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Five reasons to visit the Balearic Islands

Turquoise waters, white sand beaches and UNESCO protected landscapes; discover the natural beauty of this stunning Spanish archipelago

The Independent UK · Sep 6, 2024

Create the holiday experience of your dreams with these exclusive destinations, hotels and products

There’s a lot of pressure that comes with planning a getaway, especially one for the whole family. But with these incredible resorts, providers and products, you can rest assured that you’ve made the right choice.

The Independent UK · Sep 4, 2024

Merry and bright: Christmas markets to enjoy in Europe

Traditional foods, cosy lights and family fun make festive markets across Belgium, Germany, Poland and the Netherlands a surefire bet this winter

The Guardian - UK · Sep 3, 2024

Tourists taking part in ‘Temple Run challenge’ at historic Cambodian Unesco site receive backlash

Conservationists and academics have condemned the trend as a ‘disaster waiting to happen’

The Independent UK · Aug 29, 2024

Jordan: Petra's tourism authority cracks down on Bedouin cave dwellers

One of the Seven Wonders of the World, the ancient city of Petra in Jordan welcomes several hundred thousand tourists each year. It dates back to 300 BC and has been a UNESCO World Heritage Site since 1985. For centuries, Bedouins have inhabited its caves, but many have recently been…

France 24 · Aug 29, 2024

The Unesco World Heritage sites most at risk from climate change – and four are in the UK

Forth Bridge and St Kilda are among the UK heritage sites that are most at risk of being impacted by climate change

The Independent UK · Aug 28, 2024

2,734 metres above the sea, a Northern Italian hotel ensures peak happiness

Designed by Senoner Tammerle Architekten, hotel Santnerpass Hütte offers the perfect off-grid retreat amid a Unesco-protected landscape

Wallpaper · Aug 27, 2024

The Mediterranean diet is all the rage because it represents a way of life we’ve lost

The promise of a long, healthy, happy existence living an active, community-based lifestyle under warm, sunny skies may be within reach. In fact, it could be on your table.

The Conversation · Aug 26, 2024

Arms company drops plan to test bombs at Scottish world heritage site

Firm says it had no idea proposed test site on Lib Dem peer’s land included part of Strathmore peatlands in Flow Country

The Guardian - UK · Aug 23, 2024

Strategy launched to help refugees and asylum seekers settle in Scotland

A CELEBRATION of the unveiling of a strategy aimed at supporting refugees and people seeking asylum with settling into their new communities in…

The National (Scotland) · Aug 19, 2024