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Four European holiday destinations without the new confusing entry rules – but with £26 flights and insanely cheap beers
NEW rules being introduced next month mean that travelling across Schengen borders could take longer than before. The new Entry/Exit System (EES), which is set to be introduced on October 12, will result in significant changes for British...

A train-tram could be introduced in Czechia
Tomáš Javořík, a railway transport expert from the Czech Technical University in Prague, described the train-trams to Czech Radio: "You will see something that looks more like a tram, but at the edge of the city it will run on a classic railway...

‘Franz’ Review: Agnieszka Holland’s Kafka Biopic Is an Old-School Disaster
If nothing else, “Franz” gets the handwriting right. Sure, praising someone’s calligraphy is the quintessential backhanded compliment, but when it comes to Kafka, the penmanship is important. The Czech literary titan was famous for preferring to...

Wanderlust names Georgia among Europe’s top travel destinations
Georgia has been shortlisted for the title of Europe’s Most Desirable Tourist Destination by the renowned British travel magazine Wanderlust. Georgian National Tourism Administration says public voting is now open for the annual Wanderlust Reader...

Prague-České Budějovice in 95 Minutes: Czech Railways Breaks Speed Limit
Czech Railways (ČD) marked a milestone on Sunday evening as its Pendolino train began regular service between Prague and České Budějovice, achieving speeds of up to 200 kilometers per hour. This surpasses the previous Czech railway speed record of...

Prague gears up for Oktoberfest celebrations
Germany’s iconic beer festival Oktoberfest is set to be celebrated in Prague in an upcoming four-day event. The festivities will see the Holešovice Market transformed into a Bavarian-style beer garden with free entry. db finds out more. Prague is...

Aryna Sabalenka leaves rivalry behind to send classy message to Marketa Vondrousova after Czech's saddening US Open withdrawal
Aryna Sabalenka showed her compassionate side by penning a heartfelt message for rival Marketa Vondrousova. The message came in the aftermath of Vondrousova's unfortunate withdrawal from the 2025 US Open on the very day she was scheduled to face...

Tourism in Durrës Extends Until October, Revenues Up 20% Compared to...
The tourism season in Durrës has been described as positive, though marked by certain contrasts compared to previous years. On one hand, the coastal city has remained Albania’s top holiday destination. However, there was a noticeable decline in...

What happened to Marketa Vondrousova at US Open? All you need to know about Czech's heartbreaking situation in New York
Marketa Vondrousova was all set to play reigning World No. 1 Aryna Sabalenka and defending US Open champion Aryna Sabalenka in this year's semifinals at Flushing Meadows on the night of Tuesday, September 2. However, in the buildup to the match,...

Signal Festival 2025 lights up Prague with landmark digital projections
Signal Festival, the Czech Republic’s premier platform for digital and creative culture, returns to Prague from 16-19 October 2025 for its 13th edition. The festival, renowned for transforming urban spaces, will this year debut a major highlight...

7 trips for 7 types of travelers
In my years of organizing trips for people with different interests, I've learned that it’s incredibly difficult to get someone to go somewhere if they’re not genuinely interested in the destination. They might be persuaded eventually, but they’ll...

British Airways announces “The End of Summer Sale” for flights and holidays
British Airways and British Airways Holidays have launched “The End of Summer Sale”, offering customers the chance to banish their summer blues by booking their next adventure with savings across flights and holiday packages. Running until 30...

easyJet rolls out new winter beach and city break packages with holidays for less than £300
If you're dreaming of winter sunshine or a festive city break, you're in luck. easyJet holidays has just opened bookings for its winter 2026 programme, with package deals available through to the end of March 2027. The tour operator has rolled out...

Everything you need to know about the new European entry rules next month – and how it will affect your holiday
NEXT month, new travel rules are being rolled out that will affect all Brits heading to Europe. From October 12, non-EU citizens - which includes Brits - entering the Schengen area will begin to use the new Entry/Exit System (EES), which will...

Modern Czech Cuisine in the Center of Prague: Try the New Menu at U Matěje Kotrby Restaurant
On Křemencova Street, just a few steps from Národní třída and the peaceful banks of the Vltava River, you will find a restaurant that combines the best of traditional Czech cuisine with a modern approach to gastronomy. U Matěje Kotrby is a place...
How much prize money can Luke Littler, Luke Humphries earn at Czech Darts Open 2025 in Prague
The Czech Darts Open will take place in Prague from September 5 to 7, 2025, and is the 11th European Tour tournament of the season. At stake is a prize fund of £175,000, including £30,000 for the winner. This is the fifth edition of the Czech...

The affordable European holiday destination that’s one of the world’s booziest countries – even McDonald’s serves beer
MOST holidaymakers love a tipple, and one destination in Europe has been crowned the best for boozy breaks. The Telegraph declared Portugal to be the best destination for drinking as it's not only "amongst the higher per capita drinkers of wine in...
SEPTEMBER 2025 NEWS IN BRIEF
| BORDER MANAGEMENT: EU COUNCIL GIVES GREEN LIGHT TO PROGRESSIVE START OF ENTRY/EXIT SYSTEM Kaare Dybvad Bek, Minister for Immigration and Integration © Wikicommons The Council has adopted an EU law that will make it possible to start the new...

Pål Jonson to travel to Poland and Czechia
Press release from Ministry of Defence Published 01 September 2025 On 2 September, Minister for Defence Pål Jonson will visit Poland for bilateral meetings and to take part in the MSPO international defence industry exhibition. On 3–4 September,...

Central Europe’s Magic Triangle: Why Prague, Budapest, and Vienna Are Perfect for First-Time Visitors
If you’re planning your first trip to Europe, you might not know where to begin. Big name cities with a large tourist appeal like London, Barcelona or Athens might be tempting — but that often means zigzagging across the continent and spending...