I booked a solo trip to Timor-Leste and never felt more connected What’s the most surprising thing about visiting Timor-Leste? The human moments that come from the most unexpected places. The Guardian - AU · Sep 21
Alonnisos, Liepāja and Dalsland: The lesser-known destinations to put on your radar for 2027 Intrepid Travel’s annual ‘Not Hot List’ highlights under-the-radar spots where your tourism spending could really make a difference. Euronews · Sep 9
All the winners of the Independent Travel Awards 2026, from the best UK hotel to top European city break THE INDEPENDENT TRAVEL AWARDS 2026: Discover the airlines, cruise brands, tour operators and destinations won big at our inaugural celebration The Independent UK · Sep 8
Forget the Camino de Santiago. Romania’s Via Transilvanica hiking trail is wild, welcoming and quiet The hiking trail runs 1,600km across Romania through 400 villages in 20 different ethnic and cultural regions. Euronews · Jun 21
Are package holidays to Jordan resuming after the UK government lifts ‘non-essential’ travel advisory? Holiday companies are touting the return of their Jordan holidays this year The Independent UK · Jun 9
How to have a responsible day trip in Europe’s most overtouristed cities Intrepid Travel has launched ‘uncommon day trips’ in Barcelona, Venice and Paris which aim to take travellers away from the main sights. Euronews · May 21
The Morocco trip that helped me take my first step into solo travel Having never travelled alone, Olivia Kerley was nervous to leap into the unknown – but a group adventure through Morocco proved the perfect combination of solo but supported The Independent UK · Mar 26
Beyond the beach: exploring Bali’s cultural heartland Make for sacred Mount Agung to discover the heart and heritage of Indonesia’s most Insta-friendly isle Marie Claire · Mar 16
Private buildings, public land: how Australia’s national parks became a battleground between conservation and commerce Developers argue that eco-tourism helps ‘underfunded’ parks but former Greens leader Bob Brown says the idea of wilderness lodges is an ‘oxymoron’ The Guardian - AU · Mar 7
Will my package holiday or tour be cancelled due to Iran-US war? Your refund rights Operators including Intrepid Travel, Tui and G Adventures have issued updates The Independent UK · Mar 4
Seaweed foraging in Sweden: A coastal adventure on Vrångo Island Beyond Gothenberg’s polished harbour lies a rugged shoreline rich in adventure Marie Claire · Feb 1
Solo trips abroad take off among women who seek break from work – and their families UK travel firms say solo – but not single – travellers make up a growing proportion of customers The Guardian - UK · Oct 6, 2025
Tired of Europe’s crowded hotspots? Put these ‘not hot’ destinations on your 2026 itinerary These under-the-radar European destinations are upgrading tourism for 2026 while still keeping their quiet charm. Euronews · Sep 10, 2025
These are the overlooked travel spots to escape the crowds in 2026 A Croatian island, Romanian walking trail and US national park made Intrepid Travel’s list of destinations to visit next year The Independent UK · Sep 9, 2025
The Independent UK · Jul 26, 2025 There is a Bali beyond influencer’s Instagram reels – and it’s far more beautiful The filtered version of Bali seen on social media had left Annabel Grossman with no desire to visit, but after travelling to the mountain villages to stay with a local family she discovers a very different side to the island – one that most tourists never get to experience
The Independent UK · Jul 23, 2025 Why you should visit – and stay in – Johannesburg’s Soweto TRAVEL FOCUS: Travelling through South Africa, Annabel Grossman finds that Soweto – a township often associated with crime and poverty – is worth far more than just a cursory glance, with a wealth of music, culture, history and food to be discovered
The Independent UK · Jun 24, 2025 Why travellers should leave city breaks behind to slow down on Sweden’s islands this summer Looking for a respite from London, Natalie Wilson swapped bikes and city lights for seaweed and saunas on Sweden’s lesser trodden archipelago
The Independent UK · Jun 14, 2025 Meet Ghana’s fantasy coffin makers: A glimpse into a joy-filled funeral culture Ghana’s celebratory approach to death has birthed a deeply creative approach to coffin-making. Tamara Davison admires the handiwork in Accra
Euronews · May 3, 2025 Why are more private equity companies entering the travel sector? Private equity companies are increasingly showing an interest in hotels, resorts and restaurants, in an attempt to convert them into higher-performing assets for a successful exit.
The Independent UK · Oct 18, 2024 Should I cancel my Middle East holiday? A drop in tourism is the last thing the region needs Travel companies are reporting a slump in bookings to popular tourist destinations – for countries like Egypt and Jordan, the impact can be devastating
Evening Standard · Sep 23, 2024 Come travel with us, sustainably! Listen to The Standard podcast Our award-winning Sustainable Travel podcast series is back, inviting you to see more of the world in a way that's better for the places and people we visit — starting with this week's impact-unlocking adventure in Vietnam
The Independent UK · Sep 12, 2024 80% of tourists visit the same 10% of places – these are the spots to go to instead Which countries deserve a higher number of travellers visiting their overlooked destinations in 2025?
The Guardian - UK · Jun 22, 2024 How ‘shoulder season’ became the new popular time for tourists Travelling between seasons is more popular than ever, as tourists try to avoid extreme heat and beat the crowds
The Guardian - UK · Jun 22, 2024 ‘It’s like stepping back in time’: an eco-tour across the wilds of Albania With glorious national parks and a traditional way of life, the Balkan country shows how green travel can benefit locals and visitors alike
International Business Times UK · May 29, 2024 Combating Loneliness: How Small Group Travel is Helping Millennials and Gen Z Connect and Thrive Young people are keen to partake in small group adventures so they can share experiences with others and prevent loneliness from negatively affecting them.