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Tourists are slowly returning to war-torn Libya after over a decade

Over the last two years, Libya has been making a deliberate push to attract international tourism.

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Why these one-of-a-kind saunas should be your 2026 itinerary

"The Nordics are redefining wellness in ways that feel both ancient and thrillingly modern,” says Off the Map Travel.

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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.

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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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The quiet coastline where Italians in-the-know holiday

Even in the height of summer peak season, Maratea is a dreamy oasis of tranquillity and slow living, devoid of crowds.

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Deadly blaze tears through hotel in Kolkata, killing at least 14

At least 14 people have died after a fire swept through a hotel in central Kolkata, eastern India, police confirmed on Wednesday.

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Inside Italy’s crackdown on fake hotel and restaurant reviews

Italy’s new rules aim to tackle both mistaken and malicious reviews by requiring proof of a visit and banning incentives for positive comments.

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For laid-back luxury and fewer crowds, stay in Hanoi's French Quarter

With wide boulevards and a lake, the French Quarter provides a little more breathing space than the Old Quarter.

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I found crowd-free onsen and artisan masters in Japan’s Gifu province

It is now easier to reach Gifu prefecture from Europe with direct flights from Helsinki to Nagoya.

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At least 76 dead after fire engulfed a ski resort in northwest Turkey

Nine people detained as part of an investigation Turkey is conducting after a fire broke out at a popular ski resort killing at least 76 people.

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LA wildfire victims offered free Airbnbs and discounted hotels

Dozens of hospitality and tourism businesses are offering their support to residents and travellers forced to flee from fire-impacted areas.

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Budget won’t stretch to a high-end hotel? Try hurkle-durkling at home

Hurkle-durkling is the practice of lounging in bed until late, hunkered down amongst warm covers.

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From gites to gasthofe: 6 traditional accommodation options in Europe

Make your accommodation not just a place to sleep but a fundamental part of your European holiday experience.

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Spanish hotels to collect more personal data from tourists from today

Hotels and other tourism operators will have to collect and report over 40 pieces of information for accommodation bookings and over 60 for car rental bookings.

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Too expensive? Dubai wants to debunk tourists’ ‘misconceptions’

The tourism board is aiming to make Dubai one of the best cities in the world to live in and visit by 2033.

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Ban on new hotels in Bali as overtourism threatens

Last month, tourism minister Sandiaga Uno warned that the situation in south Bali was verging on overtourism.

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Dream holiday: Catching up on sleep is now a popular reason to travel

A recent survey found that 39 per cent of Brits ranked rest and relaxation top of their holiday requirements this year.

Residences

From live cooking to AI: How hotels are reducing food waste

Seeing masses of food being thrown away at the end of a buffet breakfast led me to investigate hotel food waste.

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Saudi Arabia: Why you should visit Jeddah in 2024

The Jeddah Historic District programme will see the restoration of some 600 historic properties for residential, tourism and business purposes.

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Amsterdam bans new hotels in latest measure to curb mass tourism

The Dutch city is also limiting the number of overnight stays by tourists.