This article examines the contrasting situations in Palmyra, hoping for a tourism revival after ISIS, and Manbij, plagued by electricity shortages and terrorist attacks amidst ongoing conflict. Read more...

Pop superstar Katy Perry is set to join Lauren Sanchez, Jeff Bezos' partner, on an all-women space flight aboard Blue Origin's New Shepard rocket. Get ready for liftoff! Read more...

From legal battles at a French nudist village to potential natural disasters in Cannes, and the unique charm of Italy's Aosta Valley, Europe's travel destinations face diverse challenges. Read more...

Kenya focuses on wildlife corridors to protect animal populations, while a Melbourne startup unveils a computer made of human brain cells. Read more...

Travelers in Slovakia face extra fees for ticket purchases, while Malá Fatra National Park struggles with a lack of public understanding of its importance. Read more...

Embark on a luxurious 3,600-mile African train adventure and learn about crucial rhino conservation efforts in Kenya and Tanzania. Discover the continent's breathtaking landscapes and the fight to protect endangered species. Read more...

Southern Moravia offers a variety of travel experiences this season, from the inaugural CestujFEST in Mikulov to the renovated Krásenská lookout tower and improved accessibility at the Macocha Abyss cable car. Read more...

From coalition talks in Germany led by Friedrich Merz and Lars Klingbeil to a deepfake scandal in Italy, European politics are heating up. Plus, a senator in Berlin threatens to cancel a faculty. Read more...

Saudi Arabia and the UAE face a unique opportunity to diversify beyond oil, but recent profit drops at Saudi Aramco highlight the challenges ahead. Can they build a sustainable future? Read more...

Chinese architect Liu Jiakun receives the 2025 Pritzker Prize. Separately, a Chinese funeral home becomes a surprising culinary destination for its exceptional noodles. Read more...

S Hotels & Resorts announces record revenue for 2024, driven by global tourism, and Tianhe district in Guangzhou focuses on modernizing industries. Read more...

Escape the Albanian tourism boom with a hike in the south, and explore the global travel habits and perceptions of German tourists. Read more...

Tourism Minister Daniela Santanchè defends herself against a no-confidence motion, alleging a "media life sentence," while opposition leaders criticize her stance on wealth and dishonesty. Read more...

After a five-year hiatus, North Korea has welcomed back Western tourists, marking a significant shift since the onset of the Covid-19 pandemic. Travelers from Europe, Australia, and Canada are among the first to experience the Hermit Kingdom. Read more...

Explore unusual travel experiences: a near-empty airport in Sri Lanka, breathtaking views in the Czech Republic, and the aftermath of a mid-flight death. Read more...

The conviction of the owners of Whakaari/White Island in New Zealand has been overturned following the deadly 2019 eruption that killed 22 people. Read more...

This week in Azerbaijan: Ruben Vardanyan's trial commences, Azerbaijan and Iran discuss parliamentary ties, and President Aliyev reprimands a tourism official. Read more...

From the cliff dwellings of Mesa Verde to the fading memories of Greek islanders and the spiritual journeys of women in India, explore how we preserve echoes of the past. Read more...

Nice faces complex challenges, from balancing tourism with public health regarding cruise ships, to environmental concerns over a suspended solar park project, and the aftermath of a tragic basilica attack. Read more...

A roundup of the latest political news from Italy, including the Tate brothers fleeing to the US despite human trafficking charges, and a debate in parliament. Read more...