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Interhike has added the ability to discuss all of the features on the website with other visitors. You can ask questions about camping sites, leave comments about hostels, give advice about products, and travel advice about tourist locations.

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Don't miss out on extra discounts this summer! Interhike has the latest discount codes to get up to 13% off displayed prices.

This is on top of our standard price comparison system which lets you find the cheapest place to buy your camping... more

We've now added Albania, Bulgaria, Lithuania and Serbia to our lists of European camping sites and hostels. We're still working on getting them onto the maps properly, but you can browse through them all already.

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Now here's a brilliant idea from the great people at Extreme Pie. We've all got a few presents that we've left till the last minute and with "last posting days" pretty much upon us, Extreme Pie have announced that all orders ... more

With calendars of the Eastern European cities so hard to come by in the UK, Interhike have started creating our own. This time, we are announcing our exclusive Prague calendar. No longer do you have to travel all the way to Prague to get the lates... more

The shift from automation to intelligence: AI agents explained
For years, chatbots have been the entry point to automated customer interaction. They were useful, predictable, and cost-effective. But they were also rigid, limited, and often frustrating. Today, a new generation of AI agents is emerging and they represent a clear evolution in how businesses and users will connect....more

THE CURTAIN RAISES ON NETSU BAR
Mandarin Oriental Jumeira, Dubai has opened Netsu Bar, a cocktail destination that reimagines centuries of Japanese drinking traditions through modern mixology....more

A FLIGHT OF FANCY FIZZ: VIRGIN ATLANTIC ANNOUNCES BESPOKE ENGLISH SPARKLING WINE
Virgin Atlantic is set to take English sparkling wine to new heights, with the creation of its own custom blend crafted in partnership with Hambledon Wine Estate, renowned as the birthplace of English wine. Harvested this year and available from 2029, the bespoke sparkling wine will be served onboard, reflecting Virgin Atlantic’s position as a proud British flag carrier and celebrating the global rise of English winemaking....more

WIZZ AIR ANNOUNCES COMMITMENT TO TRAIN 1200 NEW PILOTS BY 2028
Wizz Air, EMEA’s most environmentally sustainable airline[1], today announced its commitment to train 1200 new pilots by 2028, with 240 of those to be from the UK, reinforcing its long-term investment in the UK economy and continued growth across the UK and Europe....more

Juntos Celebramos: Kisawa Sanctuary’s Festive Season on Benguerra Island
This December, Kisawa Sanctuary invites guests to embrace the Mozambican spirit of togetherness with a festive programme that honours family, friendship, and community. From 24th December 2025 through to 3rd January 2026, the sanctuary becomes a stage for celebration, weaving cultural heritage, culinary excellence, and soulful experiences into the rhythm of island life....more

ITB Asia unveils 2026 Experience Pavilion with Tripadvisor
ITB Asia charts a new course with bold focus on experiential travel: New Experience Pavilion with Tripadvisor Launching in 2026. The Singapore Tourism Board (STB) will also extend strategic support across ITB Asia, further strengthening its position as Asia’s premier B2B travel trade show. These partnerships form a key part of ITB Asia’s renewed vision, spotlighting innovation, immersive travel experiences, and future-focused content for the global travel industry....more

METT BARCELONA OPENS WITH THE CITY AT ITS FEET
With the city at its feet and the Mediterranean on the horizon, the METT Barcelona (metthotelsandresorts.com/barcelona/) hotel opened this month, offering a lively new sanctuary atop Tibidabo, Barcelona’s tallest hill, a five-star experience that turns the beauty of celebrating life into art.. The new, five-star luxury hotel atop Barcelona’s tallest hill, offers a sophisticated and vibrant retreat within the city....more

From NYC to Chamonix: Designing a tailor-made Alpine escape for U.S. travelers
American travelers are increasingly discovering the magnetic pull of the French Alps, with booking data showing a remarkable 43% surge in European ski destinations for the 2024-2025 season. This growing trend reflects a broader shift in luxury travel preferences, where U.S. visitors are seeking authentic, bespoke experiences beyond traditional domestic destinations....more

Etihad Reports September 2025 Traffic Statistics
Etihad Airways carried 1.9 million passengers in September 2025, marking a 21% increase compared with the same month last year. The growth reflects continued demand across the airline’s expanding global network and strong operational performance through the end of the summer season. Passenger load factor averaged 89% across the month, up one percentage point from September last year, demonstrating efficient use of added capacity....more

How to Plan a Tailor-Made Journey: Your Ultimate Checklist for a Personalized Adventure
In a world where travel is more accessible than ever, the most memorable trips are no longer about ticking boxes — they’re about creating your own. A tailor-made journey offers exactly that: a chance to explore at your own pace, follow your passions, and design every detail around what matters most to you....more