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Europe's 7 most beautiful train journeys - including one in the UK
If you're looking for a stunning train journey with incredible landscapes, look no further as these routes have been named as some of the best in Europe. From rocky mountains to clear blue lakes and even beautiful city views, these journeys cross...
Ten years of Slovenian model farm in Hungary marked
"The farm is not just a farm, it has become a living space of the Slovenian language, culture and cooperation. Not only people meet here, but also ideas, initiatives and visions," the Agriculture Ministry quoted State Secretary Ervin Kosi as...

After getting a surprise inheritance of $20,000 from my aunt, I started traveling. Now, I live in Argentina.
My father's sister Helen died unexpectedly in the fall of 2021. I'd known my aunt was ill and had made plans to fly from my home in New Orleans to Dallas to visit her, but she was closer to the end than we realized. I had loved Helen and written...
Don’t trust AI to plan your travels? You’re probably already using it
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Bulgaria Included in New 45-Day Visa-Free Travel to Vietnam
From today, travelers from 12 countries, including Bulgaria, can enter Vietnam for tourism without a visa for up to 45 days, regardless of passport type. This measure comes as part of Vietnam’s program to promote tourism and boost international...

Starting August 15, Bulgarians Can Travel Visa-Free to Vietnam for 45 Days
Starting August 15 until August 14, 2028, Bulgarian citizens can travel to Vietnam visa-free for tourism purposes for a period of up to 45 days, the Ministry of Foreign Affairs announced on its website here on Friday. The condition is that...

My 4 favorite things about the InterContinental in Slovenia — and how to use IHG One Rewards points to stay there
Slovenia is a mostly undiscovered gem that can offer a respite from the summer crowds in popular cities like Rome and Paris. It's also much cheaper than many parts of Europe, as I discovered during a recent trip to the charming capital city of...
A place at the farmer’s table on a foodie trip to Trieste
In Trieste and the Meaning of Nowhere, travel writer Jan Morris described the city’s many faces and “ambivalence”, maintaining that, unlike most other Italian cities, it has “no unmistakable cuisine”. But I had come to Trieste to experience, if...

Adventure First Travel Club offers premier tour
Imagine yourself coming face-to-face with a culture thousands of years in the making as you explore Croatia and the countries of the Adriatic, a region filled with ancient cities, medieval architecture, intriguing cultures, rolling hills, and...

Europe's next big change for travelers? The end of physical passport stamps
Collecting passports stamps from countries around the world has long been part of the thrill for avid globetrotters. But that cherished part of travel is about to become a thing of the past across many European locations. Nearly 30 countries in...

Foreign Office full statement as UK tourists face new entry fee in 29 countries
UK tourists are set for more travel rule changes from October. As tourists get ready for their European holiday, it's prudent to note that it'll be more expensive sooner rather than later. UK tourists travelling abroad in the European Union will...

Hunting, pollution and tourism in EU threatening some seal species into extinction
FROM THE STORMY North Sea in Belgium, to the sun-warmed sea caves of the Greek islands, Europe’s seals are facing a growing crisis. Once driven to near extinction, species such as the grey seal, harbour seal and Mediterranean monk seal are meant...

Heading to Europe? Here are 2025’s safest cities for tourists
Synopsis The Hague, Munich, and Trondheim top Numbeo's Quality of Life Index 2025 as Europe's safest cities, considering crime levels and trends. These cities, along with Zagreb, Ljubljana, and others, offer cultural and lifestyle attractions. For...

New survey signals softening U.S. travel demand heading into 2026
Travel has proven remarkably resilient in 2025 despite some pretty significant economic headwinds. In their just announced third-quarter earnings, airlines suggested that things have stabilized after a weaker-than-expected start to the year — but...

Khanh Hoa: An Expanding Tourism Gateway, Ready to Welcome Visitors from 12 European Countries!
The Gateway to Paradise, Welcoming the whole World. Great news for Vietnam's tourism sector and especially for Nha Trang – Khanh Hoa, as the government has just issued Resolution No. 229/NQ-CP on visa exemptions for citizens of 12 countries. This...
Second Edition of Festival of European Films Ready to Kick Off in Slovenian Brežice
LJUBLJANA: The Festival of European Films Brežice, founded by the Slovenian producer Aleš Pavlin, announced the 12 films competing for the Audience Award at its 2nd edition (27 - 30 August 2025). They include the Slovenian/Croatian documentary...

Europe’s strict new travel rules for Australian visitors
Australians travelling to Europe can expect longer queues at the border when the EU’s new digital immigration system launches on October 12. The Entry/Exit System, or EES, is being rolled out at the borders of the ‘Schengen Zone’ – a group of 29...
Project strives to reduce negative effects of cave tourism
Ljubljana, 13 August - There are nearly 15,000 caves scattered around Slovenia, with only 22 open to visitors. But the latter are paying a price, as human presence is detrimental to cave ecosystems. In an effort to mitigate the effects of cave...

Foreign Office speaks out at UK tourists face entrance fee for 29 countries
This scheme is not just for UK tourists but for other non-EU travellers as well, with 29 countries taking part in the programme so far. UK tourists abroad in the European Union will now face an extra charge. This scheme is not just for UK tourists...

Over 12 million vehicles on the roads on August bank holiday
More than 12 million vehicles will be on Italy's roads during the August bank holiday, the motorway company ANAS Road Mobility Observatory said ahead of the upcoming long weekend following Ferragosto on Friday. Traffic is expected to continue to...