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How to Read Travel Subscription Earnings: eDreams Results
For anyone evaluating travel subscription businesses, here's what actually matters in reports such as those from eDreams.
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World’s top 10 tourism economies ranked, India on the list
Global travel is no longer just about leisure, it is a powerful economic engine. Starting from the aviation and hotel sectors to retail, infrastructure, and cultural sectors, tourism has become a source of employment for millions of people and has added t
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Planning a holiday in Europe this year? All of 2026’s new tourist taxes explained | Euronews
Barcelona's visitor fee is now one of the highest in Europe.
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These are the best airports for customer experience in Europe | Euronews
Adolfo Suárez Madrid-Barajas Airport and Rome Fiumicino Airport were among those recognised in the 2025 Airport Service Quality (ASQ) Customer Experience Awards.
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Digital nomads swap skis for laptops at this Bulgarian resort | Euronews
A cosmopolitan community of digital nomads have been drawn to Bansko by its co-working spaces, high-end restaurants and active lifestyle.
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Trip.com Group see growth from inbound travel | PhocusWire
The company increased net revenue in Q4 2025 by 21% to $2.2 billion attributed to travel demand. For the full-year net revenue increased 17% to almost $9 billion.
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Viral video shows Delhi auto driver allegedly offering illegal services to foreign tourist; social media demands action | - The Times of India
A short auto-rickshaw ride in Delhi has triggered a larger conversation about tourist safety, public conduct and accountability after a foreign travel.
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Trip.com Group Points to Massive Inbound Tourism Opportunity in China
Trip.com reports a strong revenue increase and highlights significant inbound tourism growth potential in China.
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Armenia scraps visas until July. Visit for monastery hikes, bold architecture and cool cafes | Euronews
New entry rules mean citizens from 113 countries can now visit without needing a visa until 1 July 2026.
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Bulgaria ski station becomes refuge for digital nomads | Travel
Bulgaria ski station becomes refuge for digital nomads | Travel
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Up Buddhist Sites: UP’s Buddhist destinations draw record foreign visitors; how to explore the circuit via train | - The Times of India
Uttar Pradesh’s Buddhist destinations have recorded a dramatic rise in foreign tourist arrivals over the past three years, with numbers, reportedly, i.
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Travel Quote of the Day by Saadi Shirazi: “A traveller without observation is a bird without wings..." - The Times of India
Few travel quotes capture the exact spirit of travellers as powerfully as this line by Saadi Shirazi, a famous Iranian poet, philosopher, and travelle.
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10 oldest universities in the world — and where they are
Long before modern campuses, student unions and global rankings, there were centres of learning where scholars gathered to debate philosophy, law, astronomy and theology. What makes the following universities remarkable is not just their age, but their co
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CEO Spotlight: Teresa Mackintosh of Aven Hospitality | PhocusWire
Aven Hospitality's Teresa Mackintosh discusses the company's priorities, industry challenges and balancing investor and hotelier needs.
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Haryana approves 64-km Namo Bharat RRTS Link connecting Gurugram, Faridabad and Noida; airports to get direct rapid transit boost | - The Times of India
Haryana has greenlit a 64 km Namo Bharat RRTS corridor linking Gurugram, Faridabad, Noida, and Greater Noida. This 52 km Haryana stretch aims to boost regional connectivity, offering fast, safe, and modern travel. The project integrates with existing metr
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6 countries that don’t really have “names” — just official descriptions
When most of us think about country names, we assume they represent something ancient, a tribe, a civilization, a dynasty, or a cultural identity that evolved over centuries. But that isn’t always the case. Some countries are officially known by what are
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Barcelona to Double Hotel Tax
The move, which would make Barcelona's tourist tax one of the highest in Europe, aims to finance affordable housing and curb visitor numbers.
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Brazil: more than a destination, a lifestyle | Euronews
From tropical coastlines to vast canyons, from cascading waterfalls to crystal-clear freshwater springs, Brazil offers a diversity of experiences that go far beyond the vibrant energy of its major cities.
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S4BT adds HotelHub to deliver integrated corporate hotel offering for TMCs | PhocusWire
HotelHub brings the group's portfolio to eight corporate travel brands.
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This Island Was Just Named the No. 1 Place to Visit in 2026 by Tripadvisor
From Bali and London to Marrakech and New York City, Tripadvisor reveals its latest global rankings.
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Indian man deported from Singapore in alleged job visa scam; how to spot and avoid visa fraud | - The Times of India
A 30-year-old resident of Bhayandar was deported from Singapore after immigration authorities allegedly discovered that the work visa and job offer he.
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Red Sea Airport Targets Equal Domestic, International Travelers
Saudi Arabia’s Red Sea Airport plans to balance its passenger mix between domestic and international travelers by the end of 2026.
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Why Travel Can’t Hide From Activist Investors Anymore
The post-Covid boom hid deep performance gaps across travel. It's fading, and those gaps are exactly what activist hedge funds exploit best.
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The World's Tallest Vertical-loop Roller Coaster Opens in 2026
The new roller coaster boasts a 179-foot-high vertical loop.
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Accessible tourism platform Wheel the World closes $13M Series A round | PhocusWire
The round includes $3.5 million in fresh capital.
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How to Get Emergency Alerts While Traveling Overseas for Free
Travelers may be on the lookout for ways to safely plan international vacations ahead of the spring break travel season.
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5 best wildlife experiences that prove Rajasthan is more than forts and palaces
When one thinks of Rajasthan, one thinks of magnificent forts, majestic palaces, and golden deserts. However, what lies beyond the architectural splendor is a surprisingly varied landscape. While the forts and palaces of Rajasthan talk of kings and empire
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Amadeus acquires AI-driven corporate travel startup SkyLink | PhocusWire
Amadeus said the acquisition will help it scale its AI efforts, and it plans to add SkyLink's conversational technology to its existing tools.
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Ramgarh Shekhawati: A living legacy | Hindustan Times
The Vedaaranya Heritage and Healing Festival at Ramgarh Shekhawati stands as a living cultural ecosystem, offering an all immersive experience 
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5 ancient cities buried by nature and natural disaster — Can you visit them today?
Across history, some of the world’s most advanced cities have vanished beneath ash, mud, water, and sediment. Unlike cities destroyed by war, these were overwhelmed by forces far beyond human control, volcanic eruptions, earthquakes, rising seas, and shif
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Across the Silk Route in 22 Days: This luxury train covers five nations; itinerary and cost details
For centuries, traders, pilgrims and explorers crossed continents along the legendary Silk Road, carrying silk, spices, art and ideas between East and West. In 2026, that historic corridor will get a modern revival, this time in the form of a luxury rail
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The cottage from Heated Rivalry is now taking bookings for this summer | Euronews
The hit HBO show has sparked a rise in demand for getaways to Ontario, and you can book a trip to the actual filming location on Lake Muskoka through Airbnb.
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Trains, trams and buses face disruption across Germany as 48-hour strikes begin on Friday | Euronews
The two-day walkout is expected to plunge travel into chaos, affecting millions of passengers.
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Uber unveils autonomous solutions business | PhocusWire
Uber Autonomous Solutions is focused on helping AV partners in three areas: infrastructure, user experience and fleet operations.
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This is where Rashmika Mandanna and Vijay Deverakonda are getting married; inside the secluded hilltop resort of Udaipur - The Times of India
Today, two of India’s most beloved movie icons, Rashmika Mandanna and Vijay Deverakonda are going to exchange vows. It is being called one of the most.
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Western Ghats Species: 5 iconic species from the Western Ghats and where to find them | - The Times of India
The Western Ghats, an ancient mountain range in India, boasts exceptional biodiversity and a high level of endemism. This UNESCO World Heritage Site is home to unique species like the lion-tailed macaque, Nilgiri tahr, Malabar giant squirrel, Amboli toad,
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Mandarin Oriental to launch luxury river cruise along the Nile | Euronews
The hotel group is also taking over two properties in Egypt, including the Old Cataract hotel where Agatha Christie is said to have penned Death on the Nile.
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Greece ranked the world’s top destination for ‘dock and dine’ tourism | Euronews
A study by BoatBooker revealed that Greece is the number one country for gastronomic destinations accessible exclusively by sea.
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Mexico travel: Your rights during civil unrest explained after cartel boss killing sparked violence | Euronews
While the situation in Puerto Vallarta and Guadalajara appears to have returned to normal, many travellers have faced disruption over the past few days. Here’s what you need to know about your rights in cases of civil unrest.
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Bounce expands luggage storage network with acquisition of Nannybag | PhocusWire
Bounce said the acquisition is part of its vision to create more flexibility for travelers by expanding its European network and partner base.
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RobosizeME lands $2M to automate back-office hotel processes | PhocusWire
RobosizeME aims to help hoteliers reduce errors, cut costs and free up staff to focus on other parts of running a hotel.
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10 longest bridges in the world and where they are located
While many people imagine record-breaking bridges as dramatic sea crossings suspended over deep waters, most of the longest bridges on Earth are actually high-speed rail viaducts built across flat floodplains, agricultural land, and marshes.Over the past
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Sikkim Snowfall: Sikkim: 324 vehicles stranded in heavy snowfall near Nathula Pass; Army steps in | - The Times of India
A spell of intense snowfall in East Sikkim on Tuesday left hundreds of tourists stranded along the high-altitude route to Nathula Pass, triggering a c.
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Travelling to Mexico? Here’s what you need to know following cartel violence outbreak | Euronews
Visitors to the popular resort city of Puerto Vallarta have been told to stay indoors, while many flights to and from the airport have been cancelled or rescheduled.
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Jeju Island Visa Advisory: After viral video, Indian Embassy in Seoul cautions Indians travelling under Jeju Island visa waiver scheme, issues advisory | - The Times of India
When Indian travel vlogger Sachin Awasthi and his wife landed in South Korea’s Jeju Island expecting a great holiday, things did not turn out as they .
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Must-see sights on La Voie Bleue – Europe’s top cycling route for 2026 | Euronews
The 700km-long journey from Luxembourg to Lyon ‘showcases France at its finest’, passing through villages, vineyards and heritage sites.
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