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High-speed rail network possible by 2040, says European Commission

Plan to cut journey times between major cities could reduce Berlin-Copenhagen trip from seven to four hours

The Guardian - UK

SLS Barcelona: Is this the city's most exciting new hotel?

Whether you’ve got tickets to Primavera and need to book somewhere to stay, or want to swerve the over-touristed centre, this Ennismore opening has much to recommend it, says William Hosie

Evening Standard

Europe’s new biometric border checks: what do non-EU travellers need to know?

Visitors arriving in any of the Schengen area’s 29 countries will have their faces and fingerprints scanned under the new entry/exit system

The Guardian - AU

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Will I be able to get into France without medical insurance?

TRAVEL QUESTIONS: Simon Calder answers your questions on the EU entry-exit system and the safety of Tanzania for solo female travellers

The Independent UK

The Hoxton Poblenou: Where the chic set hang out in Barcelona's coolest neighbourhood

Need somewhere to stay for the next Primavera festival, or just want to beat the crowds in bustling Barcelona? This El Poblenou stay is the place to be, says William Hosie

Evening Standard

A place at the farmer’s table on a foodie trip to Trieste

On the border with Slovenia, the Italian region of Friuli–Venezia Giulia continues a centuries-old tradition of farms opening their doors and serving up a feast to the public

The Guardian - UK

It’s not all money, money, money here; the mellower side of Croatia’s Mamma Mia island

Beyond the tourist haunts there’s another side to Vis, with quiet beaches best explored by kayak and paddleboard, vine-covered hills and affordable waterside restaurants

The Guardian - UK

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Monteverdi: Tuscany's romantic new foodie retreat

Foraging, fine dining and Florentine flair, this Tuscan retreat should be on every foodie’s radar, says Gina Jackson

Evening Standard

Italian guide collapses and dies while leading Colosseum tour in searing heat

Rome tour guides call for attractions’ opening hours to be reviewed after death of Giovanna Maria Giammarino

The Guardian - UK

Laid-back Noord: a scenic antidote to the crowds of central Amsterdam

A four-minute train ride from Amsterdam Centraal is an easygoing world of floating homes, art galleries and inexpensive waterside bars

The Guardian - UK

Abandoned island in Venice to become a haven for locals seeking escape from tourism

Activists will transform Poveglia into a public park that will offer residents relief from a surge in tourism

The Independent UK

No cruise ships, no rickshaws and a visitor tax: How popular tourist spots like Venice are tackling overtourism

From banning golf carts and cruise ships to hiking taxes for day-trippers, iconic tourist destinations are taking matters into their own hands to keep their streets sane for locals

The Independent UK

Europe's ultimate spa break? Why you need to experience the healing waters of Czechia

Creative types have been flocking to the West Bohemian Spa Triangle for centuries, but it’s still relatively unknown outside of the country. Here’s how to experience it like a local

Evening Standard

Five of the best European city breaks for summer

With outdoor concerts, alfresco dining, rooftop bars and plenty of parks and places to swim outdoors, these cities make for a great summer getaway

The Guardian - UK

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As anti-tourism protests grow in Europe, we need a rethink – but that’s no reason to stop travelling

Visitors could be more sensitive, while the authorities should seek sustainable solutions for residents and tourists. But just staying at home is no answer, says multimedia journalist Leah Pattem

The Guardian - UK

Campaigners mount coordinated protests across Europe against ‘touristification’

Protesters take to streets in a dozen cities to march against an industry they say is wrecking communities

The Independent UK

Spain's economy minister says 'overtourism' challenges need to be addressed

Spain could receive as many as 100 million tourists this year, according to some projections

Evening Standard

Amalfi Coast's best restaurants and bars: the secret spots locals love

It’s a summer hotspot for a reason, but there are still plenty of local favourites that fly under the radar. Insider Joseph Bullmore shares his guide

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Millions of Brits heading to Portugal can use eGates at Faro airport and avoid lengthy Brexit border queues

The new arrangements come after the UK and EU agreed a new trade deal

The Independent UK

Voices: This summer, the best wine festivals are in the UK – hurrah!

THE WINE DOWN: You don’t have to travel to Paris and beyond for wine fairs when there are some corking events taking place closer to home, writes Rosamund Hall

The Guardian - UK

An alternative Tuscany in northern Italy: fairytale hills and terracotta villages in Lombardy’s Oltrepò Pavese

Rising from the Po valley to the green Apennines, this little-visited region has good living down to a tee, with its fine wines, great food and historic villages

The Guardian - UK

Thinking of a trip to Barcelona this summer? Beware – here’s what you’ll find

From locals priced out of homes to visitors shopping at global chains, all of us are cheated in a city hollowed out by tourism, says Spain-based writer Stephen Burgen

Evening Standard

Brits will be allowed to skip European airport queues by using e-gates in huge boost for holidaymakers

The deal is expected to make life easier for Britons facing queues on holiday

The Independent UK

Weather warnings issued in Spain over possible snow as temperatures set to soar in the UK

Thunderstorms and hail are set to batter large parts of the country

The Guardian - UK

Venice’s €5 tourist fee returns – and will double for last-minute day-trippers

City authorities still hope the scheme, which made an unexpected €2.4m last year, will help tackle overtourism

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