Will a signal solve the greatest aviation mystery of recent years?

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.

Shining stars who vacation in Saint-Tropez

The rich and famous have been flocking to the town of Saint-Tropez in the south of France for decades. Every year, Saint-Tropez attracts dozens of celebrities looking for sun, beaches, and fun. Whether aboard a yacht or at the exclusive Club 55, celebs make the most out of this slice of heaven on Earth. If you're looking for a luxury vacation and to increase your chances of spotting famous faces, then this French Riviera town ticks all the boxes. Browse through the following gallery and see who you can bump into if you head to Saint-Tropez.

World-famous stars from Australia: then and now

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.

Couple on vacation in Pangasinan drowns in 'Depth Pool' tourist attraction

A married couple on vacation tragically drowned while swimming at the “Depth Pool”, a tourist attraction in Agno, Pangasinan. According to a 24 Oras report by Russel Simorio on Tuesday, the victims arrived at the area from Antipolo, Riizal and checked at a beach resort in Burgos for a vacation. From the resort, reports said the 48-year old woman visited the Depth Pool, a local attraction consisting of a rock formation that had a nearby natural...

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.

Just Stop Oil activists paid £1,000 for AirBnb 'safe house'

Activists rented accommodation through Airbnb, with one letting in south east London costing them £1,034.93 while they disrupted traffic on the M25 for four days between 7 and 10 November 2022.

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!

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

Viator Teams Up With Amazon Alexa to Bring 300,000+ Memorable Travel Experiences to Hotel Guests

The collaboration will help hotels expand their in-room concierge services by offering guests easy access to popular local travel experiences powered by Viator on Amazon Echo Show devices. NEEDHAM, Mass., June 25, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Viator, the world's largest travel experiences marketplace, today announced a new collaboration with Amazon that will help global hospitality providers bring thousands of high-quality travel experiences to their...

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

Southwest Airlines cuts revenue forecast

The company said it still expects record quarterly operating revenue in the second quarter.

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,...

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.

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

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.

Newport World Resorts earns Most Outstanding Humanitarian Award

THE Philippine Red Cross conferred the Most Outstanding Humanitarian Award to Newport World Resorts in recognition of its efforts in bolstering the country's response against Covid-19. The prestigious recognition underscored Newport World Resorts' contributions, which have been cited as "instrumental in strengthening the public health response, enabling the Philippine Red Cross to provide vital and lifesaving assistance to those most in need."...

Saga buoyed by ‘exceptional’ cruise bookings but flags ongoing insurance woes

Saga buoyed by ‘exceptional’ cruise bookings but flags ongoing insurance woes - The over 50s group highlighted a buoyant start to the year for its ocean and river cruises.

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. […]

Greece is calling: Your next epic vacation destination awaits

Looking for your next destination vacation? Then look no further. Here are five reasons why your next trip should be to gorgeous Greece! The Mediterranean country which blends ancient history, heavenly landscapes, and exquisite local food is set to satisfy even the most curious travelers. If you're ready for the journey of a lifetime, let us walk you through why you should be visiting this incredible place!

'My parents did something awful on family holiday – it put my child in danger'

One man's family holiday has caused a rift after his parents put him and his child in a dangerous situation – and with his summer trip on the verge of ruin, he isn't sure what to do

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.

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

Embarrassing things we all do on vacation

One of the reasons we so look forward to holidays is because we associate a whole different set of rules for life on vacation as compared to life at home. For most of us, normal standards of hygiene, composure, and integrity go out the window as soon as our passports are scanned at the airport. In addition to the lack of rules we maintain for ourselves, there are so many ways to make mistakes while traveling. There are so many seemingly harmless words and actions that vary in degrees of offensiveness all over the world. Plus, there are all the stresses of traveling in a place with a different language, or traveling by yourself, or (sometimes even worse) traveling with other people. The odds are stacked against you when it comes to keeping your composure while on holiday. What makes it worse is how easy it is to make fun of the tourists you see in your own city, with their Hawaiian-printed shirts, fanny packs, and a combined look of awe and confusion. But, if we’re being honest, we all look as ridiculous and out of place as that when we travel. And in more ways than one. Maybe it was your insistence on wearing nice sandals on a hike, the farmer’s tan (read: burn) you got on the first day, or the incredible amount of beer you drank and the dance battle you got into with a group of locals—no matter what it was, you can at least take solace in the fact that you are certainly not alone. Check out this gallery to see just a few of the numerous embarrassing moments we’ve all had while on vacation (the ones we’ll never admit to when we get back)!

Japan at its most divine: These 10 heavenly gardens are sanctities of nature - and will make your spirits soar

Ivo Dawnay tours Japan's 'finest gardens', which brings to light differences between Japanese and British culture. He says Japanese gardens are jewel boxes of artifice...

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.

Jennifer Lopez Economy Flight Made Headlines but We Love How Unbothered She Looked

When most of us travel, we are squashed in the uncomfortable airline seats in economy - a lucky day might be a fire-exit row or paying extra for a few precious inches of legroom. However, that situation is not something you would expect to see from one of the biggest stars on the planet. Jennifer […]

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 […]

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...

Yacht crew expected to deny arson charges over fire on Greek island

ATHENS (Reuters) - The crew members of a yacht accused of starting a forest fire last week on the Greek island of Hydra are expected to deny arson charges when they appear before a judge on Wednesday, a legal source said. Wildfires are common in the Mediterranean country but they have become more frequent and devastating due to hotter, drier and windier weather, which scientists link to climate

Delicious European food: Must-try dishes from across the continent

If you're planning a trip to Europe, we have some mouth-watering news for you: we have made a selection of typical dishes from countries around Europe that you should try! Even if you're not planning on traveling, these dishes will be sure to give you some inspiration for your next meal! Take a look!

Keep Calm and Carry On: Hand Luggage Essentials

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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

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.

I moved to Florida from Colorado. Things are more expensive, but I'm going to the beach a lot and already feel at home.

A millennial who didn't frequent the mountains near Denver is already taking advantage of Miami's nice weather, warm community, and soccer culture.

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.

Discover 60 extreme points of Earth

What is the most distant point from an ocean? Where is the highest permanent human settlement located, or the lowest commercial airport? And what is the greatest vertical drop found anywhere? Our world is a place of extremes, a planet of mind-boggling contrast that puzzles and amazes us in equal measure. And it's always full of surprises! So, do you know the answers to the questions above? Click through the following gallery for a list of 60 extreme points on Earth that will have you shaking your head in disbelief.

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'

How Delta made itself America's luxury airline — and what United wants to do about it

Delta is the most profitable U.S. airline and says it continues to beat rivals as more travelers pay up for premium cabins.

'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

Universal UK resort to open 365 days a year

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

Helpful travel tips for senior tourists

Traveling is a wonderful experience for people of all ages, including the elderly. However, if you're part of the group of senior travelers, there are some things you must be careful with that can help you enjoy your trip even more. Click here to see some valuable traveling tips for elder tourists.

Best solo travel destinations in Europe

Looking for your next solo journey? Europe is perfect for an adventure-packed holiday for one. Here are some of Europe's best destinations for solo explorers. Take a look!

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

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.

This Canary Island resort is a haven for active travellers – and surprisingly good for toddlers too

This Canary Island resort is a haven for active travellers – and surprisingly good for toddlers too - The Lanzarote institution has long been a favourite destination for athletes, but Chloe Hubbard found that visiting with her family unearthed a special place for an active brood

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.

10 Luxury travel minis to take on your next trip

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Holidaymakers splash the cash on £250 of 'extras' while away, says HSBC survey

The study also found that individuals aren't keen on discussing their holiday spending habits, with over half admitting they never reveal how much they've spent while away