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Lux Express buses to stop at Tallinn's D-terminal from July 14
A new stop at the Port of Tallinn's D-terminal will be added to the Lux Express's Pärnu and Riga coach services from Monday, July 14. Buses will first stop at Tallinn bus station, from where the journey will continue to the D-terminal, allowing...

Türkiye's air passenger traffic hits 108.8 mln in first half of 2025
ANKARA Türkiye's airports handled a record 108.8 million passengers in the first six months of 2025, marking a surge in both domestic and international travel, Transport and Infrastructure Minister Abdulkadir Uraloğlu announced on Thursday....

Which Airlines Offer the Fastest In-Flight Wi-Fi? Here’s The Full List
For travelers tired of buffering videos and failed uploads at 35,000 feet, relief is finally in sight—at least on a few lucky airlines. New global rankings from network analytics firm Ookla reveal that Hawaiian Airlines and Qatar Airways now offer...

World Flavours, Indian roots: Hotel menus that bridge continents
The global palate is evolving. As travellers become more adventurous and culturally curious, hotel kitchens are transforming into cultural crossroads—places where diverse culinary influences meet the richness of Indian tradition. The phrase "world...

Europe's 5 best destinations to hike this summer - and one is cheaper than UK
Europe is home to a diverse array of landscapes, encompassing mountains, forests, coastlines and glacial regions. One can trek through the Alps, delve into Sweden's boreal forests or navigate the rugged terrain of the Scottish Highlands. Europe's...

‘This is the Meaning of the Universal Church:’ Italian Apostolate Preserves Family, Faith and Culture
In his 25 years of active service in the Italian Army, Colonel Claudio Blardone has been deployed to a handful of countries on multiple assignments, including commanding the Italian contingent of NATO in Latvia. Last month, Col. Blardone completed...

Donegal Town hosts European representatives for Green Hydra Conference
Donegal Town hosted the third International Study Visit and Green Hydra conference, with visits from Government and City organisational representatives from several European countries. Project partners from Italy, Bulgaria, Poland, Spain, Cyprus,...

Your guide to all the new direct flight routes launched across UAE airlines
Airlines across the United Arab Emirates are doing the most this season – new flight routes launching left, right and centre, hot off the press for all your future travel plans. With all these announcements happening at varied times, at varied...

Going Places: BoatBikeTours’ Netherlands Islandhopping: The Texel Roads Yields Up its Treasure
By Karen Rubin, Travel Features Syndicate, goingplacesfarandnear.com Day 3 of Boat Bike Tours’ eight-day Islandhopping tour proves to be my favorite, most perfect day – the biking, the attractions, the scenery, the gestalt of the island of Texel,...

Germany Pledges Support for Baltic Security, NATO Cooperation
(MENAFN) Germany’s unwavering support for the Baltic states was highlighted during President Frank-Walter Steinmeier’s three-day trip to Lithuania and Latvia, with a sharp focus on enhancing regional security cooperation. Concluding his visit in...

Turkish Airlines, airBaltic expand codeshare partnership
Travel, Tourism & Hospitality June 2025 92 Turkish Airlines, the national flag carrier of Türkiye, and the Latvian airline airBaltic expand their existing codeshare agreement, adding several new destinations to their shared network. Turkish...

Emirates Signs A Deal To Integrate Bitcoin And Crypto Payments
Emirates has signed a memorandum of understanding with Crypto.com to integrate Bitcoin and crypto payments into its booking systems, marking a significant step toward mainstream adoption of Bitcoin in the travel industry. The agreement, signed in...

Esperanza Lake Resort reopens following extensive renovation
Esperanza Lake Resort in Lithuania has reopened following a three-year renovation and redesign. First established 12 years ago, the resort has extended its footprint with an expanded 1,000m2 wellness centre, complemented by a private beach, 15...

Cheapest European city breaks where dinner and wine is under €30
As many Irish holidaymakers feel the squeeze cost of living crisis, some travellers will be looking to make the most of their budget when it comes to trips abroad this summer. A new report may help you find your next travel choice as it compares...

Vladimir Putin to ramp up hypersonic missile production as experts fear WW3 threat
Russian autocrat Vladimir Putin is escalating the production of hypersonic missiles, stoking fears of a potential World War 3 as Middle East tensions soar. This development follows Iran's targeting of American military bases in Qatar on Monday, a...

10 cheapest Europe city breaks with 3 course meal with wine for €27
The summer holiday season is well underway, and for Irish holidaymakers grappling with the cost of living crisis, a sunny city break might seem like a distant dream. However, if you've been typing 'cheap European breaks' into Google or browsing...

Europe’s top 5 destinations for a summer hike
Europe boasts a wide range of terrains, from mountains and forests to coastlines and glacial areas. You can hike through the Alps, explore the boreal forests of Sweden, or traverse the rugged Scottish Highlands. Many hiking trails in Europe are...

Is Pakistan on the list as China expands visa-free entry to 74 countries?
BEIJING – China has significantly widened its visa-free travel policy, now allowing citizens from 74 nations to enter the country for up to 30 days without requiring a visa. This move has already resulted in a sharp increase in international...

Europe's cheapest city breaks where a 3 course meal with wine costs just €27
Summer holiday season is in full swing and for Irish travellers feeling the pinch of the cost of living crisis, the idea of a sunny city break may seem out of reach. But if you've found yourself Googling 'cheap European breaks' or searching...

€1.43 for a coffee – Europe’s cheapest city breaks revealed, and how Dublin compares
That accolade goes to Riga in Latvia. It’s the lowest-cost break in Europe this year, according to a survey of 38 cities by the UK’s Post Office Travel Money. The annual City Costs Barometer compares a basket of “12 common tourist costs”,...