easyJet Accepts £5.7 Billion Apollo Takeover as 30-Year Airline Era Changes
easyJet has agreed to a £5.7 billion takeover by Apollo Global Management, potentially taking one of Europe’s largest low-cost airlines private.
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Virgin Voyages will deploy Valiant Lady from Amsterdam in summer 2028 for its first cruises through Scandinavia, the Baltics and Norwegian fjords.
Barcelona is considering combined tourist taxes of up to €30 for short-stay cruise passengers as the city intensifies its overtourism crackdown.
Marriott International and Catalonia Hotels & Resorts plan new all-inclusive resorts in Montego Bay and Zanzibar as Marriott expands globally.
Spain expects a major tourism surge for the August 12 total solar eclipse, with rural Castile and Leon preparing for up to 500,000 visitors.
The 2030 and 2034 FIFA World Cups will push tournament travel into new territory, from six-country hosting to Saudi Arabia’s futuristic stadium plans.
The 50 Top Pizza Europa 2026 ranking highlights the best pizzerias outside Italy, with London, Madrid and Puteaux leading the list.
G Adventures is launching Away Games, a new small-group soccer travel collection combining live European matches, VIP seating and local football culture.
Cruise demand is climbing into summer 2026, with Europe standing out for fuller ships, higher prices and stronger interest in Mediterranean and Northern routes.
Barcelona’s Sagrada Familia has reached its final height with the Tower of Jesus Christ, drawing global attention while renewing debate over overtourism and local impact.
Intrepid Travel has launched new locally led day trips in Barcelona, Venice and Paris, designed to move visitors beyond overcrowded landmarks.
Sarajevo has been named Europe’s cheapest city break for 2026, as Eastern European destinations dominate the latest Post Office City Costs Barometer.
Uber and Click&Boat are partnering to offer skippered boat rentals across Mediterranean destinations, making day trips on the water easier to book through the Uber app.