Hoscars winners: the world’s best hostels 2019
Prague hostel wins trio of titles in annual hostel awards, which has introduced new solo travel categories to reflect rise in independent travellers
How a no-deal Brexit could affect UK travellers
Flights, passports, car rental, visas, currency … the European commission has released its no-deal contingency plan, including measures to keep skies open
Berlin government pledges €1m to soundproof city’s nightclubs
Berlin’s club scene makes money for the city – and a lot of noise. A new initiative will soundproof venues, helping to protect clubs from closure
Why does Norwegian Airlines get so many complaints?
It is currently the most complained-about airline among UK passengers, with many furious at delays
Partygoers on flights warned ‘excessive drinking’ will lead to hefty fines
Airline industry says revellers flying to end-of-season parties in the Med risk fines of £5,000 or being kicked off flights for antisocial behaviour
The heat is on: record temperatures forecast for Spain and Portugal
Holidaymakers across the continent should expect extreme temperatures as forecasters suggest European record could be toppled
I was mugged on holiday. Don’t make the mistakes I made
I’d just written about holiday money but hadn’t reckoned on the gangs that target tourists
Holiday car hire: 10 simple ways to save this summer
How to find the best rental deals, avoid the hard sell and ensure you’re not hit with rip-off charges
Nîmes’ stunning new Roman museum dazzles in a glass ‘toga’
As the French city bids for Unesco heritage status, the stylish Musée de la Romanité shows off the extensive treasures of Roman Nîmes
Amsterdam gets tough on antisocial behaviour from tourists
City’s popularity with stag parties prompts hefty on-the-spot fines aimed at young British and Dutch men
Swiss railways named best operator in Europe
A report finds Switzerland’s national railway offers the best overall service, with plaudits for its family-friendly focus and facilities for disabled passengers
‘Dynamic’ Dundee earns place on Lonely Planet’s Best in Europe 2018 hotlist
The Scottish city has a top 10 slot on this year’s list – along with Emilia-Romagna and Cantabria – as the guidebook publisher looks to reflect concerns about overtourism
Venice poised to segregate tourists as city braces itself for May Day ‘invasion’
Metal barriers aimed at separating visitors and locals on key routes into Venice are expected to be put to use on 1 May despite protests by locals against the controversial measure
Palma de Mallorca to ban residents renting apartments to tourists
Concerns about high rental prices and over-tourism in the capital of Mallorca have led authorities to ban homeowners from renting out flats to visitors
Eurostar plans to halve its use of plastics within two years
Train operator also pledges to reduce food waste as part of new environmental targets