends who roll their eyes at mentions of luxury amenities and amazing views will be wide-eyed when you tell them about the ghost you accidentally ate breakfast with, the wailings you heard on your way to the icebox, or your run-in with an uncanny Victorian woman wearing all black. Booking a room at a regular old hotel will give you a few nice photos and a comfy robe;
Atlas Obscura - Latest Articles and Places • Holyn ThigpenAn immersive ‘Dune’ experience is coming to downtown L.A
Come face to face with the Bene Gesserit and sandworms at 'Dune: The Experience,' opening in November.
Travel & Experiences • Todd Martens2026 Airline Rankings Are In: These 10 Airlines Came Out On Top
The world’s leading airlines have been ranked again, giving travelers a new snapshot of how major carriers compare on service, comfort, and the overall passenger experience. The 2026 World Airline Awards, organized by aviation rating organization Skytrax, were announced on September 18 at The Langham in London. The results reflect feedback from passengers across more than 100 nationalities and cover more than 300 airlines worldwide.
Travel Noire • Faith Katunga5 Days in Dubai: The Itinerary I’d Do Again in a Heartbeat
Plan the perfect Dubai itinerary with top attractions, things to do, where to eat and practical tips for an unforgettable trip.
Travelstart Blog • Meganne SteynWhich airlines have the best in-flight wifi?
If you’re looking to get online while in the air, you might just want to book a flight with Qatar Airways, Delta or United.
Travel | Euronews • Dianne Apen-SadlerThe Best Places to See Fall Foliage From the Water: Cruises, River Tours and More
Amid record-setting gas prices, skip the road trip and bask in vibrant fall foliage from these aquatic vantage points.
NYT > Travel • Ryley OberYou can now travel between Abu Dhabi and Dubai by train
Etihad Rail launched the new route on 30 September, with more stations set to open in the coming months.
Travel | Euronews • Dianne Apen-SadlerMinecraft to get its own hotel where you can ‘sleep inside the game’
A new 69-room Minecraft hotel is coming to the UK, joining a growing crop of properties designed to let fans step inside their favourite games. #Destinations
Travel | Euronews • Saskia O’DonoghueTour Company Sues to Undo Trump’s Nonresident Fees at National Parks
An Arizona guide service challenged rules that force foreigners to pay a $100 surcharge to visit 11 national parks, saying that only Congress can change pricing.
NYT > Travel • Gabe Castro-RootGeorge on Wednesday: Ukraine F-16 Fleet Sidelined; German Town Halts New Holocaust Memorials; iPhone 18 Pro Woes; U.S. Navy Selects Boeing for New Fighter; 7-11, Circle K Regularly Overcharge Shoppers
@THE LEDE Good morning! Today is Wednesday, the 30th of September, 2026 and this is the Wednesday Edition of GEORGE. It is also the final day of the month of September, which marked the start of both meteorological and astronomical autumn in the Northern Hemisphere as well as the holiday of רֹאשׁ הַשָּׁנָה, or Rosh Hashanah, the start of the year 5787 on the Hebrew calendar, in which years are counted
Frequent Business Traveler • GeorgeUndas Long Weekend 2026: Where to Go and What It Costs
Undas 2026 is 31 Oct to 2 Nov. The best undas long weekend trips from Manila, Cebu and Clark, with bus, ferry and flight prices in PHP checked Sept 2026.
Two Monkeys Travel Group • Two Monkeys Travel - Contributor‘Delays are always welcome’: 10 of the best railway station pubs in England
Converted from Victorian buffet bars, ticket offices and waiting rooms, these station pubs offer beautifully restored interiors, real ales and a slice of railway history
Travel | The Guardian • Rachel DixonBusiness Class Perks: What’s Included on 9 Airlines | Travelstart
From free hotel stays to onboard bars, explore business class perks on airlines flying from South Africa, plus fare rules and tips for finding a good deal.
Travelstart Blog • Naomi EkberghMajorca vs Menorca vs Ibiza: Which Balearic Island should you visit?
They may be part of the same archipelago, but Majorca, Menorca and Ibiza each have their own distinct character. Here’s what to know before booking. #Destinations
Travel | Euronews • Saskia O’DonoghueEmpty legs in Europe: what they really are (and when they are worth it)
In my earlier note on what it actually costs to fly private in Europe, I mentioned empty legs only... The post Empty legs in Europe: what they really are (and when they are worth it) appeared first on A Luxury Travel Blog.
A Luxury Travel Blog • Christoph LymberskyBefore You Book A Trending Destination, Check How Locals Are Responding To Tourism
Learn how protests, tourist taxes, rental limits, entry fees, and crowd controls can reveal local tourism pressure before you book a trip.
Travel Noire • Faith KatungaBest Places to Travel to for New Year
Looking for the best places to travel to for New Year’s? This guide covers the best places to travel for New Year’s, whether that’s fireworks with everyone wearing white on a beach in Rio, a snowy night watching the Northern Lights or chasing waterfalls in a palm-tree paradise. New Year’s is one of the best... The post Best Places to Travel to for New Year appeared first on We Are Global Travellers.
We Are Global Travellers • Charlotte StoreyEuronews Travel & Tourism Summit: The key takeaways
Figures from across the travel industry joined Euronews in Brussels on 29 September. Here’s the most important things to know.
Travel | Euronews • Dianne Apen-SadlerTop 5 escapes on Colombia’s Caribbean Coast
Colombia is one of our favourite South American destinations. Astoundingly diverse, naturally beautiful, and full of joie de vivre,... The post Top 5 escapes on Colombia’s Caribbean Coast appeared first on A Luxury Travel Blog.
A Luxury Travel Blog • Simon WilliamsAzerbaijan Tourism Board CEO: Baku-Brussels flights on horizon in 2027
Azerbaijan is boosting connectivity with four-weekly flights between Baku and Brussels. But beyond the capital, Azerbaijan Tourism Board CEO Florian Sengstschmid told Euronews that visitors should discover the country’s hidden villages.
Travel | Euronews • Fakhriya M. SuleimanPlanning A Venice Day Trip? A Tourist Tax Of $34 May Be Part Of Your Bill
Talks are reportedly underway to consider increasing Venice’s tourist tax to a maximum of €30 as soon as next year.
Travel Noire • Natasha DeckerThe New Wellness Trip Is Social, Cultural, And Less Clinical
The British Sauna Society counted 45 public saunas across the United Kingdom in 2023, a figure that had climbed to 147 by early 2025, Fast Company noted.
Travel Noire • Faith KatungaETC chief: ‘Climate change is the biggest threat to tourism right now’
While Europe remains the world’s tourism playground, Eduardo Santander of the European Travel Commission told Euronews that the continent needs to coordinate better to tackle climate challenges and congestion.
Travel | Euronews • Fakhriya M. SuleimanTourism leaders: Central Europe should be marketed as one destination
Hungarian and French tourism leaders say closer cross-border cooperation could create richer experiences for visitors, while better use of data and greater protection of nature are vital to the region’s future.
Travel | Euronews • Saskia O’DonoghueUS Global Entry for Belgians could come by the end of 2026
Bill White, Ambassador of the United States to Belgium, told Euronews that Belgian travellers could soon breeze through major US airports as Global Entry plans move forward.
Travel | Euronews • Fakhriya M. SuleimanSaunas, cinnamon buns and coastal scenery on the new rail route from Malmö to Oslo
A new direct train service connects the far south of Sweden to the Norwegian capital in just over six hours, with the option of stopping off in the seaside town of Varberg or lively Gothenburg en route
Travel | The Guardian • Adam TurnerEuronews Travel & Tourism Summit 2026 – watch again
The Euronews Travel & Tourism Summit 2026 is taking place in Brussels today, bringing together political leaders, policymakers and industry experts to debate the biggest issues shaping the future of travel.
Travel | Euronews • Mike StarlingGeorge on Tuesday: Questions Mount in UK Airbase Terror Inquiry; Starship Reaches Orbit; Russian Drones Strike Kyiv; U.S., China Cut Tariffs; Qatari Mediators Tries to Restart Iran Talks
@THE LEDE Good morning! Today is Tuesday, the 29th of September, 2026 and this is the Tuesday Edition of GEORGE. A suspected plot dissolves into unanswered questions, a giant rocket finally reaches orbit, and wars on two continents continue to test the limits of diplomacy and defense. Five men held near a U.S.-used bomber base are released on bail, SpaceX’s Starship reaches orbit for the first time, Russian drone attacks kill at
Frequent Business Traveler • GeorgeTravel in 2027: Euronews Travel’s top trends and predictions
From holidays within a holiday to undertourism and longevity retreats, the Euronews Travel team picks out some of the trends and destinations for travel in 2027.
Travel | Euronews • Saskia O’DonoghueReview: Weisses Rössl, Innsbruck, Austria
Situated in the heart of Innsbruck’s historic Altstadt and less than a minute’s walk from Innsbruck’s iconic Golden Roof,... The post Review: Weisses Rössl, Innsbruck, Austria appeared first on A Luxury Travel Blog.
A Luxury Travel Blog • Paul JohnsonQantas Is Launching An 18-Hour Nonstop Flight Between New York And Sydney
Qantas plans to launch the first scheduled nonstop service between New York and Sydney in 2028, cutting the journey to about 18 hours.
Travel Noire • Faith KatungaCroix: Inside D.C.’s New Rooftop Restaurant Serving Crucian Cuisine
Croix, a new Caribbean rooftop restaurant in DC’s Navy Yard, brings the flavors of St. Croix to the District with a menu led by Chef Keem Hughley.
Travel Noire • Simone CheríAround The Table: 6 Dinner Experiences Bringing Black Travelers Together
Intimate dinners, from Sacramento to Guyana, are giving Black travelers a place to find culture and connection around the table.
Travel Noire • Mitti HicksThe Three Lakes Circuit at Kühtai, near Innsbruck, Austria
As we stepped out of our hotel in Innsbruck, the weather looked to be quite mixed. We had checked... The post The Three Lakes Circuit at Kühtai, near Innsbruck, Austria appeared first on A Luxury Travel Blog.
A Luxury Travel Blog • Paul JohnsonRevealed: The best-value winter sun destinations for 2026
The new report looked at the cost of common holiday purchases like meals, drinks and sunscreen to discover where you’ll get the most bang for your buck.
Travel | Euronews • Dianne Apen-SadlerMeta’s ‘Muse’ Is Partnering With Expedia To Bring Hotel Booking To Travelers
This month, Expedia announced a partnership with Meta to integrate with “Muse,” aiming to make hotel booking a conversation instead of a research-heavy challenge.
Travel Noire • Natasha DeckerThese are the most beautiful new train stations in Europe
Three stations on the continent made the list, including Rome’s Colosseo - Fori Imperiali Station.
Travel | Euronews • Dianne Apen-SadlerHow Do You Open a Dolly Parton Hotel Without Dolly Parton?
The country music star’s last hospitality project is opening in Nashville, dedicated to her career as a songwriter. Will Dolly being there in spirit be enough?
NYT > Travel • Colleen Creamer and Landon EdwardsRevealed: The top 10 countries for travel and tourism in 2026
While Japan claimed the top spot overall, Albania was named as the fastest improver in the World Economic Forum’s Travel & Tourism Development Index.
Travel | Euronews • Dianne Apen-SadlerSend Money to the Philippines From Abroad: Fees Compared
We checked live quotes on 28 September 2026 for USD 500, AED 2,000 and SGD 1,000 sent to the Philippines through Wise, Remitly, Western Union, Instarem, banks and PayPal. Here is what your family actually receives, plus GCash, bank and cash pickup options.
Two Monkeys Travel Group • Two Monkeys Travel - ContributorEuronews Travel & Tourism Summit: Speakers, topics and how to watch
The Euronews Travel & Tourism Summit on 29 September brings together policymakers and industry experts to debate the biggest issues shaping the future of travel.
Travel | Euronews • Mike StarlingTokyo vs Seoul: Which trendy Asian capital city should you visit?
Tourism in both Tokyo and Seoul has been booming for a while now and there’s no sign of this slowing down just yet. Here we take a look at two of Asia’s trending capital cities. #Destinations
Travel | Euronews • Mike StarlingSingapore to Genting Bus: Direct Coaches, Fares & Tickets
Direct coaches run Singapore to Genting in about 6 hrs 31 mins from S$40. Fares, drop-off points, the Awana SkyWay and what to pack. Checked for 2026.
George on the Weekend: Iran Warns ‘No One’ Will Trade; Terror Plot Foiled at U.S.-Used British Air Base; Hurricane and Nor’easter Threaten U.S.; OpenAI Agents Go Rogue; 27 Killed in South Africa
@THE LEDE Good morning! Today is Sunday, the 27th of September, 2026 and this is the Nor’easter Weekend Edition of GEORGE. The GEORGE editorial team wishes to apologize for the delay in today’s issue, which was caused by storm-related power and Internet outages and flooded local roads. As a result, this edition is a special three-day nor’easter edition; GEORGE will return to a regular publishing schedule starting Tuesday morning. The weekend finds nature and
Frequent Business Traveler • GeorgeReview: Das Brahms, Innsbruck, Austria
A short walk to Innsbruck’s university district took us to one of the city’s most unlikely restaurant locations. Das... The post Review: Das Brahms, Innsbruck, Austria appeared first on A Luxury Travel Blog.
A Luxury Travel Blog • Paul Johnson15 great cottages and cabins for an autumn escape in the UK
Get inspiration for your next short break with our pick of self-catering accommodation, from a sleek Highlands retreat to a cabin with a hot tub on a Somerset vineyard • 15 great small hotels, inns and restaurants with rooms for an autumn stay in the UK *** Continue reading
Travel | The Guardian • Rhiannon BattenThese are the most popular cities for group travel in 2026
Where are groups travelling to for the rest of 2026? London, Paris and Marseille top Kayak’s most searched destinations for group holidays. #Destinations
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