Bucharest's New Tourist Tax Sparks Industry Backlash
Bucharest, the 'Little Paris' of Europe, will charge tourists a nightly fee from 2026 to fund promotion, despite hoteliers' warnings. Discover the details and its impact on your city break.
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Wiz Khalifa sentenced to prison in Romania for drugs
American rapper Wiz Khalifa could serve nine months in a Romanian prison after a court upheld a drug possession conviction. Read the latest on his appeal and the country's strict laws.
Rapper Wiz Khalifa gets 9-month jail term in Romania
US rapper Wiz Khalifa receives a final nine-month prison sentence in Romania for cannabis possession at a 2024 festival. Discover the details of the case and Romania's strict drug laws.
Driver survives as Mercedes flies over bus in roundabout crash
Shocking CCTV shows a diabetic driver's Mercedes soaring over vehicles after a medical episode in Romania. The 49-year-old miraculously survived with non-life-threatening injuries. Read the full story.
Mercedes flies over cars in Oradea roundabout crash
A driver miraculously survived after his Mercedes was launched into the air over a roundabout in Oradea. The incident, caused by a diabetic episode, was caught on CCTV. Read the full story.
Exatlon Romania star Roxana Moise dies aged 39
Tributes pour in for 'gentle and strong' former pro handball player and reality TV star Roxana Moise, who has died at 39 after a battle with a brain tumour. Read her full story.
Search for missing Brit in Romania resumes
The desperate search for British teenager George Smyth, missing for over a week in Romania's Bucegi Mountains, resumes after bad weather halted efforts. His mother pleads for hope.
UK Teen Missing in Romania Near Dracula's Castle
Search continues for George Smyth, 18, missing in Transylvania's mountains since 23 November. Rescue efforts hampered by heavy snow. Read the latest.
UK student missing in Romanian mountains near Dracula's Castle
A race against time is on to find 18-year-old British student George Smyth, missing in Transylvania's Bucegi Mountains. His mother has flown to Romania as search teams battle deep snow.
UK Teen Missing in Romanian Mountains After Distress Call
Urgent search for George Smyth, 18, from Shropshire, missing in Bucegi Mountains near Bran Castle. Rescue teams battle heavy snow as family pleads for help.
UK Teen Missing in Romanian Mountains: Desperate Search
Rescuers battle dangerous weather in a desperate search for missing British teenager George in Romania's Bucegi Mountains. His mother has flown to the scene as hope dwindles.
Avoid These 3 European Cities, Warns Travel Expert
Seasoned traveller Francis Hellyer names three European hotspots where tourists face overpriced food and local resentment. Discover his controversial picks and better alternatives.
Romania's recycling success hits 94% in two years
Romania's deposit return scheme has transformed recycling rates from Europe's worst to 94% collection. Discover how this environmental success story is inspiring neighbouring countries.
Romania scrambles jets after drone breaches border
Romanian and German fighter jets were scrambled after drones breached Romanian airspace near Ukraine. Residents in three counties were warned to take cover. Read the latest on the escalating tensions.
Putin's WW3 Flashpoints: NATO Borders Targeted
Fears of WW3 escalate as Putin tests NATO defences with attacks in Romania and Poland. Experts warn of Kremlin's expansionist ambitions. Read the full analysis.
Russia's Hybrid War on NATO Turns Physical
As Russia strikes Europe with drones, jets, and sabotage, NATO faces a critical test. With over 70 acts of sabotage attributed to Moscow, will the alliance's response turn physical? Read the full analysis.
Danube ship drone strike raises NATO war fears
A drone strike on a commercial ship on the Danube River has triggered evacuations in Romania and heightened fears of a wider conflict with NATO. Follow our live updates.
Romania evacuates villages after Russian tanker strike
Romanian authorities evacuated two border villages after a Russian drone struck a Turkish-flagged gas tanker on the Danube River near Ukraine. Sixteen crew members evacuated safely as fires raged.
UK snow warning as Met Office forecasts November freeze
The Met Office issues snow and ice warnings for the UK. Plus, a Russian attack in Romania and the Cambridge Dictionary's Word of the Year revealed. Stay informed.
Romania evacuates villages after Russian tanker attack
Romania evacuates border villages after a Russian strike damages a gas tanker near Ukraine, raising fears of NATO involvement. Read the latest on this escalating crisis.
UK Rural Tourism Set for Tech Transformation by 2050
A new report predicts UK rural tourism will be revolutionised by 2050 with AI translation, 3D avatar guides, and artificial lakes. Discover the future of countryside escapes.
Romania protests: Thousands rally against austerity
Thousands protest in Bucharest demanding higher wages and tax cuts as the government enforces austerity to tackle the EU's high budget deficit. Read the full story.
Bellingham and Foden Return in England Squad Shake-Up
Gareth Southgate's latest England squad sees the return of Real Madrid's Jude Bellingham and Manchester City's Phil Foden, alongside breakthrough stars Adam Wharton and Adam Scott ahead of crucial international fixtures.
Northern Ireland's ASMR Tourism Reveals Soothing Soundscapes
Discover how Northern Ireland is embracing the ASMR revolution, offering visitors an immersive sensory journey through its most tranquil natural soundscapes and hidden acoustic gems.
Cairo tourism plummets as visitor numbers crash
Egypt's tourism industry faces unprecedented challenges as visitor numbers to Cairo's iconic attractions, including the Pyramids and King Tutankhamun's treasures, show dramatic decline according to recent statistics.
Romania's Frozen-in-Time Village: A Medieval Journey
Hidden in Romania's Carpathian Mountains, the enchanting village of Câmpulung Muscel offers a breathtaking journey back to medieval Europe with its perfectly preserved architecture and timeless atmosphere.
Romania approves German Patriot deployment amid Russia tensions
Romania's parliament has approved the deployment of German Patriot air defence systems, strengthening NATO's eastern flank amid growing regional security concerns.
Ukraine's Wartime Tourism: Why Visitors Keep Coming
Discover how Ukraine is welcoming adventurous travellers to its western regions, offering cultural experiences and supporting local economies despite ongoing conflict.
Zelenskyy's surprise Romania visit amid US funding battle
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy undertakes unexpected diplomatic mission to Romania as US Congress debates crucial military aid package amid political gridlock.
RAF jets intercept Russian aircraft near NATO airspace
British Typhoon fighters were urgently deployed from Romania after Russian military aircraft flew dangerously close to NATO territory, escalating tensions amid the ongoing Ukraine conflict.
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