Travel News The world’s best destinations for ‘dusking’ trips 'Dusking', the trend encouraging people to slow down and watch the sunset, is taking off, and a new ranking has revealed the world’s best destinations to experience it, from Santorini and Bali to the Amalfi Coast and the Maldives. 18/05/2026
Destinations Portugal launches app for hidden river beaches The free River Beaches app maps more than 130 inland swimming spots across Portugal, as travellers increasingly swap crowded coastal resorts for quieter freshwater escapes in mountains and forests. 17/05/2026
Destinations The world’s best places for cold-water dips revealed Travellers are ditching heated pools for icy lakes and wild swims, as a new global ranking reveals the world’s most invigorating cold-water destinations. 17/05/2026
Travel News Europe shut out of world’s best airline rankings Asian and Middle Eastern carriers have once again dominated Skytrax’s prestigious 5-star airline rankings, with no European airline earning a place among the world’s top-rated operators. 15/05/2026
Destinations Revealed: The world’s best walking cities Rome, Madrid and Budapest are among the European hotspots leading a new global ranking of the best cities to explore on foot, while destinations across Asia and Latin America rapidly climb the list. 15/05/2026
Travel News Italy gains 14 new Blue Flag beaches: Here's where to go in 2026 There are now 525 award-winning beaches, with Liguria in the lead and growth in Calabria, Puglia and Sicily. 15/05/2026
Destinations From London to Athens: Europe’s best cities for day trips revealed New research has revealed the European cities that travellers most frequently use as bases for day trips, from London escapes to Stonehenge and Bath to island visits from Athens and wine tours from Florence. 15/05/2026
Travel News US waives $15,000 visa bond fees for some World Cup fans The Trump administration is suspending controversial visa bond payments of up to $15,000 (€12,800) for some World Cup supporters travelling to the US after concerns the rules could damage attendance at the 2026 tournament. 14/05/2026
Travel News How to travel to Spain without taking a plane as flight prices soar Tension in the Strait of Hormuz is making jet fuel more expensive and has put air travel in a bind. Now a new debate has arisen: how you can travel to Spain without a plane. We analyse and note all the options available. 14/05/2026
Grand Voyager Grand Voyager | Exploring Cape Town In partnership with Media City From rich history and coastal wildlife to art and ocean adventure, Cape Town is a fascinating city. Join Lilly Douse as she encounters penguins, journeys to the Cape of Good Hope, and uncovers the creativity and flavours of land and sea. 13/05/2026
Silk Road Adventures How music and craftsmanship keep traditions alive today In partnership with Center for the Production of Content for Mass Media under the Administration of the President of the Republic of Uzbekistan From workshops to oral traditions, music continues to connect generations through instruments, performance and cultural heritage. 12/05/2026
Culture news Beatles to open immersive experience at iconic London headquarters The Beatles are returning to one of their most iconic locations with a new seven-floor fan experience set inside their former Savile Row headquarters in central London. 11/05/2026
Travel News These are all the 2026 travel trends to know about From seeking out silence to letting your roots dictate your destinations, here are the trends that will dominate the headlines in the coming months. 11/05/2026
Partner content Sun, Sea and Sport: Why the Valencia Region Is Europe's Ultimate Sports Destination Partner content presented by Region of Valencia Most people who visit the Valencia region come for the food or the culture. A growing number are staying for the sport. 11/05/2026
Destinations Liverpool beyond The Beatles: Why now is the time to visit From a new music heritage trail to a summer packed with live gigs and easy escapes, Liverpool offers a mix of culture, coastline and contemporary energy. 11/05/2026
Travel News Europe is home to some of the world's longest pedestrian walkways Some of the world's longest pedestrian suspension bridges are not in Asia, but Germany, Hungary and the Czech Republic. Here's a list of these spectacular, world-breaking structures and where to find them. 10/05/2026
Travel News Dublin to Belfast rail journeys set for major speed boost A major investment in the Enterprise rail service will bring new trains, faster journey times and more frequent departures between Dublin and Belfast, with the upgraded cross-border route set to launch by 2028. 08/05/2026
Travel News Africa challenges Europe and Asia in global tourism race The war in the Middle East is shaking up the global tourism map. While some destinations are losing ground, Africa is emerging strongly as the new player in the sector. 08/05/2026
Moments The world’s most beautiful spas, ranked by eye-tracking research A novel eye-tracking study has revealed the world’s most visually striking spas, showing how setting and design can shape the way we relax just as much as the treatments themselves. 08/05/2026
Residences Luxury brand Nobu heads to the English countryside Nobu is launching its first UK countryside retreat, bringing a hotel, spa, restaurant and branded residences to rural Rutland in a major shift away from its usual city-centre hotspots. 07/05/2026