YOLO/ You Only Live Once. Luxury travel trends to watch for 2014

The luxury travel landscape in 2014.   2014 will be a year that will be defined by the “YOLO” spirit — You Only Live Once, says 250-year-old luxury travel company Cox & Kings, those crystal ball forecasts for 2014 suggest that travelers around the globe will search for authentic, local experiences, and will maximize social … Read more

Fastest-growing tourist destinations in Europe

Iceland, Slovakia, Montenegro and Lavtia are leading Europe in terms of growth. Despite persistent economic malaise across much of Europe, international tourism continues to grow across the region. Available data for 2013 present an encouraging picture of the resilience of tourism demand in Europe. Out of 22 destinations reporting through at least March, 19 are … Read more

Top destinations travelers should be headed to in Europe this summer

The next big thing in travel: 10 European destinations. Top European destinations for 2013. Are you ready to get caught up between past and present in a visit to Europe’s royal residences? To slip back in time, or visualise the future, in award-winning museums and galleries? Europe is ready for you – Are you ready … Read more

Croatia set to record best tourist season in its history

2012 set to be the best tourist season in Croatia’s history For the first eight months of 2012, Croatia had registered record tourism figures. “Based on the results achieved so far and announcements (for the rest of the year) this is the best tourist season in Croatia’s history,” said Tourism Minister Veljko Ostojic, adding that Croatia … Read more