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Why are these French towns refusing to host the Olympic torch in 2024?

These French towns say the exposure of hosting the Olympic flame is not worth the bother - or the cost.

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How 'white saviourism' gets you famous on TikTok

What is the 'white saviour complex' and why is it so damaging?

Experiences

Spanish ‘ghost village’ re-emerges after 30 years underwater

The village of Aceredo has been underwater for the past three decades. But after Spain’s driest winter on record, an eerie tourist destination has emerged from a desolate reservoir.

Destinations

Night owl? These are the 6 cities that never sleep

Whether you want to eat at midnight or dance until dawn, these are the best cities for club and bar hopping.

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Experiences

Watch horse-drawn sleighs glide across this magical Turkish lake

Sleigh rides, javelin throwing and traditional dancing are just some of the activities available to tourists at Turkey’s Lake Çıldır - a stunning region where culture and tourism intertwine

Destinations

These are the 7 best destinations for solo travel around the world

Many of us are ready to get out there and explore the world again but not everyone wants to wait for their family or friends to tag along.

Destinations

Venice partygoers swap COVID masks for carnival outfits

Three years since the last Venice Carnival, revellers swapped their surgical masks for carnival ones and took to the streets.

Destinations

This is how Brazil's biggest tourist hotspot got swallowed by the sea

Where once holidaymakers came in their droves, now only vultures roam the beaches of Atafona - a former Brazilian resort that is soon to be washed into the sea

Destinations

Istanbul is the perfect solo getaway to escape Valentine’s Day

Want to forget about Valentine’s and live your best single life? Istanbul might just be the place for you.

Destinations

Guatemala: Visit the megadiverse country with 360 microclimates

Guatemala is perfect for outdoorsy types with a sense of adventure.

Art

First exhibition dedicated to Van Gogh's self-portraits hits London

The show at London's Courtauld Gallery will present some of the Dutch artist's self-portraits for the very first time.

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Mexican village, home to thousands of migrating pelicans, hopes to attract tourists

Every winter, the Mexican village of Petatan welcomes thousands of migrating pelicans from Canada. Now it wants to see tourists arriving who could help the village get out of the crisis caused by the Covid-19 pandemic.

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Colombia's upside-down house, new tourist hotspot

Guatavita's 'Casa Loca' is a construction on the outskirts of Bogotá that has become the new Colombian tourist sensation.

Destinations

Madrid: Why the Spanish capital is a foodie's paradise

With glorious tapas and a buzzing art scene, there are more reasons than ever to visit Madrid.

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Rwanda the 6th safest country for solo travellers, new survey finds

Safety while travelling on your own can be a big concern but a new ranking has listed the countries where you won’t have to worry.

Adventures

Discover Bansko Bulgaria, a top winter sports destination for 2022

In partnership with Bulgaria Travel

With breathtaking landscapes, magnificent slopes and plenty of activities on offer, in this week's Adventures we go to Bansko, one of Bulgaria's top snow-capped destinations.

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In Turkey, long-awaited snow covers Istanbul

Residents and tourists take the opportunity to go for a winter walk out and take pictures of the delicate white blanket covering the historical city of Istanbul

Experiences

This Guatemalan city lives in the shadow of an erupting volcano

After the end of harsh lockdown restrictions, this former colonial capital is enjoying a boom in tourism

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Where can Americans travel to in Europe right now?

These are all the European countries where American citizens are welcome right now.

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Dubai: A new global hub for cruise shipping

Partner content presented by Department of Tourism and Commerce Marketing Dubai

We are at Port Rashid for the launch of one of the world’s biggest cruise ships and take a look at the newly built Dubai Harbour Cruise Terminal.