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Fans are in for a treat: a Harry Potter world, including a hotel, is set to be built in the coming years at Legoland Günzburg in Bavaria, on the A8 motorway between Augsburg and Ulm.
Many travellers want to make the most of every moment on their journeys through Europe. To meet this demand, operators constantly expand the range of overnight train services.
The chaos and strain in the tourism and hospitality sectors continue. As a result of severe restrictions on oil transport, the Iran conflict is causing a massive rise in kerosene and petrol prices. Airlines are changing their routes, bookings for Greece are stalling, and the governments of Dubai, Cyprus and Egypt have already announced support for the industry. Hotel occupancy rates in the UAE are falling to single figures.
Mallorca, Iceland or perhaps a cruise? When the Moon completely blocks out the Sun on 12 August 2026, there are more options to choose from. An overview for all eclipse tourists.
The beach chairs are ready, but nothing works without sand: following the winter storms, Wangerooge’s beach is missing around 30,000 cubic metres of sand. Heavy machinery is bringing it back.
The European Parliament has decided that business trips do not fall under the EU Package Travel Directive. This means that the consumer protection rules for package holidays do not apply to business trips.
A recent data collection provides a comprehensive overview of the development of the German travel industry over the past year. Cruises and long-haul travel are becoming increasingly popular.
The ongoing Iran conflict is having a widespread impact on tourism, from the Middle East to Switzerland and Southeast Asia. The World Travel & Tourism Council (WTTC) estimates that the affected Arab region will lose around 600 million dollars in revenue per day this year. Hotel prices are falling dramatically.
Germans are travelling differently. New analysis on outbound demand shows they increasingly prioritise destinations that blend cultural heritage, natural beauty, and authentic local experiences. Europe remains the focus, with rising costs determining travel behaviour.
"Are we even welcome there?" An important question for queer people when planning a trip. The Spartacus Gay Travel Index helps with this. And it has two surprises in store this year.