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Fact check: Where in Europe has the longest school summer holidays?

President Emmanuel Macron said that he wants to review the amount of time French pupils get off for the summer, claiming that France has longer holidays than other countries. How does it compare to the rest of Europe?

10 February 2025

Travel News

Norway invites ‘hygge testers’ to work in stunning locations for free

Embracing the spirit of uncluttered simplicity, a web company is inviting ten lucky testers to try out a ‘hygge desk’ in Norway.

3 February 2025

Travel News

Italy or Spain? Where you can save money on a European package holiday

Package holidays have been more popular since COVID - but that is driving up prices.

28 January 2025

Travel News

Short transfer: These European cities have the closest airports

A short transfer is a gift after a long flight- these airports are a stone’s throw from the city.

23 January 2025

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Travel News

Will AI replace travel agents? How bots are transforming the industry

Artificial intelligence (AI) is fast becoming one of the most significant trends shaping the travel and tourism industry, redefining how travellers plan, book, and experience journeys.

23 January 2025

Europe

Why is European Commission silent on von der Leyen’s hospitalisation?

Last week, the European Commission confirmed a German press agency DPA report revealing that European Commission president Ursula von der Leyen had been hospitalised for a week due to severe pneumonia.

14 January 2025

Travel News

Meet Justin Francis, the tourism pioneer behind responsible travel

Justin Francis founded Responsible Travel as a groundbreaking holiday company seeking to drive change in tourism.

Cinema

The ideal Boxing Day movie was released 51 years ago today

Squabbling with your loved ones over which film to watch on your day off? Well, the ideal pick was released on 26 December 1973...

26 December 2024

Culture news

‘What’s the news?’: A guide to Kwanzaa

Described as a “political-motivator holiday”, Kwanzaa has become internationally recognized as a celebration of African culture and community. Here’s everything you need to know.

26 December 2024

Destinations

Fireworks and satire: Reykjavík’s unforgettable New Year’s Eve

Every year, Icelanders purchase more than 500 tonnes of fireworks that pay for Search and Rescue.

4 December 2024

Destinations

Travellers overspend by €55 each day in this European country

Recent research also revealed that holiday overspending has reached its highest levels in a decade.

30 October 2024

Europe

Can the EU-Gulf countries summit help bring peace to the Middle East?

The EU and Gulf countries will held today, 15 October, their first ever summit in Brussels.

16 October 2024

Destinations

Here’s why you should visit these affordable European cities

A new study has found that a visit to some of the continent’s most popular cities doesn't have to break the bank.

Travel News

Georgia hosts World Tourism Day as Tbilisi becomes travel hotspot

Leaders from across the travel industry are meeting in Tbilisi today.

27 September 2024

Economy

In which EU countries are people financially unable to take holidays?

The number of people going on holiday varies widely across the EU, highlighting significant inequalities. Euronews Business takes a closer look at where people are most financially restricted from taking time off.

Travel News

Are party holidays a thing of the past?

New research shows that a majority of young people prefer a more low-key trip abroad, with some rejecting the notion of a party holiday entirely.

Moments

What is the Ferragosto bank holiday and how do Italians celebrate it?

15 August is traditionally celebrated with pasta bake on the beach.

Europe News

‘Holiday poverty’ affects 40 million workers in EU, finds new study

New study shows that 39.7 million workers, 14% of the EU’s population, couldn’t afford to go on holiday for a week in 2022.

Lifestyle

How do European countries celebrate US Independence Day?

Happy Fourth of July to Americans everywhere! If you happen to be in Europe, you might be wondering where and how you can celebrate.

Travel News

Where in Europe do people take the most - and least - holiday?

One generation in particular is not using up their holiday allowance.