‘I work 240 hours a month for €1,150’: fury as Slovak police take to streets

Article continues after video advertisement Article continues after video advertisement Hundreds of Slovak police officers and firefighters protested outside parliament in Bratislava on Wednesday, 17 September, demanding higher wages and improved...

Slovak Parliament Advances Public Finance Consolidation Package to Second Reading

Slovak MPs moved the public finance consolidation package for next year to the second reading on Wednesday evening and agreed that the second reading will begin next Tuesday (September 23) morning. The vote, which opposition MPs boycotted in...

What Travel Advisors Need to Know about Danube River Cruising

The Danube is one of the two most popular rivers in Europe for river cruising (tied with the Rhine). Its famous for its rich blend of pre-war Hapsburg and World War II history, its many connections to classical music, and its splendid Baroque art...

UK tourists warned of ‘longer wait’ at EU borders next month as compulsory new rule brought in

Holidaymakers travelling to Europe next month are warned of long queues at the EU border as new rules come into effect. From October 12, the European Union is launching the Entry/Exit System (EES), which will require British travellers to have...

Ministry of Tourism: Anniversary event "Memory and Light" at the Roman Agora of Athens

The Ministry of Tourism, in collaboration with the Hellenic Tourism Organization (EOT), organized an anniversary event entitled "Memory and Light" at the historic site of the Roman Agora of Athens on Tuesday, September 16, on the occasion of the...

Hiking to Slovakia’s rock formations: 11 must-see natural wonders

Article continues after video advertisement Article continues after video advertisement From monumental limestone pillars to mysterious caves, Slovakia is home to a remarkable variety of natural rock formations. While some are well-known, others...

Anti-Government Protests in Slovakia Over Fico’s Russia Ties and Austerity

On September 16, 2025, thousands of Slovaks took to the streets in 16 major cities, including Bratislava, Košice, and Žilina. Demonstrators gathered under banners of opposition parties and civic groups, demanding Prime Minister Robert Fico’s...

Greece Highlights Cultural Heritage to Boost Tourism Appeal

Soprano Christina Poulitsi performing some of Callas iconic roles during the event at the Roman Agora. Photo source: Tourism Ministry Greece is placing culture at the center of its tourism strategy, showcasing historical landmarks and artistic...

Slovakia Marked Feast of Our Lady of Sorrows with National Pilgrimage

Catholics across Slovakia marked the Feast of Our Lady of Sorrows on Monday – the nation’s patron saint. For nearly 300 years, thousands of pilgrims have travelled to Šaštín Stráže for the National Pilgrimage, to honor the statue of the Virgin...

Slovak Representation at the San Sebastián IFF

Dear friends and colleagues, with pleasure, we bring you the news about the Slovak presence at the 73rd edition of the San Sebastián International Film Festival (September 19 – 27, 2025). This year, two Slovak films have been selected for the...

Thousands in Slovakia protest Fico's Russian-friendly stance, economic policies

Protests erupted across Slovakia on Sept. 16 over Prime Minister Robert Fico's Moscow-friendly policies and domestic austerity measures. The demonstrations took place in the capital of Bratislava and 15 other cities and towns. The event came after...

Slovak defence minister fined over undeclared Croatian villa

16. September 2025 at 18:08 Robert Kaliňák admits leaving holiday home off asset declaration as opposition denounces ‘double standards’ in government. Font size: A - | A + Slovakia’s defence minister, Robert Kaliňák, has been fined for failing to...

Xi Jinping meets the leaders of Zimbabwe, Slovakia, Congo, Serbia and Indonesia

Chinese President Xi Jinping held a series of meetings on September 4 with national leaders who had come to Beijing to attend the commemoration of the 80th anniversary of the victory of the Chinese People’s War of Resistance Against Japanese...

EU mulls full ban on Russian tourists in new sanctions 

The European Commission is considering a full ban on Russian tourists as part of its 19th sanctions package against Moscow, a move that would mark the bloc’s toughest travel restriction since the start of the war in Ukraine. The proposal, which...

Scottish holidaymakers hit with new border checks entering European Union as new rules set to start in October

Scottish holidaymakers are set to be hit with new border checks starting next month when they enter the European Union. The UK's Foreign, Commonwealth and Development Office (FCDO) issued new travel guidance to travellers ahead of the new rule set...

Slovak Railways orders two more KISS electric trains from Stadler

Slovak Railways (ZSSK) has confirmed an order for two additional KISS electric trains from Stadler, following an option exercised under a contract established in April this year. These high-capacity double-deck trains are set to enter service...

European Mobility Week Begins in Slovakia

European Mobility Week began on Tuesday, September 16, and will run until September 22, culminating in World Car-Free Day. Supported by the Slovak Environment Agency, the initiative promotes sustainable urban transport, encouraging walking,...

A Rally Against Tax Increases Was Held In Slovakia

The actions took place in 15 cities across the country. Rallies against tax hikes have been held in Bratislava and 15 other cities in Slovakia. The opposition party "Progressive Slovakia" reported that 18,000 people protested in the capital. "We...

EU considers full ban on Russian tourists in new sanctions package

The European Commission is weighing a complete ban on Russian tourists entering EU territory as part of its 19th sanctions package against Moscow. This move comes as the bloc intensifies pressure on the Kremlin over its ongoing war in Ukraine. The...

How Slovak immigrants to America created a community for themselves

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