Travellers looking for sunshine without spending a fortune have plenty of options this winter. A new report has ranked the best-value winter sun destinations for 2026 by comparing the prices of everyday holiday purchases. The Post Office Travel Money Winter Sun Report 2026 examined 24 destinations. It compared the cost of common items and experiences,… Continue reading Best-Value Winter Sun Destinations for 2026
The Waverley paddle steamer is celebrating a major milestone this October. The historic vessel will mark 80 years since its launch with special cruises along London’s River Thames. Tourists will have the chance to experience the world’s last seagoing paddle steam vessel while celebrating its remarkable maritime history. Waverley Paddle Steamer Celebrates 80 Years The… Continue reading Waverley Paddle Steamer Turns 80 on the River Thames
Spain is preparing for another record year in tourism, with around 100 million international visitors expected in 2026. However, the country is also facing growing concerns about overtourism and pressure on popular destinations. Under its Spain Tourism 2030 strategy, the government plans to make residents and sustainability central to the next stage of tourism growth.… Continue reading Spain Tourism 2030 Puts Residents First
Aman is preparing to open its first hotel in the Maldives, with Amanolu scheduled to welcome its first guests in 2028. The new resort will sit in the secluded Vaavu Atoll and will feature just 52 rooms. It will also include 16 private Aman-branded residences, each designed to offer a high level of privacy. Amanolu… Continue reading Aman Maldives Resort Amanolu to Open in 2028
Lisbon has been named the world’s happiest travel destination in a new global survey. The Portuguese capital topped the Holiday Happiness Index after researchers assessed 47 cities using several wellbeing-related factors. The ranking, produced by BookRetreats, examined sunlight, healthy food, sleep quality, physical activity and access to nature. Researchers also considered how easy it is… Continue reading World’s Happiest Travel Destination: Lisbon Tops Global Ranking
Travellers looking for sunshine after summer have plenty of options across Europe. A new ranking has highlighted 10 destinations that could offer warm weather and relatively low rainfall during the autumn months. Interest in autumn travel is also rising. Google searches for “October holiday” reached around 80,000 over the past month, an increase of 28%… Continue reading Warm Autumn Holiday Europe: 10 Sunny Destinations
Japan is famous for its clean streets, but visitors often notice something surprising: public rubbish bins can be extremely difficult to find. Tourists in Tokyo may spend hours carrying empty coffee cups, food wrappers and bottles while searching for somewhere to dispose of them. The contrast can seem strange in a country known for its… Continue reading Japan Public Rubbish Bins: Why Are They So Rare?
The Al Fahidi Fort reopening will give visitors a new way to explore Dubai’s history after the landmark spent five years closed for an extensive restoration. Dubai Culture and Arts Authority officials say the historic fort is expected to welcome visitors again in the coming weeks or months. Located beside Dubai Creek in the Al… Continue reading Al Fahidi Fort Reopening Brings Old Dubai Back
The Eric Idle Provence story began in 1972, when the Monty Python star bought a small shack in southern France and slowly turned it into a peaceful refuge from fame. At the time, Idle was becoming increasingly well known through Monty Python. Yet Provence offered something London could not: privacy, quiet and space to write.… Continue reading Eric Idle Provence: 55 Years Away From Fame
The Ambergris Cay Private Island Resort offers travelers a rare combination of natural beauty, privacy and understated luxury. Located in the Turks and Caicos Islands, the private retreat sits far from the crowds of larger Caribbean destinations. The Turks and Caicos archipelago includes more than 40 islands and cays. The region is known for clear… Continue reading Ambergris Cay Private Island Resort: Caribbean Luxury
