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Climate change, Brexit threaten Dutch tulips

Tulips are a Dutch national treasure: Tourists from all over the world visit when they are in bloom and the Netherlands are the world's largest exporter. But climate change and Brexit are threatening the tulip business.

SNP holiday lets chaos is scaring off tourists, says Airbnb

The $100billion global accommodation firm says tourists are shunning Scotland because of the Scottish Government's holiday rental red tape shambles.

Missing American and Australian tourists were likely killed in carjacking in Mexico, police say

Missing American and Australian tourists were likely killed in carjacking in Mexico, police say - ‘When they tried to get the vehicles, the victims opposed the robbery,’ the Baja California Attorney General said

Ruins in ancient Jerusalem could prove the Bible was true

Scientists have linked events mentioned in the Bible to archaeological findings unearthed in the city of David - the historic site that formed the original Jerusalem.

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.

Hadassah Neurim Youth Village: A clifftop paradise for children

The educational community serves as a sanctuary for hundreds of children from around the world, including many who recently fled from war-torn Ukraine.

All aboard! The most memorable movie trains

Trains aren’t as popular as they used to be, at least for travel, but you can still appreciate a train on film. There have been many movies set on trains, or at least partially taking place on a train.

Residents tidy seaside towns

In response to the deterioration of towns on the South Coast, residents took matters into their own hands and launched the Tidy Towns initiative across different towns along the coast to restore the area to its former glory.

Cape Town International Jazz Festival gets R100 million injection from Survé family

The Cape Town International Jazz Festival kicked off last night at the CTICC as top tier international jazz music sensations took to stage for the annual event.

25 essential hacks for your next Disney trip

Get ready for your magical trip with these top travel tips from seasoned Disney addicts.

Qantas passengers to receive up to $450 after major blunder

Qantas will pay millions of dollars in compensation to passengers after reaching an agreement with the ACCC to settle a lawsuit against the airline for selling seats on flights that had already been cancelled.

Record number of sea lions appear on San Francisco’s famous Pier 39

Record number of sea lions appear on San Francisco’s famous Pier 39 -

The ‘charming’ seaside town awarded best beach destination in England and Wales

Explore the most majestic mountains in South Africa and beyond

We highlight the fascinating stories behind the world's most stunning mountains, from El Capitan to Everest.

World’s largest ‘floating book fair’ docks in Durban

The MV Logos Hope will welcome visitors at the Nelson Mandela Cruise Terminal from Wednesday to June 2.

57 Special Mother’s Day Activities That Are Fun for the Whole Family

There are plenty of cheap and even free things to do.

What is culture shock, and how can you deal with it?

Whether you're a tourist or moving somewhere unfamiliar to study, work, or retire, you are at risk of suffering from culture shock. But what is culture shock, exactly? How does it manifest, when, what are the symptoms, and what can you do about it? In this gallery, you'll find the answers to these and many other questions. Click on for more.

SA tourism | R350-million recovered from irregular payments

CAPE TOWN - A recent investigation has revealed financial irregularities within South African Tourism, uncovering several irregular payments made for services not rendered. This has inevitably raised questions about compliance and internal control standards at the organisation. Former executives are implicated in the processing of these irregular p...

In danger: World Heritage Sites at risk of disappearing

There are over 1,000 UNESCO World Heritage Sites, of which 830 are cultural. These landmarks or areas hold such strong cultural, historical, or scientific significance, international treaties have been signed in order to protect them. However, more than 50 of these sites are currently endangered and could face irreparable damage if no measures are taken, according to UNESCO's website. Click on the gallery to explore 15 of the world's most at-risk cultural sites.

Drift off in the world's most magnificent sleeper trains

Here’s our pick of the world’s best sleeper trains where you’ll embrace the journey as much as the destination.

Tiny Texas town roiled by new German beer festival

Tensions among locals in Muenster, a rural community settled by German immigrants, have been brewing over the competing events which happened over three days in April.

Norse Atlantic Cape Town flights: What to expect

Norse Atlantic Airways has outlined what passengers can expect from the airline's soon to be launched Cape Town flights.

US convict faces deportation to SA for running sex and drugs ‘crime sanctuary’ hotel

Five years ago, US law enforcement officers shut down the hotel in Albuquerque, New Mexico, accusing those running it of managing a sordid crime sanctuary. One of those implicated has since pleaded guilty and may land up in South Africa.

Museum Day offers free admission to over 100 institutions

Some of the strides taken by our repositories of artworks and other important artifacts will be accessible – and free of charge – on May 9, when this year’s Museum Day event takes place.

Sun City Resort’s Valley of the Waves closes for annual maintenance

The water resort will be closed for maintenance ahead of the June school holidays to ensure it remains a world-class facility.

Why coral reefs are disappearing

Coral barrier reefs are notoriously beautiful due to their vibrant colors and majestic structures teeming with life. But while these important underwater havens provide a paradise for snorkelers and fishermen, they are actually disappearing rapidly. Indeed, scientists have estimated that 90% of coral reefs around the world are at risk of being completely wiped out by 2050. Intrigued? Click through the following gallery to see why coral reefs are dying, and what can be done to help.

Long history, long road back to blue beachfront jewel

Originally known as the Beach Baths, the facility opened in the early 1900s, is this week’s feature on the city’s old and new. It was renamed after Rachel Finlayson, who founded the Cygnus Ladies Swimming Club in 1909 and was the 1928 Olympic swimming team coach for South Africa and the official chaperone to SA’s women swimmers for 27 years.

Ranked: Europe's BEST chocolate bars of all time

From the very first solid chocolate bar to classics that are loved around the world, and a few that have disappeared, we look at the best European chocolate bars of all time.

TEN Greek islands introduce visa-on arrival scheme

Last month several Greek islands introduced visa-on-arrival entries for stays of up to one week. This is helping to boost tourism.

Inside the red zones where World War I dangers still make ‘human life impossible’

Hawaii set to remove major attraction at cost of $2.5 million as tourists defy ban

Alarming map shows American South sea levels rapidly rising

Cities, towns and vacation spots across the American South are 'drowning' under rapidly rising tides that could soon put them underwater.

Why planes are forbidden from flying over Disney parks (and other no-fly zones)

103 SPECTACULAR places that belong on your bucket list

Whether it's canyons and mountains or quaint towns and historic cities, there's plenty on the planet to please the eye. Join us on an armchair tour of the world's 103 most beautiful places.

Young woman dies after falling from Cliffs of Moher in Ireland

Young woman dies after falling from Cliffs of Moher in Ireland - She was reportedly visiting the tourist attraction with friends

27 fascinating facts about the Galápagos Islands most people don't know

Few places on Earth are surrounded by such an atmosphere of magic and mystery as the Galápagos Islands...

24 astonishing underground hotels around the world

We take a tour of the world's most incredible hotels and places to stay that are hiding underground.

The 20 most popular capital city-inspired baby names of 2024

In tourist town Plett, the battle lines have been drawn against inequality

The streets of Plettenberg Bay are awash with political party posters. They adorn lamp posts along the town’s main drag, in less affluent areas and along the N2. This part of the Garden Route, stretching from the Eastern Cape border with the Western Cape to Harkerville, is home to people who are divided not only by a national road, but also by an inequality gap.

Spain's gorgeous small towns and villages you must visit

From laid-back fishing ports and ancient fortified towns to tiny coastal enclaves and cobblestoned pueblos blancos, these are the prettiest small towns and villages in Spain.

Airbnb promises to combat sex work in rentals during Paris Games

Airbnb on Friday agreed with French authorities to step up the fight against rentals on its platform being used for sex work during the Paris Olympics this summer and beyond. The home rental platform signed a convention with MIPROF, a government organisation tasked with protecting women from violence, and fighting human trafficking, the French body said.

Dozens of migrant tents pitched along Dublin's Grand Canal

A view of tents which have been pitched by asylum seekers along a stretch of the Grand Canal, Dublin, near to the International Protection Office (IPO) on Mount Street. A makeshift migrant camp was dismantled earlier this week.

All the Rules Restaurants Have to Follow on 'Diners, Drive-Ins and Dives'

First rule of Flavortown? Don't say the word "Flavortown" on camera. Since 2006, we've watched Guy Fieri travel coast to coast visiting some of the country's greatest establishments for Diners, Drive-Ins and Dives. It's one of the biggest shows on the Food Network, and with over 648 episodes and counting, it doesn't appear to be slowing down anytime soon. But what does it take to become a Triple D-featured spot and how does it all work? Both Fieri and producers have spilled behind-the-scenes secrets about the show throughout its 42 seasons—from who picks the restaurants to how you can tell if the host really likes a dish to what happens to these eateries after the cameras leave (spoiler: a little thing called the Triple D Effect!). Keep reading to learn about all things Flavortown and find out what really happens when Fieri rolls into your town.

Award-winning King Shaka International Airport celebrates 14 years

On May 1, the Airports Company South Africa (ACSA) marked the 14th anniversary of the King Shaka International Airport (KSIA). The KSIA has been central to the movement of people and goods in the region of KwaZulu-Natal since its inception on May 1, 2010.

Discover the most mesmerising medieval sights around the world

From domed cathedrals to enchanting medinas, this is your guide to the top medieval sights on Earth.

Kirstenbosch Botanical Garden open for visitors, hiking trails closed

SANBI has confirmed the trails leading from the Kirstenbosch National Botanical Garden to Table Mountain will remain closed for the weekend.

HOW much a South African passport costs versus the world

A South African passport may not get you too far without a visa, but it is at least cheap, finds a new report …

The 30 highest-grossing Disney movies throughout history

From Finding Nemo to Frozen, these are the highest-grossing Disney movies in history

The Most Beautiful Places in All 50 States

An American-made must-see list.

Sandton to lose its Hilton hotel

Sandton’s Hilton will soon be rebranded, making it the country's first hotel in the NH Collection of luxury hotels.