Tag: Europe

Gaining a comprehensive understanding of these disparities is integral whether you are a gambling enthusiast, or a policymaker.

With package holidays in Europe and Europe city breaks readily available, planning a trip to the continent has never been easier.

Many gaming start-ups are achieving significant revenue. The following are details about the gaming businesses in Europe making money easily

Wizz Air has put together five of the most beautiful and festive Christmas markets in European cities, which are central to the city.

Princess Charlene returns to Europe after 6-month long stay in South Africa.

Climate-change body says Australia is failing to pull its weight on carbon emission reductions and exports to the EU will be hit.

Opposition asks why money is being spent on marketing in the UK and Germany at a time when foreign tourists cannot travel.

Europe is famed the world over for its rich history and myriad fascinating cultures. Filled to the brim with a wealth of historical sites, iconic buildings, and first-class art, it is no wonder that the cities of Europe are so popular when it comes to taking a city break.

LA TOMATINA | What it’s really like to be part of the world’s biggest food fight - La Tomatina in Buñol, Spain.

Fondues, scenic train rides, unparalleled landscapes, chocolates, and ski trips of a lifetime - landlocked Switzerland is often forgotten from travel bucket lists but shouldn't be missed. These incredible images prove why...

What to do, where to to go and the best holiday accommodation options in Barcelona, Spain

Santorini is one of the most beautiful and, of course, expensive of the Greek islands. But it is actually possible to enjoy the jewel of the Cyclades on a budget.

Planning, preparation and packing for that perfect trip. Here’s the essential items you have just got to put in your backpack to help make that adventure of a lifetime a little less frustrating.

There is something about waterfalls. We were wowed by the power and majesty of the rushing water and were amazed at how close we could get to the flow of Europe's largest.

Polish citizenship equals access to the EU, making getting hold of a Polish passport even more attractive. But what are some of the pitfalls?

European passports are amongst the most powerful passports in the world. German passport holders can travel to 157 countries without a visa, with other EU countries, including Poland, not far behind.

RUNNING OF THE BULLS IN PAMPLONA | Spain's famous San Fermin festival brings together daredevils and spectators of the world for a week of bull dodging and serious, serious partying. Here's the what, how, why and when...

INTERVIEW: Eva Hussain, founder of Australia based citizenship services company Polaron, talks about Brexit and the fantastic opportunities available through Polish heritage.

OPINION & ANALYSIS: Brexit is putting greater onus on Australia’s European ties, which will no longer be viewed through London’s prism. This may turn out to be a benefit to Australia of Britain’s Brexit debacle.

OPINION & ANALYSIS: This is the message to take into 2018: whatever side one might be on the Brexit divide, let’s all admit the complexities, and demand that politicians do the same.

Most travellers are familiar with Switzerland’s German and French speaking capitals, but there is a third, equally intriguing language region that combines traditional Swiss elegance with an unmistakably Mediterranean flair.

Castles, parks and the Danube: Juliette Massardier discovers the history and charm of Budapest.

As much as we love the UK, its winter can break your soul. But you don't have to fly home to the other side of the globe to escape...

Puglia, or Apulia, is on the heel of Italy’s boot. Relatively ignored by foreign tourists, the region is full of southern ebullience, tradition and hidden gems.

For exactly one hour every year the Spanish city of Buñol is a pulpy, tomato flavoured battleground. It’s every person for themselves as chaos ensues for La Tomatina!

OPINION & ANALYSIS: Australia is the “lucky country”, so why can’t we have it all – jobs and creativity in all our cities?

Buried tools and pigments tell a new history of humans in Australia for 65,000 years.

OPINION & ANALYSIS: While it is too early to predict how Chinese and European leadership will manifest in practice, in the face of American obstruction they are arguably the world’s best hope, if not its only hope.

The south-west of Ireland offers rolling hills, scenic vistas and wide open spaces, combined with some old-fashioned Irish hospitality. Cork and Galway offer the perfect opportunity for a countryside getaway, with minimum fuss.

OPINION & ANALYSIS: The weird and wonderful concept of the Anglosphere is gaining a surprising salience in public debates as Britain faces up to its post-Brexit, post-Europe future.

OPINION & ANALYSIS: Emmanuel Macron struck out alone to form his own political movement and while much of the froth surrounding the election has focused on his opponent, the enormity of his achievement needs to be acknowledged and cannot be underestimated.

Italy is a jam-packed country full of culture, scenery and gastronomy. If you only have a few days though, Florence offers the country's best flavours all in one stunning location.

With Brexit upon us, people of Polish descent are now looking into getting a European passport, as it can offer them all a wealth of possibilities in terms of living, working and studying in Europe.

When planning a vacation, you usually need to choose: city or beach? Activities or culture? Fast­paced adventure or leisurely meander? Luckily in Barcelona that needn’t be the case because with a few right turns, you really can have the best of all worlds.

OPINION: Nearly six months after the UK’s vote to leave the EU, the path to Brexit is still uncharted.

OPINION: The votes are in, the choice is made: Britons have voted OUT. Amidst the claims that markets will collapse and the country is ruined, we have at least the answer to one question.

OPINION: If you find yourself surrounded by mutterings of ‘I’m not racist, but…’ you probably need to remove your blinkers, if not your frontal lobe.

There is nothing better than summer in Europe! But, sometimes it’s better to avoid the big cities and tourist destinations that can get crowded, hot and smelly.

Welcome to a ghost town, unmaintained for 30 years and crumbling. Ukraine's paradise turned to hell on earth.

5 awesome European travel hot spots boasting something a little familiar for Aussies.

FROM THE HOMEFRONT I Top three drawbacks awaiting you at home when you return from London and your travels.

On the other side of the world I went on another kind of roadie; one so epic, so jam-packed with festivals and good times that it almost topped the great Australian road trip.

Don’t worry, be happy as MICHAEL MCCORMICK gives you everything you need to know to navigate, and celebrate one of the beautiful cities in the world.

FRANCE | KRIS GRIFFITHS goes summer snowboarding on Europe’s biggest skiable glacier - Les Deux Alpes, before exploring the classic French charm of nearby Grenoble.

The Australian Foreign Minister Bob Carr speaks out against the UK departing the EU in a letter to UK Foreign Secretary William Hague. The letter formed part of evidence submitted to a UK government review of EU member powers.

TRAVEL WRITER ENTRY | Months of planning for a European adventure will guarantee everything will go like clockwork, right? As ERIN NATION discovers, even the most carefully-laid plans can fail at the first hurdle.

Beautiful beaches, tick. A history as colourful as its landscape, tick. Charming, friendly people and delicious food, bingo. MELISSA TOWNSEND discovers the magical melting pot that is the small Mediterranean nation of Malta.

FACE THE FESTIVAL 2013 | Have you got festival fever? We've got the ultimate guide to the music festival season for 2013. All the best music festivals from London, the UK and Europe, all in one handy location. Plus, win tickets to festivals in Spain, Portugal and London. Find out ...

Why has the Reserve Bank moved interest rates to their lowest level in more than 50 years this month?

FACE THE FESTIVAL 2013 | Fancy your festival with a side of sun and sangria? Or beer and bratwurst? Get out of the UK and into Europe with our list of the biggest music festivals happening over the Channel this summer.