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Portugal’s Monte Clérigo Named Europe’s Best Beach for 2026
Praia de Monte Clérigo in Portugal’s Algarve has been named Europe’s best beach for 2026, leading a ranking that also highlights Greece, Italy, Spain, Norway and Turkey.
Uber and Click&Boat Bring Private Boat Bookings to Mediterranean Travelers This Summer
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.
AmaWaterways Announces Major Fleet Expansion
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Thomas Grant
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Thomas Grant
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AmaWaterways plans to expand its fleet to more than 50 ships by 2032, with new vessels scheduled across Europe, Africa, and Asia. The move signals continued confidence in river cruise demand across both mature and developing markets.
Lufthansa and Air France-KLM Bid for TAP Air Portugal Stake
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Laura Mitchell
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Laura Mitchell
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Lufthansa Group and Air France-KLM have submitted non-binding offers for a minority stake in TAP Air Portugal. The contest highlights how major European airline groups are still seeking network expansion through selective consolidation.
Riviera Travel Launches April Flash Sale on River Cruises
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Thomas Grant
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Thomas Grant
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Riviera Travel has introduced a limited-time promotion offering additional savings on new river cruise bookings through April 30. The offer can be combined with other discounts, extending price pressure across 2026 and 2027 departures.
Polish Cities Krakow and Warsaw Are the Best in Europe for Remote Work
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Marcus Bennett
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Krakow and Warsaw lead a new ranking of Europe’s best cities for remote work, highlighting Central Europe’s growing edge in affordability, safety, and connectivity.
Room00 to Invest Up to €420 Million in European Expansion
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Eleanor Price
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Room00 is planning a major European expansion with up to €420 million in investment, targeting key urban destinations across Spain, Italy, Portugal and the UK.
Portugal Launches EU App to Speed Up Airport Border Controls
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Christopher Lane
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Portugal has launched the EU’s “Travel to Europe” app, allowing non-EU travelers to pre-register data and reduce waiting times at border control.
European Airlines Expand Direct Flights as Middle East Routes Disrupt Travel
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Laura Mitchell
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European airlines are adding direct long-haul flights to Asia and Africa as travelers avoid Middle Eastern hubs amid ongoing conflict.
Middle East Crisis Reshapes UK Travel as Tourists Shift From Turkey and Egypt to Europe
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Andrew Collins
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UK travelers are canceling trips to Turkey, Egypt and Cyprus amid the Middle East conflict, redirecting demand toward European destinations and Mediterranean resorts.
From Rio Straight to Europe: Brazilian Airline Announces Direct Flights between Rio de Janeiro to France and Portugal
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Yuliya Karotkaya
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Brazil’s GOL Linhas Aéreas will launch its first-ever direct flights to Europe, connecting Rio de Janeiro with Paris and Lisbon.
GOL to Launch First Long-Haul Flight From Rio de Janeiro to New York
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Laura Mitchell
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Brazilian airline GOL will launch its first long-haul route in July with nonstop flights between Rio de Janeiro and New York. The service marks the carrier’s entry into intercontinental travel.
Uber Expands Women Driver Matching Option Nationwide in the U.S.
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Marcus Bennett
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Uber has launched a nationwide feature allowing women riders and drivers in the United States to match with each other. The option aims to address safety concerns while giving users more control over their ride preferences.
Luxembourg City Named the Most Beautiful Capital in Europe
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Victoria Hayes
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A new study analyzing millions of traveler reviews has ranked Luxembourg City as the most beautiful capital in Europe. Smaller capitals such as Bratislava and Monaco also scored highly for their scenery and walkable historic centers.