‘The softest white sand and crystal-clear water’: readers’ favourite beaches in Europe Our tipsters bask in the sunshine at town beaches and ‘secret’ bays from Sweden to the Greek islands The Guardian - UK · May 9, 2025
Brits Flock to 'Hawaii of Europe': Fuerteventura Offers Luxury for Less Than £100 Flights Fuerteventura has become one of the best destinations in Europe, even being compared to the paradise that is the Maldives. Many Britons are now choosing this Spanish island as their first option for a beach vacation. International Business Times UK · May 9, 2025
The rise of the mara-cation – why people are swapping R&R for running holidays People are increasingly combining fitness with fun on their holidays. Vicky Jessop taps into what’s behind the trend — and the best cities to visit Evening Standard · May 8, 2025
WestJet Cancels More US Flights As Canadians Turn Their Backs On America WestJet's cancelling flights to Orlando, Chicago, and more as Canadians avoid the US amid trade tensions. Where are they heading instead? Europe and Mexico top the list! International Business Times UK · May 8, 2025
A vacation in a flowerpot... and a Chinook? 10 incredible US homes that make Airbnb’s ‘most wishlisted’ ranking for 2025 From California to Maine via Utah, they are unique stays that offer ‘immersive experiences’ The Independent UK · May 7, 2025
I’m a female solo traveler – these are Europe’s best places to visit alone (and the surprising spots to avoid) Christina Ford, a single Canadian living in London and a devoted solo vacationer, has tips that’ll ‘make you fall in love with your own company’ The Independent UK · May 7, 2025
Trainline shares tumble amid warnings over expansion of London contactless zone Ticket website also faces uncertainty over hit to foreign travel and government plan for UK rail booking system The Guardian - UK · May 7, 2025
I travelled the length and breadth of Luxembourg by bus – and it didn’t cost me a penny With free public transport for all – including tourists - exploring the vineyards, mysterious canyons and lush forests of the Grand Duchy couldn’t be easier The Guardian - UK · May 7, 2025
New Study Reveals Where Tourists Queue the Longest — But There's a Simple Way to Skip It A new study made by the travel page Just You shows how people can save hours in queues, as many of the most famous attractions in the world normally entail hours upon hours of waiting in lines and people lose a lot of their vacation time simply waiting. International Business Times UK · May 7, 2025
American Tourist Impaled at Roman Colosseum After Climbing Fence for Selfie An American tourist was impaled in the Roman Colosseum after trying to climb a fence for a selfie, the 47-year-old was trying to get a better angle when he fell into the spikes falling unconscious, he was stuck for more than 20 minutes until the paramedics got him out of… International Business Times UK · May 7, 2025
White Lotus Tourism Boom Spurs New Entry Rule in Thailand: What British Travellers Need to Know Thailand's booming tourism, spurred by 'White Lotus,' has led to a new digital arrival card for all foreign tourists, including Britons. International Business Times UK · May 7, 2025
A wild walk along Spain’s empty coast – where the desert meets the sea Saved from tourist development by a ‘favourite daughter of Andalucía’, Cabo de Gata is a spectacular national park perfect for an adventure on foot The Guardian - UK · May 6, 2025
Canadians Say 'Adiós' to America As Travel To Mexico and Other Tropical Destinations Surge Canadians are cancelling their travel plans to the USA and are now looking towards Mexico and other countries in Europe as options for travel this summer. International Business Times UK · May 5, 2025
Share a tip on your favourite ‘hidden’ garden in the UK Tell us about a visit to an unsung garden – the best tip wins £200 towards a Coolstays break The Guardian - UK · May 5, 2025
The Guardian - UK · May 5, 2025 Beam me up, Scotland: a journey into outer space in Dumfries and Galloway Ten years ago, the late land artist Charles Jencks created Crawick Multiverse out of an ugly open-cast mine in southern Scotland. Today, it is an inspiring exploration of the universe
Evening Standard · May 5, 2025 Buff Medical Resort is signalling a new era for longevity retreats The brand new Buff Medical Resort has set a precedent with it’s high-tech approach to longevity and luxury — but it’s no outlier
The Guardian - UK · May 4, 2025 From the mountains to the Med: a self-guided walk in Provence, France A challenging solo hike through stunning Provençal scenery is eased by lovely inns, dining by the seaside and leaving the planning to the experts
Evening Standard · May 3, 2025 A laid-back guide to Sydney, Australia: what to eat, drink, see and do Need to slow down the pace? Gina Jackson rounds up the best places to shop, sleep, eat and explore in the chilled out capital of New South Wales
The Guardian - UK · May 3, 2025 From cassoulet in Carcassonne to patisseries in Paris – a tour of France in 10 classic dishes France does many foods exceptionally well, but certain areas offer unique and exceptional culinary experiences. We select 10 delicacies and the best regions in which to try them
Evening Standard · May 3, 2025 Kevin McCloud's guide to Akureyri and intrepid Iceland The Grand Designs presenter heads to the far north, where ferocious waterfalls and elemental beauty await
Evening Standard · May 2, 2025 Six Senses Kyoto: the city's best kept secret (for now) — plus five other epic hotels in Japan A chic wellness opening from Six Senses heralds a new era for Japan’s hotel scene. Gina Jackson checks in — and shares more of the country’s must-visit hotels for all budgets
The Guardian - UK · May 2, 2025 Bank holiday weekend travel: 17m leisure trips by car expected, says RAC The 1m increase on last year compounded by part-closure of west coast mainline on Sunday and Monday
The Guardian - UK · May 2, 2025 ‘Delicious seafood served with charm and ice-cold white wine’: readers’ favourite restaurants in France From a hidden gem in Nice to a rustic revelation in Beaujolais and a bargain bistro in Brittany
Evening Standard · May 2, 2025 Olivier Rousteing’s guide to New York: Met Gala, Indochine and whiskeys at The Soho Grand As the fashion designer returns to NYC for the Met Gala, he recalls his “Project Runway” antics last year and where he hides out as the city goes fabulously crazy
Evening Standard · May 1, 2025 I backpacked Nepal and India like the Race Across the World teams — here's what I learnt After spending seven months backpacking through India and Nepal, solo travel expert Lydia Swinscoe shares her advice for making the most of the route, which features in the latest series of BBC’s beloved travel show