Guy De Launey
Why Montenegro is the small but mighty future of the European Union
From spectacular viaducts to a thriving wine scene, Montenegro is positioning itself as the EU’s next member. With low taxes and Adriatic charm, this small nation is proving that diversity is its greatest asset.
Hear that? It’s Slovenia’s ski-jumping team soaring to the top of the podium
A robust training centre, youth development programme and a family of high flyers have helped Slovenia defy gravity and soar to the top of the ski-jumping world.
Croatia Airlines plans €500m fleet overhaul amid losses
For some airlines, the bottom line isn’t king. Croatia’s state operator is first and foremost a symbol of its international presence.
Where to keep warm this season: From a homely Slovenian retreat to a historic inn in Austria
We hike up the mountains of Slovenia for a stay that also serves delectable and visit a much-loved revived hotel in Austria. Plus: mix yourself a top tipple courtesy of Charles Ingvar.
Why a Trump tower in Belgrade would reopen Serbia’s war wounds
Jared Kushner, Donald Trump's son-in-law, plans to transform a bombed Belgrade landmark into a luxury hotel. But backlash has thrown the project into doubt.
Culture agenda: How Studio Ghibli might inspire urbanists and the revival of a former factory in Ljubljana
Could Studio Ghibli-inspired architecture animate and improve urban design? Plus: the former Ljubljana factory reborn as a cultural force.
Paris 2024 Olympics: Athlete profiles
As the summer Games approach, we speak to seven contenders about their unique journeys to Paris 2024.
The business agenda: Swedish snowmobiles, reimagining London’s high streets and Singapore’s special brew
Mobility: SwedenCool runnings An electric snowmobile might sound risky: if its batteries fail in the cold, wouldn’t it leave you stranded on the tundra? But Swedish start-up Vidde says that it has a solution.…
