👁 Bel’Oeuf exhibition with unusual chocolate pieces inspired by the 2026 theme, “Pleasure in Motion”.

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Belgium turns Easter chocolate into giant edible sculpture

Belgium is celebrating Easter with giant edible sculptures as nearly 40 chocolatiers from across the country present their creations in Brussels for the fourth Bel’Oeuf exhibition.

03/04/2026

👁 Despite the Easter holidays getting off to a bad start amid airport strikes and flight price hikes due to the war in Iran, many Europeans are still expected to hit the road. 

Europe in Motion

Ranked: Which European airports have the most expensive parking?

While most travellers focus on flights and accommodation, a new report reveals that airport parking can be an unexpected cost for Europeans on holiday.

03/04/2026

👁 Easter, WhatsApp greetings

Culture news

The 19 best WhatsApp messages for Easter greetings

At Easter, Christian countries celebrate the resurrection of Christ. It is a precious time to spend with family and friends as there are a number of holidays across Europe and beyond. But if you can't have a face-to-face meeting, here's a list of sincere sentiments to share and celebrate Easter.

03/04/2026

👁 York was fourth in the unexpected chocolate capitals in Europe ranking

Moments

Europe’s unexpected chocolate capitals for a sweet getaway

Europe’s lesser-known chocolate cities are drawing attention this Easter, with Turin, Perugia and York ranked among the continent’s sweetest destinations.

03/04/2026

👁 Not all chocolate is created equal. But there are some health benefits.

Health news

Is all chocolate good for you? This is what the science says

Cacao has been associated with multiple health benefits; however, experts warn that commercial chocolate may not be as good.

03/04/2026

👁 Pope Leo XIV kissing feet of a priest during Holy Thursday traditional celebrations

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From the Chrism Mass to the washing of the feet: Pope Leo’s first Easter season begins

Pope Leo XIV begins his first Easter as pontiff by washing priests’ feet, following a tradition previously used by Pope Francis, while warning against domination in a troubled world.

02/04/2026

👁 Controversial confessions: Maurizio Cattelan wants your darkest secrets

Art

Controversial Easter confessions: Maurizio Cattelan's sinners hotline

For his latest work, Maurizio Cattelan wants you to confess... Absolution is at stake. To mark the start of Easter, as well as the 21st anniversary of Pope John Paul II’s death, the Italian artist has also made a limited edition of his most provocative and widely debated work... 666 of them.

02/04/2026

👁 A child wearing a hood takes part in a procession ahead the Holy Week at Tendillas square in Cordoba, southern Spain, Friday, March 31, 2023

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Traditional Easter ‘monas’ get a contemporary makeover in Barcelona

A chocolatier in Barcelona is reimagining traditional Catalan Easter cakes, known as “monas,” with bold colours, modern designs and less sugary flavours.

01/04/2026

👁 Jerónimos Monastery

Travel News

Religious tourism: 10 Portuguese monuments to visit at Easter

Located from the north to the south of Portugal, here are some of the most popular religious monuments to visit during Holy Week with your family.

01/04/2026

👁 Hand-carved Easter eggs, Suhor, Slovenia, 28 March 2026

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Slovenian women keep centuries-old ‘drsanke’ Easter egg art alive

In southern Slovenia, women revive ‘drsanke’, carving intricate Easter eggs in Bela Krajina, turning simple shells into lasting handmade gifts.

31/03/2026

👁 Voici une traduction fluide et naturelle : A 55-kilo, 70-centimetre-tall egg was created for the Easter celebrations, Birmingham, UK, March 26, 2026.

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Cadbury unveils giant 55kg ‘Mega Mini Egg’ ahead of Easter

A 55kg Mega Mini Egg at Cadbury World wows Easter visitors, as rising cocoa costs drive chocolate prices sharply higher across the industry.

30/03/2026

👁 Funniest reactions to 12 tonne KitKat bar theft

Food and Drink

A delicious heist: Funniest reactions to 12 tonne theft of KitKat bars

A sizeable shipment of Nestlé's KitKat chocolate bars has been stolen in Europe, while the goodies were in transit from Italy to Poland. Beyond the shortages the heist could provoke – especially right before Easter – the internet has been having a blast...

30/03/2026

👁 Faithful attend a prayer service in the Church of All Nations, held by Cardinal Pierbattista Pizzaballa to mark Palm Sunday in Jerusalem, 29 March 2026

Israel

Netanyahu restores Latin patriarch's access to Jerusalem holy site

The Israeli PM restored full access to the Holy Sepulchre for Latin Patriarch Pizzaballa after police barred him on Palm Sunday, sparking criticism from the EU and global leaders.

30/03/2026

👁 Pope Leo XIV at St. Peter's during Palm Sunday Mass

Vatican

Palm Sunday, Pope Leo XIV: 'God does not hear the prayers of those who wage war'

The Pontiff celebrated Palm Sunday Mass at St. Peter's in the presence of tens of thousands of faithful. During the Angelus he returned to call for a stop to the war in the Middle East and addressed a thought to the migrants who died at sea off Crete

29/03/2026

👁 Hurghada is a popular destination on Egypt's Red Sea

Egypt

Egypt's energy crisis measures will not affect tourists, says minister

Due to a severe energy crisis, the Egyptian government has decided to take short-term measures.

24/03/2026

👁 For just over a third of what it would cost to hop over to Paris for Easter, travellers can enjoy a coastal break in Marmaris.

Destinations

These are Europe’s best budget city breaks for Easter 2026

For just over a third of what it would cost to hop over to Paris for Easter, travellers can enjoy a coastal break in Marmaris.

23/02/2026