Cyber criminals are targeting Airbnb and Booking.com customers with new tools

booking.com travel safely web page screen shot
Screen capture of Booking.com security advice page. The company acknowledges scams but has done little to protect customers.

If you like to book your travel accommodation on Airbnb or Booking.com, you probably are aware that cyber scammers have had schemes to rip off even internet savvy customers on these platforms. … Read >

The city of Helsinki, Finland named as the world leader of sustainable tourism

sauna complex and market square, Helsinki, Finland. Photograph by arihak.
Swimming pools of a sauna complex in the center of Helsinki.

The consultancy Global Destination Sustainability that publishes an annual tourism sustainability index has awarded the Nordic city of Helsinki leadership title for sustainable travel in 2024. Helsinki’s commitment to achieving carbon neutrality and net zero for events it organizes … Read >

If you are planning a long overseas stay, here are the most liveable cities in the world

capital of austria, vienna (wien). photo by aapo haapanen.
The capital of Austria, Vienna (Wien). Photo by Aapo Haapanen.

Economist Intelligence Unit (EIU) has published its annual index that measures overall conditions for living a good life (something like the quality of life) in cities across the world. Austrian capital Vienna (Wien) claimed the number one position for the … Read >

Airbnb hosts not allowed to have indoor cameras anymore, but will they comply?

North Portugal, office of a digital nomad on kitchen table

Vacation home booking platform Airbnb says over 5 million hosts provide accommodation for travelers across the globe through its online system. Many of these hosts are renting their villas, houses or apartments, and want to protect their properties with security cameras. When visitors find hidden cameras in bedrooms, bathrooms or … Read >