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New fleet of electric hydrofoil boats to be deployed in the Maldives

The Maldives will introduce up to 100 electric hydrofoil boats, promising smoother and more sustainable transfers between its islands.

Destinations

‘Coolcations’ in Europe: New index reveals where to escape the heat

A new summer heat escape index has ranked Europe's coolest destinations for summer travel in 2026, with Iceland, Finland and Norway leading the way.

Travel News

Direct trains restart from Bucharest to Istanbul, Sofia and Varna

Romania's national railway has relaunched daily direct summer trains from Bucharest to destinations in Türkiye and Bulgaria, with fares starting from €27.

Travel News

Greece, Spain and Italy drive surge in summer travel demand

New data shows that Southern Europe is the fastest-growing tourism region this summer, as travellers look towards destinations that feel ‘closer, more familiar and more accessible’, amid geopolitical uncertainty and aviation disruption.

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New Brussels-Strasbourg-Basel rail link trial planned for 2027

Rail operators will test a new TGV INOUI service linking Brussels, Strasbourg and Basel from July 2027, improving cross-border rail connections and offering new alternatives to air travel.

Destinations

Guadalajara: A World Cup host city travel guide

Mexico's second-largest city is hosting its third men's World Cup after previously staging matches in 1970 and 1986.

Destinations

Toronto: A World Cup host city travel guide

Canada's largest city will host six World Cup matches, including the co-host nation’s opening fixture.

Destinations

Philadelphia: A World Cup host city travel guide

Philadelphia will host five World Cup group games as well as a Round of 16 clash on 4 July – exactly 250 years after the Declaration of Independence was signed in the historic city.

Destinations

Vancouver: A World Cup host city travel guide

BC Place in downtown Vancouver will host seven World Cup fixtures – including two of Canada's group games.

Travel News

France unveils 33 ‘palaces’ for 2026 as six new hotels join elite list

The latest collection of palace hotels have been revealed, with six properties joining France’s most exclusive hospitality club.

Destinations

Seattle: A World Cup host city travel guide

Known as the Emerald City, Seattle will host World Cup games for the first time - including the USA's second group D fixture.

Destinations

San Francisco Bay Area: A World Cup host travel guide

Levi’s Stadium in Santa Clara will host six fixtures during the World Cup – five group-stage games and a Round of 32 clash.

Destinations

Miami: A World Cup host city travel guide

With seven matches, Miami is expected to deliver one of the World Cup’s most vibrant atmospheres.

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Boston: A World Cup host city travel guide

France, England, Scotland and Norway are among the nations who will play World Cup group games at the Boston Stadium in Foxborough.

Residences

Luxury New York hotel unveils $1m World Cup final package

At The Mark hotel in Manhattan, football fans are in for a treat – provided they have a million dollars to spare for this lavish World Cup final experience.

Destinations

Monterrey: A World Cup host city travel guide

The Mexican city will host four fixtures at this summer’s World Cup, including three group games and a Round of 32 clash.

Destinations

Los Angeles: A World Cup host city travel guide

The 70,000-capacity SoFi Stadium in Inglewood will host eight matches at this summer’s World Cup.

Sport

The Euronews guide to the 2026 World Cup

Taking place from 11 June to 19 July across the US, Canada and Mexico, this summer’s World Cup will be the largest in history – here’s everything that you need to know.

Destinations

New York/New Jersey: A World Cup travel guide

Eight matches will be held in New York/New Jersey during this summer’s World Cup – including the final on 19 July.

Destinations

Machu Picchu overtourism: Bucket list dream turning into a ‘nightmare’

A global heritage foundation has offered to work with Peruvian authorities to improve conditions at Machu Picchu as tourists face overcrowding, long queues and transport problems.

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