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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

The world's most expensive places to live, ranked

As the cost of living crisis bites around the world, find out where people pay the most to get by.

The incredible ways food was preserved during the Middle Ages

New York to Dublin portal is used for offensive 9/11 jokes

The New York City Portal is in front of the Flatiron Building on Fifth Avenue and Dublin's on O'Connell Street in front of the GPO and the Spire, but it didn't take long to hijack it.

10 African countries that have the lowest number of airlines in 2024

Africa's aviation ecosystem is a thriving industry with several airlines, with operations ranging from large-scale to modest. While some countries boast a multitude of carriers, others find themselves with fewer options. ・Business Insider Africa presents 10 African countries that have the lowest number of airlines in 2024. ・The list is based on the...

Wayfarers Chapel will be dismantled after being damaged by landslide

The shrine has seen a steady flow of tourists, weddings and funerals since it opened in 1951. However, officials say the deteriorating ground leaves them no choice.

CHRISTOPHER STEVENS reviews The Fortune Hotel

The format's flaw is that, especially in the early stages of this nightly, eight-part show, none of the couples wants to do a swap, except for the pair lumbered with the elimination card.

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.

Africa travel sector encouraged to redefine global presence for businesses

Deputy Tourism Minister, Fish Mahlalela has emphasised Africa's responsibility to showcase its potential to the world during his address as the keynote speaker at the Business Opportunity Networking Day (BONDay) of Africa’s Travel Indaba 2024 (ATI). “It is up to us as Africans to open the world’s eyes to what we have to offer as a continent and take charge of the narrative because only when we are proactive, will we control our destiny,” he...

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.

Ohio rollercoaster is forced to shut just days after opening

A rollercoaster that had been billed as the tallest and fastest in the world was abruptly shut down just a week after it opened at an Ohio theme park. The ride must undergo a 'mechanical modification.'

Estonia blocks plan to put VAT on Airbnb, Uber-style online platforms

The Baltic nation wielded a veto over laws intended to modernise tax for the digital economy. View on euronews

France’s Freedom Flame arrives in UK as part of D-Day thank-you tour

France’s Freedom Flame has arrived in the UK on its way to the US as part of a tour to thank the two countries for their key roles on D-Day. The flame, which normally resides on the Tomb of the Unknown Soldier under the Arc De Triomphe in Paris, has left its home for the first time in its 101-year history to commemorate the 80th anniversary of the ...

Map reveals which Tube stations are set to get mobile coverage

In pictures: Kyiv before the war

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.

Things Americans find strange about Europe

From boring to beautiful: 9 brilliant bungalow makeovers

From a rustic farmhouse in Texas to an uninspiring Californian-style bungalow in Melbourne, these once-basic bungalows have been transformed (almost) beyond recognition.

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!

Inside US WWII incarceration centre that’s now a national park

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

Airlines rail against Biden ‘junk fees’ rule

Airlines rail against Biden ‘junk fees’ rule - New rule from Biden administration will save consumers more than $500m a year

Town once called 'scam capital of America' is now best place to retire

Retirees are flocking to a stunning, but often rainy Pacific Northwest city with an exploding population and up-and-coming economy.

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.

These are the safest countries for women travelling solo

Travelling alone overseas can be daunting, especially for women. Here is a list of some of the safest destinations for women travelling solo.

The Most Beautiful Places in All 50 States

An American-made must-see list.

Paris Holocaust memorial vandalized with 'blood-red hands'

The Wall of the Righteous and other sites in the neighborhood were defaced by hooded individuals, according to the Holocaust memorial foundation.

The 30 loudest animals in the world

Nature truly is a marvel. There are so many unbelievable sights, smells, and in this gallery, sounds. Most people have heard about the legendary howl of a wolf, or the mighty roar of the king of the jungle, yet not many have actually experienced it. The only way to truly understand the intensity of their voices would be to stand before them, but in many cases, that's not a great idea... Instead, we've decided to use the best comparison which is the decibel (represented as dB). The decibel scale shows us how intense a sound is. The higher the number of decibels is, the louder the sound. For reference, a typical car horn can reach 107–109 dB. In this gallery, you'll find 30 of the loudest animals in the world ranked in order of recorded decibels (dB). Click through and prepare to be surprised!

Greater Cradle Nature Reserve — a surprising origin safari to the roots of humankind

A trip to the Greater Cradle Nature Reserve in the Cradle of Humankind reveals the precariousness of our ancestral past and reminds us that herein lies our future.

KwaZulu-Natal abounds with investment opportunities

The City of Durban hosts Africa’s Travel Indaba, where delegates can look forward to vibrant spice markets, authentic Zulu culture and a vibrant cityscape and nightlife, with the Inkosi Albert Luthuli International Convention Centre as the world-class host venue for the show.

Get ready for flights to space! $1.4bn 'plane' is about to liftoff

After more than a decade in development, 'Dream Chaser' - which can land horizontally on a runway like a traditional aircraft - has completed testing, report Colorado developer Sierra Space.

The best barge canal holiday destinations in Europe

Barges, for those who don't know, are flat-bottomed, slow-travel vessels that come in all shapes and sizes, typically hosting between six to 12 passengers. And barge cruising just got a lot cooler, as the newest barges on Europe's canals mimic cozy boutique hotel suites, featuring contemporary designs, sunlit rooms, hot tubs, and more. In this gallery, we take you on a journey to some of Europe's finest cruise destinations. Click on to discover the best barge canal holiday destinations on the continent!

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.

The Most Exciting Things to Do in Las Vegas This Year

Photo by Kristina Bakrevski for Insomniac Events You already know Las Vegas is one of the most awesome places in the world. You just need a good excuse to plan a visit. Fortunately, Sin City knows how to throw a party. And this city is loaded with big events throughout the year, from food and drink celebrations to over-the-top concert spectacles. Whether you’re drawn to Las Vegas for gambling, epic entertainment, or top-notch bites, you won’t be...

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.

Seven must-see tourism routes in KwaZulu-Natal

In KwaZulu-Natal, seven routes have been created to focus on related, must-do experiences.

Why fish in Florida are spinning to death and washing up on beaches

Toxic algae could be causing dozens of species of fish to spin in the sea before dying off the coast of Key West. The algae causes neurological issues and there have been 500 reports of this behavior.

Indaba to give boost to tourism industry

Africa’s Travel Indaba is expected to start on Monday with the hospitality and tourism industry expecting a major boost.

Tragedies will continue for as long as immigration laws are flouted

There is no end to the tragedies that affect these desperate people in this country, with some of them perishing in a foreign country, making it difficult for their relatives in their countries of origin to even know that they lost their lives and if they do find out, they find it difficult to repatriate their bodies.

Zagreb hosts three-day disability rights festival with films and workshops

The festival focused on solidarity and social inclusion for people with disabilities runs from May 13-15. View on euronews

India's impressive World Heritage Sites

Visiting India is to discover a vast land rich in culture and tradition. A sumptuous mix of spiritual beliefs and architecture, plus some of the most important wildlife hotspots on the planet, has led UNESCO to designate no less than 40 World Heritage Sites within India's borders. These must-see destinations include magnificent palaces, decorative monuments, and evocative temples. Also listed is an entire mountain range and a state capital! So, are you ready to start ticking off India's most significant tourist attractions? Click through and delve into the country's cultural, historic, scientific, and natural world.

How to travel a lot more comfortably

No matter what mode of transport you are taking, traveling can be uncomfortable. Sitting in one position in a noisy and stuffy plane, train, or bus can leave you feeling drained. From not being able to sleep because of noisy passengers to feeling bored because your device has run out of battery, it can be tedious even for the most patient people. But it doesn’t have to be that way. With a little bit of preparation, you can avoid most annoyances experienced while traveling. Click through this gallery to learn about what you can do to make your next travel experience a lot more comfortable.

UK completes first test flight of ‘un-jammable’ quantum navigation system

The UK completed a successful test flight of a quantum-powered navigation system that cannot be jammed by foreign actors. View on euronews

Whistleblower questions delays and mistakes in way EPA used sensor plane after fiery Ohio derailment

Whistleblower questions delays and mistakes in way EPA used sensor plane after fiery Ohio derailment - The U.S. government has a specialized plane loaded with advanced sensors that the EPA brags is always ready to deploy within an hour of any kind of chemical disaster

Why Qantas is axing its only flights direct to mainland China

The airline will ditch their Sydney to Shanghai service from July 28 due to 'low demand'. The flights were paused for over three years during the Covid-19 pandemic and were only restarted in late October.

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.

Mysterious structures unearthed beside the Great Pyramid of Giza

Egypt’s Great Pyramid of Giza may be one of the most iconic landmarks on the planet but, beneath its surrounding sands, there still lie countless untold secrets. Now, archaeologists have uncovered a mysterious L-shaped structure buried beside the ancient monument, which they believe was built at the same time – around 4,500 years ago. Perhaps most ...

20 mystical places that may have never existed

Some places are just too good to be true : fabulous lands where knights battle monsters, gold is found on the streets, people don’t age, the gods hold sway, and wine runs in rivers. But as much as these mystical places really capture our imagination, the keys to the kingdoms elude us.

Places Americans don’t visit—but definitely should

Even though Americans still carry the stereotype of people who don’t travel overseas, this is far from the truth. Yes, US citizens may not travel internationally as frequently as other cultures, particularly Europeans, but Americans are going abroad like never before. Popular destinations among Americans include our neighboring Mexico and Canada, as well as the UK in Europe, according to the Department of Commerce’s National Travel and Tourism Office. But what about the countries not featured in the list? There are some real gems out there that Americans have left untapped. What are some amazing destinations abroad that Americans should start visiting? Click through the gallery to find out.

Luke Evans shares ultimate guide to spending summer in Ibiza

Actor, Luke Evans, has exclusively shared with us his guide to having the summer of a lifetime in Ibiza. While a part-time resident on the Balearic island, he's also currently out there launching BDXY's new collaboration with Nobu Ibiza Bay, and has been visiting since he was in his early twenties (where he admits frequenting DC-10). However, now t...