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14 things Brits living in the US miss most about the UK

17 most memorable country music one-hit wonders

Flip through the gallery for 17 of country's most memorable one-hit wonders, from '90s classics like "Should've Asked Her Faster" to temporarily forgotten favorites like "I Loved Her First" and "Don't Get Me Started."

Moment US Naval Academy freshmen reach top of greasy Herndon Monument

Moment US Naval Academy freshmen reach top of greasy Herndon Monument -

Feds warn Boeing of criminal charges after airliner ‘failed ‘ to improve plane safety following 737 crashes

Feds warn Boeing of criminal charges after airliner ‘failed ‘ to improve plane safety following 737 crashes - Families of the victims of the two deadly plane crashes are hoping that this will be a ‘positive first step’ in holding Boeing accountable

24 things you probably didn't know about the world's most luxurious cruises

We’ve got the lowdown on the world’s most luxurious cruise sailings, whether it’s expedition ship-based explorations of the Arctic or Champagne-soaked floats around the Caribbean.

How many countries can you visit in one day?

It can be quite an appealing idea to break a world record, and to know that you are the only one in the world to have achieved something so far. According to Swiss travelers Cédric Waldburger and Rainer-Marc Frey, this feeling is truly monumental! On August 23, 2022, the duo broke the record for the most number of countries visited in 24 hours. Their journey was documented on Waldburger’s YouTube channel and, according to them, it is a feat that can only be done in the European continent. Intrigued? Click through this gallery and join us as we follow the route that these record-breaking travelers took in 2022.

Visa waivers propel South Africa's tourism sector with 2.4 million visitors

Visa waivers for travellers from Kenya and Ghana have catalysed a remarkable 15.4% increase in international tourist numbers to South Africa, with African nations leading the charge.

Mesmerising, magical and crowd-free: Why you should travel in winter

It is often referred to as the off-season, but the cool winter months can deliver a travel bonus of fewer crowds, cosy settings and the best deals of the year.

The Most Beautiful Places in All 50 States

An American-made must-see list.

The most haunted castles in Europe

Europe is peppered with ancient castles, many of them wonderfully fairy-tale in appearance. Others, however, are possessed of a more mystical appeal, with some hiding dark secrets and a violent past. These are the spooky strongholds that will make you shiver, mysterious medieval seats of power where dastardly deeds took place in an atmosphere of fear and repression. Hundreds of years later, these creepy castles are scenes of ghostly goings-on where specters and phantoms tease and torment with malevolent glee. But where can you find the most frightening fortifications? Click through if you dare and get ready to be haunted!

City Lodge Hotels' Clifford Ross inducted into FEDHASA Hall of Fame

City Lodge Hotels celebrates former CEO Clifford Ross's induction into the prestigious, inaugural Hospitality Hall of Fame by the Federated Hospitality Association of Southern Africa (FEDHASA). The award is well-deserved recognition for his remarkable contribution to the group and industry during his illustrious career.City Lodge Hotels former CEO Clifford RossFEDHASA launched the awards to honour excellence and celebrate talent and dedication...

Trump's $100m plane clipped another corporate jet at Florida airport

Donald Trump 's private Boeing 757 clipped another corporate jet while taxiing at West Palm Beach International Airport in Florida on Sunday, a source familiar with the incident said.

The history of braille in 20 points

Created by a teenage boy almost 200 years ago, one of the most recognizable tactile writing systems, braille helps give people who are blind or have low vision equal access to the written word. Let’s trace its fascinating history in the following 20 points.

#ATM2024: Airalo transforms travel connectivity

With the goal of simplifying travel connectivity, Airalo provides global travellers with affordable access to eSIM packages covering over 200 countries and regions.Tony Kaldas, partnerships director - Arabia & Africa confirmed that this was the first time Airalo had exhibited at the Arabian Travel Market in Dubai (ATM2024)."We were thrilled to have this opportunity to showcase our product and offerings to everyone," he said.Airalo allows...

30 underrated cities you need to visit, and why

Look beyond the obvious city break haunts and you’ll discover an array of under the radar cities that deserve to be on your must-visit list.

American Eagle announces store closure at San Francisco mall

American Eagle announced it is closing its doors at the former Westfield San Francisco Centre over the summer - after more than 100 security incidents were recorded from 2020-2023.

10 Famous Explorers Whose Discoveries Connected the World

From Christopher Columbus to Marco Polo, these celebrated—and controversial—explorers made groundbreaking journeys across the globe.

Where to travel based on your personality type

The Myers-Briggs personality test has been used for many years to assess people's personalities. It assesses different preferences to determine key aspects of our personality, and its results are often quite accurate. People look for different things when they travel, and these things are often influenced by their attitudes and actions in life. These influence the way they perceive the world and what they enjoy doing during a trip. An introverted person will most likely have a different approach to traveling when compared to an extroverted one, for instance. With this in mind, we've compiled a number of destinations specifically tailored for each Myers-Briggs result. If you haven't taken the test, do so to find the perfect travel destination for your bucket list! Click through the gallery and get to know the best destinations based on your personality type.

Red Lobster announces closing of nearly 100 locations across the US

Red Lobster announces closing of nearly 100 locations across the US.

More interest from Europe and MLS for Orlando Pirates star!

It is now becoming an almost impossible task for Orlando Pirates to keep one of their superstars as more overseas interest pours in.

Huge fire rips through marina at Croatian holiday hotspot

Huge fire rips through marina at Croatian holiday hotspot - A fire at a marina in Croatia has destroyed 22 boats and caused huge damage but no injuries

Long Street swimming pool reopened after maintenance work and renovations

The Recreation and Parks Department reopened the Long Street swimming pool this morning.

The 15 best beaches in Los Angeles

There's something for everyone in the City of Angels. So grab a towel, some sunscreen, and a beverage of choice, and come see what makes this the Beach Capital of the World.

What is happening with Real ID?

What is happening with Real ID? - Enforcement begins on 7 May 2025, so Americans who want to travel by air have a little less than a year to upgrade their licences

Going overseas for the first time? Here is a checklist

If you are planning on going overseas for the first time, these tips will help you avoid unnecessary hurdles.

Travel expert breaks down the 10 things you should NEVER do as tourist visiting Cancun

Dan dove into the essential need-to-knows of visiting the famed coastal destination on Mexico's Yucatán Peninsula over a rapid-fire video. The destination hosts tens of millions of visitors a year.

Absolutely incredible places to visit in Central America

Central America is generally regarded as being composed of seven countries—Guatemala, Belize, Costa Rica, El Salvador, Honduras, Panama, and Nicaragua. That's seven wonderfully compelling vacation destination options famed for stunningly varied ecosystems, culturally significant historic ruins, and some of the best beaches around. But where do you start? If this part of the world is on your must-see bucket list, click through this gallery for ideas on where to go and what to see!

Minister of Tourism says SA is working with African countries to grow tourism sector at Africa’s Travel Indaba

South African Tourism Minister Patricia de Lille highlighted that the continent is working as a united front to deal with challenges to travel and grow the sector.

Here's what's inside the $105 billion FAA bill

A new bill will keep U.S. airports operational while also adding safety measures as the industry has been rocked with near-misses and faulty planes.

Spotlight on KZN’s ecotourism potential

The ATI networking event seeks to immerse delegates in an authentic Durban experience with an event at the MSC Nelson Mandela Cruise Terminal, a talk on exploring the intersection of conservation and ecotourism, an Indaba on Tourism Investment, and a discussion by the Department of Tourism on opening up economic participation in the tourism sector.

Anti-tourism graffiti spreads across Athens in demands to end tourism

Greece issued a plea for 'no more tourism' as the stunning city - and home to iconic landmarks such as the Acropolis - is becoming increasingly swamped with British holidaymakers.

3 dead after small plane crashes in Tennessee

3 dead after small plane crashes in Tennessee - Local Tennessee officials say three people are dead after a small plane crashed on Wednesday in Williamson County

30 countries with no sign of McDonald's

Wherever you are in the world, there's usually a McDonald's nearby – unless you're in one of these countries.

Russia has discovered the world’s largest oil reserve in Antarctica

Revealed: British families could save up to £800 on a Center Parcs break... by switching their stay to a European resort

Which? compared the costs of four-night stays for a family of four at 32 Center Parcs sites across England, France, Belgium, the Netherlands and Germany.

Selfish tourist topples historic 113 year-old Death Valley tram tower

An unknown driver knocked over a historic tram tower in Death Valley, California. Officials believe they used a winch to pull their vehicle out of mud, using the tower as an 'anchor.'

German travel giant says takes overtourism 'very seriously'

German travel giant TUI said Wednesday it takes protests against overtourism, like recent demonstrations in the Canary Islands, very seriously, while arguing that its business model was not contributing to the problem.

How to: The ultimate Tassie road trip in three days

Tasmania - once considered the end of the earth and an isolated island popular among retirees.

The best places in the world to enjoy the Northern Lights (aurora borealis)

Experience the 'phygital' world at Decorex Cape Town

An exciting new concept at Decorex Cape Town, taking place from 6-9 June 2024 at CTICC, will feature room sets uniquely curated to bring emojis to life in physical form. Visitors to the show can witness the way digital meets physical as prominent local designers take inspiration from the vibrant and playful world of emojis.Image suppliedImage suppliedEmojis are so deeply embedded in our daily communications that they have found their way into...

Sewage pollutes KwaZulu-Natal’s popular south coast lagoons

None of the 19 sewage treatment plants managed by the Ugu District Municipality are properly treating sewage released into rivers and lagoons.The river that flows out to sea at Margate’s main beach is fed with up to 7-million litres of effluent per day from a failing sewage treatment plant about 1.8km upstream. Photos: Steve Kretzmann / GroundUp- At KwaZulu-Natal south coast’s most popular holiday resorts, failing sewage treatment plants are...

8 abandoned homes rescued from ruin

These abandoned mansions, homes and castles were saved from the wrecking ball and faithfully restored and renovated by their resourceful new owners

Discover the world's most romantic destinations

Where's the most romantic place in the world to propose to a loved one or spend a wonderful honeymoon? Or how about celebrating an anniversary or other special occasion? Whether you're seeking a dreamy escape to a far-flung land, or somewhere charming nearer at hand, click through the gallery for a list of made-for-romance destination ideas.

10 best places in the UK to go for a ‘tranquil’ walk

5 tips to help businesses prioritise LGBTQ+ business travellers

A 2023 survey found that 94% of LGBTQ+ global business travellers experienced discrimination, and 82% changed hotels due to safety concerns compared to just 53% of all business travellers. Here’s how your business can fix that.

Ancient giant viruses discovered in Yellowstone's Hot Springs

Researchers found giant viruses in Yellowstone Park's geothermal hot springs. The virus poses no risk to humans but could explain what the conditions on Earth were like when life formed.

These are the best luxury safari experiences in Africa

As we celebrate Africa Month this May, we look at the best luxury experiences for 2024.

The Mirage casino on Las Vegas Strip which opened in 1989 is closing

The Mirage hotel-casino which opened in 1989 in Las Vegas will close on July 17 for major renovations, reopening in 2027 as Hard Rock Las Vegas with a guitar-shaped tower.

Escaping to the Karoo for remarkable back road adventures in a trusty double-cab

It’s not the years you clocked, it’s the road you took to get here. And maybe the books you wrote along the way, writes ‘Karoo Space’s Chris Marais.

Top 10 expert tips to help parents travelling with an autistic child

Autism is considered a special need because it requires extra attention, support and services to help individuals achieve their full potential, and parents with autistic children also need support to deal with their special needs during travel.