European Commission: Latest News & Comment

Commission unveils significant action to contribute to European Defence

Sarah-Jayne Smith, February 17, 2022

The European Commission has table a number of Commission-led initiatives in areas critical for defence and security within the European...

Beating financial crime: Commission overhauls anti money laundering and countering the financing of terrorism rules

Sarah-Jayne Smith, July 27, 2021

The complex issue of tackling dirty money flows is not new. The fight against money laundering and terrorist financing is vital for financial stabili...

Commissioner Gabriel meets European Women in Venture Capital Group to support female innovators

Staff Reporter, April 28, 2021

Mariya Gabriel, Commissioner for Innovation, Research, Culture, Education and Youth, met with the European Women in Venture Capital Group, a communit...

Digital Green Certificate: technical specifications, including QR code, agreed by Member States

Staff Reporter, April 22, 2021

One month after the Commission's proposal for a Digital Green Certificate, Member States representatives in the eHealth Network agreed on guidelines ...

EU revamps the European Destination of Excellence competition to award tourism sustainability pioneers

Susana Krauss, April 22, 2021

Today, the European Commission launches the European Destination of Excellence (EDEN) 2022 competition. This initiative rewards the best achievements...

Commission proposes new rules and actions for excellence and trust in Artificial Intelligence

Staff Reporter, April 21, 2021

The Commission proposes today new rules and actions aiming to turn Europe into the global hub for trustworthy Artificial Intelligence (AI). The c...

First world-class supercomputer in the EU " will open new doors for European SMEs to compete in tomorrow's high tech economy"

Staff Reporter, April 20, 2021

Today, the European Commission together with the European High-Performance Computing Joint Undertaking and the Government of Slovenia will inaugurate...

The Future is in your hands: launch of the multilingual digital platform gives voice to the European citizens

Staff Reporter, April 19, 2021

The Conference’s central hub, unveiled today by the Co-Chairs of the Executive Board, will allow citizens to help shape the Union’s future. Th...

European Power & Renewables Conference: European commission joins international leaders

Susana Krauss, April 12, 2021

Join executives from Lightsource BP, Vattenfall, BEIS, the European Commission, Ocean Winds as new event assesses impact of European Green Deal and C...

Commission opens first European Innovation Council calls worth €1 billion

Staff Reporter, April 9, 2021

Following the launch of the European Innovation Council (EIC) and the announcement of the first funding opportunities, today the Commission opens the...

Revolutionary, The Reverie, Saigon

Liberace never designed hotels. Perhaps he should have. His glitzy costumes, giant candelabra and extravagant showmanship made him almost as famous as his piano playing. His … read more.

Astonishing Anantara Hoi An Resort, Vietnam

The soothing melodic grunt is hard to place at first. The bass tones tickle your senses. It feels like it is being piped from every angle, rolling over the lush blades of grass, … read more.

Striking Six Senses Ninh Van Bay, Vietnam

The first indication that you are not alone comes via the gentle shaking of branches, followed by a flurry of falling leaves and a flash of brilliant white. Muted chattering … read more.

Sweet Shangri-La, Paris

With its black and gold stripes, translucent wings and furry body, there is no mistaking the bee. Its hum can strike fear into the hearts of many, provoking a disproportionate … read more.

Remarkable Hotel de Russie, Rome

Cats. They divide opinion the world over. Are they lucky or not? In Japanese culture cats are said to bring wealth and good fortune. In England it is considered good luck … read more.

Sensational Hotel Savoy, Florence

Emilio Pucci once said ‘Gaiety is one of the most important elements I brought to fashion. I brought it through color’. He certainly did. In abundance. The feelings … read more.

Resplendent, La Residencia -A Belmond Hotel, Mallorca

As the train pulled away from station, little did seventeen-year-old Axl Ball know that his life and ours, would change forever. Engrossed in the freedom of the swinging … read more.

Charismatic Culloden

Ducks bring joy to the soul, don’t they? And if there is one thing, we all need, now more than ever, it’s a joyful lift. Their vibrant yellow downy plumage billows as they … read more.

Polished Palma. Boutique Hotel Sant Jaume

The cobbles that were once prominent are now smooth. Edges rounded by feet, hooves, and wheels over centuries. Welcome to the old town of Palma, or ‘El Casco … read more.

Captivating Castell Son Claret, Mallorca, Spain

The vision of Lycra stretched tight as a drum over bulging biceps and lithe limbs appears to have a special place in the hearts of Mallorcans. You can’t escape them. The … read more.

Venice-Simplon Orient Express- Winter wonderland debut

The original icon of the rails, Venice Simplon-Orient-Express, A Belmond Train, Europe, unveils December journeys for the first time ever. The distinct midnight-blue carriages will glide through some of Europe’s most picturesque winterscapes as it whisks guests away for a journey of a lifetime to Florence, Paris, Venice and Vienna. Writing a new chapter in […]

Mandarin Oriental Palace Luzern

Following a meticulous renovation, Lucerne’s iconic Belle Époque landmark will re-open as Mandarin Oriental Palace, Luzern on 24 September 2022. Sitting on the shores of Lake Lucerne, a stone’s throw from the old town and with spectacular views over the Swiss Alps, the hotel will set a new benchmark for contemporary elegance, legendary service and […]

Smashing San Francisco

San Francisco’s hotel scene is gearing up for summer with the opening of four properties, three of which are new, this month. 1 Hotel San Francisco, LUMA Hotel San Francisco and the historic Beacon Grand (formerly the Sir Francis Drake Hotel) and the reopening of the Hilton’s iconic, 1,024-room Parc 55 complex. This investment in […]

Bolt for Bahrain

From Sunday 20 February 2022, all travelers entering Bahrain will no longer need to conduct a PCR test on arrival at Bahrain International Airport, the country’s Civil Aviation Affairs (CAA) has announced. Precautionary quarantine requirements for all passengers arriving in the kingdom have also been removed. Known for its glorious white-sand beaches, crystal-clear waters, the […]

Jaguar Land Rover announces partnership with Nvidia

Jaguar Land Rover has formed a multi-year strategic partnership with NVIDIA, the leader in artificial intelligence (AI) and computing, to jointly develop and deliver next-generation automated driving systems plus AI-enabled services and experiences for its customers. Starting in 2025, all new Jaguar and Land Rover vehicles will be built on the NVIDIA DRIVE™ software-defined platform—delivering […]