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Pan Pacific London offers 237 rooms, F&B with a nod to its Singapore roots and a dedicated wellness floor.

London's calling for Pan PacificThe Singaporean hospitality group launches its London flagship, its first foray into Europe.

The Crystal Ravel is sailing Danube cruises in its return.

More cruise lines resume services in EuropeOceania Cruises and Crystal River Cruises both set sail for the first time since March 2020.

Norway currently has the best pandemic management in the world.

Best and worst places to be during disruptive DeltaEurope tops Bloomberg's Covid Resilience Ranking amid global Delta variant surge. But how is Asia faring?

In July, Croatia was the first country in Eruope to set a maximum validity period on international travellers’ inoculation status. Pictured: Dubrovnik, Croatia.

Travellers may need vaccine boosters to visit EuropeTwo EU countries set 'expiry date' on visitors' Covid-19 vaccination status.

Alitalia will halt operations effective 15 October and has stopped selling tickets for any dates after 14 October.

Italy's Alitalia is shutting down for goodGovernment-owned airline, Italia Transporto Aereo, will become the national carrier.

Bangers and mash and a dollop of gravy now awaits premium flyers.

British Airways beefs up its new menusBringing the 'Best of Britain' to the skies with aged roast beef and all the trimmings.

Copenhagen topped the ranking for the first time as a safe city.

Neighbourhood watch: Which cities are the world's safest?One European city has beaten Asia's safe havens Singapore and Tokyo.

While large cruise ships are prohibited from calling on the Venice Cruise Terminal, river cruise vessels are still permitted.

New rules, winds of change for VeniceBan on large cruise ships are forcing itinerary changes.

The small passenger numbers and safety protocols rolled out by river cruises are a drawcard for travellers from Singapore, say agents.

River cruises are hot as demand surges for GermanySingapore's vaccinated travel lane with Germany is set to fan demand for river cruising and in-depth discovery of the country.

Venice will also likely install turnstiles at important access points to the historical center to monitor attendance.

Soon, there will be a price to pay to visit VeniceThe famed Italian city is set to charge tourists an entrance fee from next summer.