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New Life For Old Jets: How Cabin Refurbishments Deliver On Sustainability As Well As Comfort

As demand for air travel continues to surge, airlines are holding onto their planes for longer and working hard to make ...

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People Are Not Props: The Sámi Reindeer Herders Fighting Stereotypes To Build Ethical Tourism

A new wave of positive-impact experiences in northern Finland is finally allowing the Sámi to benefit from the tourism ... Read more

Cyprus Is Funding Desalination Plants For Hotels To Tackle Tourism's Water Shortage Woes

The government will provide €3 million of funding over the next two years to help hotels build their own desalination ... Read more

We Expect Respect: Bali Cracks Down On Naughty Tourists With Strict New Rules

Bali’s mayor has warned that some transgressions could be met with legal consequences. Read more

Fundamental For Tourists Trust: Why Italy Is Cracking Down On Fake Hotel And Restaurant Reviews

Italy’s new rules aim to tackle both mistaken and malicious reviews by requiring proof of a visit and banning incentiv... Read more

Ryanair Launches Prime Subscription Service For Frequent Travellers. Is It Worth It?

While subscription services might save travellers money, they are also a way to persuade more people to fly - which is b... Read more

Croatias Party Island Is Cracking Down On Noise. Heres What It Means For Your Summer Holiday

There are also several tourist regulations on clothing and behaviour that visitors should be aware of if they don’t wa... Read more

Hanois French Quarter Is An Oasis Of Laid-back Luxury In The Chaotic Capital

With wide boulevards and a lake, the French Quarter provides a little more breathing space than the Old Quarter. Read more

How Good Is ChatGPT At Planning Holidays? I Put It To The Test On A Weekend Trip To Tallinn

Using AI tools can significantly cut down on travel planning time and effort, but there are some drawbacks. Read more

London Is Considering A Tourist Tax. Heres What It Could Mean For Visitors

British officials estimate that a 5 per cent tourist tax could generate €285 million annually for London. Read more

Thailands Visa-free Stay Will Soon Be Cut To 30 Days. Heres What It Means For Tourists

An increasing number of foreigners are engaging in illicit jobs or business activities while claiming to be visiting for... Read more

EES To Launch In October 2025. How Will The Border Check System Affect Crossing Times?

The EES requires all borders to install new scanners - most will not be ready on the launch day. Read more

Set-jetting In Sicily: Where To Find The Lavish Filming Locations Of Netflixs The Leopard

From an iconic Baroque square in Palermo to a lavish palazzo in Catania, here are the real-life backdrops of The Leopard... Read more

Beyond The Baccarat Tables: Macaos Rich Portuguese History Is Still Visible Today

Churches and cuisine stretching back centuries still reflect Portugal’s legacy as Macao integrates into China. Read more

Airport Theory, Seat Squatters And Check-in Chickens: Why These Viral Travel Trends Are A Disaster

Cabin crew can remove you from flights and gate agents can deny you boarding for disobeying rules. Read more