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Mike Starling

Residences

Octola III: Arctic ultra-luxury at Lapland's invitation-only retreat

Opening in December, this private lodge accommodates just six guests and access is granted exclusively through an invitation-only waiting list.

Moments

Explore more of the Balkans on the Golden Eagle Danube Express

Golden Eagle Luxury Trains has refreshed its ‘Balkan Explorer’ rail route with an overnight stay in Belgrade, new Croatian stops and extended time in Bosnia and Herzegovina.

Destinations

Travelling to Zanzibar? Here’s what visitors need to know

Tanzania's island paradise has emerged as one of the Indian Ocean's fastest-growing travel destinations.

Moments

Tired of jet lag? Experts share their top tips for travel recovery

Jet lag can derail any trip, but experts say careful planning before, during and after a flight can help travellers adjust more quickly.

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Sport

England’s captain fantastic: Kane praised for a ‘complete performance’

The Bayern Munich striker scored twice as the Three Lions beat Croatia 4-2 in their World Cup group L opening fixture.

Travel News

The world's longest non-stop flight is set for take off in 2027

Qantas’s long-awaited ‘Project Sunrise’ will see the world's longest non-stop passenger flight cover more than 16,000 kilometres between 19 and 22 hours.

Residences

Waldorf Astoria to open in London's iconic Admiralty Arch this autumn

Located on The Mall, the restored Grade I-listed landmark has been transformed into a luxury hotel with 114 rooms and suites, a spa, and two signature restaurants.

Residences

These European hotels have been included in a new hall of fame list

From Paris and Monte Carlo to Lake Como and St Moritz, nine of Europe's most iconic luxury hotels have earned places in Esquire's Hotel Hall of Fame.

Travel News

New fleet of electric hydrofoil boats to be deployed in the Maldives

The Maldives will introduce up to 100 electric hydrofoil boats, promising smoother and more sustainable transfers between its islands.

Destinations

‘Coolcations’ in Europe: New index reveals where to escape the heat

A new summer heat escape index has ranked Europe's coolest destinations for summer travel in 2026, with Iceland, Finland and Norway leading the way.

Travel News

Direct trains restart from Bucharest to Istanbul, Sofia and Varna

Romania's national railway has relaunched daily direct summer trains from Bucharest to destinations in Türkiye and Bulgaria, with fares starting from €27.

Travel News

Greece, Spain and Italy drive surge in summer travel demand

New data shows that Southern Europe is the fastest-growing tourism region this summer, as travellers look towards destinations that feel ‘closer, more familiar and more accessible’, amid geopolitical uncertainty and aviation disruption.

Travel News

New Brussels-Strasbourg-Basel rail link trial planned for 2027

Rail operators will test a new TGV INOUI service linking Brussels, Strasbourg and Basel from July 2027, improving cross-border rail connections and offering new alternatives to air travel.

Destinations

Guadalajara: A World Cup host city travel guide

Mexico's second-largest city is hosting its third men's World Cup after previously staging matches in 1970 and 1986.

Destinations

Toronto: A World Cup host city travel guide

Canada's largest city will host six World Cup matches, including the co-host nation’s opening fixture.

Destinations

Philadelphia: A World Cup host city travel guide

Philadelphia will host five World Cup group games as well as a Round of 16 clash on 4 July – exactly 250 years after the Declaration of Independence was signed in the historic city.

Destinations

Vancouver: A World Cup host city travel guide

BC Place in downtown Vancouver will host seven World Cup fixtures – including two of Canada's group games.

Travel News

France unveils 33 ‘palaces’ for 2026 as six new hotels join elite list

The latest collection of palace hotels have been revealed, with six properties joining France’s most exclusive hospitality club.

Destinations

Seattle: A World Cup host city travel guide

Known as the Emerald City, Seattle will host World Cup games for the first time - including the USA's second group D fixture.

Destinations

San Francisco Bay Area: A World Cup host travel guide

Levi’s Stadium in Santa Clara will host six fixtures during the World Cup – five group-stage games and a Round of 32 clash.

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