The best places to retire in 2024

If you are coming up to retirement age, you may already be thinking about making big changes in your lifestyle! Many people choose to retire to a new location, even a new country, when they're finally free to enjoy their golden years. Whether this is because of weather, safety, or financial reasons, everyone has a different idea about what is most important to them when making these decisions. Take a look through this gallery to discover the best places to retire in 2024.

Bizarre trees with a fascinating history

Trees have been around for a long time. Some date back thousands of years, and we really are lucky to be able to admire them today. There are some trees around the world that are indeed special. Not just because they're beautiful and unique, but also because they have amazing stories behind them. In this gallery we tell these fascinating stories, so click through and be amazed.

Devon yacht club launches new round-the-world race

The first 'WorldStar' round-the-world race will get underway in 2026.

What IS going on at Britain's airports? It's not even peak summer yet!

Families have endured an arduous few weeks at UK airports, with chaos caused by power cuts, IT failures, evacuations, e-gates issues and 100ml liquid rule confusion.

Glastonbury Festival 2024 gates open to music lovers

Thousands of ticket holders have begun filtering into the site for the world-famous festival.

Artist's impression of restored boatyard revealed

New plans show how the fire-hit Underfall Yard could look after its reconstruction.

Britons cut back on high street spending to splash out £178bn creating memories

'We're witnessing a long-term behavioural shift that will see experiences like travel and live entertainment take up a greater share of our discretionary spending, certainly this summer but also into the foreseeable future' - Dr Peter Brooks, Barclays' chief behavioural scientist

Hong Kong’s Cathay pulls 3 cadet pilots from US training programme after serious blunders

Hong Kong flag carrier Cathay Pacific Airways has removed three cadet pilots from a training programme after three serious blunders at a US-based training centre, citing its “zero-tolerance” over non-compliance with flight incident reporting requirements. The company said on Wednesday it made its decision after the trio failed to comply with the requirements at the AeroGuard Flight Training Centre in Phoenix, Arizona. The move followed the...

Palawan, Boracay among Travel + Leisure Luxury Awards Asia Pacific 2024’s best islands

Palawan and Boracay have made it once again to the Best Islands list of Travel + Leisure Luxury Awards Asia Pacific 2024. As seen on the T+L website, Palawan ranked third, while Boracay occupied the fourth spot. Thailand's Koh Samui clinched the top spot, followed by Bali, Indonesia. Completing the top 5 is Phuket, Thailand. Sri Lanka, Sumba, Indonesia, Penang, Malaysia, Koh Phi Phi, Thailand and Phu Quoc, Vietnam round up the Top 10. The...

Aer Lingus pilots begin industrial action

Aer Lingus pilots begin industrial action - The work-to-rule began at midnight with pilots refusing to work overtime, accept changes to set rosters, or take on out-of-hours management requests.

The most dangerous cities to live in

In a world brimming with diverse landscapes and vibrant cultures, it's disheartening to recognize the presence of cities struggling with soaring crime rates. As we delve into this exploration of the world's most dangerous cities, we're faced with the stark reality that safety remains a distant dream for many. This gallery shines a light on 30 cities, each grappling with its unique set of challenges. Join us on this journey through the most dangerous cities in the world to live in, and the communities living there that are affected every day. Click on for more.

Looted by the Nazis and never returned: the art removed from a Swiss museum

Caysasay Shrine reopens to public after restoration works

After being closed for over two years, the 17th century Archdiocesan Shrine of Our Lady of Caysasay in Taal, Batangas has reopened to the public for church services. The National Museum of the Philippines (NMP) formally handed over the shrine to the Archdiocese of Lipa on June 20, following restoration and rehabilitation work. During the […]

Virgin Galactic spaceplane takes tourists on flight

Virgin Galactic SPCE.N flew four tourists to the edge of space and back aboard its spaceplane, marking the second flight this year, the Richard Branson-founded company said last week. The Galactic 07 mission carried Turkish, U.S. and Italian passengers to an altitude of about 55 miles (88.51 km) on a flight lasting slightly more than an hour. […]

Glasgow to host Nordic music festival as it comes to Scotland for first time

Glasgow to host Nordic music festival as it comes to Scotland for first time - Nordic Music Days was established by the Council of Nordic Composers in 1888, and is one of the world’s oldest contemporary classical music festivals.

Boeing isn't bringing any of its signature jets to the year's biggest air show for the first time in over a decade

Boeing said it's prioritizing work on a safety and quality plan, as it deals with a crisis following the Alaska Airlines blowout.

All the places in our world where you can find hell

In most belief systems, the afterlife can only be accessed once one has passed. But then there are some who believed, and still believe, that the living could access the underworld directly here on Earth. From Mayan caves to Japanese swamps, there are various entrances, scattered across the globe. And while some of these spots involve the Christian concept of hell, some lead to other, sometimes not so unpleasant, afterlives. If you should decide to visit any of these sites, any consequences on opening an infernal portal are on you! Now that you've been warned, click through the following gallery to check them out.

Are these London's most sustainable hotels?

Are these London's most sustainable hotels? - From Aldwych to Aldgate, the city’s top stays have never been more green, says climate conscious expert Juliet Kinsman

Missing Jay Slater 'spotted watching Euros in Tenerife' claim locals

Jay Slater, 19, from Lancashire, has been missing in Tenerife since last Monday – after staying at an Airbnb in a remote part of the Spanish Island with two men

How I conquered the Isle of Man’s summit trails

There’s a magic pool in Ballaglass Glen. Scored deep into the ancient flagstone, amid the oak, larch and beech, it’s fed by a cascade, spangled with shafts of sunlight and probably hides mooinjer veggey – Manx Gaelic for the mythical “little people”. As I slid my tired legs into the numbingly cold water, I felt a sense of exhilaration. It had been the most glorious of days, tackling my first of the island’s eight new summit walks; between them,...

Avanti West Coast says fleet overhaul means ‘much-improved travel experience’

Avanti West Coast says fleet overhaul means ‘much-improved travel experience’ - The operator said the 56th and final modernised Pendolino train has returned to service.

Unesco wants to add Stonehenge to list of endangered heritage sites

PARIS — The UN’s cultural organization said Monday it recommended adding Stonehenge, the renowned prehistoric site in England, to its world heritage in danger list, in what would be seen as an embarrassment for London. The site has been in the UN organization’s sights because of British government plans to construct a controversial road tunnel near the world heritage site in southwestern England. In a written decision seen by AFP, the World...

Incheon airport briefly shuts down runways because of North Korea trash balloons

SEOUL (Reuters) -Takeoffs and landings at South Korea's Incheon international airport were disrupted on Wednesday for about three hours before dawn because of balloons launched by North Korea filled with refuse, an airport spokesperson said. One balloon landed on the tarmac near passenger Terminal 2 and the three runways at Incheon were temporarily shut down, the spokesperson said. North Korea

Things you should never do at Disney parks

A trip to one of Disney's 12 theme parks can be a magical experience for children and adults alike. However, like any vacation destination, there are rules you should follow to ensure you have the best time possible. From taking on-ride photos to breaking the dress code, if you're planning a visit to Disney, click through this informative gallery to find out what you should never do at a park.

Urgent £900 travel warning issued to all British holidaymakers

Tourists could find themselves with a significant bill which could add hundreds to the cost of their summer break

Banyan Tree set to open Manila Bay property in 2028

Banyan Tree is set to open in Manila come 2028. The luxury hospitality brand, known for its sustainability practices, will open a mixed-use, multiple-tower development development property set to become a called in Manila. Dubbed Banyan Tree Manila Bay, the new property was launched on Tuesday at Cove Manila in Okada. Phase 1 of the property is composed of a hotel, residences, and a retail area, promising its guests and clients to "enjoy true...

Moment tourist performs citizen's arrest on 'pickpocket'

Footage showing two apparent 'tourists' catching an alleged pickpocket and holding her outside the royal residence has gone viral on social media.

From bedbugs to the opening ceremony: Is Paris ready for the Olympics?

Paris will host the Olympics and Paralympics this summer, with thousands of stellar athletes and millions of tourists expected to visit the French capital. The countdown to the Games is on, so click through this gallery to find out everything you need to know, from the newly debuted sports to where the opening ceremony will be held.

The most hazardous places in the world

Hurricanes, earthquakes, landslides, poison, tsunamis: the world is full of dangers. The most dangerous places also seem to be the most naturally beautiful, so to make sure you stay safe on your future trips, this gallery outlines the most uninhabitable places in the world. From islands with murderous inhabitants to frothing volcanoes, here is everything you need to know about where not to go. Click through for more!

Five tourists die in violent riptide within days at same popular beach town

Five people have now died in lethal Panama City Beach riptides as the sheriff issues a plea for people to stay out of the water, warning that 'it’s just too dangerous right now to swim'

10 Luxury travel minis to take on your next trip

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Bizarre moment lawyer is kicked off flight after being double-booked

This is the moment a Colombian lawyer held up a flight for almost an hour after he discovered that Avianca had overbooked his seat on his business trip to Los Angeles.

Qantas passenger slams airline for 'completely humiliating' her

Donna Carlson was waiting in the airport lounge for her flight from Brisbane to Cairns when she said she was 'completely humiliated' by the airline on June 3.

Sydney’s Luna Park lease on sale for first time in 20 years with price tag of $70m

Sydney’s harbourside amusement park Luna Park is on sale for the first time in two decades. The art deco park in Milsons Point opened in 1935 and currently features 17 amusement rides, an immersive “big top” and the heritage-listed Coney Island. The 3.1-hectare site is owned by the state of New South Wales and managed by the Luna Park Reserve Trust which ensures the park and surrounding foreshore is “conserved for all Sydneysiders and visitors...

The meanings of airline code words that passengers don't understand

When it comes to airplane travel, plenty goes on behind the scenes that most passengers are completely unaware of. Sometimes there's a lot of jargon being used by pilots and cabin crew that you might have heard without knowing exactly what it meant. And if flying is a stressful experience for you, not understanding certain terms can add to an already frustrating experience. So click on to discover common airline terms to keep you at ease during your next flight.

Extraordinary desert experiences for adventurous travelers

The vast majesty of the desert has long captivated the most intrepid travelers. There are few natural environments that can inspire as much awe as the unique, unusual, and undeniably mystical desert landscape. From burnt red sands to bleached snow and temperate tableland, the world's deserts are diverse and home to an array of plant, animal, and mineral life. If you crave wide open spaces and destinations with a difference, you won't regret an adventurous desert expedition. Intrigued? Click on to explore these unforgettable desert experiences.

Road trip fun: Discovering hidden gems of the USA

Planning your next road trip and looking for an out-of-the-box destination? Beyond the well-trodden paths lie lesser-known destinations, waiting to charm and captivate. These hidden gems offer a perfect blend of nature's wonders, historical richness, and cultural diversity. Join us as we explore 30 unique and inviting locations across the United States, each with its own distinctive character, ensuring memorable adventures for your next road trip. Click on to discover them all!

In Colombia, a long, perilous romance to save the harpy eagle

Wounded and wary, the young couple appear to be into each other: their arranged romance, years in the making, is aimed at preserving the rapidly disappearing harpy eagle, one of the world's largest raptors. One of the world's most powerful and largest eagles, able to hunt monkeys and sloths, the harpy eagle has been hunted to near-extinction in some parts of its territory in Central America.

This US city has the worst traffic in the WORLD

One American city has been ranked the most congested place to drive in the world, forcing drivers to spend 101 hours stuck in gridlock last year and costing the economy billions.

English words that come from Native American languages

Most people are aware that many common geographical names found throughout the USA and Canada have been borrowed from various Native American languages. But these are not the only examples of linguistic borrowings taken from the indigenous vocabulary. From avocado and skunk to hammock, Native American languages have given English speakers a wonderful dictionary of words frequently used today. Check out this gallery for some commonly used words in English, which were coined by indigenous peoples across the Americas.

'I paid for my holiday by only using the interest I made on my savings'

Vanessa Thompson funded her summer holiday to Crete using a simple tip - and she's shared just how to do it

Keep Calm and Carry On: Hand Luggage Essentials

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Universal UK resort to open 365 days a year

An economic impact report reveals the planned resort could create 20,000 jobs during construction.

Family 'locked out of apartment and ignored' by Airbnb over new year's holiday

A woman who travelled to Malaga, Spain, with her family for the start of 2024 was left disheartened and shocked after she became locked out of her accommodation and was 'ignored' by Airbnb

10 tips and tricks to save money on your summer holiday

If you’re looking to enjoy a summer holiday in a foreign country this year, these 10 tips will keep the costs down and make it budget-friendly

Palm Tree Music Festival Talks Hamptons Logistics, Returning for 2025

Pearls are often clutched in the Hamptons, the famous Long Island escape for well-to-do New Yorkers, but perhaps prematurely in the case of a fledgling music festival which just went up in one of its beach towns. The Palm Tree Music Festival, co-founded by hitmaking DJ Kygo, presented its fourth east coast installment in the […]

NYC shuttered 80% of its Airbnbs in an attempt to make housing more affordable. All that's done so far is make hotels more expensive.

There were more than 22,000 short-term rentals listed in NYC last August. The number of legal listings has dropped precipitously.

Woman, 36, mysteriously vanishes at Atlanta International Airport

Hollie Noelle Seay, 36, mysteriously disappeared after visiting a Starbucks at Atlanta's Hartsfield International Airport - sparking a multi-state manhunt.

Shocking images of pollution around the world

It's no secret that our planet is heavily polluted, but actually looking at the waste humans create is pretty horrifying. There are entire mountains and islands that are made up exclusively of garbage. In this gallery, take a look at what we've left behind on Earth.

Inside Glastonbury Festival's poshest tents worth £28k: luxury bedrooms, dining room and a pool

The Tipi Tenthouse Suite at Glastonbury Festival offers up to five double bedrooms with a dining area and en-suite shower room which will set glampers back £27,999