vacation planning

Beyond Valletta and the Blue Lagoon lies a different Malta, with medieval cities, hidden coves, affordable hotels starting at €55 a night, and peaceful islands

Historic bookshops, famous authors, literary festivals, and centuries-old manuscripts await travelers in UNESCO Cities of Literature

Lufthansa Group announces a significant expansion of operations in the German capital, including new routes and additional flights to leading European vacation destinations

Maldivian Airlines launches historic, nonstop flights between Melbourne and Malé, giving Australians easier access to one of the most sought-after vacation destinations on the planet

Royal Caribbean has ordered two more Icon Class ships for delivery in 2029 and 2030, expanding its next-generation cruise fleet with advanced design and technology

Travel website Expedia has ranked the world's most aging destinations for vacation searches. In first place: an Italian gem in Sardinia that you probably haven't visited yet. And which Greek island managed to make it into the top five?

MSC Cruises' new private island, Sandy Cay, will open in 2028 in the Bahamas. Alongside Ocean Cay, it will offer an Intimate and luxurious vacation experience for MSC Cruises and Explora Journeys guests

The low-cost airline Eurowings, part of the Lufthansa Group, is expanding its route network from Berlin Airport, launching direct flights to Europe's most desirable capitals and announcing new vacation destinations alongside increased frequencies

Cruise giant MSC has announced the opening of sales for the luxury YACHT CLUB complex on MSC MUSICA and MSC ORCHESTRA ships. The club will be added to both ships after a comprehensive upgrade that also includes new restaurants and renovation of the fitness and spa facilities

Few vacations are more relaxing than spa vacations that combine luxury hotels with state-of-the-art facilities for a truly pampering experience in a royal atmosphere. Here is a tour of the most prestigious spa complexes in Hungary, Bulgaria and Italy, part of the European Spa Organization, ESPA

Choosing the right season and cabin, planning activities in advance, what to check before booking, what to pack, and why the water level in the river should also be considered. All the tips for a successful river cruise vacation