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Overtourism Protesters Take Over Popular Mallorca Beach Demanding Controls On Visitor Numbers

They say their quality of life is worse since mass tourism has hit the island. Read more

Thermal Spas, Black Pools And Water Slides: Cycling Slovenias Green Wellness Route

How I cycled Slovenia's lesser-known towns, soaking in thermal spas along the way. Read more

For Me, Mallorca Is Home: Paralympian Shares Her Favourite Ways To Recharge On The Spanish Island

Where to find peace and strength in Mallorca, according to a Paralympic medal winner. Read more

Seaplanes And A Bigger Airport: The Maldives Has Big Plans To Attract More Tourists

The airport is being built with tsunami-resilient infrastructure. Read more

Fairytale Castles And Unspoiled Nature: Where Should You Go To Escape Overtourism In Europe?

Even in some of the most visited countries in the world, there are still unspoiled destinations to discover. Read more

Part Of Frankfurt Airport's Power Supply Cut Overnight By A Dormouse

The power cut was due to a dormouse who caused a short-circuit at an electricity substation. Read more

UAE And Australia Issue UK Travel Warnings After Week Of Violence And Rioting

The unrest has hit tourist destinations like Manchester and Liverpool but London is so far unaffected. Read more

Fines, Prison And Airport Checks: European Penalties For Taking Your Kids Out Of School For Holidays

The UK will increase its fine for taking kids out of school this month. Read more

Residents Of This Romanian Village Are Restoring Century-old Houses To Bring In Tourists

"Once the tourists enter the gate, they can feel all the privacy they need, romantic and comfortable intimacy," said one... Read more

Mount Etna Volcanic Eruption Disrupts Flights At Catania International Airport

Flights are restricted to six arrivals an hour. Read more

Europes Deadliest Country For Driving: Drivers Urged To Stay Safe On Summer Road Trips

Long distance trains and buses are a cheaper, greener and safer alternative to driving. Read more

Love Instant Noodles On A Flight? This Airline Has Banned Them But Only From Economy Class

Noodles will still be available to business and first-class passengers. Read more

US Trying To Ban Fees For Families To Sit Together On Flights: Which European Carriers Make You Pay?

The airlines that do - and don't - guarantee families will be kept together. Read more

Banging DJ Sets, Nostalgic Singalongs And Light Shows: The Eiffel Tower Is The Star Of The Olympics

In pictures: The Paris landmark is the stunning backdrop to the beach volleyball venue. Read more

Cosy Dinners, Privacy Screens And 4K TVs: Inside Qatar Airways Luxe New Business Class

The airline says the suites are 'the future of business class travel’. Read more