Wildfire Crisis Across Southern Europe: France is battling fresh blazes in places like Var, Fontainebleau and near Bordeaux, with evacuations and major incidents continuing as heat and winds persist; Greece is also in the thick of it, with three firefighters reported dead while crews fight fires on Crete and the Peloponnese, and tourists evacuated from affected areas. Heat, Drought and Travel Disruption: Record-low Danube levels are disrupting cruise sightseeing, cargo traffic and even river-linked power operations across Central Europe, while drought and extreme temperatures keep pressure on tourism and local industry. Air Travel Demand Softens: IATA says global passenger demand fell 1.7% year-on-year in June, with Middle East pressures and weaker domestic markets weighing on travellers. Border Friction for Flyers: ACI Europe warns that EU Entry-Exit System (EES) queues are starting to deter travellers, as growth slows amid geopolitical impacts. Aviation Deal Watch: Lufthansa Group has submitted a bid for a minority stake in TAP Air Portugal, aiming for a long-term partnership. Tourism Safety & Scams: A fake Roman amphitheatre in Italy near Vicenza fooled tourists for nearly a decade before police and archaeologists exposed the hoax. Road Safety Spotlight: A study ranks Serbia, Bulgaria and Romania among Europe’s deadliest countries for driving, with several popular holiday destinations also appearing high on the list. Travel Inspiration: Tenerife is set for a standout stargazing window in August, combining a partial solar eclipse with the Perseids.