The world's largest artificial islands

Man-made islands are a testament to our capacity as humans. In modern times, artificial islands are usually formed by land reclamation or the incidental isolation of existing land, and these islands were created to serve varying purposes. Click through the gallery to find out more about the world’s largest artificial islands.

Def Leppard pumped for summer tour with Journey: 'Why would you want to retire?'

Def Leppard is prepping its third summer stadium tour in as many years – this time with Journey – and guitarist Phil Collen tells us what to expect.

Going on a trip? Don't forget your green travel essentials

TRAVELING sustainably as a family involves simple yet impactful choices that benefit both the environment and future generations. By equipping the entire family with these sustainable travel essentials, the family can embark on memorable adventures while practicing a greener lifestyle. Here are some green travel must-haves for each member of the family. Carrying the Green Finds badge is a collection of Travel Blue pillows made of eco-friendly...

Travel expert reveals his top tips for booking cheap international flights - and timing is everything

Los Angeles-based travel expert Geoffrey Fuller has revealed his top tips to bagging the cheapest plane tickets, with all of his recommended travel services free to use.

The most dog-friendly national parks in the US

Getting outside is great, and it can be even more enjoyable when your four-legged friend can join you. For this reason, many pet owners have dreams of taking their pups out to explore the country's famously beautiful national parks. While a walk in the park might seem like the most obvious place in the world to bring a dog, many US national parks have strict rules about if and where pets are allowed. The good news? There are many national parks that allow dogs! Click on to discover dog-friendly national parks in the US.

Cities with impressive beaches on their doorstep

Are you looking for a city break with a beach thrown in? Cities featuring nearby beaches offer visitors the best of both worlds. You can soak up the culture and the sun. And when it's hot and dry, what better than to hop off the sidewalk and onto to the sand? Click through this list of cities located around the world that have beaches on their doorstep.

BI to travelers: Check in early

THE Bureau of Immigration (BI) has advised international travelers to be at the airport three hours before their scheduled departure, following long queues at immigration counters early Thursday due to the unusual influx of passengers. In an advisory, Immigration Commissioner Norman Tansingco said that crowding at immigration counters started at 6:10 a.m. due to multiple departing flights. "July is considered a peak season in international...

Passengers confused as they're evacuated from Heathrow Terminal 2

Passengers left confused as they're evacuated from Heathrow Airport Terminal 2. The evacuation was alleged to be due to a 'suspicious item that needs to be checked'.

Amazing movie locations you can visit

Unfortunately, a lot of the scenery we see in movies today is computer generated, but there's no substitute for natural beauty. So we put together some of the most famous movie settings that you can actually visit. Click through the gallery to find them out!

Palace wants better e-visa system for Indian tourists

Citing the need to make the Philippines more accessible to travelers, President Marcos has directed government agencies to implement a streamlined e-Visa system for Indian nationals wanting to visit the country. He gave the directive in his meeting with the Private Sector Advisory Council’s (PSAC) Tourism Sector Group in Malacañang on Wednesday. In posts on his Facebook and Instagram pages, the President also highlighted the government’s...

30 reasons to visit the Philippines

With over 7,000 tropical islands to choose from, the Philippines affords travelers some of the best beach holiday options in the world. But this archipelagic nation in Southeast Asia is also renowned for an amazingly varied interior landscape of smoldering volcanic mountains, dense verdant forests, emerald rice fields, and hundreds of pristine lakes and lagoons. Coupling a 500-year-old cultural heritage with a globally significant level of biodiversity, the country is indeed one of the most enticing tourism destinations on the planet. Intrigued? Click through this gallery for 30 reasons why you should start planning your Philippines vacation now.

A trek in Quirino province

Maddela, Quirino—As the 4×4 truck trudged along the rough road leading to the sitio (village) of Dialenese, deep in the Sierra Madre, the full canopy of stars hung over us, with the Milky Way spread out like celestial moss. Together with the local Kiyaw Mountaineers, we were aiming to climb Mount Dialanese (pronounced “djalanis”)—the highest point in the province—as part of a larger visit to Quirino to learn more about the province that, until...

Japan Has New Banknotes-Can I Still Use the Old Ones?

Let's ask the important question for travelers.

JESSIE STEPHENS: 'Starting with the flight... Every mistake I made when I took my baby to Europe.'

There was a moment in a Dublin AirBnB at 1:30am in the morning or perhaps it was 3:45am — at that time of night who can know for sure — when my husband asked me "Are you alright?" I was absolutely not alright. I hadn’t slept for more than a couple of hours at a time for maybe four days, and ... Continued

Newlywed couple reveals details of their unique destination wedding in Mexico: 'Perfect day'

A newlywed couple who chose to have a destination wedding in Mexico with their family and friends in attendance is sharing details about the "vacation" — and how it all came together.

Apartments plan for hotel which hosted Beatles

Built in 1885, the former Hyland Hotel is described as an "architectural landmark" in Filey.

‘Island gurl time’: R’Bonney Gabriel names Siargao as ‘favorite island’

“Island gurl time.” Miss Universe 2022 R’Bonney Gabriel finally fulfilled one of her desires to visit Siargao, one of the most famous tourist destinations in the country. The Filipino-American beauty queen on Friday shared how her first day on the island went, from her plane ride to how she ended her day. “Island gurl time,” […]

The 30 most dangerous countries in the world in 2024

The world is a dangerous place to live in, especially when one considers that there are 195 countries with their own governments and their own agendas. Every year, a global think tank in Australia–called the Institute for Economics and Peace (IEP)–releases a report known as the Global Peace Index. The report measures how peaceful each country in the world is by analyzing many factors, including a country’s rate of violent crime and the number of wars fought. After analyzing these statistics, each country is given a GPI score; and the lower the score, the better. We’ve curated a list of the most dangerous countries mentioned in the report, and you might be surprised with the results. Intrigued? Click through the gallery to see what those countries are.

Crying children betray kidnapping at airport

An Iranian living in the Netherlands tried to kidnap his three children. He picked them up at their school on Tuesday and drove straight to the Cologne airport with his 13-year-old son and two little daughters. He had bought tickets in advance for a one-way flight to Tehran, with stopover in Istanbul. However, thanks to alert police officers and security guards, this parental abduction could be prevented. The children kept crying as they lined...

Chari Hawkins, accomplished US heptathlete heading to Paris

Explainer-Olympics-Will the River Seine be suitable for swimming for the Paris 2024 Games?

By Julien Pretot PARIS (Reuters) - The River Seine will be a central element of the Paris 2024 Olympics, with the opening ceremony taking place on the river with a boat parade and two events, the marathon swimming and the swimming leg of the triathlon scheduled to be held there. However, pollution levels in the Seine have raised health concerns for athletes. WHERE DO WE STAND NOW? The

Landfill site becomes thriving wildlife park

The 28-acre plot was previously a landfill site but has undergone a thorough transformation.

Homes with views: the best properties on the market right now, from Highgate to Crystal Palace

Homes with views: the best properties on the market right now, from Highgate to Crystal Palace - From the London skyline to Lords Cricket Ground, we’ve collected nine properties with views to feast your eyes on

I'm a boomer traveling the world. I choose to swap houses with strangers instead of staying in Airbnbs.

Dorine Olive, 60, lets strangers stay in her Florida house and is bunking with others in Turkey and Uganda during an epic round-the-world trip.

Fireworks explode in night skies of NYC and DC on 4th of July

Fireworks explode in the night skies of New York City and Washington, DC on 4th of July.

Popular lunches from around the world

Do you ever find yourself uninspired when it comes to your midday meal? The chances are high if you're always having the same sandwich or salad. But from India to Costa Rica, lunch looks different around the world, and can serve as great inspiration for your next lunchtime bite. Check out this gallery for an appetizing tour around the world. Click on!

Brit family eat breakfast on sunbeds at dawn to get around hotel rules

A British tourist family has revealed the cut-throat techniques they employ to secure the best sunbed spots in the dog-eat-dog world of resort holidays.

'Loveliest village in Britain' with stunning sandy beaches and crystal clear water

The picturesque harbour village of Mousehole is a delight for the senses

Glamping Arrives at Walt Disney World — See Inside the New Chip and Dale-Themed Cabins

The modern new cabins opened on July 1 at Disney's Fort Wilderness Resort

Don't fly a lot? You should still get a loyalty account. Here's why. | Cruising Altitude

Even if you don't fly all the time, it's worth having a frequent flyer account linked to your airline reservations.

California winegrowers on edge over pest that could 'devastate' lucrative industry

Spotted lanternfly egg masses were found in California — which has California Association of Winegrape Growers and local vineyards speaking out about the high risk to wine industry.

Why a 'Lagom-Style Vacation' May Be Your Best Trip Yet

This Scandinavian concept brings hygge on the road.

Historical facts you won't believe are true

It is true that there are many historical 'facts' that are anything but factual, but the opposite is also true. There are some very bizarre facts that indeed sound like they are made up. Except, they're not! Did you know, for instance, that forks were once considered sacrilegious? Or that Albert Einstein was actually offered the position of president of Israel? Click through the following gallery and discover fascinating historical facts you won't believe are real.

Amazing UNESCO World Heritage Sites in South America

South America dazzles in its cultural and natural diversity. This huge continent includes 12 sovereign states (Argentina, Bolivia, Brazil, Chile, Colombia, Ecuador, Guyana, Paraguay, Peru, Suriname, Uruguay, and Venezuela), each with its own singular identity. The United Nations Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organization (UNESCO) has identified numerous South American natural man-made sites, areas, and structures and designated them World Heritage Sites, a landmark or region recognized as being of outstanding international importance. Click through this gallery for a definitive guide to what these are and where they're located.

AirAsia Seat Sale 7.7 Promo: Fly For As Low as P77

Read on to see which other destinations are on sale.

Op-ed: Avoid those vacation photo-ops to actually enjoy the moment

The most value you’ll find in a summer vacation isn’t what others will see, say Heather and Douglas Boneparth. Here's how to plan a trip worth the money.

Have you heard about the US government's secret airline?

Did you know that the US government operates a top-secret airline called Janet? The airline tends to fly under the radar, even though it operates out of commercial airports. However, if you've never noticed the discreet, unmarked aircraft fleet, you're not the only one. Janet's operations and the activities of the passengers it transports are highly classified, but take a look at what is known about the airline in the following gallery.

Inside No 10 Downing Street - secret bunker, eerie tunnels and controversial garden

Very few people get to go behind the famous black door and cross the threshold into Number 10 Downing Street, but what lies behind the historic facade is fascinating

Woman's final act before she died on a Qantas flight

Aspiring chef Manpreet Kaur, 24, was flying back to Delhi in India for a visit to see her parents for the first time in four years after relocating to Australia.

Dog dies from overheating on Alaska Airlines flight

Angie and Gary Englegau have been left heartbroken following the tragic death of four-year-old Frank who died after succumbing to heat exhaustion on the Alaska Airlines flight.

Space-saving luggage tricks for your holiday – from £10 packing cubes to clever folding hack

Celebrity sorting sensations, the Style Sisters, have shared their top packing hacks from using packing cubes to splitting your clothes into categories

The magical places that inspired magical movies

It's shocking to find out that so many of the fairytale places of our beloved childhood movies are actually real! There are countless castles, palaces, coves, and villages tucked away in various corners of the world, just waiting to be explored and to restore the magic in your adult life. Maybe you'll consider going off the beaten track on your next holiday after seeing these incredible destinations. Click through the gallery to get started.

Flights slowly resume at Sicily's Catania airport as volcano erupts

Sicily's Catania airport began gradually reopening for flights Friday after they were temporarily suspended following an eruption from Mount Etna, Europe's largest active volcano. Flights were suspended after ash plumes from the nearby active volcano of Mount Etna shot up into the sky Thursday as high as 4.5 kilometres, according to Italy's National Institute of Geophysics and Volcanology (INGV).

Two young Brits grin as they are rescued at the top of volcano in Bali

Matthew Forster, 22, and Andrew Forster, 18, from London , trekked up the deadly Mount Agung in Indonesia on July 3. But they got lost in the forest on their way down the volcano.

Aloha from Hawaii: Postcards from the Pacific

While you're going about your standard day-to-day life, the gorgeous Hawaiian Islands are simmering under bright Polynesian sunshine. Maybe it's time for a vacation? Time then to hit the tropics! Scroll through this gallery of picture-perfect images to get to know this idyllic destination.

July Fourth travel chaos as 'poisonous' liquid leaks in Miami Airport

There was chaos at Miami International Airport as Americans traveled for July Fourth after green liquid leaked all over the floor.

Underexplored places you should definitely visit this summer

Most of tourists tend to go to popular destinations that feature on travel lists year in and year out. But what about the countries not featured heavily on must-see lists? There are some real gems out there that tourists have left untapped. What are some amazing destinations abroad that travelers should start visiting? Click through the gallery to find out.

The most beautiful buttes in America

These geological landmarks are among the most awe-inspiring natural wonders in the world. Buttes are formed by erosion and weathering over millions of years, and they can take the shape of small hills with sheer, vertical sides, or gigantic monoliths that reach high into the sky. Many of these sites hold significant religious importance and demand exploration with the utmost respect and deference. Others provide incredible opportunities for outdoor recreation. Nonetheless, all of these buttes exemplify Mother Nature's ability to inspire and surprise. Take a moment to appreciate some of the most beautiful buttes in America! Click through the gallery to get started.

Ant McPartlin and Dec Donnelly cause a sensation among British tourists as they make surprise appearance at budget Mediterranean holiday resort

The sudden appearance of the TV presenting duo, both 48, in beach wear at the Protur Bonaire Hotel in Cala Bona saw excitement spread like wildfire among guests.

'There are 3 types of people on planes. If you’re number two, we need to talk…'

Quick! You have to take a flight. Which seat are you choosing — window, aisle or middle? Well, well, well. What do we have here? Thank you for falling into my trap. According to TikToker Gabi (@umgabi), there are only three types of people that exist, and your plane seat of choice says everything there is to know about your ... Continued