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Dozens of whales die after becoming stranded on Scottish island

Investigators face race against time to find out what happened in what's believed to be the UK's worst fatal mass stranding.

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Naked tourists prompt mountain-climbing ban in Bali

The popular Indonesian island is cracking down on badly behaved tourists.

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How to escape the crowds on wild eastern Crete

While tourists tend to favour the west of Crete, the eastern side offers farm-to-fork experiences, wild hikes and boat trips on traditional fishing caïques.

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Ireland is paying people €80,000 to save a remote island home

The generous cash grants are being offered as a way of encouraging new residents to Ireland’s offshore communities.

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Hawaii's plans to introduce new tourist tax rejected by lawmakers

Hawaii hoped to introduce a conservation fee as tourists harass wildlife, bring invasive species and damage coral.

Travel News

How to get paid €5,000 to move to a blissful Sicilian town

Petralia Soprana, perched on a high ridge, is designated one of the most beautiful villages in Italy.

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Escape to these small Italian islands this Easter

Venture beyond Sicily and Sardinia to discover volcanic mud baths and pastel ports.

Destinations

Why India’s islands are the perfect place to recharge and relax

Did you know that India has more than 1,200 islands?

Nature

Island effect: Why giant and dwarf species find it harder to survive

The dodo is a well-known example of a phenomenon referred to as the ‘island effect.’

Destinations

Scotland’s northernmost Shetland Islands dazzle, even in winter

These wind and sea-battered islands are just the tonic for adventurous souls, as David Attenborough's new Wild Isles shows.

Destinations

Iceland, Spain and Portugal: These are Europe’s best beaches

Several of Europe’s beaches ranked in the overall top 10 in the world.

Scenes

Meet the football team floating to success in Thailand

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There is not enough space on the Island, so we had to build a football pitch in the middle of the sea.

Earth News

Record number of dead whales wash up on Cyprus shores

Seismic vibrations from the recent earthquakes in Turkey and Syria may be to blame.

Destinations

Dominican Republic is one of the top travel spots for 2023. Here's why

From dazzling beaches to mountain top eco-resorts, this Caribbean country has something for everyone.

Climate

Ischia landslide caused by climate-related extremes, experts say

The devastating mudslide that claimed at least seven lives was triggered by heavy rainfall.

Italy

Death toll climbs higher after giant mudslide in Italy

Eight people have been found dead after a wave of mud and debris caused by heavy rains devastated the small town of Casamicciola Terme on the island off Naples.

Italy

'One dead, 10 missing' after heavy rain causes landslide on Ischia

Buildings are said to have been engulfed by mud and water in Casamicciola Terme, following torrential rain on the island some 30 kilometres from Naples.

Destinations

Explore the Pelješac peninsula for a fresh look at Croatia

Croatia’s new €420 million bridge has finally connected the mainland to the Pelješac peninsula, here’s what you should do when you visit.

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Seychelles: The eco-friendly islands with 12 hours of sunshine per day

Home to just 90,000 people, the 115 islands of Seychelles are at the forefront of the climate crisis.

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Europe's best kept secret islands to get away from the crowds

Some of Europe’s most popular island destinations are overrun with tourists. Have a quieter and more relaxing holiday on one of these little-known alternatives.