Heading to Europe this summer? Think twice before lighting a cigarette on the beach or strolling shirtless down a boardwalk.

Tourists, beware: Europe cracks down with bans, fines and restrictions for 2025

Heading to Europe this summer? Think twice before lighting a cigarette on the beach or strolling shirtless down a boardwalk. With visitor numbers predicted to surge to record levels in 2025, many destinations are cracking down. Europe travel rules—and the list of things that can get you in trouble—are growing, with new bans, fines and restrictions that […]

Down the Rabbit Hole at sunset. A must see.

Where to drink and eat well in McLaren Vale this summer

With more than 80 cellar doors spread across the region, McLaren Vale can be a lot on a first pass. Here’s a short guide to the operators that stand out right now. McLaren Vale didn’t need another write-up, but the region has been creeping back into the national conversation for good reason. D’Arenberg and it’s […]

10 ideal European cities for cultural breaks in 2025

Less obvious cities like Craiova and Girona are on this list of cultural hotspots, alongside unmissable artistic centers like London and Paris.  If you’re looking for the ideal cultural getaway in 2025, here are ten cities, including some lesser known gems to explore. No matter where you travel in Europe you’ll find fascinating history, exceptional […]

Multi-gen travel grows up with the rise of adult family vacations

Travelling with older children, including multi-generational travel with grandparents, is a growing sector in tourism. You may believe that once the kids are launched, that’s the end of the family vacation. Many parents use the empty nest to take bucket list trips that previously would have been too pricey or complicated with younger ones. And […]

World's 50 Best Beaches

The world’s 50 best beaches for 2025, according to a new report

Looking for the best beaches to visit in 2025? The hotly anticipated World’s 50 Best Beaches has just announced its annual list—and the results will spark serious wanderlust. Unlike many other crowd-sourced rankings, this list is determined by votes from more than 1,000 travel industry professionals and influencers who know the world’s coastlines best. Beaches were evaluated […]