What people of determination can expect when travelling through Dubai

What does it mean in today’s world to truly be inclusive and accessible for all? It’s a question Dubai Airports aims to answer as it works towards creating a travel experience where everyone feels supported from the moment they arrive. “The guest...

Ghastly Getaways: Top Halloween Experiences in France and Belgium by Ferry

There are plenty of spooks and scares to be experienced in haunting destinations across France and Belgium this October half term. DFDS has rounded up the ultimate list of Hallowe’en thrills that lurk across the Channel. Walibi Belgium: A theme...

Update: Freak lightning at God’s Window – tourists flee as storm strikes 25 vehicles

A brief but intense thunderstorm swept across God’s Window on the Panorama Route in Mpumalanga, striking 25 vehicles and sending tourists running for cover last Friday. Lowvelder reports that teams from the Mpumalanga Tourism and Parks Agency...

Trump's Policies Linked To U.S. Losing Key Travel Status For The First Time In 20 Years

The U.S. passport's power is now at a historic low for the first time in 20 years. The Henley Passport Index just updated its list for October 2025, and the U.S. is nowhere to be found on the top 10. The American passport held the No.1 spot back...

We visited six European cities in 10 days on a no-fly family holiday

Three sleeper trains and four day trains took in many of the continent's great capitals, with little hassle en route Checking my phone at St Pancras station, I saw headlines about air traffic control problems in the UK that had left hundreds of...

Belgium’s rule of law under pressure, warns national human rights body

Belgium’s Federal Institute for the Protection and Promotion of Human Rights (FIRM) has issued a clear warning that the country’s rule of law is under systematic threat. In a report published on Wednesday, FIRM cites the government’s repeated...

Retail chains turn to AI-generated music, sparking fears for artists' income

Major Belgian retailers, including Brico and Carrefour, have started to replace traditional background music with AI-generated tracks, public broadcaster VRT reported on Wednesday. The Belgian copyright agency Sabam warns that this move could cost...

Live Nation Asia and Trip.com partner to combine live music and tourism

Trip.com Group has partnered with Live Nation Asia to connect live music and travel experiences across major Asian markets. The agreement will launch in Hong Kong, Macau, Singapore, Thailand, South Korea and mainland China. It will allow fans to...

Europeans travel more | 92% within the EU

European Union residents made 1.19 billion trips in 2024 – both personal and business – up 4.4% on the previous year, according to new Eurostat data. Despite the increase, most Europeans continue to prefer destinations within the EU, with 92% of...

SMFA at Tufts Announces 2025 Traveling Fellows

The School of the Museum of Fine Arts at Tufts University has announced its 2025 cohort of SMFA at Tufts Traveling Fellows. The 10 artists will journey to places around the world to conduct research and find inspiration for their artistic...

Hoodoos and history: Bryce Canyon tourism pioneer honored for lasting impact

The general manager of a fourth-generation family business at Bryce Canyon National Park has been inducted into the Utah Tourism Hall of Fame, honoring his decades of leadership and lasting impact on the state’s tourism industry. “Tourism in...

The Era of YOU: Booking.com Predicts the Top Trends Defining Travel in 2026, With Individuality Taking Center Stage

AMSTERDAM - Travel has always been personal, but in 2026 it will move far beyond one-size-fits-all itineraries. In 2026, travelers will reject conventions and lean into passions that feel distinctive and truly their own. From adrenaline-fueled...

The full list of UK travellers that are NOT affected by new EU border rules

Jetting off on a lovely European holiday sometime soon? Make sure to leave a little bit of extra time at the airport, because a new border control system introduced last week by the EU is leaving some passengers waiting in line for up to four...

What the EU’s new Entry/Exit System means for your holiday

British travellers are being advised to expect longer queues and to ensure they have travel insurance after the European Union’s new Entry/Exit system (EES) went live this week. Since 12 October, non-EU citizens now need to provide fingerprints...

National strike by Belgium's big unions hits public transport, airports and ships

Bruno BoelpaepIn Brussels and Paul KirbyEurope digital editor ShareSave Police used water cannon and tear gas at one point when the protest turned violent Tens of thousands of people have taken to the streets in Brussels as part of a national...

Victoria Golf Resort & Spa: A Luxury Algarve Escape for the 2025 Festive Season

Victoria Golf Resort & Spa has announced its new festive season experiences, inviting travellers to escape the winter chill for the sun-kissed southern coast of Portugal in the cosmopolitan resort town of Vilamoura. The destination offers pristine...

Travel disrupted across Belgium as general strike against proposed public spending cuts continues

A national general strike in Belgium has severely disrupted transport and public services across the country, while police reported several arrests after vandalism, arson and clashes with protesters in Brussels on Tuesday morning, APA reports,...

Travelling To Europe Soon? Here’s What UK Holidaymakers Need To Know About The EU’s New Border Rules

Credit: Maëva Vigier, Unsplash Save If you’re heading on holiday to Europe any time soon, you’ll need to be aware of a landmark shift in border control procedures. From October 12, a new digital Entry/Exit System (EES) will come into force across...

Mid Valley Southkey Food Guide for Singaporeans

If you’re crossing the Causeway for a weekend in Johor Bahru (JB), there’s one place that deserves a spot on your itinerary: Mid Valley Southkey. This sprawling shopping mall isn’t just for retail therapy; it’s a foodie’s paradise, filled with...

Belgium general strike grounds airlines, disrupts Brussels public transport

Audio By Carbonatix By Inti Landauro BRUSSELS (Reuters) -A general strike held in Belgium on Tuesday grounded most airplanes at the two main airports and disrupted public transport in Brussels. The strike was the latest in a series of protests...