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Rebecca Ann Hughes

Moments

Why Sweden is offering free stays in a silent forest cabin

Visit Skåne launched its Stay Quiet campaign as a response to noise pollution.

Travel News

Luxury night buses with lie-flat seats have landed in Europe

The 21 seats have been modelled on those found in business class on planes.

Destinations

Inside the world’s tallest hotel, which has just opened in Dubai

All the rooms have floor-to-ceiling windows to take advantage of the panoramic vistas.

Moments

How Sardinia is luring foreigners to its depopulated villages

In the last few years, its remote communities have launched various schemes in the hope of bolstering their dwindling populations and sagging economies.

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Culture news

London museum exhibits never-before-seen Wes Anderson props

On display are dozens of objects from Anderson’s personal archives, many of which are showcased for the first time in Britain.

Art

Frida Kahlo self-portrait shatters auction record for female artists

In its catalogue note, Sotheby’s said the painting “offers a spectral meditation on the porous boundary between sleep and death.”

Culture news

Prime Wimbledon seats exempt from UK ticket resale crackdown

Ticket touting has become increasingly sophisticated in recent years, according to the UK government. New measures, however, to restrict the illegal practice won't apply to Britain's most famously expensive tennis championship, Wimbledon.

Art

Children are better at creating Jackson Pollock paintings, study finds

A new study has found that Pollock’s style is hard for adults to replicate, whereas children find it… child’s play.

Travel News

UK’s ETA visa waiver: How to apply and avoid scam sites

To obtain the £16 (€19) visa waiver, travellers need to complete an online process via official UK government channels.

Travel News

Portugal says Ryanair cannot refuse paper boarding passes

As of Wednesday 12 November, Ryanair passengers are required to have their boarding pass in digital format on their myRyanair app.

Travel News

Will US flights be back to normal in time for Thanksgiving?

An estimated 5.2 million passengers have been affected by staffing-related delays or cancellations since the government shutdown began on 1 October.

Lifestyle

GPHG 2025: Breguet takes home top prize at Oscars of Watchmaking

The astonishing mastery and exquisite skill that defines the industry once again took the spotlight as 90 watches and clocks vied for coveted prizes.

Lifestyle

GPHG: 25-years and counting, historic awards await world watchmakers

Each year, the world's finest timepieces are celebrated at the Grand Prix d’Horlogerie de Genève (GPHG) award ceremony, which is marking its 25th anniversary in November.

Travel News

Italy flights face disruption on Friday as easyJet and Volotea strike

EasyJet and Volotea flights are likely to be hit by delays and cancellations during the period of industrial action.

Travel News

Dover delays EES border checks until 2026 to avoid Christmas chaos

Authorities say “significant progress” has been made to streamline new digital border checks and minimise disruption for travellers.

Moments

How to take an epic no-fly trip around Scandinavia by bus and train

Scandinavia is one of Europe’s most expensive destinations, but choosing the right transport can mean considerable savings.

Travel News

Britain’s biggest budget airline celebrates 30th anniversary

EasyJet has marked the 30th anniversary of its first flight by operating another on the same route, staffed entirely by crew turning 30 this month.

Travel News

Ryanair will only accept digital boarding passes starting this week

The move has raised concerns about elderly passengers who may not own or be comfortable using a smartphone.

Moments

Emirates is using AI to help avoid severe turbulence on flights

Given that experts say climate change is making the skies bumpier, airlines are looking for ways to ensure passengers’ safety and comfort.

Residences

How hospitality experts decide which are the world’s 50 best hotels

The 50 Best brand has gained a reputation for credibility and impartiality because it is transparent about how its rankings are generated.

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