Category: Travel

If a tourism levy were put in place across the UK at a fixed cost, the…

How to avoid becoming a ‘pier runner’ and missing your cruise ship’s departure

Missing the cruise ship's departure is a nightmare scenario for many passengers - here's how to…

The Science Museum unveils plans to celebrate 60 years of Star Trek – including the chance to watch all 13 films on IMAX

Calling all Trekkies: London's Science Museum is hosting celebrations to mark 60 years of the iconic…

Best wash bags for travel: Upgrade your toiletry bag ahead of the holidays with these tried and tested options from John Lewis, M&S and more

I've reviewed and rated some of the best wash bags from high street brands like Superdrug…

New train to cut Dubai-Abu Dhabi travel time to under one hour

The UAE is set to welcome the arrival of its new passenger railway network, which could…

Sweden offering Brits the chance to adopt their own island

Fancy some time hiding away on a secluded island in Sweden? Now you can - as…

Judge deals blow to Trump administration, orders slavery exhibit restored at iconic Philly landmark

Federal judge orders National Park Service to restore slavery exhibit at Philadelphia's President's House, citing Orwell's…

Tourists walk pilgrimage road from Jesus’ era for first time in 2,000 years: ‘Deeply significant’

Archaeologists unveiled a well-preserved ancient street in Jerusalem, known as the stepped road, that dates back…

Human waste in Roman medicine? First physical evidence found in ancient vessel causes ‘immense excitement’

Roman medicine used human fecal matter mixed with thyme and olive oil in treatments, according to…

China confirms visa-free travel for Brits – and it’s coming into effect very soon

British holidaymakers heading to China can expect visa-free travel to the country very soon, after Prime…

What it’s really like to holiday in North Korea’s answer to Benidorm – where most tourists are banned

Largely secretive and hidden from most of the world, North Korea is still somehow managing to…

The best all-inclusive breaks, by an expert who’s been inspecting the best resorts for 20 years: These are the ultimate escapes whatever your budget, how to get the best value for money – and how to find the best food and drink when you’re there

In my 20 years as a travel writer I've stayed in dozens of all-inclusive hotels, from…

Popular European seaside town BANS alcohol due to ‘unacceptable’ drunken tourists

Tourists visiting one particularly popular spot in Croatia could find themselves impacted by a proposed alcohol…

Cointreau opens its working distillery to the public for the first time since 1849

A popular liqueur brand is inviting cocktail lovers to experience a rare getaway inside the home…

The popular kids’ toy that’s banned on flights across Europe

Many parents pack toys to keep their children entertained on flights and when away, but several…

The fun free activities for all the family across the UK this February half-term – and how to save money at restaurants

The half-term holidays don't have to be expensive - here are all the ways you can…

Couple reveal how they met, then married on a P&O cruise – after a very romantic proposal

A holiday romance began for Hannah and Mitchell Still, from Cambridgeshire, after they met on the…

As ‘grocery tourism’ soars, experts reveal what to put in your basket in popular holiday destinations, from Tim Tams Down Under to Taytos in Ireland

Truffle crisps in Spain, Lucky Charms in the US and punchy Ras el Hanout spice in…

Woman reveals how she holidays in the Maldives from just £37 per night – and the eight ‘local’ islands with the best bargains

Staying on the Maldives doesn't need to break the bank - with the paradise islands lesser-known…

Shocking airport security busts reveal bizarre and hidden items tucked away in luggage

Weird items found by TSA at airports in 2025 include turtles hidden in clothing, replica bombs…

Flight passenger mistakenly boards wrong plane, lands in surprising country after many hours