The opinions expressed in this article are those of the author and do not represent in any way the editorial position of Euronews. We strive to be a big part of the solution, even though we are small in numbers. Cruise lines are investing significant amounts to achieve net zero cruising by 2050. Ships launched … Read more
22 November 2023 Clockwise from top left: Dr Binoy Sarkar, Professor Haywantee Ramkissoon, Professor Timothy Olds Three University of South Australia researchers have made it onto a high-profile list that recognises the world’s most influential scientists. The Clarivate Highly Cited Researchers list for 2023 was released this month. Those included on the esteemed list represent … Read more
Italy wants tourists to ‘rediscover its riches’ in a sustainable way, with more train routes planned from Milan and Genoa next year. ADVERTISEMENT Ski season is almost here and if you’re looking to the Dolomites this year, Italy has just unveiled an exciting new way to get there. From 15 December, a luxurious sleeper train … Read more
Europe’s night trains face cut-throat competition from budget airlines. ADVERTISEMENT Sarah and Sonia pile out of a rain-smattered train at Berlin Central Station, surprised they feel so rested after sleeping on Europe’s newest night train service, but also over an hour late. “When you see the beds, they don’t look like the most comfortable ones,” … Read more
UNWTO has once again partnered with the Pacific Asia Travel Association (PATA) to guide the development of tourism across the region. For its 17th edition, the 2023 UNWTO-PATA Forum (Guilin, China, 26-27 October) put the focus on maximizing the sector’s ability to drive growth, build economic resilience and contribute to the Sustainable Development Goals. The … Read more
Beat this year’s soaring flight prices by taking one of these train journeys. ADVERTISEMENT As holidaymakers ditch airports and the acccompanying hassles, delays and expense, European rail is their alternative of choice. But catching the train isn’t just better for the planet. It can also be better for your wallet. According to research by Which? … Read more
The Nordic country wants to protect its ‘unspoilt nature’ from overtourism with a new nightly fee. Iceland plans to introduce a tourist tax to help protect its unspoilt nature. ADVERTISEMENT The Nordic country has seen a sharp rise in tourists over the past decade. Visitor numbers grew by more than 400 per cent between 2010 … Read more
Nightjet’s Paris-Berlin train to relaunch in 2024 as Europe’s rail revival gathers speed. You’ll soon be able to fall asleep in Paris and wake up in Berlin thanks to the return of Austrian rail operator ÖBB’s night train service. ADVERTISEMENT After a nine-year break, the Nightjet sleeper service will relaunch on 11 December from Berlin, … Read more
The Rugby World Cup is the ‘perfect’ chance to explore France more sustainably over land and sea, according to the experts. The Rugby World Cup is kicking off in France this week, with Les Bleus taking on New Zealand in Paris on Friday (8 September). ADVERTISEMENT Around 600,000 fans will be touching down in the … Read more