Hilton reports a 2% decline in US business travel RevPAR in Q2 2025 but sees growth in Europe and promising signs of recovery in corporate and group bookings.
From October 2025, UK travelers must pay a £17 ETIAS fee and provide biometric data to enter Europe as the EU introduces new security systems and travel rules.
The new Schengen visa cascade system simplifies multi-country travel in Europe. Easier access, fewer hurdles, and broader mobility boost tourism and business.
Canada, US, and UK issue updated travel advisories for Europe, urging caution in Spain, Italy, France, Germany, and more amid rising unrest and petty crimes.
UK warns travelers of terrorism threats in Slovenia, Austria, Italy, Croatia & Hungary. Key safety rules & tips to ensure safe travel for British nationals.
Canada’s updated travel advisory includes Japan, New Zealand, and Europe due to increased tourist-targeted threats. Caution urged in busy public areas.
Europe’s iconic Alpine rail routes are reborn as Austria, Italy, France & Switzerland reopen historic lines, including the Tauern railway, boosting tourism & trade.
Get the ultimate 2025 European summer travel guide with expert advice on visas, health protocols, transport, taxes, and safety for a worry-free journey.
Austria Gains Ground as a Preferred Schengen Visa Destination for Tourists from Asia and Middle East Austria, the picturesque Alpine nation known for its rich cultural heritage and world-class tourism infrastructure, is quietly asserting its influence within the Schengen visa ecosystem. In 2024, Austria processed approximately 262,017 visa applications—representing just 2.24% of the total 11.7
