Travel
Rebirth of a nation: Zimbabwe open for tourism again
With its political & economical problems a thing of the past, Zimbabwe is welcoming increasing numbers of tourists back into the country and hoping for even more. Armed with a camera & notepad, Kris Griffiths takes a tour of the reborn nation, experiencing its full range of impressive natural wonders...
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Hacking your holiday: how cyber criminals are increasingly targeting the tourism market
SPECIAL FEATURE: A staggering 3.9 billion malicious login attempts occurred during the last year against sites belonging to airlines, cruise lines, hotels, online travel, automotive rental and transport organisations.
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Travelogue: A trip to the highly unusual destination of Eritrea
In London, when I went to get a visa to visit Eritrea they asked me why I wanted to go. Why would a white lady of uncertain years WANT to go there alone?
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Searching for Dracula in Transylvania
While driving along winding roads through dense, dark, ancient forests and over mountain passes through the Carpathian Mountains in Transylvania, it is easy to be caught up in the Dracula story.
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Hitting the Peak – District, that is – for a perfect English country romantic getaway
The beautiful Peak District is an ideal place to enjoy some peace and quiet with someone special. With stately homes set against picture perfect rolling hills, lush meadows and leafy forests this is where English romance was born.
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Four handy tips on road tripping around Europe
Road tripping is not for everybody, so here are some tips if you're considering hitting the road this summer.
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Get a free side trip in Malaysia on your way to Australia from London
Break up the journey home and experience the array of delights that Malaysia has to offer with Malaysia Airlines and Brightsun Travel.
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Soaking up the history in a walk around Dubrovnik
The thick stone walls proclaim invincibility. The wide marble Placa fuses shops, cafes, churches and palaces. The fine sculpture on buildings and monuments shows the centuries-old artistic heritage.
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Think outside the box for your next travel experience
With some places in the world becoming tourist unfriendly because of the sheer number of visitors, and others feeling overcrowded when you get there, now may be a good time to think of travelling to somewhere new.
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Fly to Australia: Sensational air fares from the UK with Brightsun Travel
TRAVEL DEALS: Prices are fantastic right now with Sydney return fares from £601, Brisbane £554, Melbourne from £571, Perth from £523, Adelaide from £526 and Cairns from £600. Fly in comfort and style on a modern Dreamliner aircraft.
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Three top travel accessories for adventurous Aussies not to forget
If you’re feeling adventurous and think your next holiday might be just around the corner, check out these three top travel accessories.
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Where everyone can be a millionaire
If you’re a truly adventurous traveller, some of the most uncharted places around the globe will have you super exited in no time.
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Serfaus: the secluded skiing gem in the Tyrol Mountains of Austria
Serfaus is idyllically located, perched high above the Upper Inn Valley in an area known as the Oberes Gericht, one of three villages together with Fiss and Ladis, in the picturesque region of Tyrol, Austria. Within easy driving distance, Serfaus was perfectly positioned from our base in Zurich. The location...
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This wild video proves we all just take the same damn travel photos [WATCH]
VIDEO: Check out this mesmerizing clip featuring some of the world's most popular travel spots, proving that way too many people actually take the same photos to post on Instagram.
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Slovakia’s stunning faraway snowfields
Rather than just stay at home watching the Winter Olympics, strap on some skis or a board and get amongst some of Europe’s lesser known and most pristine pistes.
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Ever considered going to Split in Croatia? You should
There's so much to love about this quaint little place.
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Soak up the paradise smiles of gorgeous Vanuatu
Vanuatu they say is the happiest place on earth. And it is. If you disagree, then you haven’t been... yet.
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Try one of the least well-known Canary Islands – Fuerteventura
Hypnotic sand dunes, gorgeous villages, active volcanos, golden beaches and year round sunshine. Fuerteventura is a great escape, especially if you're fleeing the winter cold.
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Start your virtual visit to Malta
With 7,000 years of history the Mediterranean island of Malta has been described as one massive museum filled with fun.
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#MeTourism: the hidden costs of selfie tourism
OPINION & ANALYSIS: Narcissism, Machiavellianism and psychopathy. Selfie tourism is changing the experience of traveling for many people – and not necessarily in a positive way.
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What is an ESTA, and why you must have one on your next visit to the United States
Any Australians who are planning on traveling to the United States, must first have their ESTA application approved in order to be allowed to enter into the country.
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The world’s great train stations can be a quirky traveller’s delight
Railway stations are evocative, personal, and so much more interesting to the inquisitive traveller than airports or bus stations. Check out some of the best.
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Lugano: the deliciously Italian flavoured slice of Switzerland
Most travellers are familiar with Switzerland’s German and French speaking capitals, but there is a third, equally intriguing language region that combines traditional Swiss elegance with an unmistakably Mediterranean flair.
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The five best traditional Christmas markets in Europe
Visiting one of Europe's famed and fabled Christmas markets is a must. Here are what we consider the best of them for pure Yuletide charm and old-time authenticity.
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Aran Islands – off the traveller’s beaten track and up a slippery slope
A trip to the beautiful Aran Islands off Galway, with their unique heritage, is a never to be forgotten experience.
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Budapest: what makes the pearl of the Danube so romantic?
Castles, parks and the Danube: Juliette Massardier discovers the history and charm of Budapest.
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Five reasons you absolutely need travel insurance
There is a whole host of reasons that travel insurance should be an essential part of your travel plans.
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Visiting Jerash in Jordan was a big, pleasant surprise
What did I know about Jordan? Not very much actually, except for Petra and the Dead Sea. Visiting was a big eye-opener for me.
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Four hot winter travel getaways for snow, sun, fun and adventure
As much as we love the UK, its winter can break your soul. But you don't have to fly home to the other side of the globe to escape...
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Lonely Planet shock: Canberra named third best city in the world to visit in 2018
Australia's usually unheralded bureaucratic capital, Canberra, has rocketed up the traveller's charts, according to Lonely Planet.
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Puglia: the heel of Italy and region of untold secrets
Puglia, or Apulia, is on the heel of Italy’s boot. Relatively ignored by foreign tourists, the region is full of southern ebullience, tradition and hidden gems.
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