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In pictures: the best images from this week's news stories

This week's news stories in a selection of images

06/03/2020

Green News

Would you take the train on holiday for extra days off?

It's the new workplace trend.

31/01/2020

Destinations

Think flying is the carbon-heavy part of your holiday? Think again.

All-inclusive European holidays could emit more greenhouse gases through your food than your flights.

15/01/2020

Spain

Names released of UK family who drowned in Costa del Sol pool

Diya and his two children drowned on Christmas Eve while on a family holiday in Spain.

26/12/2019

Destinations

Seven staycation destinations owned by Europe's royal families

Many royals opt to spend the summer in their own country retreats to get away from the limelight.

07/11/2019

Destinations

The home of Downton Abbey is on Airbnb

For one night only, lucky holidaymakers will be waited on by a butler and live in the castle's 300 rooms.

20/10/2019

World

Thomas Cook collapse: businesses and employees in Crete in limbo

Businesses and tourism workers across Europe are feeling the shockwaves of Thomas Cook's collapse. In Greece, people working for the company's hotels fear they will not get paid. Today, the UK Civil Aviation Authority announced over 16,000 holidaymakers will be flying back to the country.

25/09/2019

Destinations

I was enchanted by the car-free Greek island of Spetses

Navigable by electric bike, this historic island is full of charm, from its picturesque Old Harbour to hidden beaches where pines reach the water.

22/09/2019

Green News

These holiday destinations need your help cleaning the beaches

We explore how the plastic crisis is affecting beautiful places such as Bali, Thailand and Vietnam and what you can do to save their shorelines.

11/08/2019

Green News

Our East London City Cycling Guide

Taking in a new city is all the more fun - and eco friendly - on wheels. We took to the saddle and biked around East London.

04/08/2019

Green News

Plane shaming is real: 5 people travelling the world by rail and road

We spoke to five people who went against the trend and chose to swap planes and cars for bikes and trains.

31/07/2019

Cyprus

Cyprus police arrest British woman for ‘false rape’ claim

All initially accused Israelis freed after Cypriot authorities arrested 19-year-old British woman who claimed she was raped on suspicion of a false allegation.

29/07/2019

Green News

How to have a flying free holiday and reconnect with nature

We investigate why no-fly holidays in the countryside are good for the planet and your mental health.

24/07/2019

United Kingdom

Airline fines woman €94,000 for abusive in-flight behaviour

Her catalogue of aggressive, abusive and dangerous behaviour included trying to open the aircraft's doors during the flight, the airline claimed.

18/07/2019

Destinations

Our City Guide to Lille, France

Looking for a city break? Follow our guide to discover the restaurants, hotels and galleries that will enrich your trip.

01/07/2019

World News

School's out: Which European pupils have the longest summer holidays?

Certain countries, such as France, have opted to fix holiday dates for all students (from July 6 to September 2), whereas Germany, Austria and the UK stagger dates across regions.

26/06/2019

Living

5 Mens swimwear brands that are leading the way in sustainability

A selection of eco minded swimwear brands that will not cost the planet.

20/06/2019

Green News

6 items to pack in your suitcase for a sustainable beach holiday

We consider the items you can take on your relaxing beach holiday to reduce your environmental impact.

20/06/2019

Green News

Today is World Oceans Day, what are you doing about plastic pollution?

Celebrate this important day with our guide on what you can do to reduce your plastic footprint on the earth.

08/06/2019

Green News

Top 6 spectacular mountain huts

From full-service refuges to minimalist structures.

24/05/2019