Airbnb has blamed the hotel industry for “over-tourism” in Europe, as the US short-term rental company responds to criticism from regulators and residents that its services are leading to overcrowding in tourist destinations. Theo Yedinsky, Airbnb’s vice president of public policy, told the Financial Times that the company is a victim of “cleverness” from local […]
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The proportion of travellers planning a trip to Europe this summer has fallen from 41% in 2024 to 39% in 2025, reflecting the decline due to global tensions in the US. China’s interest in Europe rises to 72% amid economic revival and changing consumer habits. High travel costs remain the top barrier across all markets […]
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Efforts to limit the number of tourists around Europe have gone viral thanks to the reactions of residents and the restrictions sometimes imposed by the authorities. The summer of 2024 was a turning point for many destinations in Europe, as soaring visitor numbers made tourism a burden rather than a benefit, Euronews reports. With mass […]
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Newly cost-sensitive Americans may be hitting the breaks on their big European vacations this summer, but another group is taking up the slack: Chinese travelers. According to a survey about long-haul trips the European Travel Commission (ETC) is publishing on Jun. 10, which was previewed exclusively with Bloomberg, 72% of Chinese respondents say they plan […]
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Hotel bars have become destinations, offering a welcome respite for weary travellers, a starting point for an exciting night out or the elegance of a perfectly crafted cocktail, notes Forbes. The first Forbes Travel Guide Star Bars 2025 list honors the most exceptional hotel bar experiences around the world. A timeless icon like Le Bar […]
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Greece holds a prominent place in the list of European islands that are… drowning in tourists, according to a survey by alternative tourism platform BookRetreats, while four Greek islands appear among those that have managed to keep away from the large crowds of visitors. Protests are now spreading across Europe’s island regions as residents call […]
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Just as Michelin has extended its Michelin Keys awards to hotels, La Liste is expanding its rankings beyond restaurants with a new “elite global hospitality” ranking that highlights the ten best luxury properties on three continents – North America, Asia and Europe. Known for its sophisticated algorithm that analyses thousands of reviews, published business ratings […]
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US airline Alaska Airlines is preparing to cross the Atlantic for the first time, as it has announced that from May 2026 it will start direct flights from Seattle to Rome. The new route marks the company’s first European connection and is part of a broader strategy of expansion abroad. Alaska Airlines plans to add […]
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With gross bookings projected to reach $201.6 billion in 2024 alone, short-term rentals (STRs) play a significant role in the accommodation mix of any destination, according to a new collaborative white paper by our team, in partnership with and partly based on Phocuswright research, with The Data Appeal Company – Almawave Group. Demand for and […]
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Domes , is relentlessly striving to redefine the travel experience, not only through world-class design, impeccable service and choice moments, but also by building meaningful relationships. Today, Domes officially became the first Hotel Partner of ABTA , the UK’s most trusted travel association. This historic partnership between Domes and ABTA marks a new chapter not […]
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