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End of the great British staycation? Package holiday trips boom

Seven-day trips for a couple to Turkey, Greece , Spain , Portugal and Cyprus are all being offered for less than £750 including flights in the first week of June.

Marcos: PH is beautiful everywhere, but cities less so

MANILA, Philippines — President Ferdinand Marcos Jr on Friday said that there was no place in the Philippines that was not beautiful— except for the cities perhaps. Speaking at the inauguration of the Pagudpud Tourist Rest Area in Pagudpud, Ilocos Norte, the President touted the country’s beaches and other nature sites. READ: Marcos sees sustained PPP to boost PH tourism “Maganda talaga masyado ang Pilipinas, kahit saan ka talaga tumingin...

The greatest retirement locations in the world

After so many years of working hard, retirement can sneak up on you quickly, so why not start planning for your golden years now? Choosing the ideal place to retire is an incredibly important decision and requires a lot of planning and research, but luckily the International Living magazine has published a list of the best destinations to relax into the better half of life. From modern cities to idyllic coastlines, check out this gallery to see the best options out there.

The most captivating British towns you have to visit

When you think of the UK, perhaps the words "wonderful holiday" do not spring to mind. However, the countryside and history of the UK are vastly underrated. There are countless numbers of charming towns that will transport you back to times gone by. There is such a wealth of activities to do, from trekking up tall mountain peaks to rowing in gently ebbing rivers. On your exploration of the United Kingdom, it is important to find the right towns to stay in to make your trip as perfect as can be. Here are the towns that you won't be able to resist being charmed by. From Portmerion to Cullen Bay, click through to discover more.

Visit of RNLI scroll marks charity's 200th birthday

It is being signed by representatives at each location on its route around the British Isles.

Some vacationers expect to carry summer travel debt, report finds. Here's how to avoid that

Americans are looking forward to traveling this summer, but some won't pay off their credit cards. Here's how to lower costs and avoid summertime debt.

Where to Eat and Drink During Memorial Day Weekend in Austin

Kick off the summer properly with barbecue, beer, and hot dogs

Marcos: Better transport, infra mean more tourists

Boasting that “there is no place in the Philippines that is not beautiful,” President Marcos on Friday said he was eyeing a tenfold increase in the number of “balikbayan” tourists visiting the country. At the inauguration of a tourist rest area on the pristine beach at Barangay Saud in Pagudpud, Ilocos Norte, the President said the government would continue improving travel, transportation and tourist infrastructure to turn the country into...

Gunmen kill three Spanish tourists in Afghanistan's central Bamyan province

By Mohammad Yunus Yawar, Charlotte Greenfield and Ana Cantero KABUL/MADRID/DELHI (Reuters) -Three Spanish tourists were killed and at least one Spaniard was injured in an attack by gunmen in Afghanistan's central Bamyan province, Spain's foreign ministry said on Friday. Earlier on Friday, Taliban interior ministry spokesman Abdul Mateen Qaniee had said that three foreign tourists and one Afghan

"They're building luxury hotels in Kiev while we don't have enough hands to concrete the front line"

General Michel Yakovleff, former NATO deputy chief of staff, was a guest of French news channel LCI to give his analysis of the Russian advance in recent days and the lack of Ukrainian resources to confront it. "They are building expensive buildings in Kiev, the capital, and they are not digging trenches where they should be," the general stated. "The exasperation, anger and indignation are starting to be felt among Ukrainian soldiers, it's...

The Ultimate Guide to Aaron Franklin’s Hot Luck Festival

An ideal itinerary for getting the meatiest experience the Memorial Day weekend has to offer in Austin

4 Restaurants and Bars to Try This Weekend in the Bay Area: May 17

The best things to do, eat, and drink this weekend from San Francisco to Napa

Red Planet hopes to open a new PH hotel yearly

MANILA, Philippines — Red Planet Hotels plans to expand further its portfolio in the Philippines, with the budget hotel brand looking into opening a new site annually starting next year. Florent Humeau, chief executive officer of Red Planet Hotels, on Friday said they are looking at several prospective areas across the country, including locations in the cities of Iloilo, Davao, Cagayan de Oro and Cebu. “I hope in the next three, five years, we...

Your dream beach vacation can happen right at home in America

Can’t go abroad this year? Don't sweat it. The US has some awesome beaches for you to kick back and relax on that are closer to home. Check them out!

Pitch concerns for boys travelling to Wales to train

Waterlogging in the winter means the team is forced to travel miles to train for its matches.

Must-have camping and outdoor gear is up to 50% off at REI this weekend

REI's Anniversary Sale features incredible discounts on major brands like The North Face, Patagonia, Coleman, and more. Here are our favorite deals.

Aurigny performance criticised as 'not acceptable'

The government body which owns the airline said problems could "damage Guernsey's reputation".

'Yellowstone' and 'The White Lotus' inspiring luxe summer vacations, 'set-jetting' trend

The "set-jetting" trend sweeping travel shows people are picking their vacations based on destinations seen in their favorite shows, including Montana, Hawaii and Sicily, Italy.

Expedia CTO, Senior Engineering Leader Exit on Policy Violation

Expedia Group Inc. said its chief technology officer and a senior engineering leader were fired due to “a violation of company policy,” just days after the online travel firm’s annual product and partner conference.

Hilton Manila hosts an enchanting 2-day bridal fair for couples

HILTON Manila proudly opens its bridal fair, "Ever After: A journey through time," set to take place from May 18 to 19 at the hotel's ballroom. This year's theme celebrates weddings and the enduring milestones of love that follow from 10-year anniversaries to golden wedding celebrations and vow renewals. The bridal fair will feature top industry suppliers such as Amady, Foreveryday Photo, Got Music and GDV, offering guests a chance to explore a...

I've lived on the Amalfi Coast for 17 years. Here are the 7 mistakes tourists should avoid making while visiting.

Many travelers visit the Amalfi Coast on a day trip, only visit the most popular towns, and forget to wear the proper shoes for hiking.

At Thailand dive expo, fears for coral's future

Jakkapat Yodnil calls out to visitors at a diving expo in Bangkok, eager to share details of his shop's expeditions to the azure waters around the Thai island of Koh Tao. For now though, the bleaching around Koh Tao is "not bad, considering."

Long Island by Colm Tóibín review: A sequel that doesn't fly quite as high

Long Island by Colm Tóibín review: A sequel that doesn't fly quite as high -

Best European destinations for a family summer vacation

Summer is just starting in Europe, and tourists are flocking to all the warm, beautiful coastal towns the continent has to offer. However, many other European destinations are perfect for families and some of them are still pretty much under the radar. Whether you're looking for sea and sand, adventure, mountains, or cultural sites, these places are guaranteed to delight the entire family. Click through and find out more!

Accessible tourism for seniors, PWDs pushed

DEPUTY Speaker Las Piñas Lone District Rep. Camille Villar has filed a bill that would make tourism more accessible to senior citizens and persons with disabilities (PWDs). In a statement, Villar said that the lack of travel and tourism facilities and services, including discriminatory policies and practices, has discouraged or deterred disabled persons and their spouses, children and caregivers from traveling and touring the country....

Boeing Starliner's debut crewed flight delayed again to check helium leak

WASHINGTON (Reuters) - NASA and Boeing delayed the launch of Boeing's Starliner crew capsule again on Friday, giving them four more days to assess a helium leak before attempting to launch the spacecraft's first two astronauts into space, the space agency said Friday. Starliner's liftoff from Florida has been delayed several times in May and it was last scheduled for May 21. Aside from the

A major new aviation bill seeks to end passengers being made to pay to sit with their kids, and to improve safety on planes after the Alaska blowout

"Corporations shouldn't rip off hardworking Americans" with hidden fees, President Biden said in a statement.

Frontier Airlines, stuck in a money-losing slump, is dumping change fees and making other moves

DENVER (AP) — Frontier Airlines, which has struggled more than other U.S. carriers to recover from the pandemic, says it is eliminating change fees on some tickets and creating four fare classes to boost its appeal to more travelers. The Denver-based airline said the changes taking effect Friday would make buying a ticket less complicated. Frontier, like rivals Spirit Airlines and Allegiant Air, advertises low fares but tacks on more fees than...

Escape to a Sky-High Restaurant for a Taste of the Sea in La Jolla

A James Beard-recognized chef is movin’ on up to the penthouse in the sky with this new restaurant

Will new airline consumer protection rules help you when you fly this summer?

The Transportation Department's new rules address everything from junk fees to refunds, but not in time for the summer travel season.

Alcohol abuse 'costs £27bn' and 'King's fighting spirit'

The public cost of alcohol abuse and the King's plans to travel for D-Day tributes lead the papers.

Researchers found a mysterious new planet that is similar to cotton candy

Places in the US that look like alien planets

Space travel—it’s unbelievably cool, but most of us won’t ever have the opportunity to check out alien planets. Lucky for you, the Earth is vast and strange, and that means it has a host of otherworldly landscapes just waiting for your exploration. There are plenty in the US alone, which means there’s no spaceship—or passport—required.

Ang See: Tougher visa rules for Chinese not right solution

Tightening visa rules for Chinese tourists will not stop the influx of undesirable visitors if immigration officers can be bribed anyway, civic leader Teresita Ang See said on Thursday. “We already have a proper visa application process in place in our consular and embassy office abroad. That system ain’t broke,” said Ang See, a longtime anticrime crusader from the Filipino-Chinese community. “Instead, the problem lies with our bureaucrats here...

A Luxe London Coffee Shop Is Coming to the Chrysler Building

Plus, a secret crab delivery service opens a restaurant — and more intel

Highly Opinionated: An Expert’s Favorite Cioppino in San Francisco

The smartest fisherman stews to order in the City by the Bay

Kent weekly round-up: 11 May - 17 May 2024

The story about stargazers in Kent being treated to an appearance of the Northern Lights proved a popular read this week. A variety of local issues featured on the BBC News website, BBC Radio Kent and BBC South East Today. We have picked five stories from the past week in case you missed them. Soldier graffiti may show Napoleon hanged - castle Sold...

King Charles III to travel to France for UK ceremonies marking the 80th anniversary of D-Day

LONDON (AP) — King Charles III plans to travel to France next month for British ceremonies marking the 80th anniversary of the D-Day landings, while skipping the larger international event a few miles away as he continues to be treated for cancer. Charles and Queen Camilla are expected to attend a ceremony at the British Normandy Memorial at Ver-sur-Mer on June 6, Buckingham Palace said Friday. The Prince of Wales will stand in for the king at...

Double-amputee who climbed Everest eyes new peaks

Double amputee Hari Budha Magar aims to climb the highest peaks on all seven continents.

A local’s guide to Coffs Harbour: ‘The culture here is being outside’

Food When we moved to Coffs Harbour on Gumbaynggirr country on the New South Wales mid-north coast in 2007, we really missed Sydney’s multicultural food. Thankfully, Coffs is a well-supported refugee settlement city and it didn’t take long for those communities to gift us an assortment of culinary options. There are Syrian, Iraqi, Burmese and Indian food stalls at Harbourside Markets on Sundays. Some are brick and mortar now including Mana Chita...

'Balaclavas and big sticks': New Caledonia tourists trapped by riots

Lured by the promise of a Pacific paradise, hundreds of visitors to France's island territory of New Caledonia have found themselves trapped in a land teeming with troops trying to put down riots. She is staying with her father, who lives on the island, and has found herself helping neighbours to defend their street.

How Club Vistara members will be affected by Air India-Vistara merger. Check details for Club Vistara CV program

In an update to its users, Club Vistara informed that its ‘frequent flyer’ programme will be merged with Air India’s ‘Flying Returns’ programme. The airline said that details regarding co-brand cards will be shared in the coming weeks.

The 10 holiday destinations most used by cybercriminals to trick Brits

Experts from McAfee have revealed the 10 holiday destinations most used by cybercriminals to entice unsuspecting British holidaymakers.

Part of London Overground will close for six weekends in May and June

A large part of the London Overground is closing over six summer weekends in 13 days of disruption between May 18 and July 7. Find the full list of dates and stations affected here.

27 Things to Pack if You're Traveling Solo This Year

Embark on your main character journey with these travel accessories, gadgets, and all-around essentials.

What Happens When You Take Street Art Out of the Street?

The Banksy Universe exhibit is now open in BGC.

9 Books That Transport You Around the World

If you want to explore new countries and immerse yourself in different cultures without leaving your couch, pick up one of these books.

Have a cool summer adventure at Kingsford Hotel Manila

STAY cool this summer without the need to go far at Kingsford Hotel Manila in Entertainment City. Quench your thirst with tantalizing cocktails at Frost By The Pool Bar on the sixth floor. From fizzy, fruit-based drinks such as Harri's Hula Haze, Kingsford's Drink of the Month, to chocolatey-sweet shakes, everyone can have a cool treat under the sun. Bring the family over and munch on savory snacks under the blue skies. Watch the bad vibes melt...

The popular destinations you can't visit in 2024

In 2024, your wanderlust may encounter unexpected roadblocks as some of the world's most iconic destinations temporarily close their doors. From the ancient steps of the Acropolis to the shadowy corridors of Paris' Catacombs, this year marks a pause for some of the globe's most treasured sites. Under the banner of preservation and enhancement, these closures offer a moment of reflection on the delicate balance between our desire to explore and the need to protect our cultural and natural heritage. As you delve into this gallery, discover the surprising, and sometimes hidden, reasons behind the inaccessibility of these famed locations. Click through to explore a world of closed doors and the stories they hold within.

Lanterns, lights and laundry: Photos of the week

A selection of striking images from around the world, taken over the past seven days.