holidays

Moments

October travel guide: Where to go, what to see and new hotels to book

Planning an autumn escape? From spooky season in Transylvania and Ireland to food festivals in San Sebastián, Oktoberfest in Munich and new hotel openings in Lisbon and London, these are the travel highlights to know about this month.

21 September 2026

Moments

Here’s why travellers become different people when on holiday

From staying out later than planned to buying things they’d normally consider unnecessary, travellers are more willing to break their everyday habits when they’re away, new research suggests.

16 September 2026

Destinations

Which are the world's best destinations for a last-minute holiday?

Not one for planning months ahead? New research has revealed where travellers are most likely to book accommodation within a week of arrival, with four European countries making the global top 10.

15 September 2026

Destinations

The top 10 most walkable cities – and seven are in Europe

The best city breaks don’t always need taxis, metros or complicated transport plans. A new index has ranked the most walkable up-and-coming destinations around the world, with European cities dominating the list.

10 September 2026

Destinations

Albania, Hong Kong and Egypt: Trending destinations to watch in 2027

New data predicts which destinations are tipped to take off in 2027, with major sporting events and a spectacular solar eclipse also set to shape where travellers choose to go next year.

9 September 2026

Moments

68% of travellers say a ‘skillcation’ could be life-changing

Travellers are also combining skillcations with another popular travel trend: the digital detox.

28 August 2026

Travel News

Here’s how to save on your autumn holiday

KAYAK reveals the best-value destinations and travel dates for an autumn escape, plus where to go if you want to avoid border queues as the EES rolls out across Europe.

19 August 2026

Economy

Holiday affordability in Europe: Where can people afford a break?

More Europeans can afford a week-long holiday, but the trend is not universal. Five countries have seen the share unable to afford a holiday increase, including Germany and three Nordic countries.

10 August 2026

Europe in Motion

How many EU citizens are unable to afford a holiday away?

The number of EU citizens who can afford a week off varies across the bloc, with the rising costs of accommodation, transport, and food cited as reasons for holiday poverty.

7 August 2026

Destinations

Como vs Garda: How Italy’s most popular lakes compare

The two Italian lakes have attracted holidaymakers since Roman times, with organised tourism becoming a key business around both shorelines by the 19th century.

31 July 2026

Europe in Motion

What are the deadliest countries for driving in Europe?

As holidaygoers hit the road for a summer break, three Eastern European countries and several popular tourist hubs are among the deadliest places to drive in Europe.

30 July 2026

Travel News

Will ‘coolcations’ change the geography of international tourism?

Cooler summer holidays are proving popular as peak heat sways travellers’ choices beyond the Mediterranean. Experts weigh in on whether this seasonal trend might last.

30 July 2026

Residences

Five hidden gem hotels that deserve a spot on your holiday shortlist

Five properties feature in La Liste’s Discovery Gem Hotel Awards for 2026 – including two in Europe.

29 July 2026

Travel News

Last-minute holidays boom among Brits as next-day bookings jump 26%

New data has revealed that Brits are embracing spur-of-the-moment escapes this summer, but to tried-and-tested destinations in Spain and Türkiye.

28 July 2026

Travel News

Picturesque beach in the US Virgin Islands named best in the world

Researchers looked at the colour and clarity of the water, Google Maps reviews, and climate data to rank the best beaches in the world.

28 July 2026

Health news

Jet lag tips: What to eat and drink to beat travel fatigue

What you eat and drink before, during and after a flight can ease jet lag symptoms.

28 July 2026