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Where to find your perfect Greece holiday destination – for every type of traveller

There are hundreds of beach-strewn islands to explore and ancient history at almost every turn

The Independent UK · Jun 18, 2025

Why is a friendship breakdown so much worse than a romantic break-up?

The rift between former BFFs Penelope (Nicola Coughlan) and Eloise (Claudia Jessie) in the Netflix smash ‘Bridgerton’ reminded Lucy Thackray of her own estrangement from a close friend – and the unique pain of losing touch with a platonic bestie

The Independent UK · May 24, 2024

Hanging with baby gorillas at Rwanda’s annual newborn-naming ceremony

Four decades after poaching decimated its mountain gorilla population, Rwanda is a conservation success story – with locals more engaged than ever in the fight to protect these gentle giants, writes Lucy Thackray

The Independent UK · Sep 26, 2023

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Why wild, beautiful Milos should be your next Greek island stop

Seen Santorini? Meh about Mykonos? Then this more rugged, less developed Cycladic island is bang on trend for your next adventure, says Lucy Thackray

The Independent UK · Aug 22, 2023

Where to eat, sleep and shop in the Lower East Side, New York City

Gentrification has come thick and fast for the Big Apple’s Lower East Side, creating a booming nightlife, exceptional dining scene and thriving indie stores, but this area has managed to keep hold of its roots, as Lucy Thackray discovers

The Independent UK · Jul 3, 2023

The perfect holiday destinations in Greece for every type of traveller

There are hundreds of beach-strewn islands to explore and ancient history at almost every turn

The Independent UK · May 25, 2023

The six best Greece holiday destinations and when to travel there

With hundreds of beach-strewn islands to explore, a fascinating capital and vestiges of its ancient history to discover at every turn, it’s no wonder Greece is such a popular tourist hotspot. Here’s where and when to go for an unbeatable experience

The Independent UK · May 24, 2023

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Greece island hopping: A guide to the best routes and how to explore Greek culture

With 227 inhabited islands in total and six main island regions, Greece offers almost too much choice. Lucy Thackray lays out some of the best routes to help you plan your next island-hopping adventure

The Independent UK · May 23, 2023

Off-season Croatia: why you should head to the holiday hotspot before summer hits

As one of the Mediterranean’s most beautiful spots and also one of its most prestigious filming locations, Dubrovnik, with its surrounding bays and islands, is no secret. Get there before or after peak summer to find it at its most serene, says Lucy Thackray

The Independent UK · May 10, 2023

Miami city guide: Where to stay, eat, drink and shop in Florida’s high-living city

Art Deco architecture and days of sunshine make Miami the ultimate US city break destination, says Lucy Thackray

The Independent UK · Apr 13, 2023

How to explore Wynwood, Miami’s coolest neighbourhood

For a bright, bold art fix along with taquerias, sushi joints and rooftop cocktail bars, Wynwood is worth a couple of nights of your time in Florida’s flashiest city, says Lucy Thackray

The Independent UK · Mar 14, 2023

The great plane seat debate: To recline or not to recline?

We tackle the most controversial issue in air travel etiquette

The Independent UK · Nov 11, 2022

Travel Smart: Independent launches new travel show for all the latest holiday inspiration and information

We dive into reader questions, share our top tips and recommend the hottest destinations

The Independent UK · Nov 1, 2022

Why Puglia makes a great off-season Italian escape

The ‘heel of the boot’ is having a moment in fashion, luxury and social media alike. Lucy Thackray heads south to see what all the fuss is about

The Independent UK · Oct 31, 2022

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The Independent UK · Sep 6, 2022

Local or bust: Why hotels are sourcing amenities on their doorstep

Soap made in the next town over, ceramics from local artisans, straws from your own backyard – a much-needed hyper-local mindset has made its way into the hotel industry, says Lucy Thackray

Wales Online · Aug 24, 2022

Vogue Williams challenged over podcast rant after plane passenger refused to swap seats to accommodate her family

TV personality slammed 'awful' man for being reluctant to move so she could sit with her husband and children, but others have criticised her 'sense of entitlement'

ABC News · Jun 15, 2022

Walgett parents fear for children only eligible to attend low-performing, 'violent' high school

There have been decades of serious problems and terrible outcomes at this outback town's only high school, but applications to attend other schools are being rejected.

The Independent UK · May 30, 2022

Why Syros, the ‘Cinderella of the Cyclades’, is having a moment

With a farm-to-fork food scene, faded starlet of a main port and sleepy coves for boat adventures, it’s a wonder Syros isn’t on the mainstream map of Greek islands. Lucy Thackray discovers its low-key charms

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ABC News · Mar 31, 2022

Walgett high school rapidly going 'backwards' since Connected Communities introduced, critics say

Walgett Community College, infamous for violence and relentless staff turnover, has gone backwards at a "great rate of knots" since the very program designed to fix the problems was introduced, community members say.

ABC News · Mar 22, 2022

Walgett Community College has been notoriously violent for years. Why hasn't that changed?

Walgett Community College is so notorious there are social media pages dedicated to cataloguing the routine violence that occurs within its walls. After 10 years of chaos, parents and students want to know why the problems aren't being fixed.

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