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Having been delayed several times, the EU now plans to increase the cost of an ETIAS entry fee to almost $36.

Cost of new entry fee for Europe triples – before it even begins

Having been delayed for years, the EU’s new entry fee is now set to cost Australian travellers three times as much as originally planned.

  • Kate Brady
San Sebastian’s Old Town.

I found an amazing restaurant overseas, but I won’t go back

Sometimes it’s best if you keep your travel secrets to yourself.

  • Ben Groundwater
The Promenade du Paillon is a large park that extends from the city city to the waterfront.

This seaside European city has transformed from shabby to chic

Overshadowed by its more glamorous neighbours Monte Carlo and Cannes, Nice has been quietly reinventing itself.

  • Trudi Jenkins
Lush greenery … Mestia during the warmer months.

New hiking trail puts forgotten part of Europe on the map

Until about 10 years ago, this remote region barely saw any international travellers. But thanks to a new 3000-kilometre hiking route, interest is surging.

  • Rob McFarland
Cachopo, Spain’s version of the classic pub schnitzel.

Spain’s version of the classic pub schnitzel is the ultimate booze food

This key dish from Northern Spain is essentially a cordon bleu, only far, far bigger.

  • Ben Groundwater
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Visitor drawcard the Church of La Sagrada Familia by Antoni Gaudi in Barcelona.

Which European destination is best? We rate and rank key rivals

Greece v Turkey. Germany v Austria. Spain v Portugal. We name the winners from a travel perspective when it comes to Europe’s key rivalries.

  • Ute Junker
A bar mleczny, or “milk bar,” is a uniquely Polish institution.

Where local ‘milk bars’ feel more like Soviet IKEAs

No-frills state-subsidised canteens dish up hearty Polish fare at prices that haven’t budged much since Stalin.

  • Natasha Bazika
Japan Airlines’ business class: Tony Wright found a deal through a travel agent for less than half the price of other carriers.

Frustration over a Qantas upgrade changed the way I travel

In 50 years of globetrotting, I’d always planned my travels myself. But that’s changed since I met Amanda.

  • Tony Wright
On the terrace at Hotel Marianna.

Greek seaside stay isn’t luxe but you’ll feel like you won the lottery

In a town of sleek, boutique options, the charming family-run Hotel Marianna in Nafplio stands out for old-style hospitality, where nothing is too much bother.

  • Kate Armstrong
The Dolomites’ Seiser Alm – Europe’s largest high-elevation alpine meadow.

Beyond Rome and Venice: 15 of Italy’s most underrated destinations

Italy is crowded, no question, but there are plenty of Italian places beyond Rome, Venice and Florence still ready and waiting to welcome visitors.

  • Brian Johnston

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