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The Ireland Tourism “Collapse”: What Tour Operators Are Saying

Ireland is undoubtedly a popular destination for American travelers. Ireland frequently appears in top 10 lists for most-visited European countries, including in trade-focused studies. The recent Travel Market Report’s Outlook on Global Travel...

Full list of Spain travel advice including entry requirements, safety and laws

Full list of Spain travel advice including entry requirements, safety and laws

12:32, 07 Jul 2025 Spain is a top holiday destination globally, boasting a Mediterranean climate, delectable cuisine and historical sites. Compared to other tourist hotspots, Spain is often seen as a cost-effective choice. The European nation is...

Host Switzerland eliminate Iceland and boost own hope

Iceland became the first team to be knocked out of Euro 2025 as second-half goals from Geraldine Reuteler and Alayah Pilgrim gave hosts Switzerland a 2-0 victory in Bern. Thorsteinn Halldorsson's side needed to gain at least a point to keep their...

Countries that travellers are desperate to book a flight back to - and Ireland is on the list

Countries that travellers are desperate to book a flight back to - and Ireland is on the list

Despite holidaymakers being keen to visit at least two new countries a year in 2025, and over half of Gen Z and Millennials always wanting to visit a new country when they go on holiday, there are some destinations that travellers can’t help but...

Owner of Iceland's largest tourist attraction issues dire warning about island's future: 'I've seen dramatic changes'

Owner of Iceland's largest tourist attraction issues dire warning about island's future: 'I've seen dramatic changes'

It is a vicious cycle. by Kristen CarrJuly 4, 2025 The melting and vanishing of Iceland's glaciers could affect tourism in the future, Skift reported. The glaciers are a major attraction, and if they no longer exist, it would be a direct threat to...

Photographer Sends Up His Drone to Capture Iceland’s Unique Geothermal Landscape

Photographer Sends Up His Drone to Capture Iceland’s Unique Geothermal Landscape

A photographer has been sending up his drone above geothermal pools to capture abstract images of the colorful and textured hot springs. Vilhelm Gunnarsson is a press photographer from Iceland, a country renowned for its abundant natural hot...

After visiting 2 of Iceland's famous lagoons, there's only one I'd return to on future trips

After visiting 2 of Iceland's famous lagoons, there's only one I'd return to on future trips

2025-07-06T13:12:01Z Share Facebook Email X LinkedIn Copy link lighning bolt icon An icon in the shape of a lightning bolt. Impact Link Save Saved Read in app During trips to Iceland, I visited both the Blue Lagoon and Sky Lagoon. The Blue Lagoon...

It’s the busiest travel season ever! Here’s how to avoid lines and stay ahead of the crowds

It’s the busiest travel season ever! Here’s how to avoid lines and stay ahead of the crowds

In this case: Summer travel crowds In this story This summer is expected to be the busiest travel season ever, with record-breaking crowds at airports, attractions, and popular destinations. Experts warn that dense crowds can be dangerous and...

Spain travel advice including entry requirements, safety and legal rules

Spain travel advice including entry requirements, safety and legal rules

Millions of people are set to travel to Spain this summer - here is everything you need to know for your next holiday to Spain... Spain ranks among the world's most popular holiday destinations. The country is known for its Mediterranean climate...

Europe's 31 most idyllic beaches revealed: Leading travel experts - including Sir Richard Branson - choose the very best, from a dreamy spot in Devon to an Algarve delight

Europe's 31 most idyllic beaches revealed: Leading travel experts - including Sir Richard Branson - choose the very best, from a dreamy spot in Devon to an Algarve delight

There are an estimated 300,000 beaches worldwide, of which about 22,000 are in Europe, and 1,500 in the UK. No one can quite say for sure what constitutes a ‘beach’, hence the numerical uncertainty. But we’re sticking with sand and shingle beaches...

Spain travel advice including entry requirements, safety and laws

Spain travel advice including entry requirements, safety and laws

Millions of people travel to Spain every month Spain is one of the most popular holiday destinations in the world. The country can boast a Mediterranean climate with plenty of sunshine, as well as delicious cuisine and historical sites. In...

Three passport checks you must do before you travel or risk being turned away at border

Three passport checks you must do before you travel or risk being turned away at border

Travellers across the UK are preparing for their summer holidays but there are some vital checks you need to carry out before heading to the airport. Travel experts have outlined three things you need to be looking out for. An oversight could lead...

Iceland is getting a brand-new ‘cascading waterfall’ lagoon

Iceland is getting a brand-new ‘cascading waterfall’ lagoon

Ever visited Iceland’s Blue Lagoon and thought, ‘this is nice and all, but it’s missing a 6.618 metre water feature?’ If the answer’s yes, we’ve got some exciting news. There’s a new lagoon in town: Laugarás Lagoon, which is nestled on the banks...

Where you vacation could raise your skin cancer risk, says new study

Where you vacation could raise your skin cancer risk, says new study

Most of us assume everyone knows the importance of protecting our skin from harmful UV rays, yet a new study suggests awareness campaigns aren’t doing enough to protect Americans. A recently published study revealed a dangerous gap between what...

The Ultimate 7-Day Iceland Road Trip with Hertz | Day 3 – Discover the East

The Ultimate 7-Day Iceland Road Trip with Hertz | Day 3 – Discover the East

This article is brought to you in partnership with Hertz Iceland. Welcome to Day 3 of our seven-part journey around Iceland’s Ring Road! This article is brought to you by Hertz Iceland; the rental that connects you to the country’s most scenic and...

Iceland helps 2.2 million families with new scheme – free £5

Iceland and The Food Warehouse is launching a new scheme designed to help the most vulnerable families this summer. The supermarket is not only accepting free school meal vouchers throughout the summer, but is also giving customers a £5 top up,...

Iceland's First Cascading Waterfall Lagoon Has a Hot Spring, Swim-up Bar, and Mountain Views

Iceland's First Cascading Waterfall Lagoon Has a Hot Spring, Swim-up Bar, and Mountain Views

Laugarás Lagoon A rendering of the lower lagoon at Laugarás Lagoon in Iceland. Key Points A new outdoor wellness center, Laugarás Lagoon, will open in Iceland this summer. From hot springs to waterfalls, the lagoon offers tranquility and...

Sacred Spaces, Sacred Places: Icelandic Artists In Varanasi

Sacred Spaces, Sacred Places: Icelandic Artists In Varanasi

“What happens when artists are transported to a studio far away from the comfort zone of the familiar?” This question lies at the heart of the project that brought Among Gods and Mortals: Icelandic Artists in Varanasi to life — an exhibition...

Want to offer tourists more privacy in the Highlands

Want to offer tourists more privacy in the Highlands

Hallgrímur Kristinsson, Head of Business Development and Innovation at the Icelandia Travel Agency, says it is of course very unusual that plots of land are being offered which already have both infrastructure and existing operations. The...

UK tourists must complete four passport checks to avoid airport stress this summer

UK tourists must complete four passport checks to avoid airport stress this summer

UK tourists are being advised to make four passport checks before heading off on holiday this year UK tourists are being advised to make four passport checks before jetting off this year. As the summer holidays roll in, families are looking...

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