La Dolce Vita Orient Express Adds Rome-Istanbul Route With Five-Day Luxury Rail Journey
La Dolce Vita Orient Express will launch a luxury Rome-Istanbul journey in October 2026, reviving one of Europe’s most storied rail routes with an Italian twist.
Vienna
Vienna, Austria’s elegant capital, is famed for its imperial history, classical music heritage, and stunning architecture. The city boasts majestic palaces like Schönbrunn and the Hofburg, alongside world-class museums and vibrant coffeehouse culture. Vienna’s rich musical legacy is celebrated through the works of Mozart, Beethoven, and Strauss, still alive in its opera houses and concert halls. With beautiful parks, bustling markets, and a thriving culinary scene, Vienna offers a perfect blend of tradition and modern sophistication. It’s a city where history, art, and culture come together to create a truly unforgettable experience.
Lufthansa Group Cuts 20,000 Summer Flights as Fuel Costs Reshape European Network
Lufthansa Group is trimming 20,000 short-haul flights from its summer schedule through October as surging jet fuel prices force a broader rethink of its European network.
European Airlines Expand Direct Flights as Middle East Routes Disrupt Travel
European airlines are adding direct long-haul flights to Asia and Africa as travelers avoid Middle Eastern hubs amid ongoing conflict.
Copenhagen, Berlin and Barcelona Named Europe’s Easiest City Breaks for Families
By
Victoria Hayes
• 3 mins read
A new Family Breaks Index by travel booking platform LateRooms ranks the easiest European cities for traveling with babies, toddlers and young children.
Brisbane, London and Auckland Lead Ranking of the Best Cities to Raise a Family
By
Marcus Bennett
• 4 mins read
A new global ranking highlights the best cities to raise a family, with Brisbane taking the top spot thanks to safety, green spaces and quality of life.
Vienna and Trieste Connected by New High-Speed Rail Link in Under Seven Hours
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Thomas Grant
• 3 mins read
A new high-speed Railjet service is transforming travel between Austria and Italy, cutting journey times between Vienna and Trieste by more than three hours and strengthening sustainable rail travel in Europe.
Century Cruises Unveils Its First European River Ship, the Century Star
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Thomas Grant
• 3 mins read
Century Cruises is debuting its first European river vessel, the Century Star, blending Eastern elegance with Western design as it launches Danube and Rhine itineraries in 2026.
Thanksgiving Travel Forecast 2025: Record 82 Million Americans to Travel Despite Shutdown Impact
By
Christopher Lane
• 3 mins read
A record-breaking 81.8 million Americans are expected to travel this Thanksgiving, even as the country recovers from a prolonged shutdown that disrupted flights and fueled last-minute itinerary changes.
Wizz Air Opens New Base in Podgorica, Montenegro, Launching 14 New Routes for Summer 2026
By
Laura Mitchell
• 3 mins read
Wizz Air will open a new base in Podgorica, Montenegro, in March 2026, adding 14 new destinations across Europe and boosting regional connectivity.
Numa Group Launches Native by Numa Brand Across Europe
By
Eleanor Price
• 3 mins read
Numa Group has introduced Native by Numa, a new premium brand offering high-touch lifestyle hospitality experiences across major European cities.