Europe

Park Hyatt Sets its Sights on Portugal with Debut in Comporta

Park Hyatt is coming to Portugal. The luxury brand plans to open Park Hyatt Comporta in 2029, bringing 58 guestrooms, private villas and residences to the country’s Alentejo coast.

Odyssey Fever Fuels New Greek Tour Bookings for 2027

Set-jetting continues to gain traction as Christopher Nolan's adaptation of "The Odyssey" reaches theaters this week.

Scenic and Emerald Add 2026-27 Christmas River Sailings

Scenic Luxury Cruises & Tours and Emerald Cruises & Tours have added river cruise itineraries for the 2026 and 2027 European holiday seasons.

Kensington Reveals Where Luxury Travelers Are Going Next

Kensington’s latest booking data reveals where luxury travelers are heading next, with growing demand for cultural immersion, personalized and luxury experiences.

Dromoland Castle to Reopen in 2027 After Six-Month Renovation

Dromoland Castle will close in November for a six-month transformation, reopening in June 2027 with expanded accommodations, wellness, dining and guest experiences.

Palladium Hotel Group Debuts BLESS Barcelona, Expanding Luxury Portfolio

Palladium Hotel Group has returned to Spain with the opening of BLESS Barcelona, a five-star, 119-room hotel on Placa Catalunya. The property marks the latest addition to the BLESS...

6 New and Reimagined Hotels Around the World

These six new and reimagined hotels give travelers more than a place to stay, pairing distinctive design, dining, wellness and experiences that bring each destination into the heart of the guest experience.

Celebrity Cruises Unveils 2028-29 Deployment With Expanded Europe Season

Celebrity Cruises has unveiled its 2028-29 deployment, highlighted by its most extensive Europe season yet.

Portugal Family Travel: How Martinhal Elevates Multigenerational Stays

As Portugal continues to attract multigenerational travelers, Martinhal Resorts is carving out a niche with luxury accommodations designed around family life.

Exodus Adventure Travels Expands Rail Journeys Across Europe and Asia

From Spain's high-speed rail network to Tibet's legendary Qinghai-Tibet Railway, Exodus Adventure Travels is showcasing guided rail adventures across Europe and Asia.

Holland America Opens 2028 Europe Bookings With Expanded Sailings

Holland America Line's 2028 Europe season, with the most port calls in nearly a decade, is open for bookings.

Switzerland Week Returns With Savings and a Trip Giveaway

Railbookers has brought back Switzerland Week, a weeklong promo running now through Aug. 1 that combines discounted rail vacations with a trip giveaway.

Riviera Travel Offers Early 2028 Savings on Five Routes

Riviera Travel River Cruises has opened 2028 bookings for five of its top-selling European river itineraries with more sailings and savings.

Railbookers Marks Spain’s World Cup Win with Travel Sale

Railbookers is offering $200 per couple on qualifying Spain itineraries of five nights or longer booked by July 25 for travel in 2027 and 2028.

Pelorus Charts a Private Yacht Route Through Homer’s Odyssey

Pelorus' Mediterranean itinerary is tied to renewed interest in Homer's epic and timed to Christopher Nolan's adaptation of The Odyssey.

Perillo Tours Adds Women-Only Trips to Italy for 2027

Perillo Tours is adding two women-only itineraries for 2027, each running nine days in Italy and capped at 20 guests.

Emerald Cruises Launches Rhone River Sailing for Latin American Travelers

The Emerald Culturas: Sensations of Lyon & Provence is an 8-day sailing through southern France that is designed specifically for Spanish and Portuguese-speaking guests.

Central Holidays Releases 2027 Italy Escorted Tours Brochure and Early Booking Savings

The new brochure highlights the tour operator's escorted travel programs across Italy, combining centrally located accommodations, guided sightseeing, regional culinary experiences and English-speaking guides. 

Avanti Reports Rise in Last-Minute Summer Bookings, Shares ‘Coolcation’ Options

Avanti Destinations says demand for last-minute international vacations continues to grow, with advisors increasingly steering clients toward cooler destinations with better availability.

Odyssey‑Inspired Wine Experience Debuts at Lisbon Hotel

Tivoli Avenida Liberdade Lisbon has introduced a new Odyssey-inspired wine tasting that blends Portuguese wine and local mythology.

Unwrapping New Holiday Experiences With Regent Seven Seas

Regent Seven Seas is celebrating the holiday season with new shore excursions and multi-day pre- and post-cruise land programs.

Avanti Highlights Astrotourism FIT Packages for 2026 Travel

Avanti has expanded its collection of astronomy-focused experiences across several destinations known for exceptional night skies.

Eurobound Targets Cool-Climate Family Travel with New Norway Adventure

Eurobound's Norway itinerary takes travelers through the country's iconic fjords and features outdoor experiences designed for families and multigenerational groups.

Barcelona Raises Taxes, Takes Other Steps Against Overtourism

Barcelona’s mayor is proposing an increase in the city’s tourist tax on cruise visitors as part of a broader effort to discourage overtourism.
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