Winners of the Destination of Sustainable Cultural Tourism Awards 2025 revealed

The winners were announced during the Award ceremony that took place in the European Capital of Smart Tourism 2025, Sibiu, Romania, on 2 October 2025. The ‘Destination of Sustainable Cultural Tourism’ Awards aim to enhance the visibility of...

Melania Trump ex-boyfriend's shocking claim: ‘She never wanted to live in the US’

Melania Trump, the wife of President Donald Trump, reportedly never thought about living in the United States when she was a young Slovenian. Melania arrived in the United States in 1996 and received US citizenship in 2006. Melania Trump, a...

FM discusses with Slovenian counterpart Egypt’s ongoing efforts to end war in Gaza

CAIRO, Oct 7 (MENA) – Minister of Foreign Affairs, Emigration and Egyptian Expatriates Badr Abdelatty held talks on Tuesday with Slovenian Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Foreign and European Affairs Tanja Fajon, who is on an official visit...

New EU border controls: What British travellers to Spain need to know before October 12

Date Published: 08/10/2025 Everything you need to know about Europe’s Entry/Exit System (EES) as millions of British tourists prepare for new registration requirements If you're planning a trip to Spain or anywhere else in Europe in the coming...

ATHLETES AS GLOBAL AMBASSADORS PROMOTING SPORTS TOURISM

Across the globe, destinations are increasingly leveraging the celebrity appeal of top athletes. Think football icons, Olympic legends – they're becoming key in showcasing countries and cities. In essence, sports are becoming a pretty effective...

More Schengen delays: 10 countries face longer queues

7. Austria Austria’s controls, valid until December 15, 2025, focus on borders with Hungary and Slovenia. The government cites migration-related challenges and security issues stemming from conflicts in Ukraine and the Middle East. Expect visible...

EU Moves to Tighten Visa-Free Travel Rules Amid Security and Rights Concerns

By Liza Mchedlidze Wednesday, October 8, 2025 The European Parliament has approved new legislation to make it easier for the European Union to suspend visa-free travel for citizens of countries that pose security risks or violate human rights. In...

UK Foreign Office issues urgent update for EU holidaymakers ahead of rule change

Liv Clarke Tourism writer 19:28, 07 Oct 2025 British holidaymakers have received a crucial announcement(Image: alexsl via Getty Images) British holidaymakers have received a crucial announcement from the UK Foreign Office regarding a significant...

Full list of 29 EU countries where UK travellers will face new rules from Sunday

Rules are changing for UK travellers heading to countries in Europe(Image: Getty Images) UK travellers heading to Europe need to be aware of new rules being introduced from this Sunday. The European Union’s new Entry/Exit System (EES) will begin...

New rules come in next week if you're travelling to these countries

There are new rules for travelling to the EU(Image: PA) The Foreign Office has issued a fresh update covering 29 EU nations ahead of the new Entry/Exit System (EES) scheme launching next week on October 12. Implementation will be phased, with a...

Avalanche in Slovenia kills 3 Croatian hikers

LJUBLJANA, Oct. 6 (Xinhua) -- Three Croatian hikers were killed by a snow avalanche in Slovenia, the Mountain Rescue Association of Slovenia said on Monday. The avalanche occurred on Sunday below Mount Tosc, a 2,275-meter peak in the Julian Alps....

Avalanche in Slovenia kills 3 Croatian mountain climbers

LJUBLJANA, Slovenia (AP) — Three mountaineers from Croatia were killed when they were swept away by an avalanche in neighboring Slovenia over the weekend, rescue officials said Monday. The three went missing Sunday when an avalanche carried them...

Christmas travel swaps to help you escape the crowds

Posted on 7 October, 2025 Okay, so Christmas is less than three months away. Let me guess: in your mind, you’re sitting somewhere between joy for a week or two off and dread at the domestic drudgery masked in a thin veil of Christmas spirit. If...

Full list of countries UK travellers face new rules in from next week

A generic plane (Image: PA) The Foreign Office shared a new update for 29 EU countries yesterday ahead of the new entry/exit scheme which comes into operation next week, October 12. It will be a gradual process with the full implementation not...

Experience holidays in Greece are attracting British interest

The Greek National Tourist Office UK & Ireland successfully presented the multitude of possibilities for experience holidays in nature that Greece offers and its unparalleled natural beauty at three leading tourist events in the British market....

TIS 2025 in Seville to Showcase How Innovation and Technology Are Redefining Sustainable Tourism

Sustainable Tourism at the Heart of Global Transformation Sustainable tourism that respects local communities and promotes inclusivity is becoming one of the travel industry’s leading priorities. With travelers increasingly aware of their...

Scots tourists face major Spanish travel rule change as October break nears

Scots holidaymakers looking for some autumn sunshine have been warned of an upcoming travel rule change if they are heading to Spain and other popular destinations. Thousands will jet off during the October school holidays to enjoy a break, with...

Can You Speak? You Can Sing!

I am sitting with one thousand singers at a five-day choral music festival called Kathaumixw (pronounced ‘kah-tie-miew’ in the Tla’amin First Nation’s language). The Aboriginal people gifted the name to the community of Powell River. Spelled...

UK travellers flying to Europe warned of extra checks starting next week

Brits planning a holiday this autumn have been issued a warning as border checks could take a little longer than usual. The entry system for certain countries in Europe is set to change next week. From October 12, countries within the Schengen...

Three Croatian climbers killed in avalanche in Slovenian Alps

Three Croatian climbers died after an avalanche struck them below Mount Toshka in the Julian Alps in Slovenia on October 5, rescue services said. The search for the tourists, who had set out on the climb despite weather warnings, began on October...