ABTA releases vital travel checklist to help UK families prepare for summer holidays abroad in 2025. Tips include passports, insurance, airport rules, and more
Wildfires in Greece and Turkey amid extreme heatwaves prompt urgent travel alerts. Stay safe while visiting Europe in 2025 with these wildfire travel tips.
UK tourists risk up to a 3-year ban from Schengen countries if they overstay the 90-day limit post-Brexit, warns UK Foreign Office. Stay compliant to avoid penalties.
Poland’s tourism sector is set for historic 2025 growth, exceeding 2019 records in GDP and jobs, with booming domestic travel and strong economic prospects.
EU lawmakers vote to ban hand luggage fees, ensuring passengers can carry bags for free. New rules aim to protect rights and clarify airline compensation.
IATA criticizes the European Parliament’s proposal for additional cabin baggage, predicting increased operational chaos, higher costs, and inefficiencies in the airline industry.
France’s tourism sector hit record highs in 2024 and is forecast to grow further in 2025, with €274.2BN GDP impact and over 3.1M jobs, says WTTC report.
In a groundbreaking shift for the global tourism industry, five European nations—Italy, Greece, Ireland, France, and Poland—have introduced innovative mental health and wellness programs for travelers in 2025. From Italy’s serene retreats and hotel therapy services to Greece’s art-driven mental wellness festivals and Ireland’s youth-focused events, mental well-being is taking center stage across Europe. France is pioneering nature-based wellness experiences, while Poland is rapidly emerging as a key destination for mental health-focused travel. Supported by the European Union’s Mental Health Week, these initiatives aim to reduce stigma, promote balance, and offer restorative travel experiences for international visitors. With mental well-being now a key component of travel in Europe, tourists can enjoy not only the beauty of the continent but also the opportunity to recharge emotionally and mentally. Explore how European destinations are transforming tourism into a journey of healing, self-care, and community connection in 2025.
