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Sri Lanka has waived visa fees for tourists from these countries

As of 25 May, you won’t pay a cent to enjoy up to 30 days in the country.

Destinations

These are the best countries to move to around the world

Whether you’re moving as a family or looking to improve your cost of living balance, here’s where you should be heading.

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AV geeks, you need to know about this new flight tracker

The alerts are triggered by things like altitude oscillation and squawk codes.

Moments

Airline collectibles for the AV geek in your life

From Lufthansa’s first class ducks to KLM’s miniature houses, these items are a hot commodity among aviation enthusiasts.

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EU air connectivity ‘flatlined’ in 2025, with route numbers growing 1%

Over 12 months, 1,281 routes were added – but 568 of these were relaunches of routes that were paused over the past decade.

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Skip the crowds: Uncommon day trips in Europe's most visited cities

Intrepid Travel has launched ‘uncommon day trips’ in Barcelona, Venice and Paris which aim to take travellers away from the main sights.

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A brand new airline is set to launch this July

Riyadh Air is set to launch flights to Manchester and Madrid too, with more than 100 destinations set to join the network before 2030.

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Getting to Kilimanjaro from Europe is about to get easier

Three airlines are launching routes – including one that starts in early June.

Residences

Four Seasons opens a stunning new resort on the Red Sea

Found on Shura Island in Saudi Arabia, the luxury property has a spa, three swimming pools and a 1.3km-long beach.

Destinations

A travel guide to all the potential Eurovision 2027 host cities

From the oldest continuously inhabited city in Europe to the Bulgarian Riviera, here’s where the 71st edition might be held.

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This private island in Greece could be yours for €247,000

Just don’t plan on living in the lap of luxury, because the island’s protected status means major infrastructure upgrades are impossible.

Destinations

Short-haul trips on the rise for summer holidays – here’s where to go

Trending destinations this summer include rural Sweden, Vlorë in Albania and Normandy in France.

Destinations

Why brutalist architecture is the next big travel trend

The controversial style is best explored on a walking tour in Skopje in North Macedonia, but there are plenty of other cities where you can embrace the trend.

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Revealed: The best cocktail bars in Europe in 2026

The guide’s assessment, which assigns up to three ‘pins’, looks at the drinks programme, look and feel, and community.

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These are the best cities for culture in Europe for 2026

London nabbed the top spot thanks to a slate of new openings including V&A East Storehouse.

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Free entry offered at Canada’s national parks this summer

Tourists can also get a 25% discount on camping and overnight stays operated by Parks Canada between June and September.

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One journey, one ticket: EU plans to simplify cross-border rail travel

Passengers will have the right to compensation if they miss a connection, even if the service is operated by a different railway company.

Residences

Revealed: Europe’s most beautiful new hotels

Of the 16 global properties selected for the architectural award, seven are on the continent.

Destinations

Top under-the-radar destinations in Europe to visit this summer

By looking at the places with the lowest search interest this season, Skyscanner has created a list of spots you can visit without battling the crowds.

Destinations

The best solo adventure destinations to visit in Europe

From whale watching in the Azores to kayaking Norway’s fjords, here’s all the solo trips you should be booking.

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