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Africa challenges Europe and Asia in global tourism race

By&nbspDavid Del Valle Published on 08/05/2026 – 9:24 GMT+2 The African continent is consolidating its position as one of the world’s fastest growing tourism regions, with more than 80 million visitors in 2025, 8% more than the previous year, according to UN Tourism data. ADVERTISEMENT ADVERTISEMENT Moreover, tourist spending grew…

Tourist traffic in Cyprus down 30-40% but with signs of recovery

There is growing concern in Cyprus about the outlook for tourism this year due to the war in Iran and early data showing a sharp decline in arrivals in April and the first days of May, estimated at between 30% and 40%. ADVERTISEMENT ADVERTISEMENT Euronews visited Ayia Napa, where the…

The world’s most beautiful spas, ranked by eye-tracking research

A dreamy spa isn’t just about the treatments – it’s about the setting, too. ADVERTISEMENT ADVERTISEMENT From jungle retreats to lakeside sanctuaries, surroundings can shape the entire experience of spa-goers who really need to unwind. A study from the University of Oxford revealed that visually stimulating environments can enhance other…

Karoline Leavitt announces birth of second child, a girl

NEWYou can now listen to Fox News articles! White House press secretary Karoline Leavitt on Thursday announced the birth of her second child, a baby girl named Viviana.Leavitt announced the joyous news in a post on X, sharing details about her growing family.”On May 1st, Viviana aka “Vivi” joined our…

Luxury brand Nobu heads to the English countryside

Nobu is heading for the English countryside. The luxury hospitality brand, best known for its city-based hotels and swanky restaurants, is launching its first rural retreat in the UK. ADVERTISEMENT ADVERTISEMENT It has plans for a hotel, spa, restaurant and branded residences set across 185 acres in Rutland, England’s smallest…

What to see and do in Kraków – Europe’s ‘best leisure destination’

Kraków, the once royal capital of Poland, is stepping further into the European travel spotlight after being crowned the continent’s best leisure destination by Global Traveler magazine. ADVERTISEMENT ADVERTISEMENT In its 2026 Leisure Lifestyle Awards, the southern Polish city ranked ahead of Seville, Porto, Istanbul, and Lisbon with the winning…