The Big Question Meet the co-founder of Airbnb: ‘It was never meant to be a business’ Airbnb was first dreamed up in 2008, with people initially asking “how could you trust a stranger ever in your own home?” In 2025, $92 billion was transacted on the platform. So how did they do it? 23/03/2026
Travel News Middle East crisis may divert millions of tourists to Europe The blow to tourism in the Middle East and Gulf opens up both an opportunity and a risk for Europe. 20/03/2026
Partner content How Europe’s cities can balance tourism growth with housing needs Partner content presented by Airbnb Europe’s cities face rising housing costs and record tourism. Policymakers and urban leaders debate how better data and policy coordination can keep cities liveable. 16/03/2026
No Comment Long lines form at US airports as DHS shutdown slows security checks Travelers faced hours-long waits at security checkpoints at airports in Houston and New Orleans as a partial shutdown of the US Department of Homeland Security affected staffing and screening operations. 10/03/2026
Focus Adventure travel is key for tourism, despite geopolitical uncertainty Many destinations are seeing visitors spend more money and time in search of a more meaningful cultural experience. 09/03/2026
Travel News The colossus next door: Will Usedom survive Poland's mega hotel? The tourism industry in Mecklenburg-Vorpommern is looking nervously across the border: in Pobierowo, a "little Dubai" is growing on the Baltic Sea with the Gołębiewski mega hotel. There is great concern that guests and workers are moving away, while the Polish side is investing heavily. 09/03/2026
Tech News Airports of the future: Could AI make airports smarter and greener? From passengers to fuel consumption, here are the technologies that could help airports operate more efficiently 07/03/2026
Travel News Why 84% of Italians used Airbnb and short-term rentals in 2025 The increase in short-term rentals is worsening Italy's housing crisis. 06/03/2026
Travel News Astana to host major European travel forum Kazakhstan will host the German DRV Destination Forum in Astana in August 2026 amid growing tourist flows from Germany. The agreement, reached at the ITB travel fair in Berlin, is expected to deepen tourism cooperation and raise Kazakhstan’s profile among German tour operators. 06/03/2026
Israel Trump 'not thrilled' with Iran, contemplates military action Top US diplomat Marco Rubio is set to embark on a two-day visit to Israel early next week as tensions remain high following the latest nuclear talks between Washington and Tehran. Travel advisories to Israel have been issued by many countries, prompting many to believe a US attack may be imminent. 27/02/2026
Travel News The best airports for customer experience in Europe Adolfo Suárez Madrid-Barajas Airport and Rome Fiumicino Airport were among those recognised in the 2025 Airport Service Quality (ASQ) Customer Experience Awards. 26/02/2026
Partner content Brazil: more than a destination, a lifestyle Partner content presented by Visit Brasil From tropical coastlines to vast canyons, from cascading waterfalls to crystal-clear freshwater springs, Brazil offers a diversity of experiences that go far beyond the vibrant energy of its major cities. 25/02/2026
Travel News Record arrivals and tourism revenues for Greece in 2025 According to Bank of Greece data, the upward trend in the tourism sector continued for the third consecutive year. 24/02/2026
Travel News Montenegro: The new tourist gem shining in Europe With only 620,000 inhabitants, Montenegro is positioning itself as a luxury destination compared to Spain and Croatia. The government is committed to a quality model that already attracts 2.5 million visitors a year. 24/02/2026
Grand Voyager Grand Voyager | Exploring Bangkok & Beyond In partnership with Media City From golden temples to bustling markets, Bangkok is a city of vibrant contrasts. Join Lilly Douse as she uncovers its timeless spirit. 18/02/2026
Travel News ‘Real economic consequences’: US warned over ESTA changes Research by the World Travel and Tourism Council reveals that the US risks losing 157,000 jobs and up to 4.7 million international tourists. 17/02/2026