Australia opens up travel in November – but only for citizens and residents
‘The time has come to give Australians their lives back’ – prime minister Scott Morrison from The Independent Travel https://ift.tt/3D4P231
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The incredible transformation of Doha in Qatar revealed by astonishing then and now pictures
Then and now pictures, courtesy of Qatar Tourism, illustrate how Doha's landmarks and landscapes have changed dramatically over a period of time that amounts to a blink of an eye, historically. from Travel News | Top Europe Destinations & Holiday Ideas | Mail Online https://ift.tt/3oAsmUH
Could vaccination be mandatory for US airline passengers?
‘We can’t allow upcoming holiday air travel to contribute to another surge in Covid cases,’ says Senator Dianne Feinstein from The Independent Travel https://ift.tt/3ogjseK
Passenger opens emergency exit door and walks along plane wing
Man has been detained by police from The Independent Travel https://ift.tt/3uqSNg9
FOX NEWS: Stay overnight in the 1996 'Scream' movie house for a chilling Halloween experience
Stay overnight in the 1996 'Scream' movie house for a chilling Halloween experience It's been 25 years since the satirical slasher film "Scream" came to the big screen and now fans have the chance to stay overnight in the house from the cult classic. via FOX NEWS https://ift.tt/3AY8xKe
Chisinau city guide: Where to eat, drink, shop and stay in Moldova’s great-value capital
Imposing Soviet architecture, curious eats and a surprising wine scene - this bargain eastern break will broaden your view of what Europe looks like, says Tim Cooper from The Independent Travel https://ift.tt/3F3apDL
Pictured: The McDonald's that's housed inside a stately 19th-century MANSION in Maine
An elegant McDonald's is housed inside a 19th-century mansion with a colonial facade in Freeport, Maine. Here's what it looks like inside... from Travel News | Top Europe Destinations & Holiday Ideas | Mail Online https://ift.tt/3uxSTmj
Madagascar is set to welcome Britons - experience its exotic wildlife and colourful capital
John Gimlette spent three months on the island of Madagascar while researching his new book. His verdict? 'Go as soon as you can, and recover your sanity.' from Travel News | Top Europe Destinations & Holiday Ideas | Mail Online https://ift.tt/3uxCz51
Couple endures ‘nightmare’ honeymoon in Barbados as bride has to isolate in ‘jail-like’ quarantine facility
‘It feels like being in a zombie movie,’ says newlywed from The Independent Travel https://ift.tt/2ZLmzRJ
One more month before passengers face £5 Heathrow drop-off charge
‘Non-payment will result in an £80 Parking Charge Notice (PCN), reduced to £40 if paid within 14 days’ from The Independent Travel https://ift.tt/3ojzG6G
Simon Calder’s ‘Ask me Anything’: The Independent’s travel expert answers your questions live
Simon Calder takes your questions on what’s next for travel this autumn and winter from The Independent Travel https://ift.tt/3in14gn
Family cruise holidays: MSC Seaview is a 'palatial' cruise ship for all ages
Rebecca Barnes and her brood enjoy the Mediterranean itinerary aboard the MSC Seaview, sailing to Italy, France and Spain. 'There's a real family atmosphere on the ship,' she observes. from Travel News | Top Europe Destinations & Holiday Ideas | Mail Online https://ift.tt/2WujrbE
Dog-friendly hotel review: Inside the Bike & Boot in Scarborough
Carlton Reid spent a weekend at Scarborough's hip and stylish Bike & Boot hotel with his wife and trainee guide dog puppy, Berry. They enjoyed beautiful beaches and intriguing historical sights. from Travel News | Top Europe Destinations & Holiday Ideas | Mail Online https://ift.tt/3F5mqsf
FOX NEWS: Plane evacuated in Boston after passenger's carry-on causes small fire: report
Plane evacuated in Boston after passenger's carry-on causes small fire: report A plane that was about to take off for Pittsburgh was evacuated Wednesday in Boston after a passenger's carry-on caused a small fire, according to reports. via FOX NEWS https://ift.tt/39PYj2x
FOX NEWS: American Airlines passenger detained after allegedly opening emergency exit, walking on wing
American Airlines passenger detained after allegedly opening emergency exit, walking on wing A passenger was detained Wednesday evening in South Florida after he opened a plane's emergency exit and walked on the wing. via FOX NEWS https://ift.tt/2Y4BzK4
FOX NEWS: Turtle on runway halts multiple flights in Japan
Turtle on runway halts multiple flights in Japan A turtle held up dozens of passengers and flight crews at an airport in Japan after taking its sweet time while attempting to cross the tarmac. via FOX NEWS https://ift.tt/39QIqsx
Which countries other than South Africa could come off the red list next week?
An update is expected on 7 October from The Independent Travel https://ift.tt/3AONHNc
Qatar Airways named world’s best airline sixth year in a row
Middle Eastern and Asian carriers dominated the top 10 from The Independent Travel https://ift.tt/3F5VF72
Drivers must remove GB car stickers when in Europe under Brexit travel changes
The British government asked the United Nations to change car stickers from GB to UK from The Independent Travel https://ift.tt/3mc5FTI
Italy’s 1 euro houses: who can buy one and how does it work?
Spoiler alert: the whole project will cost you a little more more than €1 from The Independent Travel https://ift.tt/3ASxAhv
Have flexi-season train tickets made any difference for commuters?
Exclusive: ‘In many cases they have added to, rather than reduced, the ticket complexity,’ says Mark Smith from The Independent Travel https://ift.tt/3kQMAqM
Escorted tours: Embrace the comradeship of a road trip holiday with strangers
Max Davidson has been on dozens of escorted tours in his time, in many countries, and he has 'savoured every minute'. Here, he extolls the virtues of tour group camaraderie and expert guides... from Travel News | Top Europe Destinations & Holiday Ideas | Mail Online https://ift.tt/3AZBh5q
Catalonia breaks: Discovering Costa Daurada's world-renowned wines and Michelin-starred restaurants
Fancy a mouthwatering trip? There are three Michelin-starred restaurants along Catalonia's Costa Daurada, where 'eating is a full-time leisure activity', writes Margaret Hussey. from Travel News | Top Europe Destinations & Holiday Ideas | Mail Online https://ift.tt/3CWr7D8
In the doghouse: Welcome to the UK's most in-demand canine hotel (no human guests allowed)
The Country Dog Hotel is set on an estate on top of Somerset's Quantock Hills. Harriet Sime checks her cocker spaniel Pippin in - on the VIP package - while she repairs to the Dolomites... from Travel News | Top Europe Destinations & Holiday Ideas | Mail Online https://ift.tt/3oi3XD9
London hotel review: The Mail's verdict on the Sloane Club's 27-room Sloane Place property
The Inspector checks into a 'Chelsea Double' at Sloane Place hotel, paying a 'scarily expensive' £190 for the privilege. Find out why the property gets three stars... from Travel News | Top Europe Destinations & Holiday Ideas | Mail Online https://ift.tt/3ik3k89
The best new UK hotels that opened this month
Hotel expert Ianthe Butt shares six of the hottest new British properties to check out while checking in from The Independent Travel https://ift.tt/3ojmjDt
Good neighbours: why Paris is the easy, breezy, low-maintenance break you need right now
As pandemic paperwork and airport queues linger, don’t forget the accessible charm of our friend across the channel, says Lucy Thackray from The Independent Travel https://ift.tt/3zRkhN6
Family turned away from Cornwall hotel after Booking.com error offered a stay in Uxbridge
Staff from the bookings website told the customer they hoped he was having a ‘great day’ from The Independent Travel https://ift.tt/3oisHec
Lake District breaks: Amazing views and walking in Wordsworth's footsteps on a value bus tour
Kate Johnson goes on the three-day 'Lake District Explorer' tour, which she describes as 'an intriguing introduction for those who haven't visited before, and a thrilling surprise for those who have'. from Travel News | Top Europe Destinations & Holiday Ideas | Mail Online https://ift.tt/3kT0cC1
Qantas to operate its longest ever nonstop flight to repatriate passengers from Argentina
The rescue flight will cover 14,680km from The Independent Travel https://ift.tt/3zRRTdZ
This is where you should be heading on your first trip back to the USA
With 50 states to choose from, there’s a dizzying choice of American holidays, says Sarah Marshall. from The Independent Travel https://ift.tt/3ANmXN4
Coronavirus: How safe is it to travel by plane, train or cruise liner?
International travel has resumed, but just how safe is it? from The Independent Travel https://ift.tt/3hDaC6O
Is Germany the best place to visit for an eco-friendly city break?
On a trip to Hamburg, Bremen and Bremerhaven, Gemma Bradley finds all the right ingredients for a green escape. from The Independent Travel https://ift.tt/3mbODF8
United Airlines to axe hundreds of unvaccinated staff
Around 600 employees who refused Covid vaccine will get the chop from The Independent Travel https://ift.tt/3igCXjy
Trump called press secretary from Air Force One to defend shape and size of his penis, new book claims
The first appendage was not shaped like a mushroom, the former president reportedly insisted from The Independent Travel https://ift.tt/2WigZVo
FOX NEWS: Some Disney World employees have been with the park for 50 years, since the very beginning
Some Disney World employees have been with the park for 50 years, since the very beginning Chuck Milam, George Kalogridis and Earline Anderson have been working at Disney World since its opening day. Forrest Bahruth was initially hired as a show director for the park in January of 1971, making him another member of the 50-year club. via FOX NEWS https://ift.tt/2XW7CuW
Amsterdam travel: Holland's gloriously green capital has never been more enticing
From Snippendaal garden to the 120-acre Vondelpark, there's an abundance of horticultural hotspots to explore in Amsterdam. Here's where to find the city's famous flowers... from Travel News | Top Europe Destinations & Holiday Ideas | Mail Online https://ift.tt/2Y534ms
Love nest: Get away from it all at this romantic remote candle-lit shepherd's hut rental
Buron de la Chambe is nestled 4,265 feet (1,300m) up in the Auvergne Volcanoes National Park close to the charming town of Aurillac. There is no Wi-Fi and there are no electric lights. from Travel News | Top Europe Destinations & Holiday Ideas | Mail Online https://ift.tt/3ujJ5vY
Travellers dub Pelican Banks off Hervey Bay Australia's answer to the Maldives
The tiny stretch is arguably one of the country's most spectacular sights, captivating tourists with its pure white sand and crystal clear water. from Travel News | Top Europe Destinations & Holiday Ideas | Mail Online https://ift.tt/2Wk19cV
Amateur freedivers discover 53 perfectly-preserved Roman gold coins off the coast of Alicante
Thought to have been hidden from barbarian invaders around 1,500 years ago, the stash was discovered by two brothers-in-law cleaning rubbish from the seabed in Alicante. from Travel News | Top Europe Destinations & Holiday Ideas | Mail Online https://ift.tt/3zwQJnP
Could British Airways buy Jet2 to use all those Gatwick slots?
Plane Talk: After plans for a lower-cost BA subsidiary at the Sussex airport collapsed, the airline has a range of options for its portfolio of take-off and landing rights from The Independent Travel https://ift.tt/3EY9EvQ
Paris syndrome: Nearly one in five Google reviews of French capital are negative, study finds
The research analysed positive and negative sentiments left in 140,000 reviews from The Independent Travel https://ift.tt/3uqAE27
Maldives, Sri Lanka and Egypt removed from Foreign Office no-go list
The countries were removed from the red list on 22 September, but FCDO warnings remained from The Independent Travel https://ift.tt/3D8io0P
British photographer wins prestigious contest with an image of a gorilla surrounded by butterflies
Anup Shah triumphed over 100,190 entries from 158 countries to take the top prize in The Nature Conservancy's 2021 photo contest. Here's the snap, along with our pick of the category winners. from Travel News | Top Europe Destinations & Holiday Ideas | Mail Online https://ift.tt/3AQN9X5
Photographer captures the 'dark side' of Las Vegas in haunting images taken during his honeymoon
Kurtz Frausun, a filmmaker and photographer from Dallas, Texas, photographed tourists looking to hit it big at the casinos as well as destitute locals on the street. from Travel News | Top Europe Destinations & Holiday Ideas | Mail Online https://ift.tt/3zSNRlf
The secret wine cellar keeping Charing Cross station from SINKING
A new TV documentary tells how, because the station, in Westminster, was built on top of a slope, it needed the support of vaults which - unbeknown to most passengers - lie 40 feet beneath it. from Travel News | Top Europe Destinations & Holiday Ideas | Mail Online https://ift.tt/2Wfsa15
New Amsterdam daily testing rules catch out tourists
The Netherlands do not yet accept the UK’s proof of vaccination for indoor venues from The Independent Travel https://ift.tt/39OzMe0
South Africa looks set to leave red list but must wait 10 more days
A tweet from the British High Commission in Pretoria appears almost to guarantee the nation will be taken off the red list from The Independent Travel https://ift.tt/3CPzpMU
Skytrax awards: Qatar Airways lands best airline award at the 2021 'Oscars of Aviation'
Qatar Airways has got being the world's best airline down to a fine art. Yet again it has been named the No.1 carrier on the planet out of 350 airlines at the Skytrax World Airline Awards 2021. from Travel News | Top Europe Destinations & Holiday Ideas | Mail Online https://ift.tt/3EVBDfA
Southeastern: what went wrong with the train firm and what happens now?
Rail firm joins LNER and Northern as state-owned operator run by the Department for Transport from The Independent Travel https://ift.tt/3zLHvo0
Theme park accused of ‘fat shaming’ tourists after introducing weighing scales for rides
Scales reportedly flash red when visitors are too heavy from The Independent Travel https://ift.tt/3CRJ1GX
British steam train journeys and preserved lines: Full steam ahead for a vintage day on the tracks
There are excursion trains and preserved lines you can ride today. Here are a few favourites, also including the 'Hogwarts Express' and the line made famous by The Railway Children. from Travel News | Top Europe Destinations & Holiday Ideas | Mail Online https://ift.tt/3zI3MmF
TikTok pillow packing trick helps woman squeeze in more holiday outfits
Travel TikTok star has amassed 15k followers with her travel tips and videos from The Independent Travel https://ift.tt/2ZxyBhf
Fascinating book Bicycling Through Time reveals the weird and wonderful bicycles of yesteryear
Bicycling Through Time showcases some of the weird, wonderful and sometimes ludicrous bikes that collector Paul Farren spent decades hunting down, the majority of which were pre-1900s. from Travel News | Top Europe Destinations & Holiday Ideas | Mail Online https://ift.tt/3AJx2dU
FOX NEWS: The best pumpkin patches for fall fun in America
The best pumpkin patches for fall fun in America Here are nine amazing pumpkin patches to visit across the country. via FOX NEWS https://ift.tt/3zOjpJg
Government takes over rail firm Southeastern after £25m breach of franchise agreement
Train operator ‘breached the trust that is absolutely fundamental to the success of our railways’ – transport secretary, Grant Shapps from The Independent Travel https://ift.tt/2XTG8Gq
The AA names Britain's best B&Bs, its No1 inn and the finest restaurant with rooms
Are you a holidaymaker in waiting hankering after a beautiful B&B? A foodie who's fond of fine fodder in a charming village pub? Then look no further than the winners of the 25th annual AA B&B Awards. from Travel News | Top Europe Destinations & Holiday Ideas | Mail Online https://ift.tt/3lWngyM
Italy holidays: Enjoying a glorious e-bike break along the shores of Lake Garda
Taking in views of the lake along the way, Mark Porter tests out an 'e-gravel' bike on a Garda odyssey. 'The autumn and winter are great times to go cycling along Lake Garda,' he reveals. from Travel News | Top Europe Destinations & Holiday Ideas | Mail Online https://ift.tt/2Wm1tbi
Plan to give Civil Aviation Authority powers to force airlines to pay pandemic refunds scrapped
'We do not consider it appropriate at this time,' says Robert Courts, aviation minister from The Independent Travel https://ift.tt/3kMz3Rc
See Cinderella, Grease and more via top-value theatre-break deals
Every week our Holiday Hero Neil Simpson takes an in-depth look at a brilliant holiday topic, doing all the leg-work so you don't have to. This week: Britain's best-value theatre breaks. from Travel News | Top Europe Destinations & Holiday Ideas | Mail Online https://ift.tt/3AM6EQJ
Ski holidays: The best European breaks on offer from France to Austria
After the winter that never was, thousands of snow-starved British skiers are counting down the days to the coming season. Here's our pick of the holidays on offer, from France to Austria... from Travel News | Top Europe Destinations & Holiday Ideas | Mail Online https://ift.tt/3EXVmLN
Fairies, fine food, steam trains and beaches galore - why you should visit the Isle of Man
The Mail on Sunday's Alice Smellie has been visiting the Isle of Man for the past 40-odd years and says you can find 'masses to do in all seasons'. Don't miss a ride on the island's 1870s steam train. from Travel News | Top Europe Destinations & Holiday Ideas | Mail Online https://ift.tt/3zJhXaX
October half-term holidays: Swim with whales, canoe in a volcano or just hit the beach in Barbados
For families who have been longing to get away for a real taste of overseas adventure, the autumn half-term break is proving more popular than summer did, so get in quick! from Travel News | Top Europe Destinations & Holiday Ideas | Mail Online https://ift.tt/3m5w5Xc
Inside the thrilling Parc Asterix theme park - just three hours south of Calais
With three on-site hotels and a firm French accent on great food and value for money, Parc Asterix is perfect for families looking for hair-raising rides without busting the wallet. from Travel News | Top Europe Destinations & Holiday Ideas | Mail Online https://ift.tt/3zKT6U8
Huge Heathrow queues blamed on ‘nightmare’ new Border Force rota
Passengers at the London airport have reported hours-long queues on several occasions since May from The Independent Travel https://ift.tt/3uhAFp5
Ireland scraps red list and releases hotel quarantine ‘travel prisoners’ – could the UK do the same?
Sudden decision by Dublin offers additional ‘back door’ to UK – though the law is clear that a 10-day stay is needed in the republic from The Independent Travel https://ift.tt/3EUtJD4
The best escorted tours, from Thailand to Canada via Cornwall and Ireland
Whether you're a solo tourist looking to explore, or a family on the hunt for guided adventures, there's every kind of escorted tour out there. Just remember to pack your sense of adventure... from Travel News | Top Europe Destinations & Holiday Ideas | Mail Online https://ift.tt/2Y6UhjX
EasyJet passengers stuck on plane for two hours in Belfast as police inspect aircraft
Customers say they were not told why they could not disembark from The Independent Travel https://ift.tt/3CPouTv
La Palma volcano: Are flights still running and should I cancel my holiday?
Canary Islands airport is currently shut from The Independent Travel https://ift.tt/3AKAeGl
Why travel is still worth it – even with all the faff
Even the Kafka-esque web of ‘travmin’ can’t take the shine off an international adventure, writes Helen Coffey from The Independent Travel https://ift.tt/3ARP8e0
Crete earthquake: how will it affect my holiday?
A major earthquake just south of Heraklion shook the island at around 9am this morning from The Independent Travel https://ift.tt/3iaMlFr
Qantas scraps Christmas restart of London-Perth nonstop flights
Australian airline hopes to re-route Heathrow flights via Darwin in Northern Territory from The Independent Travel https://ift.tt/3zMHUXb
Caribbean island that only allowed in tourists earning over $70,000 to reopen for vaccinated visitors
Only 21 travellers visited under previous rules from The Independent Travel https://ift.tt/2XTgaTC
World Tourism Day: 7 ways to be a respectful traveller as restrictions ease
Follow these dos and don’ts from travel experts. from The Independent Travel https://ift.tt/3kJ1rDJ
FOX NEWS: Lawrence Jones finds his perfect cowboy hat at the Texas State Fair
Lawrence Jones finds his perfect cowboy hat at the Texas State Fair Fox News enterprise reporter Lawrence Jones visits a cowboy hat store ahead of the State Fair of Texas in Dallas via FOX NEWS https://ift.tt/3uloJCQ
We’ll take (back) Manhattan: Why I’m hopeful for an autumn reunion with my city soulmate, New York
US government willing, November will serve up my first taste of the Apple in two full years, writes Lucy Thackray from The Independent Travel https://ift.tt/3u8Yy26
Italy holidays: Enjoy a glorious e-bike break along the shores of Lake Garda
Taking in views of the lake along the way, Mark Porter tests out an 'e-gravel' bike on his Garda odyssey. 'The autumn and winter are great times to go cycling along Lake Garda,' he reveals. from Travel News | Top Europe Destinations & Holiday Ideas | Mail Online https://ift.tt/3kCwl0d
Holidays to America are back - and there's something for everyone
Biden's announcement that fully vaccinated Brits can start visiting the US again from November is likely to lead to a tourist stampede this winter. Here we round up 14 great American getaways... from Travel News | Top Europe Destinations & Holiday Ideas | Mail Online https://ift.tt/3CGuX2Y
Staycation travel: The region of Wales once known for the 'restorative powers of its spring water'
Each town in this region of Wales developed a character of its own after the area's spa tourism industry was vanquished. Rob Crossan explores them one at a time, before hitting the spa. from Travel News | Top Europe Destinations & Holiday Ideas | Mail Online https://ift.tt/3ubOPrN
Heathrow Airport CHAOS as 'thousands' of passengers are stuck in three-hour queues
Passengers arriving into Heathrow Airport this morning faced scenes of total chaos as travellers fumed over queues of people into the 'thousands', and three-hour wait times. from Travel News | Top Europe Destinations & Holiday Ideas | Mail Online https://ift.tt/39yU633
FOX NEWS: Go inside the famed New York hotel where Prince Harry and Meghan Markle are reportedly staying
Go inside the famed New York hotel where Prince Harry and Meghan Markle are reportedly staying Harry and Meghan will appear at the Global Citizen Live event on Saturday in Central Park and will reportedly be staying at The Carlyle, A Rosewood Hotel. via FOX NEWS https://ift.tt/2ZvrupN
Scotland ‘reluctantly’ aligns with England on new international travel rules
Edinburgh government fears measures will weaken protection but bows down to ‘logistical realities’ from The Independent Travel https://ift.tt/3lW94Gb
Border Force IT glitch causes airport chaos for thousands
Filmmaker Louis Theroux among travellers stuck in ‘human logjam’ at Heathrow and other airports from The Independent Travel https://ift.tt/2XW2KGK
UK border queues stretching to hours as airport e-gates fail
‘Human logjam at Heathrow – apparently all the e-gates at all the airports are down,’ tweeted Louis Theroux from Heathrow from The Independent Travel https://ift.tt/39C54EV
Inside the luxury $1,300-a-night New York hotel Meghan and Harry were spotted at
The five-star Carlyle on Manhattan’s Upper East side is as chic as chic can be, says Sam Wylie-Harris. from The Independent Travel https://ift.tt/39yK2qL
Welcome to my Garden: Meet the people letting slow travellers camp in their gardens for free
Ditching the car and plane just got more attractive thanks to a growing network of eco-conscious hosts across Europe, writes Gregory Wakeman from The Independent Travel https://ift.tt/3i2PsiG
Why the UK is performing uniquely badly when it comes to restarting travel
The Man Who Pays His Way: what lies behind the travel curtain? from The Independent Travel https://ift.tt/3CCyFdU
Meghan Markle and Prince Harry check-in to Princess Diana’s favourite New York hotel
Upper East Side pad was Diana’s favourite place to stay in the city from The Independent Travel https://ift.tt/3i48bu2
Netherlands relaxes Covid travel rules and reopens to fully vaccinated UK and US travellers
Doubled jabbed UK and US arrivals no longer need to quarantine on arrival from The Independent Travel https://ift.tt/39FU0GN
Winter holiday deals: There are savings galore to be had on quarantine-free packages
Savings of more than 50 per cent are on offer on winter sun getaways as tour operators slash prices to entice holidaymakers into booking trips. From Malta to St Lucia, here are some of the best deals... from Travel News | Top Europe Destinations & Holiday Ideas | Mail Online https://ift.tt/3hZUOeb
Travel expert Simon Calder answers 16 questions about your next trip abroad
Jabs for US entry, changes to the red list and rights for British visitors to Portugal after Brexit from The Independent Travel https://ift.tt/3zCtBEG
Northern Ireland joins England in scrapping pre-departure travel tests from October
Scotland and Wales have not yet confirmed they will follow suit from The Independent Travel https://ift.tt/3ENqGwB
Delta asks other airlines to share their ‘no fly’ lists of unruly passengers
US has seen 3,199 mask-related incidents of unruly flyers in 2021 alone from The Independent Travel https://ift.tt/3o161iH
Travellers should buy lateral flow tests from Lidl, says Grant Shapps
‘I have every confidence that a system will be got up and running in good time,’ the transport secretary said from The Independent Travel https://ift.tt/39zbx3K
Travel experts review three classes at the same time on an Iberia A330 between Madrid and London
It only takes two and a half hours to fly from Madrid to London, but on certain services, Iberia uses wide-bodied aircraft for this short-haul route. Points Guy UK boarded one and filmed their experiences. from Travel News | Top Europe Destinations & Holiday Ideas | Mail Online https://ift.tt/39x6Gjy
Torshavn city guide: Where to eat, drink, shop and stay in the Faroe Islands capital
Fairytale clapboard huts, curious culture and experimental 17-course menus make the Faroese capital one of the most unusual short-haul city breaks out there, writes Chloe Cann from The Independent Travel https://ift.tt/3i0z5Da
United Airlines employees file lawsuit over compulsory vaccination order
Airline has announced that all staff must get jabbed or be placed on temporary leave from The Independent Travel https://ift.tt/3kyepUv
Chile to reopen to double jabbed travellers from October
Fully vaccinated arrivals will still have to quarantine for five days from The Independent Travel https://ift.tt/39tZMvc
Teesside airport lost £920 for every passenger it handled last year
Mayor predicts a 27-fold increase in passenger numbers by 2022, and turning a profit in three years from The Independent Travel https://ift.tt/3CKt31v
Proposed German sleeper trains could connect London and Barcelona
Edinburgh to Paris is another route proposed for the new network from The Independent Travel https://ift.tt/3u5UnUv
British Airways to suspend Gatwick short-haul operation
Decision follows pilots’ union withdrawing ballot over pay concerns – “We will now pursue alternative uses for the London Gatwick short haul slots,” says BA from The Independent Travel https://ift.tt/3m8AzfZ
Pictured: The world's most spectacular palaces, from Hawaii to the UK
MailOnline Travel has scoured the world to bring you the world's most edifying royal edifices - palaces that are big on beauty and plain big in scale. from Travel News | Top Europe Destinations & Holiday Ideas | Mail Online https://ift.tt/39zoSsJ
Why Jessie and Lennie Ware can’t stop travelling (and eating) together
The hosts of hit podcast Table Manners talk to Prudence Wade about family holidays and why seeing the world is so important. from The Independent Travel https://ift.tt/3EIjB09
British Airways flight from Pakistan arrives at Heathrow 28 hours late after Uzbekistan diversion
Plane landed at Tashkent after departure from Islamabad because of a medical emergency from The Independent Travel https://ift.tt/3o0bYML
Brits may have to film themselves taking lateral flow tests for travel
‘You only have to look at social media to see videos of people faking it,’ said an industry source from The Independent Travel https://ift.tt/3nZtCQB
Aer Lingus flies endangered turtle back to Canary Islands after it washed up in Ireland
The reptile even had its own boarding pass from The Independent Travel https://ift.tt/3u70E2d
Will Turkey become the new ‘red list’ launderette?
Exclusive: Eased travel restrictions, low living costs and excellent air links make Istanbul and the rest of the country a tempting alternative to hotel quarantine from The Independent Travel https://ift.tt/3zD7H3U
Woman divides opinion by packing individual outfit bags for each day of holiday
‘I can’t decide if that’s genius or mental’ from The Independent Travel https://ift.tt/3lO4BW1
Simon Calder’s ‘Ask me Anything’: The Independent’s travel expert answers your questions live
Simon Calder takes your questions on what’s next for travel this autumn and winter from The Independent Travel https://ift.tt/3lNS7Og
Stunning images of the Wild West captured in Anouk Krantz book American Cowboys
American Cowboys captures the pioneering spirit of modern cowboys, turning the camera on high-stakes rodeos, hard-working ranchers and horseback rides across desert landscapes. from Travel News | Top Europe Destinations & Holiday Ideas | Mail Online https://ift.tt/3hXdqvH
Travel all over the world with these prize-winning photographs
The stunning images are category winners for the 2021 CEWE Photo Award. from The Independent Travel https://ift.tt/39zzMOV
Tangier’s new dawn – how Morocco’s dissident dive got its mojo back
The bad boy of Morocco is cleaning up its act thanks to a wealth of new investment, writes Lorna Parkes from The Independent Travel https://ift.tt/2X95cJ4
Holiday homes for disabled risk closure due to mandatory vaccine policy
Revitalise charity is described as a ‘lifeline’ for users from The Independent Travel https://ift.tt/2ZmgtXL
British Airways passengers wait for rescue plane after tragedy in Tashkent
Passengers await rescue plane due to medical emergency from The Independent Travel https://ift.tt/3u3Nkvu
Explore now, work later: why autumn and winter will be defined by ‘revenge travel’
‘There’s a strong desire to make up for lost time and compensate for lost trips,’ travellers tell Lucy Thackray from The Independent Travel https://ift.tt/3o10qJ4
HS2 is worse value for money than improving existing rail network, claims new study
The chief executive of the Railway Industry Association said the UK should be ‘optimistic’ about UK railways’ role in economic recovery from The Independent Travel https://ift.tt/3EzBVsi
What does it mean to be ‘nature positive’ and how can we help?
A new report from all five UK statutory nature agencies sets out how to reverse the declines in nature the country has suffered. from The Independent Travel https://ift.tt/3lL4H0I
Plan revealed for a 735ft-high Moon resort in Las Vegas with 4,000 hotel rooms
According to the Canadian entrepreneurs behind it, it would cost £3.6billion ($5billion) to build and, with a height of 224 metres (735ft), would become the joint-second-tallest building in Sin City. from Travel News | Top Europe Destinations & Holiday Ideas | Mail Online https://ift.tt/3hYE8nv
Travel health experts ‘a bit Wizard of Oz,’ says leading Tory MP
‘We can’t find any information. They’re not writing back to us,’ says Huw Merriman, chair of Transport Select Committee from The Independent Travel https://ift.tt/2ZcgA82
No Time To Die filming locations: From beaches in Jamaica to Italy's captivating cave town
No stressing about Covid tests and Passenger Locator Forms for 007, just private planes and a martini or two while relaxing in (or out of) a tuxedo with one of his leading ladies. from Travel News | Top Europe Destinations & Holiday Ideas | Mail Online https://ift.tt/2XDvaEM
Day two PCR tests for travel should be kept, says Welsh first minister
‘Very hard to follow’ UK government’s thinking on scrapping PCRs, says Mark Drakeford from The Independent Travel https://ift.tt/3lNCbvd
Uncertainty continues over ‘day two’ Covid travel tests for arrivals to the UK
‘The sooner this can happen the better,’ says transport secretary of swapping PCRs for lateral flow tests from The Independent Travel https://ift.tt/2XABtZR
Egypt, Maldives and Sri Lanka remain on Foreign Office ‘no-go’ list, despite red list removal
Exclusive: ‘There is either a risk or there isn’t,’ says Julia Lo Bue-Said, CEO, Advantage Travel Partnership from The Independent Travel https://ift.tt/3CFZONj
Which countries’ vaccines are recognised in the UK?
From 4 October, vaccines administered in 55 countries and territories will be recognised in the UK from The Independent Travel https://ift.tt/3Cxdqdu
UK to accept UAE vaccine certificates
Rules change from 4 October from The Independent Travel https://ift.tt/2XDrJOm
Missed the theatre? Why London’s capital culture is what every family needs this autumn
Claire Spreadbury and her daughters take to the museums, theatres and attractions of the big smoke, and soak up every drop of inspiration. from The Independent Travel https://ift.tt/3lKUzot
La Palma volcano ‘a wonderful show’ for tourists says Spanish minister
‘Tourists can travel to the island and enjoy something unusual,’ says tourism chief from The Independent Travel https://ift.tt/3udZ4vT
Take a car-free trip across Europe to ease your environmental conscience and boost your mood
Ditch the car in favour of a bike, train or even your own two feet, says Sarah Marshall. from The Independent Travel https://ift.tt/3u2Y11n
Molten lava from Las Palmas volcanic eruption is due to reach the ocean TODAY
Six thousand of the Spanish island's 80,000 inhabitants have now been forced from their homes by the volcanic eruption - the first in 50 years. Hundreds of tourists have also been affected. from Travel News | Top Europe Destinations & Holiday Ideas | Mail Online https://ift.tt/2XHOPDW
The African village where men and women learn different languages
The Ubang people of southern Nigeria use different words depending on their gender. For example, women use the word 'okwakwe' for dog, whereas men say 'abu'. from Travel News | Top Europe Destinations & Holiday Ideas | Mail Online https://ift.tt/2XCxSdW
World's 50 best vineyards for 2021 revealed: Last year's Argentinian winner is No1 again
Argentina's Zuccardi Valle de Uco was named the planet's top wine tourism destination in a ceremony that took place at the Schloss Johannisberg winery in Rheingau, Germany. from Travel News | Top Europe Destinations & Holiday Ideas | Mail Online https://ift.tt/3ubEOel
Transatlantic connections: how many British Airways flights to the US will return?
Plane Talk: Charleston and Pittsburgh are among the British Airways US routes that have fallen off the map from The Independent Travel https://ift.tt/2Xz9aLx
Beyond remote: exploring Oman’s Empty Quarter
Pin-drop peace and quiet, ever-shifting sandscapes and unspoiled coastline - Oman’s swathes of desert will bring out your inner explorer, writes Mark Jones from The Independent Travel https://ift.tt/3lJFpzY
Which countries can I travel to if I’m not vaccinated?
Here are the countries you can visit if you haven’t been jabbed from The Independent Travel https://ift.tt/3CxG529
Which amber countries will let in British holidaymakers?
Travellers returning from amber list countries can avoid quarantine by being fully vaccinated from The Independent Travel https://ift.tt/38X5rtG
Ten steps to a successful trip abroad – and back
The Man Who Pays His Way: the definitive travel checklist from The Independent Travel https://ift.tt/3DfUu46
What date in November can I travel to the US?
US officials have said the country is is set to reopen to vaccinated foreign nationals from The Independent Travel https://ift.tt/3tZx4Mn
Six of the best US destinations to visit in what’s left of 2021, from New York to Los Angeles
Road trip takes in Arkansas, California, Florida, New York and Tennessee from The Independent Travel https://ift.tt/3kyF8Rb
Can I travel to the US if I have the AstraZeneca vaccine?
At present, the AstraZeneca vaccine has not been approved by the US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) from The Independent Travel https://ift.tt/2XBBhtb
Pictured: The incredible 'Domino Tower' island that will be built off the coast of Zanzibar
The tower will be built on a man-made island off the coast of Zanzibar, 15 minutes from the Unesco World Heritage site of Stone Town - and within the complex will be a dazzling array of features. from Travel News | Top Europe Destinations & Holiday Ideas | Mail Online https://ift.tt/3lEtUtw
Why you should swap the South of France for the North this autumn
With Covid and the climate crisis shaping our travel decisions, Rachel Ifans suggests heading Nord for French frolics from The Independent Travel https://ift.tt/3kp5BAi
A guide to ten stunning secret Italian islands away from the obvious hotspots
We all know of Sardinia, Sicily and Capri but there are more than 350 islands scattered off Italy's 4,600-mile coastline. Some are buzzy and chic, others are Lost World atolls that function at a snail's pace. from Travel News | Top Europe Destinations & Holiday Ideas | Mail Online https://ift.tt/3zt0aEL
Inspired by Emma Raducanu's triumph at the U.S Open? Here are some of the best tennis breaks...
For those keen to try tennis, how about a half-term holiday at one of the many first-rate European resorts with coaching academies? Here are some of the best tennis breaks on offer... from Travel News | Top Europe Destinations & Holiday Ideas | Mail Online https://ift.tt/3lMpUXN
PM welcomes US decision to ease travel rules on double-jabbed Brits
Bookings surged by more than 90 per cent within an hour of the US President's announcement and airlines' share prices rocketed. from Travel News | Top Europe Destinations & Holiday Ideas | Mail Online https://ift.tt/3ApR2SQ
Surge in US flight bookings as Virgin Atlantic reports 91% boost
British travellers who have been double vaccinated will be able to travel to the US again from November from The Independent Travel https://ift.tt/3EFy8cS
Who can now travel to the US?
The US has confirmed it will reopen to fully vaccinated foreign nationals from ‘early November’ from The Independent Travel https://ift.tt/3CxpgEt
National Express and Stagecoach in merger talks
Two UK bus giants could combine to cut costs and tackle ‘green threat’ from FlixBus of Germany from The Independent Travel https://ift.tt/3lCuJmE
Federal officer arrested carrying gun at ‘Justice for J6’ rally won’t be charged but officials won’t say why
Video of the arrest appears to show riot police ask the man if he is undercover, to which he replies: ‘I’m just here’ from The Independent Travel https://ift.tt/3CwDLIQ
Back to the US: how the new policy for British visitors will work
Only travellers who have been fully vaccinated with a recognised vaccine will be welcomed, with a test within three days of the flight from The Independent Travel https://ift.tt/39n9yPO
Who can now travel to the US?
The US has confirmed it will reopen to fully vaccinated foreign nationals from ‘early November’ from The Independent Travel https://ift.tt/3hSpJZU
When will UK-US travel reopen?
The US will lift its travel ban for double vaccinated foreign nationals ‘from November’ from The Independent Travel https://ift.tt/3nRlSQz
Bakerloo Line extension and Crossrail 2: How London’s transport networks could expand even more
Covid and cash squeeze sees ambitions trimmed back from The Independent Travel https://ift.tt/3EDBhKC
Canada holidays: We reveal ten examples of the country's city chic
Travellers risk missing Canada's most exciting places - its cities. Each of the ten cities described here is packed with art, excitement and history and worth a visit in its own right... from Travel News | Top Europe Destinations & Holiday Ideas | Mail Online https://ift.tt/3hQUcYj
New Northern Line stations spark criticism for ‘revolting’ change to Underground map
‘The most elegant map in the world bent out of shape,’ tweets London playwright from The Independent Travel https://ift.tt/3zk6nD2
In need of some half-term holiday sun? Snap up these top October deals while you still can
Changes in travel restrictions have seen demand soar for holidays. Take advantage of these deals for family breaks, says Sarah Marshall. from The Independent Travel https://ift.tt/2VY2sOE
Newly tarmacked Peak District lane Bamford Clough is named 'the steepest climb in Britain'
Intrepid hill-climb specialist Simon Warren tried to cycle up Bamford Clough in the Peak District, but was defeated, tweeting 'there is no way on earth I can ride up that'. from Travel News | Top Europe Destinations & Holiday Ideas | Mail Online https://ift.tt/3u32WzG
Travel rules shake-up sparks half-term booking frenzy
Transport Secretary Grant Shapps announced on Friday that the traffic light system is to be replaced from October 4 by a single, reduced, 'red list' of destinations. from Travel News | Top Europe Destinations & Holiday Ideas | Mail Online https://ift.tt/3nIurNB
Three people kicked off plane for not wearing masks — after nine-hour wait for boarding
Fellow passengers break into song as three travellers escorted off from The Independent Travel https://ift.tt/3hOgBFY
Will the volcano eruption in La Palma affect my holiday?
The Cumbre Vieja volcano last erupted in 1971 from The Independent Travel https://ift.tt/3AvlDyg
Man finds cheapest way to travel from Manchester to Dublin is to fly via Crete
Option costs just £21 from The Independent Travel https://ift.tt/3nMKoT9
Travel expert Simon Calder to host a London Underground ‘ask me anything’ live as two new stations open
Simon Calder was at the opening of Battersea Power Station tube station this morning and will be on hand to answer your queries about the latest additions to the underground network from The Independent Travel https://ift.tt/3znFvSz
Boris Johnson expected to push Joe to Biden to lift UK travel ban
Prime Minister to make ‘impassioned case’ from The Independent Travel https://ift.tt/3tY9q2O
The best last-minute holiday deals, from Croatia to the Caribbean
Every week our Holiday Hero Neil Simpson takes an in-depth look at a holiday topic, doing all the legwork so you don't have to. This week: Last-minute holidays. from Travel News | Top Europe Destinations & Holiday Ideas | Mail Online https://ift.tt/2Ze0IC9
Autumn activities: Discover the stunning colours on display in British arboretums
In spite of their beauty and history, the UK's arboretums are often overlooked as places to visit, but in the autumn there is nowhere better to appreciate the diversity of trees and their foliage. from Travel News | Top Europe Destinations & Holiday Ideas | Mail Online https://ift.tt/3lHIbpq
Holidays in Switzerland: The joys of Zurich's riverside
The ace up Zurich's sleeve is its badis, or lake-side open-air swimming pools, some of which are more like nightclubs, featuring bars and DJs. Will Hide dives in... from Travel News | Top Europe Destinations & Holiday Ideas | Mail Online https://ift.tt/2Z4lyDO
Pembrokeshire hotel is slammed as it introduces £200 membership fee
The Druidstone Hotel, perched on an isolated Pembrokeshire clifftop, is a favourite for visiting holidaymakers in search of sundown drinks and selfies on the terrace. from Travel News | Top Europe Destinations & Holiday Ideas | Mail Online https://ift.tt/3tTiwxE
TONY HETHERINGTON: Tesco cruises to rescue over cancelled JTA Travel trip
We were told we would get a full refund as customers were protected by the Association of British Travel Agents. But ABTA says JTA Travel must repay us, so we are caught between the two. from Travel News | Top Europe Destinations & Holiday Ideas | Mail Online https://ift.tt/2XB6uNy
Two new London Underground stations open on the Northern Line
Battersea Power Station and Nine Elms, now on the Northern Line, are the first new stations on the Tube in the 21st century from The Independent Travel https://ift.tt/3Atuosw
The Holiday Guru tackles readers' Covid-related travel issues, including a testing fiasco in Kos
The Holiday Guru is always on hand to answer your questions. And with the pandemic causing mass confusion among travellers, the Guru's advice has never been more sought-after. from Travel News | Top Europe Destinations & Holiday Ideas | Mail Online https://ift.tt/3kjg6oF
Tennis player Jamie Murray talks about his travels, including his love for New York
This week tennis player Jamie Murray checks in to our travel Q&A. He talks about his earliest holiday memory, his favourite Scottish trips and why New York is the best place to play tennis. from Travel News | Top Europe Destinations & Holiday Ideas | Mail Online https://ift.tt/3kmV2h2
Birmingham hotel review: Inside High Field Town House in Edgbaston
The Inspector checked into High Field Town House in Edgbaston. He liked his 'bright and cheerful' bedroom. But he was underwhelmed with his burger at dinner, as well as the breakfast offering. from Travel News | Top Europe Destinations & Holiday Ideas | Mail Online https://ift.tt/2XuaDDb
Covid UK: Quarantine hotels DO work as just 1 in 170 infected travellers spread the virus
Britain's hotel quarantine scheme has been controversial, with MPs slamming them as prison-like and authoritarian. Brits have been forced to pay up to £2,000 to stay in them. from Travel News | Top Europe Destinations & Holiday Ideas | Mail Online https://ift.tt/2XstSgt
New travel changes: What are they, and what are the effects?
Travel agents are experiencing a surge of bookings to Turkey from The Independent Travel https://ift.tt/3hHQNuM
What is the latest travel guidance and what does it mean for holidaymakers?
Here’s everything you need to know about the changes. from The Independent Travel https://ift.tt/3lEiWnI
Where to discover diving in the UK and do your bit to save our seas
Covid may have ruled out exotic waters for now, but there’s still a chance to experience the ocean closer to home during AWARE week. from The Independent Travel https://ift.tt/3EESe7o
Holiday bookings soar as ministers axe traffic light system for a single red list
Within minutes of the official announcement, travel agents were deluged with inquiries for countries including Turkey (pictured) and predicted this weekend would be their busiest of the year. from Travel News | Top Europe Destinations & Holiday Ideas | Mail Online https://ift.tt/3EtAzPS
Five-star hotels in the UK: How do they get their top ratings?
Do you crave 'a substantial writing table with excellent free space'? That's one of the criteria for a five-star hotel. Here's everything you need to know about the science behind star ratings... from Travel News | Top Europe Destinations & Holiday Ideas | Mail Online https://ift.tt/3hLsZqa
Family holidays in Europe: Take in the delights of German spa town Baden-Baden
Still hankering after a holiday? During her visit to the spa town of Baden-Baden, Fiona Hardcastle and her family race past pine trees on bobsleighs and soak in the Caracalla Spa. from Travel News | Top Europe Destinations & Holiday Ideas | Mail Online https://ift.tt/3zfRwJD
Britain at its best: Exploring the remarkable city of Wakefield - the art and soul of Yorkshire
In the 1980s, Wakefield was knocked sideways by the closure of the Yorkshire mines - but it has since made a name for itself thanks to its outstanding museums. from Travel News | Top Europe Destinations & Holiday Ideas | Mail Online https://ift.tt/3khxHxu
When is the next green list update announcement?
The UK’s traffic light system is being scrapped from 4 October, but no future announcements have yet been confirmed by the DfT from The Independent Travel https://ift.tt/2VNLySE
Europe city breaks: Tirana revealed as the cheapest city... while Oslo is the priciest destination
Post Office Travel Money compared the cost of typical city-break items in 40 different cities - including drinks, an evening meal for two with wine, and two nights' three-star accommodation. from Travel News | Top Europe Destinations & Holiday Ideas | Mail Online https://ift.tt/3tMTQH8
Travel industry relief mixed with fury after government eases rules
‘There isn’t a shred of scientific evidence to support keeping South Africa on the red list’ – David Frost, CEO of Satsa, representing Southern Africa’s tourism industry from The Independent Travel https://ift.tt/3lzcoa1
Travel update: Which countries are on the red list?
There are currently 62 countries on the UK’s red list, with eight to be removed on 22 September from The Independent Travel https://ift.tt/3lCCGIj
Travel update: Which countries are on the green list?
There are 51 countries and territories on a new ‘safe to travel’ list, which will replace the former green and amber lists from The Independent Travel https://ift.tt/3EvIyf4
Traffic light system to be scrapped from 4 October, PCR tests to continue until end of month
Green, red and amber to be scrapped in favour of just two lists, a red one of countries deemed unsafe for travel, and another for the rest of the world from The Independent Travel https://ift.tt/2Xpcitk
Covid and climate fears drive Britons to boating holidays
UK staycation effect is helping leisure marine industry recover from pandemic, says British Marine boss from The Independent Travel https://ift.tt/3lxERwP
Surge in accidents on London Underground as passengers scared to hold handrail
Escalator falls are ‘biggest risk from a personal injury perspective’, says managing director from The Independent Travel https://ift.tt/3nPwf7s
Hotels with Michelin-starred restaurants: Book a place at Europe's top tables from Puglia to Madeira
Gourmands are spoilt for choice all over Europe when it comes to hotels with Michelin-starred restaurants. From French classics to open lobster ravioli, look no further for a gourmet getaway... from Travel News | Top Europe Destinations & Holiday Ideas | Mail Online https://ift.tt/3Cp6SgP
World's largest cruise ship the Wonder of the Seas completes sea trials - and will debut in 2022
The footage shows Wonder of the Seas being towed out of the Chantiers de l'Atlantique shipyard in Saint-Nazaire, France, where she was built - then being put through her paces on the open seas. from Travel News | Top Europe Destinations & Holiday Ideas | Mail Online https://ift.tt/3zk7L8s
Holiday sites see rise in demand for Maldives, Mexico and Sri Lanka
EXCLUSIVE: Travel experts anticipate a 'large increase in bookings this weekend' for foreign trips if the Government goes ahead with tearing up testing rules for the fully vaccinated. from Travel News | Top Europe Destinations & Holiday Ideas | Mail Online https://ift.tt/3hCZsyz
Dubai has a dark secret of medieval injustice... the princess is only the start, writes GUY ADAMS
GUY ADAMS: The princess is under armed guard, recently smuggling out remarkable videos telling how she had been seized by commandos while in international waters. from Travel News | Top Europe Destinations & Holiday Ideas | Mail Online https://ift.tt/3bj59hp
Holidays have meant playing Covid test roulette, it's time it stops
A mooted shake-up will be too late for families who paid hundreds for tests to go on summer holidays, but it wasn't just the cost, it was working out what you needed and who to trust. from Travel News | Top Europe Destinations & Holiday Ideas | Mail Online https://ift.tt/3lPqfcD
Adventure tour companies have to (re-)start somewhere. Why not Norfolk?
The Man Who Pays His Way: Formerly intrepid adventure specialists are pinning their hopes on East Anglia and Europe’s Christmas markets from The Independent Travel https://ift.tt/2XqPGch
Plastic-free paddling: A kayak adventure with a twist in Suffolk
A trip down the river Orwell is a fun way to join the fight against plastic pollution, finds Jennifer Hudson from The Independent Travel https://ift.tt/3hD7p6T
Fascinating images show how airline Cathay Pacific has transformed over the past 75 years
Hong Kong-based Cathay Pacific has put in a shift and it's still going strong, as these images prove. They show how it has been transformed over the decades as it celebrates its 75th birthday. from Travel News | Top Europe Destinations & Holiday Ideas | Mail Online https://ift.tt/39bVIzA
Anti-vaxxer Welsh eco-resort that banned guests WITH jabs says it is fully booked
Blaeneinion eco-retreat in Machynlleth, Powys in Wales announced it will only welcome unvaccinated guests back in July and is now fully booked for weeks. from Travel News | Top Europe Destinations & Holiday Ideas | Mail Online https://ift.tt/2Xs4u9V
Dundee: How the city would have looked 20,000 years ago under a 0.6-mile-thick ICE SHEET
The video was made by glaciologist Max Van Wyk de Vries of the University of Minnesota and design expert Kieran Duncan of the University of Dundee. from Travel News | Top Europe Destinations & Holiday Ideas | Mail Online https://ift.tt/3nFBTcf
What time is the travel announcement expected today?
Government sources have told press that major changes to the UK’s travel rules will be announced today from The Independent Travel https://ift.tt/2XyzoxV
Travel update – live: Radical changes to red list and PCR tests expected in today’s announcement
Red list could be halved and PCR testing reduced or scrapped for double vaccinated from The Independent Travel https://ift.tt/3EnIazn
Travel expert Simon Calder answers six of the best questions about your next trip abroad
Red list moves for Mexico and the Maldives? US vaccination rules? And is a Dubai vaccination worthless? from The Independent Travel https://ift.tt/3Co5BH9
How 9/11 changed Afghanistan and tarnished the United States’ reputation
Biden may well find that abandoning Afghanistan does not actually take him to a happy place for long, writes Kim Sengupta from The Independent Travel https://ift.tt/3ntJ87n
‘Got this monster off the plane’: Anger as toddler removed from plane for not wearing mask during asthma attack
‘We were escorted off the plane as I was holding a mask over his little face. I genuinely don’t have words,’ mother says from The Independent Travel https://ift.tt/3lwFruT
FOX NEWS: Couple road trips in converted hearse nicknamed ‘The Grim Sleeper’
Couple road trips in converted hearse nicknamed ‘The Grim Sleeper’ Shannon Orr, 24, and Iain Cameron, 31, from Warrington, U.K., drove across Scotland’s North Coast 500 in their 1998 Volvo 960 Hearse. via FOX NEWS https://ift.tt/39gyIQ5
Teletext Holidays threatened with legal action over refund delays for cancelled trips in pandemic
Andrea Coscelli, chief executive of the Competition and Markets Authority (CMA), said the package holiday firm 'must comply with the law'. from Travel News | Top Europe Destinations & Holiday Ideas | Mail Online https://ift.tt/3kc8Mv7
The stunning winners of the 2021 Ocean Photography Awards
Showcasing the deep blue sea and the life within in all its beauty and complexity, photographers around the world swam through shark-infested waters and blooms of jellyfish to get the perfect shot. from Travel News | Top Europe Destinations & Holiday Ideas | Mail Online https://ift.tt/3hD1FtY
How 9/11 changed travel forever
The attacks may have sparked a new era of tightened security for tourists and left New York City swept clean of its beloved visitors - but the city’s resilience is as strong as ever, writes Sunshine Flint from The Independent Travel https://ift.tt/3tzONcI
Red list roulette: which countries will stay on the UK’s highest risk travel list?
‘No other country stands out more than the Maldives for removal from the hotel quarantine category’ from The Independent Travel https://ift.tt/3hCndqC
Coronavirus: How safe is it to travel by plane, train or cruise liner?
International travel has resumed, but just how safe is it? from The Independent Travel https://ift.tt/3hDaC6O
Swap Prague for Olomouc, the Czech Republic’s undiscovered city break
Craving the toytown architecture and warming cuisine of central Europe? Skip tourist-trodden Prague and veer east for charming Olomouc, says Mike MacEacheran from The Independent Travel https://ift.tt/3EpaL7h
You can now have afternoon tea on the ‘Orient Express’ - in the Lake District
The prop French SNCF steam train was purpose-built for the filming of Kenneth Branagh’s 2017 ‘Murder on the Orient Express’ film from The Independent Travel https://ift.tt/3EnT9c9
Simon Calder’s travel update predictions: What changes are likely to be made today?
Our travel correspondent assesses the likely moves on testing, the red list and vaccination recognition at this week’s update from The Independent Travel https://ift.tt/3ChRoLL
‘Eden Project North’ botanical gardens planned for Lancashire
Morecambe site aims to ‘reimagine the British seaside resort for the 21st century’ from The Independent Travel https://ift.tt/3tHRpWg
October holiday guide: Southern Europe is balmy, the crowds have gone and there are bargains galore
Play golf on the Algarve's plushest estate, or tuck into seafood on the island of Formentera - here are 10 suggestions for a wonderful week of autumn sunshine in Europe. from Travel News | Top Europe Destinations & Holiday Ideas | Mail Online https://ift.tt/2XmLYQV
Record high temperatures and drought have left California's Mt. Shasta without its usual snowcover
Record heatwaves and droughts in California have left Mt. Shasta with almost no snow cover, a rare state that is only accelerating the melting of its already imperiled glaciers, experts say. from Travel News | Top Europe Destinations & Holiday Ideas | Mail Online https://ift.tt/2Xmih2r
Will PCR travel tests be scrapped this month?
Health Secretary Sajid Javid has hinted that testing for fully vaccinated travellers could be scrapped from The Independent Travel https://ift.tt/3CfW9oV
Don’t want to sit next to a baby on the plane? This airline shows you where they’re sitting
This Morning guest suggests the tool could be used by ‘perverts’ from The Independent Travel https://ift.tt/2XvhJqT
When will UK-US travel reopen?
Hopes are fading that the the US will ease restrictions before the end of the summer from The Independent Travel https://ift.tt/3CktAXp
What will replace the traffic light travel system?
Every day that the current system persists means jobs, hopes and opportunities are being crushed, says Simon Calder from The Independent Travel https://ift.tt/3kc2f3I
Red list: Which countries could be taken off when travel system changes?
Covid data analyst Tim White makes his predictions for which nations will stay on the UK’s red list - and which should be removed from The Independent Travel https://ift.tt/3zb5dcN
Travel update – live: Industry anxiously awaits announcement, as changes to red list and testing expected
Leaks to the press suggest PCR testing will be reduced and the amber list scrapped from The Independent Travel https://ift.tt/3EqbGnY
Simon Calder’s ‘Ask me Anything’: The Independent’s travel expert answers your questions live
Simon Calder takes your questions on what’s next for travel this autumn and winter from The Independent Travel https://ift.tt/3nDVny0
Astronaut takes stunning pictures of the Southern Lights from the International Space Station
French astronaut Thomas Pesquet has captured breathtaking images of the Southern Lights with what appears to be a rare bluish hue. Here are five of his photos of the stunning phenomenon... from Travel News | Top Europe Destinations & Holiday Ideas | Mail Online https://ift.tt/2XllbDU
Life-size camel carvings in Saudi Arabia are almost TWICE the age of Stonehenge
Life-size camel sculptures in Saudi Arabia that were thought to be 2,000 years old actually date back 8,000 years, new analysis by the Max Planck Institute for the Science of Human History has revealed. from Travel News | Top Europe Destinations & Holiday Ideas | Mail Online https://ift.tt/2Z0lwgj
How Bristol Freighter planes flew drivers and cars to France and back after WWII
Released in 1946 after a successful test flight a year earlier, the Bristol Type 170 Freighter was a product of the rapid advance of technological development ushered in by the 1939-1945 conflict. from Travel News | Top Europe Destinations & Holiday Ideas | Mail Online https://ift.tt/3jXnCWo
South West Coastal 300: the idyllic Scottish road trip without the crowds
More keen to take in the great outdoors than elbow through tourists at Scotland’s busiest attractions? This is the route for you, writes Rachel Mills from The Independent Travel https://ift.tt/3tIMGU5
What are the rules for travelling to Greece?
With Greece on the ‘amber’ list, is a Greek getaway on the cards? from The Independent Travel https://ift.tt/3hAWGKm
Liverpool’s John Lennon Airport gets ‘state-of-the-art’ Covid testing facility
The onsite laboratory offers testing with a three-hour turnaround from The Independent Travel https://ift.tt/39ovZEp
A fascinating cycling tour of North East England along the world's oldest former railways
Carlton Reid rode along the Bowes and the Tanfield railway paths close to Newcastle, the latter running along a waggonway route that dates back to the 1620s. from Travel News | Top Europe Destinations & Holiday Ideas | Mail Online https://ift.tt/3tIwWjX
Can I travel to Spain from the UK? All the rules you need to know
Spain remains on the government’s ‘amber’ list of holiday destinations from The Independent Travel https://ift.tt/398VPMh
Vietnam to start phased reopening to tourists in October
Only double vaccinated travellers will be permitted to visit the Vietnamese island of Phu Quoc from The Independent Travel https://ift.tt/2VHqf59
When do I need to renew my passport? The post-Brexit rules
Seeing headlines about passports expiring after Brexit? Here are the rules as stated by the European Union, not the UK government from The Independent Travel https://ift.tt/3mE1pyk
AOC’s brother defends her Met Gala dress: ‘Y’all love to talk sh** about someone who walks the walk’
‘She wore a statement dress about the ultra-rich not paying their fair share right in front of their faces’ from The Independent Travel https://ift.tt/39fybh3
Discounted airline sandwiches sold off on final flights of the day to cut waste
Swiss airline emulates practice employed by Ryanair and Great Western Railway from The Independent Travel https://ift.tt/3ChKaXU
Dartmoor to crack down on camping after surge in antisocial incidents
Prohibited fires, camper vans and litter have become a common sight on the protected moorland from The Independent Travel https://ift.tt/2XjHOt7
Airlines and travel firms face millions in claims after applying wrong passport rules
Exclusive: Thousands of passengers unlawfully denied boarding because the UK government misinterpreted EU borders code from The Independent Travel https://ift.tt/3nw8y49
British Airways pilots at new Gatwick operation to be paid less than easyJet’s
Pilot pay cuts are just one of the measures BA will take to create a leaner short-haul subsidiary from The Independent Travel https://ift.tt/3kVs1Ze
15 of your urgent Covid data travel questions answered by expert Tim White
As we head towards new territory in the world of travel ahead of the next traffic light announcements due imminently and on 1 October data expert Tim White has looked at the current scenario for going abroad from The Independent Travel https://ift.tt/2XkdQFm
Scrap amber list and testing for the double jabbed, says Heathrow boss
Heathrow has fallen from being Europe’s busiest airport in 2019 to number 10 from The Independent Travel https://ift.tt/3luT2mv
From ‘contactless’ chalet staff to pre-stocked kitchens – what skiers can expect from the French slopes this winter
Hannah Millington looks at new Covid-safe solutions on the slopes in Meribel. from The Independent Travel https://ift.tt/3CdXMDL
Enjoy chardonnay grapes, granny smith apples and pumpkins: Top harvest festival days out for food lovers
Celebrate a season of good food with these fun days out and workshops, says Sarah Marshall. from The Independent Travel https://ift.tt/399PLmU
What time is the travel announcement expected today?
Government sources have suggested the update could take place today or tomorrow from The Independent Travel https://ift.tt/2XdsjSV
Qantas to restart Australia to London flights - but only if quarantine is eased, says executive
‘The most popular destination we’re seeing for bookings is London, from both Sydney and Melbourne’ – Stephanie Tully, chief customer officer from The Independent Travel https://ift.tt/2XgoT1K
We quit our jobs to convert the train from Branagh's Murder on the Orient Express into a tearoom
Di and Si Parums once worked in health and safety. Today, they are the proud owners of the renovated Bassenthwaite Lake Station and its movie-set tearooms. from Travel News | Top Europe Destinations & Holiday Ideas | Mail Online https://ift.tt/3ntVQD0
Travel news – live: Turkey, Maldives and South Africa ‘should’ come off red list, as UK-Aus flights go on sale
What’s next for travel? The Independent’s travel correspondent gives his opinion from The Independent Travel https://ift.tt/3kdyCyI
OMG: it’s OWG. And the ‘High Love’ Experience
‘Through this journey, you will not only discover a place, a different way of life and new faces, but you will also discover yourself’ – WTAF? from The Independent Travel https://ift.tt/3loyyvx
Coronavirus: How to stay safe on a flight
As leisure travel tentatively resumes, here’s how to avoid getting ill when flying from The Independent Travel https://ift.tt/2YfNt3b
Ask the experts: Will the UK’s red list remain as the travel system is overhauled?
‘There is really no justification for having a red list at all at this stage’ - analyst Donal Kane from The Independent Travel https://ift.tt/3lubQCu
One in six UK travellers would hop on a plane today, according to a new report
The global survey also suggests half of British passengers will be happy to get on a plane by the end of the year. from The Independent Travel https://ift.tt/3hz3Sqe
Hiking the Velebit Trail: Croatia has been hiding one of Europe’s great treks
With the Balkan country back on the green list, there’s no better time to combine a hardcore hiking holiday with a classic Adriatic escape, writes Peter Watson from The Independent Travel https://ift.tt/3lqUKVO
‘Panic and shouting’ aboard delayed Ibiza to Manchester Jet2 flight
‘It was really scary, we didn’t know what was going on’ from The Independent Travel https://ift.tt/2Xh9GNU
Enchanting woodland 'Bearbnb' inspired by the Winnie the Pooh house now available on Airbnb
Fancy spending the night in a 'Bearbnb' inspired by the Winnie the Pooh house? The charming den has tree trunks framing the doorway and, inside, the shelves are piled high with 'hunny' pots. from Travel News | Top Europe Destinations & Holiday Ideas | Mail Online https://ift.tt/3hwz0H4
Border chaos continues at Manchester Airport
Border chaos has spread to Manchester Airport as passengers complained of 'ridiculous' queues and mocked the rota managers at the site as the airport was branded 'still Britain's worst'. from Travel News | Top Europe Destinations & Holiday Ideas | Mail Online https://ift.tt/3k61Z67
Britain's most expensive beach hut hits the market for record-breaking £575,000
The 13ft by 10ft timber cabin sits on the Mudeford sandbank in Christchurch Harbour, Dorset, well-known for being home to some of the most expensive beach huts in Britain. from Travel News | Top Europe Destinations & Holiday Ideas | Mail Online https://ift.tt/3A91nlZ
Couple argue with crew over mask wearing before being thrown off flight
‘They’re kicking us off and I don’t know why... We’re Americans’ says woman in video from The Independent Travel https://ift.tt/3tGnWvR
‘Do not enter this seating area’: Some tubes and trains keep Covid blocks in place
Exclusive: ’Doing this helps keep the Bakerloo Line running for essential journeys,’ commuters are told from The Independent Travel https://ift.tt/2XlEnC1
Woman who developed IBS following stomach bug on ‘nightmare’ holiday receives payout from Tui
The holiday firm has paid £60,000 to families who sued them after taking ill during holidays in Hurghada in 2017 from The Independent Travel https://ift.tt/3nxh9TZ
Covid data expert Tim White to host an ‘ask me anything’ live ahead of the next travel announcement
Tim White will be on hand to answer your questions about the current Covid data might affect your travel plans in coming weeks and months from The Independent Travel https://ift.tt/3ntacmX
Brush up on your painting: The pub in East Sussex that offers art courses for all talents
The Bell in Ticehurst runs art classes on select dates, teaching Old Master painting techniques. There, Harry Mount learned how to paint an apple in the style of Caravaggio. from Travel News | Top Europe Destinations & Holiday Ideas | Mail Online https://ift.tt/3hvzeyh
A family road trip across Germany that takes in some of Europe's finest hotels
MailOnline's Fiona Hardcastle recounts a 2,500-mile road trip through Germany's historical and cultural riches, which at times wowed even her most cynical child... from Travel News | Top Europe Destinations & Holiday Ideas | Mail Online https://ift.tt/3llfrTc
Travel news – live: Holiday bookings drop by 83% under UK rules, and France bans unvaccinated US travellers
Almost half of travel companies say they have seen no increase in bookings compared to last year, despite vaccine rollout from The Independent Travel https://ift.tt/3hqbBqL
Holiday bookings collapse 83% as travel restrictions bite
‘A diminished holiday industry is a diminished aviation industry’ says Abta chief from The Independent Travel https://ift.tt/3nvmLyq
Red list: Which countries could be taken off when travel system changes?
Covid data analyst Tim White makes his predictions for which nations will stay on the UK’s red list - and which should be removed from The Independent Travel https://ift.tt/3C8LDQw
The incredible winners of the 2021 Drone Awards unveiled
These images have been taken by the high-flyers of the photography world. They are some of the top shots in the Drone Awards 2021 - 'the most important international contest of aerial photography'. from Travel News | Top Europe Destinations & Holiday Ideas | Mail Online https://ift.tt/3liMXJQ
Holiday prices could soar next year, warns Ryanair boss
As 2022 bookings surge, there will be ‘about 20 per cent less short-haul capacity in Europe’ from The Independent Travel https://ift.tt/3lignaL
Manchester airport closed for an hour as firefighters provide medical help
Planes were diverted to Birmingham and East Midlands airports from The Independent Travel https://ift.tt/3npq2yX
More than 300,000 estimated to have broken quarantine rules
The cases were passed to investigators between March and May from The Independent Travel https://ift.tt/3lcqUEk
When is the next UK travel update?
The UK’s traffic light system will be updated every three weeks, or according to changing risk levels from The Independent Travel https://ift.tt/3C9CyXo
Law firm brings action against government over hotel quarantine rules
London-based firm PGMBM says blanket approach is ‘unlawful deprivation of liberty’ from The Independent Travel https://ift.tt/3k6TYOm
Heathrow scrapes back into top 10 of European airports
‘If ministers fail to streamline the travel rules then the UK will fall further behind’ – John Holland-Kaye, CEO, Heathrow from The Independent Travel https://ift.tt/3lixd9z
Italy holidays: Bestselling author Mary Bly on why the island of Elba is a must-visit
Elba is the setting for Mary Bly's novel Lizzie and Dante. The American author writes: 'It's a wonderful place when you long for excellent, simple food, sunshine, and postcard-perfect sunsets.' from Travel News | Top Europe Destinations & Holiday Ideas | Mail Online https://ift.tt/2YVERzn
What will replace the traffic light travel system?
Every day that the current system persists means jobs, hopes and opportunities are being crushed, says Simon Calder from The Independent Travel https://ift.tt/3lkHpOY
Travel news – live: 24 red-list countries could turn green, as 300,000 suspected of breaking quarantine rules
Sources suggest travel lists will be narrowed down to just two - a ‘go’ and a ‘no go’ from The Independent Travel https://ift.tt/390KmhN
Pen Farthing says he is ‘so happy’ after animal shelter staff escape to Pakistan
The charity owner said his staff were ‘now safely in Islamabad’ from The Independent Travel https://ift.tt/3A6IEaG
Ministers plan to axe costly PCR tests for double-jabbed travellers
Health Secretary Sajid Javid insisted the rules will not stay in place 'a second longer than is absolutely necessary' - amid claims they will be axed in time for the October school half-term. from Travel News | Top Europe Destinations & Holiday Ideas | Mail Online https://ift.tt/3jZZfr0
Exclusive for Mail on Sunday readers: Dance along the Danube and meet Anton Du Beke and Erin Boag
We're giving you the opportunity to join Anton Du Beke and his long-term dance partner and fellow Strictly Come Dancing favourite Erin Boag on an exclusive eight-day Danube river cruise. from Travel News | Top Europe Destinations & Holiday Ideas | Mail Online https://ift.tt/3z4cGKO
City hotels that have an oasis as standard, from London to New York
Booking a hotel by a park is a great way to enjoy some greenery while on a busy city break. Here The Mail on Sunday's Tom Chesshyre rounds up the best options for all budgets. from Travel News | Top Europe Destinations & Holiday Ideas | Mail Online https://ift.tt/2VyxUmf
The thrill of a 007-inspired adventure weekend in the Highlands
The Mail on Sunday's Stuart Forster had a crash-course in using a bolt-action rifle and learnt the art of camouflage and concealment during an exhilarating trip to Scotland. from Travel News | Top Europe Destinations & Holiday Ideas | Mail Online https://ift.tt/3Eke3Jl
Photographer Peter Rajkai sets Instagram alight with photos of amazing buildings and landscapes
Scrolling through photographer Peter Rajkai's Instagram feed is a journey of discovery. Here we present 20 of Peter's top shots, taken in the likes of Greenland, Hungary and the UK. from Travel News | Top Europe Destinations & Holiday Ideas | Mail Online https://ift.tt/3ntq88O
Why a sea-view balcony room at The Grand Brighton hotel should be on YOUR bucket list
Ted Thornhill checked into a fifth-floor 'Grand Collection Deluxe Sea View Double Room' at The Grand Brighton. He was mesmerised by the hive of seafront activity below and loved the suave grey hues. from Travel News | Top Europe Destinations & Holiday Ideas | Mail Online https://ift.tt/2VFrjXq
Los Angeles - then and now: Fascinating vintage pictures of the city matched with modern-day images
Los Angeles Then and Now, by Rosemary Lord, chronicles LA's fascinating evolution since the 1870s. Here are 20 mesmerising photos of LA's past and present... from Travel News | Top Europe Destinations & Holiday Ideas | Mail Online https://ift.tt/3noSLE9
Couple banned from US airline JetBlue after refusing to wear face masks
Face masks are required to travel within and in or out of the US, according to CDC guidelines from The Independent Travel https://ift.tt/2VBmVIU
How 9/11 changed Afghanistan and tarnished the United States’ reputation
Biden may well find that abandoning Afghanistan does not actually take him to a happy place for long, writes Kim Sengupta from The Independent Travel https://ift.tt/3ntJ87n
How 9/11 changed travel forever
The attacks may have sparked a new era of tightened security for tourists and left New York City swept clean of its beloved visitors - but the city’s resilience is as strong as ever, writes Sunshine Flint from The Independent Travel https://ift.tt/3tzONcI
Staycation hotel review: Inside the new and 'perfect' Pig In The South Downs
The Pig In The South Downs is the eighth Pig hotel of the litter. The Inspector said the vibe was 'effortlessly inclusive' and he liked his 'moody green' bedroom. He gave it a top five-star score. from Travel News | Top Europe Destinations & Holiday Ideas | Mail Online https://ift.tt/2VCfPnw
Australia is finally opening up - and sublime Rottnest Island is more irresistible than ever
Quokkas, which are native to Rottnest, have managed to put an island that no one outside Australia had ever heard of firmly on the tourist trail. Fiona McIntosh went to explore the holiday hotspot. from Travel News | Top Europe Destinations & Holiday Ideas | Mail Online https://ift.tt/3hqz4Ia
The Holiday Guru tackles readers' Covid-related travel issues
The Holiday Guru is always on hand to answer your questions. And with the pandemic causing mass confusion among travellers, the Guru's advice has never been more sought-after. from Travel News | Top Europe Destinations & Holiday Ideas | Mail Online https://ift.tt/38YArcB
Author and former Home Secretary Alan Johnson talks about his travels
This week Alan Johnson checks in to our travel Q&A. He talks about his love for Crete, a memorable trip to Brazil and the creature comforts he can't live without on holiday. from Travel News | Top Europe Destinations & Holiday Ideas | Mail Online https://ift.tt/2X8E9hh
Travel expert Simon Calder answers 22 questions about your next holiday
Will my cruise call at Montenegro next month condemn me to hotel quarantine? And when will those pesky post-arrival PCR tests disappear? from The Independent Travel https://ift.tt/2XauC97
France announces ban on unvaccinated Americans for nonessential travel
EU recommends member countries to limit arrivals from United States from The Independent Travel https://ift.tt/3ld0Tox
Holidays in Switzerland: Why you should hop to the hip Carouge area in Geneva
Jo Knowsley explores the once-sleepy fishing hamlet that lies a short tram ride from central Geneva. It has a main street 'bursting with the stores of bespoke craftsmen and women'. from Travel News | Top Europe Destinations & Holiday Ideas | Mail Online https://ift.tt/3zXyGZ0
Which amber countries will let in British holidaymakers?
Travellers returning from amber list countries can avoid quarantine by being fully vaccinated from The Independent Travel https://ift.tt/38X5rtG
The 20 most unusual places to stay in Britain revealed, from Scotland to Suffolk
The UK ranking was produced by analysing thousands of listings on the holiday accommodation website HostUnusual.com, taking Google reviews into account. from Travel News | Top Europe Destinations & Holiday Ideas | Mail Online https://ift.tt/3l9w8kp
Back to basics: why a remote Scottish hut is as sustainable as it is stylish
Scotland’s 1,000 Huts initiative connects rewilding projects with travellers seeking a stripped-back holiday, says Margaret Banford from The Independent Travel https://ift.tt/3nl14Rp
EU removes Japan and four other countries from its safe travel list
Infection rates in the east Asian country spiked last month, but the country remains on the UK’s amber list from The Independent Travel https://ift.tt/2X7nqKY
Wacky rail races along Britain’s broad shoulder
The Man Who Pays His Way: New train operator Lumo will make the Newcastle-Edinburgh portion of the East Coast main line the most competitive stretch of track in western Europe from The Independent Travel https://ift.tt/3yUD1Ln
The world's best superyachts of 2021 revealed - including a British-built floating 'work of art'
Fourteen trophies were handed out to 12 vessels at Boat International's World Superyacht Awards, with the British-built 33.9m (111ft) Geist taking home the coveted award for Sailing Yacht of the Year. from Travel News | Top Europe Destinations & Holiday Ideas | Mail Online https://ift.tt/2X2xPrs
The rise of the workation: How the pandemic spawned a new holiday trend
The ability to work remotely is creating a new type of travel, finds Helen Coffey from The Independent Travel https://ift.tt/3E4DNZL
Major UK airlines gave holidaymakers ‘incorrect and contradictory’ advice about travel rules
Agents from British Airways, Ryanair, easyJet and Jet2 said they had never heard of lateral flow tests from The Independent Travel https://ift.tt/3C4cptn
Jet Airways resurrection in doubt as Boeing 777 is sold for just £6.5m
The Indian airline Jet Airways stopped flying in April 2019 after running out of cash from The Independent Travel https://ift.tt/2X47R6T
Simon Calder’s ‘Ask me Anything’: The Independent’s travel expert answers your questions live
Simon Calder takes your questions on what’s next for travel this autumn and winter from The Independent Travel https://ift.tt/3lald9V
Travel news – live: More reports of new rules to replace traffic light system as rail commuter numbers plunge
Sources say the new system may be based on vaccination status from The Independent Travel https://ift.tt/3tsu0I4
Rail commuting two-thirds down on pre-pandemic levels – with ‘dire impact’ on city centres
‘It is now vital that people change how they get around’ – Andrew Carter, CEO, Centre for Cities from The Independent Travel https://ift.tt/2YIzOSG
Marjorie Taylor Greene fined for refusing to wear mask on House floor a third time
Congresswoman puts her money where her mask was after calling on GOP to refuse mandates from The Independent Travel https://ift.tt/3BXiGH7
PCR tests for travel: The cheapest ways to buy one
Some enterprising companies are subsidising the cost from The Independent Travel https://ift.tt/3jWsvPr
UK travellers spent over £1bn on mandatory Covid tests this summer, research reveals
‘A whole summer has gone by with consumers being ripped off with tests they don’t need at sky-high prices’ from The Independent Travel https://ift.tt/3twr5hB
Britain at its best: Exploring the historical Cambridgeshire city of Ely
The Daily Mail's Kit Hesketh-Harvey reveals the history behind one of the most unique landscapes in England - and a stunning cathedral built by William the Conqueror. from Travel News | Top Europe Destinations & Holiday Ideas | Mail Online https://ift.tt/2WZFYgi
Heathrow warns passengers to 'expect unacceptable queueing times'
MPs and travel industry leaders have called on Priti Patel, Transport Secretary Grant Shapps and Border Force chief Paul Lincoln to take urgent action to bring a halt to the chaotic scenes. from Travel News | Top Europe Destinations & Holiday Ideas | Mail Online https://ift.tt/2YAsE2F
There's no better way to experience the majestic Norwegian fjords than on board a luxury cruise ship
The Daily Mail's Roger Alton boarded the Viking Jupiter in Tromso for its 'Into the Midnight Sun' cruise. He found that the vessel was 'relatively compact', with only 900 passengers. from Travel News | Top Europe Destinations & Holiday Ideas | Mail Online https://ift.tt/3l5VQpP
When will the travel traffic light system end?
There are rumblings that the UK travel traffic light system is set to be scrapped from The Independent Travel https://ift.tt/3E0nPzQ
What will replace the traffic light travel system?
Every day that the current system persists means jobs, hopes and opportunities are being crushed, says Simon Calder from The Independent Travel https://ift.tt/3z1JjIR
Manchester ranked third in Time Out’s World’s Best Cities list
The northern city came top in the annual index, while London lags behind in thirteenth place from The Independent Travel https://ift.tt/3zXNuHb
Jerez city guide: where to eat, drink, shop and taste sherry in Spain’s underrated foodie city
One point on Andalucia’s ‘sherry triangle’, this sultry city has ancient bodegas for tastings, steamy Arabic baths and Moorish architecture, writes Adam Turner from The Independent Travel https://ift.tt/3k2rO7n
Tottenham and 6 of the most incredible sports stadiums around the world
From the Bird’s Nest in Beijing to an ancient Greek-inspired running track, these are some of the best places to watch sport. from The Independent Travel https://ift.tt/3jS9j5k
Which countries are on the red list?
There are 62 countries on the high-risk list from The Independent Travel https://ift.tt/3C0E4LL
Which countries are on the green list?
There are 43 countries and territories on the green list from The Independent Travel https://ift.tt/3yTQQcN
When is the next UK travel update?
The UK’s traffic light system will be updated every three weeks, or according to changing risk levels from The Independent Travel https://ift.tt/38R1uqb
Former U.S intelligence officer reveals what it was like living on the secretive Diego Garcia base
Here we present images taken by former U.S intelligence officer and patrol plane pilot Bill Preston and Tarina Peterson, a flight attendant on military flights to Diego Garcia for four years. from Travel News | Top Europe Destinations & Holiday Ideas | Mail Online https://ift.tt/3A9HbjC
Risk of contracting Covid-19 on flights is 0.1%, claims new research
The new peer-reviewed study used data from nearly 10,000 air travellers to reach its conclusion from The Independent Travel https://ift.tt/3yUG9a4
The UK’s current staycation boom is unlikely to be sustainable, experts say
The Independent’s travel correspondent Simon Calder hosted ‘Travelling to the other side of the pandemic’ , the latest in our virtual event series from The Independent Travel https://ift.tt/3zWKxq9
easyJet rejects takeover bid and talks up post-pandemic prospects
The bidder, whose identity has not been revealed, has now dropped the proposal from The Independent Travel https://ift.tt/38Pt72U
Grandparents paying for family holidays in post-lockdown world
‘People really never thought they would be unable to see their grandchildren’ – Malcolm Bell, CEO, Visit Cornwall from The Independent Travel https://ift.tt/3yVJYvD
Travel news – live: Traffic light system will end in October, sources suggest as Ryanair launches new flights
‘Only vaccination status will count’ in the new system, said one source from The Independent Travel https://ift.tt/3hgdsOV
FOX NEWS: Hidden cameras in hotels and vacation rentals can be spotted using these methods, according to a viral video
Hidden cameras in hotels and vacation rentals can be spotted using these methods, according to a viral video It’s easier to rest when you feel safe. via FOX NEWS https://ift.tt/38T8i6B
TUI holidays: Why it’s not too late to book a last-minute getaway this summer
Book with peace of mind thanks to TUI’s Holiday Promise from The Independent Travel https://ift.tt/2WmGlBD
FOX NEWS: Unruly American Airlines passenger growls at flight crew, shouts 'Joe Biden, really?'
Unruly American Airlines passenger growls at flight crew, shouts 'Joe Biden, really?' Timothy Armstrong was issued a criminal citation for public intoxication and disorderly conduct following an 'in-air disturbance' aboard a flight from Los Angeles bound for Salt Lake City, Utah via FOX NEWS https://ift.tt/3DXvFu2
Toddler who was only child on an easyJet flight gets given VIP treatment
‘She got a shout out off the pilots and even got to meet them and sit in the cockpit’ said the child’s mother from The Independent Travel https://ift.tt/3BR127N
Which countries are only letting in double vaccinated travellers?
Had your jab? These destinations will open their doors to you from The Independent Travel https://ift.tt/3l4UQST
The world's best cities ranked by Time Out and it's San Francisco that's No1, with MANCHESTER third
The ranking was drawn up via a survey of 27,000 global participants in hundreds of cities around the world and 'the expertise of Time Out's global network of local editors and city experts. from Travel News | Top Europe Destinations & Holiday Ideas | Mail Online https://ift.tt/3yS1kJJ
‘Have you found Bob yet?’ What cabin crew phrases really mean
‘Is Tom Cruise’ on board?’ probably doesn’t mean what you think it does from The Independent Travel https://ift.tt/3l4AjxN
New travel test kit can be packed before you go and managed by smartphone
‘A properly medically administered test is more likely to give a true result’ says Simon Calder from The Independent Travel https://ift.tt/3l8vTWP
US moves Jamaica to its highest risk ‘unsafe’ travel list
The move may signal the downgrading of the island nation to the UK’s red list in the next government travel announcement from The Independent Travel https://ift.tt/2WZ8MWK
Why Alberta is the ultimate winter holiday for off-the-beaten-track adventure
Canada has reopened its borders to all fully vaccinated travellers – just in time for the best season, says Liz Connor. from The Independent Travel https://ift.tt/3zUdjrD
Discover the greatest urban green spaces around the globe
Walking through his local park during the lockdowns got Tom Chesshyre dreaming of parks around the globe, and inspired his latest book. from The Independent Travel https://ift.tt/38OJCw9
UK traffic travel light system ‘to be scrapped by 1 October’, says insider
Paul Charles has pre-empted government announcements in the past from The Independent Travel https://ift.tt/3toHbK3
Travel news – live: Traffic light system could end next month, new UK trains offer London-Edinburgh for £10
‘Some of us in the sector are aware of plans to create a simpler system’ says one industry insider from The Independent Travel https://ift.tt/3tpxdZd
London-Edinburgh for under £10: budget train link will give railcard discounts
Cheap Lumo tickets are being sold through other train operators, including rival LNER from The Independent Travel https://ift.tt/3zUvkGg
How the horror of 9/11 changed aviation
Plane Talk: The aftermath of the day when civil aircraft became weapons of mass destruction from The Independent Travel https://ift.tt/3E6C86j
When is the next green list travel update?
The UK’s traffic light system will be updated according to changing risk levels from The Independent Travel https://ift.tt/3tnLN32
Which countries are hottest in October – and what are the travel rules?
Seeking some autumn fun in the sun? Here are the warmest spots with the best weather for an October or November jaunt from The Independent Travel https://ift.tt/38J9dXo
Wishing you’d had a proper holiday? Check out these great deals for a late summer break
The sun is still shining and the water is still warm enough for a swim in many parts of our favourite short-haul destinations, says Sarah Marshall. from The Independent Travel https://ift.tt/3yUjFps
New cheap trains between London, Newcastle and Edinburgh – all you need to know
One-way fares on ‘Lumo’ between the English and Scottish capitals will range from £14.90 to £69 from The Independent Travel https://ift.tt/3yOWmNR
New Heathrow PCR departure tests deliver results in three hours
Some countries, such as Canada, demand a PCR test before departure from all travellers from The Independent Travel https://ift.tt/2WXPhNC
The best UK hotels where the spa's the star, from Corinthia London to Carden Park in Cheshire
Did you get enough downtime during the UK's grey summer to get you through winter? Probably not, so a hotel spa mini-break might be well in order to revitalise those weary bones. from Travel News | Top Europe Destinations & Holiday Ideas | Mail Online https://ift.tt/3ttFaMY
98% of pilots have no confidence in Grant Shapps’ support for travel sector
Fifty per cent of pilots surveyed said they will struggle to cover bills if furlough support ends from The Independent Travel https://ift.tt/3tnEgkN
Heathrow clears latest hurdle in plans for third runway
Climate campaigners have been protesting runway plans since they were approved in 2018 from The Independent Travel https://ift.tt/3kXG7Jz
'Is Tom Cruise on board?' We crack the cabin crew code you hear on holiday flights
Ben MacFarlane is a doctor who brings poorly Britons home after disasters. He's been flying through the pandemic and as planes have been half-empty has had time to learn crew secrets... from Travel News | Top Europe Destinations & Holiday Ideas | Mail Online https://ift.tt/2X0YYvg
Norfolk, Suffolk and Lincolnshire among the top 10 counties for buried treasure
There have been 8,775 pieces of buried treasure uncovered in England, Wales and Northern Ireland over the past decade, according to new research. from Travel News | Top Europe Destinations & Holiday Ideas | Mail Online https://ift.tt/3jMhXC9
Canada reopens to double jabbed international travellers
Travellers who have had both vaccines no longer need an ‘essential reason’ to visit from The Independent Travel https://ift.tt/2WT9xk9
Gatwick CEO calls for PCR tests to be scrapped for vaccinated travellers
The airline chief said that passenger confidence in the UK had been ‘shattered’ from The Independent Travel https://ift.tt/3BPwvXU
New cheap trains between London, Newcastle and Edinburgh – all you need to know
One-way fares on ‘Lumo’ between the English and Scottish capitals will range from £14.90 to £69 from The Independent Travel https://ift.tt/3DVvuzF
Travel news – live: Gatwick boss calls for PCR tests to be scrapped, as Canada reopens to the world
‘The time has come for testing to be removed altogether for travellers who have been double jabbed’ from The Independent Travel https://ift.tt/2X1K084
Budget trains to take on easyJet planes and LNER on East Coast main line
‘Lumo’ will offer almost 400 miles of rail travel between London and Edinburgh for under £15 from The Independent Travel https://ift.tt/2Yxz4jb
British Airways flight times increased by a quarter to avoid conflict zone hotspots
Exclusive: Delhi-Heathrow journeys swerve Afghanistan, Iran, Iraq and Israel, adding hours to journeys from The Independent Travel https://ift.tt/3jPB6n6
Queue chaos spreads to TWO more airports: Manchester and Luton
As families returned from their summer holidays for the start of the school term, one traveller collapsed after landing in London and luggage was seen tumbling from conveyor belts. from Travel News | Top Europe Destinations & Holiday Ideas | Mail Online https://ift.tt/3h4U2fA
Passport queues at Heathrow – what went wrong and will it be fixed?
The fact that the UK has the most tangled red tape for arriving travellers was not a factor in the long weekend queues from The Independent Travel https://ift.tt/3DOIarU
Pretty churches in UK national parks (including Bill Bryson's favourites)
In a bid to make discovering these churches easier, the National Churches Trust has created a new online visitors guide. Here are 24 of our picks from it... from Travel News | Top Europe Destinations & Holiday Ideas | Mail Online https://ift.tt/3nlSlP5
Brazil suspends beef exports to China after reporting two ‘atypical’ mad cow disease cases
Brazil is the world’s largest exporter of beef from The Independent Travel https://ift.tt/3h7LOn0
Emirates flight attendant faced random weight checks for being ‘too heavy’
‘Because I was 2kg over I was put in a weight management programme’ from The Independent Travel https://ift.tt/3zOIXXB
British Airways pilots at new budget Gatwick operation to be paid less than easyJet’s
Pilot pay cuts are just one of the measures BA will take to create a leaner low-cost subsidiary from The Independent Travel https://ift.tt/3kVs1Ze
Woman says she was ‘harassed’ and kicked off Alaska Airlines flight for wearing a crop top
‘I wore an outfit. That’s what happened,’ says passenger from The Independent Travel https://ift.tt/3yLom4P
Into the red: ‘laundering’ my travel status in Mexico to enter the US
Mexico may be on the UK’s travel red list, but Brits are travelling there to eventually gain entry to the US. Jamie Fullerton joined the launderers looking to get Stateside from The Independent Travel https://ift.tt/3BCBdbA
Almost a quarter of amber list travellers broke Covid rules, says ONS
The survey tracked 848 arrivals to the UK over a five-day period in July from The Independent Travel https://ift.tt/3BLbWvY
Exclusive for Mail on Sunday readers: Get a taste of glorious Norfolk with TV's Delia Smith
On this exclusive and memorable five-day tour you'll get to know the very best of Norfolk and enjoy a special culinary experience in the company of one of its most famous residents: Delia Smith. from Travel News | Top Europe Destinations & Holiday Ideas | Mail Online https://ift.tt/3zOTrWR
Dubai's back - and it's as bright as ever (and prices to the UAE are low right now)
Every week our Holiday Hero Neil Simpson takes an in-depth look at a brilliant holiday topic, doing all the legwork so you don't have to. This week: Bagging a sunshine break in Dubai. from Travel News | Top Europe Destinations & Holiday Ideas | Mail Online https://ift.tt/2WVFAQ0
Travel news – live: Quarter of amber list arrivals ignore Covid rules as Heathrow faces ‘unacceptable’ queues
Forty-one per cent of travellers didn’t understand the restrictions from The Independent Travel https://ift.tt/3kXQnRV
The Holiday Guru tackles readers' Covid-related travel issues
The Holiday Guru is always on hand to answer your questions. And with the pandemic causing mass confusion among travellers, the Guru's advice has never been more sought-after. from Travel News | Top Europe Destinations & Holiday Ideas | Mail Online https://ift.tt/3jL3MNZ
Home Office admits Heathrow queues ‘unacceptable’ as airport criticises Border Force over immigration checks
Passengers complain of ‘shambles’ after being forced to wait for as long as five hours from The Independent Travel https://ift.tt/3DOAMg7
FOX NEWS: How to road trip with kids, from parents who live in a bus year-round
How to road trip with kids, from parents who live in a bus year-round Will and Kristin Watson have been living in a renovated bus since April 2019 with their almost-3-year-old daughter Roam and their pitbull Rush. via FOX NEWS https://ift.tt/3kXZh1E
FOX NEWS: CDC urges unvaccinated travelers to stay home over Labor Day weekend
CDC urges unvaccinated travelers to stay home over Labor Day weekend NIH Director Dr. Francis Collins joins 'Cavuto Live' to discuss the risks of traveling this holiday weekend as well as booster shots, as Delta variant drives up infections, deaths via FOX NEWS https://ift.tt/3n2aHUV
Actress Susan George reveals how she fell in love with India and her top tips for visits to Vienna
This week, actress Susan George checks in to our travel Q&A. She talks about her earliest holiday memory, her favourite foreign city, her future travel plans - and more. from Travel News | Top Europe Destinations & Holiday Ideas | Mail Online https://ift.tt/3yQod0k
The best (and most eccentric) motorhomes, from converted horseboxes to 140mph super-vans
Who wants a plain shoebox on wheels? Why not go for one of the slightly more eccentric motorhome offerings on the market? As our guide shows, they come in all shapes and sizes... from Travel News | Top Europe Destinations & Holiday Ideas | Mail Online https://ift.tt/3kUcf0z
The Holiday Guru tackles readers' Covid and Brexit-related travel issues
The Holiday Guru is always on hand to answer your questions. And with the pandemic causing mass confusion among travellers, the Guru's advice has never been more sought-after. from Travel News | Top Europe Destinations & Holiday Ideas | Mail Online https://ift.tt/3tfGCSL
The Inspector checks in to The Relais Henley, Henley-on-Thames, following a £3million refurb
The Inspector upgraded to a 'delightful' £380 river view room at The Relais Henley. He enjoyed his dinner, but had issues with the size of the table. He also wasn't a fan of the plastic long-life milk. from Travel News | Top Europe Destinations & Holiday Ideas | Mail Online https://ift.tt/38GqaBS
FOX NEWS: Newly released details of the 'Ratatouille' ride coming to Disney
Newly released details of the 'Ratatouille' ride coming to Disney Remy's Ratatouille Adventure opens in EPCOT's France Pavillion at Walt Disney World next month. via FOX NEWS https://ift.tt/3BIK3nY
FOX NEWS: These folks live in vans — here's their list for ultimate road trip essentials
These folks live in vans — here's their list for ultimate road trip essentials Fox News spoke with several people who live in renovated vans and travel around the country about their essential road trip items and tips. via FOX NEWS https://ift.tt/3BEpdGr
FOX NEWS: Stay in an Airbnb owned by Chip and Joanna Gaines
Stay in an Airbnb owned by Chip and Joanna Gaines The "Fixer Upper" couple's newest Magnolia home, Hillcrest Cottage, is available on Airbnb. via FOX NEWS https://ift.tt/38ASkOy
British Airways hits back over ‘Gatwick failure’ jibes about its lower-cost subsidiary
‘The new airline will be British Airways branded,’ says BA, quashing speculation that it could be a budget carrier from The Independent Travel https://ift.tt/38Dv2HF
Are these the most beautiful trams in the world?
From vintage wooden cars to sweeping vistas, few things are better than a trolley ride. from The Independent Travel https://ift.tt/3jNl1ON
UK red list for international travel is inexplicably harsh, claims analyst
‘There doesn’t seem to be anything out there that justifies locking people up in hotels at great expense,’ says Robert Boyle, former BA commercial director from The Independent Travel https://ift.tt/3h0jgf8
What happens if I get Covid while I’m on holiday?
If the worst happens and you test positive while abroad, this is the best course of action from The Independent Travel https://ift.tt/2WQCs7H
Welcome to Bornholm, Denmark’s beloved island where sustainability comes as standard
From all-local menus to an ambitious carbon-neutral pledge, this Danish isle has green credentials baked right in, finds Justine Gosling from The Independent Travel https://ift.tt/3kQ8aKX
The UK government has given a master class in how to destroy a tourism industry
The Man Who Pays His Way: Our Covid case rates are way above the vast majority of European countries, yet the UK regards even vaccinated travellers from ‘green list’ countries with suspicion. from The Independent Travel https://ift.tt/3tpBM5P
Expert Simon Calder answers 24 of your burning traffic light travel questions
Can the bizarre UK testing rules survive for long? Can you swerve US and Norwegian travel bans on Brits? And why are cruises from Liverpool pricier than those from Southampton? from The Independent Travel https://ift.tt/3kUWo1R
Scottish island goes on sale for £50,000
Uninhabited island measures 485m by 270m from The Independent Travel https://ift.tt/3n7kMjg
Anguilla adds new ‘day four’ PCR test for tourists
The Caribbean island is currently on the UK’s green list from The Independent Travel https://ift.tt/3jIFDaw
How to spot hidden cameras in Airbnb rental properties
Secret surveillance devices have been discovered at a number of holiday apartments from The Independent Travel https://ift.tt/3jGBdkP
Golden Horizon review: Thrills and romance on the world's largest square-rig sailing ship
Golden Horizon's inaugural cruise set sail this summer. While onboard, Caroline Hendrie discovered early-morning yoga on the deck, 'elegant' suites and a glass-bottom swimming pool. from Travel News | Top Europe Destinations & Holiday Ideas | Mail Online https://ift.tt/3jCOF9c
Woman strolls through airport wearing just a bikini and face mask
‘At least she’s wearing a mask,’ says Instagram user from The Independent Travel https://ift.tt/3n0olbi
Spain saw 40% drop in UK holidaymakers due to travel restrictions
The UK’s favourite destination ‘vastly impacted’ by strict travel rules from The Independent Travel https://ift.tt/3jEVffe
Fed-up locals dig trenches to deter campervans and tourists from parking at Suffolk beauty spot
Exhausted locals living near a holiday beauty spot in Suffolk have dug trenches to try and stop camper vans from parking there. from Travel News | Top Europe Destinations & Holiday Ideas | Mail Online https://ift.tt/38FVPD7
Coronavirus: How to stay safe on a flight
As leisure travel tentatively resumes, here’s how to avoid getting ill when flying from The Independent Travel https://ift.tt/2YfNt3b
Hoia Baciu: Inside the creepiest forest in Transylvania
Forget Count Dracula’s castle; Transylvania’s really frightful place is ‘haunted’ forest Hoia Baciu. Sophie Buchan goes for a night-time stroll from The Independent Travel https://ift.tt/3mX6Bxq
Chernobyl: Is it safe to visit the nuclear disaster site?
The nuclear disaster unfolded 35 years ago from The Independent Travel https://ift.tt/3BCCpeS
The 10 hottest places on Earth, from Death Valley to Tunisia
Which destinations have achieved record-busting heat? from The Independent Travel https://ift.tt/3n44qb8
Born to rewild: Educational UK eco breaks in nature - but with a touch of unabashed luxury
Rewilding is all about returning land to its original wild state - and rewilding breaks take you there. Here are six incredible escapes, from Scotland to Dartmoor. from Travel News | Top Europe Destinations & Holiday Ideas | Mail Online https://ift.tt/3yC1sNd
Russia starts opening up to the world post-Covid
‘Mutual recognition of vaccination certificates as soon as possible would facilitate this process’ – Sergei Lavrov, Russia’s foreign minister from The Independent Travel https://ift.tt/3t75RGQ
Inside the £87-a-night Alpine hotel where Matt Hancock has whisked lover Gina Coladangelo
Matt Hancock, 42, and ex-aide Gina Coladangela, 44, have been staying at The Villars Mountain Lodge, described on its website as 'a resolutely modern and at the same time delightfully authentic'. from Travel News | Top Europe Destinations & Holiday Ideas | Mail Online https://ift.tt/3DGBc87
Marvels of Menorca: The least populated Balearic Island has amazing hotels, beaches and bars
Menorca is on the amber list for Britons, and is 'still waking from its lockdown slumber', Harriet Sime says. She recommends exploring the island's many fine beaches and sampling local wines. from Travel News | Top Europe Destinations & Holiday Ideas | Mail Online https://ift.tt/3gWsFnY
Ultra-aggressive murder hornets attacked officials after they arrived to remove nest they'd built
Washington state officials said that while eradicating the first Asian giant hornet nest of the season, the hornets attacked them and were 'more aggressive' than the ones seen last year. from Travel News | Top Europe Destinations & Holiday Ideas | Mail Online https://ift.tt/3gSop90
Travel news – live: Portugal and Abu Dhabi to lift restrictions for tourists
Countries drop quarantine requirements from The Independent Travel https://ift.tt/3kKBFgZ
Galway city guide: where to stay, eat, drink and see art in Ireland’s capital of culture
This west coast charmer is walkable, foodie and loves a festival, says Shilpa Ganatra from The Independent Travel https://ift.tt/3zHsW5v
‘30 days left to save travel firms’ travel council warns UK government
The end of the furlough scheme is set to hit travel businesses hard from The Independent Travel https://ift.tt/38xinGr
Where are Matt Hancock and Gina Coladangelo on holiday?
Couple takes first break after affair was revealed from The Independent Travel https://ift.tt/3gTP3OK
Simon Calder’s ‘Ask me Anything’: The Independent’s travel expert answers your questions live
Simon Calder takes your questions on all things summer holiday related from The Independent Travel https://ift.tt/2WMFU3v
Bulgaria bans travellers from US following EU advice
The rules apply to point of departure, rather than country of citizenship from The Independent Travel https://ift.tt/38zLicY
Australia to keep borders closed for another three months
The ‘human biosecurity emergency period’ will now continue until 17 December from The Independent Travel https://ift.tt/3t8DhF0
Britain at its best: Thornbury Castle, where Henry VIII romanced Anne Boleyn
On a visit to the market town of Thornbury, Kate Wickers is charmed by the Grade I-listed church of St Mary and tucks into 'a feast fit for a king' in Thornbury Castle hotel. from Travel News | Top Europe Destinations & Holiday Ideas | Mail Online https://ift.tt/3BASEcE
International travel is banned until December 17 due to Covid-19 outbreak in Australia
Australians are banned from going overseas without an exemption until December 17, Health Minister Greg Hunt announced on Thursday. from Travel News | Top Europe Destinations & Holiday Ideas | Mail Online https://ift.tt/3zFUgB0
Britain's most isolated home with Lake District views to die for... and it's yours for £1.5m
Skiddaw House in Cumbria is being sold as 'the most remote home in England'. It can only reached by a half-hour crawl by a 4x4 or a bracing two-hour walk. from Travel News | Top Europe Destinations & Holiday Ideas | Mail Online https://ift.tt/2WEHBjS
US lost thousands of migrant children released from custody as DOJ investigates labour trafficking, reports
Department of Justice warned Health and Human Services to watch for ‘red flags’ amid probe into unaccompanied minors being exploited in agricultural processing plants from The Independent Travel https://ift.tt/3kNc47i
FOX NEWS: Laser strikes on airplanes rose from 2019 to 2020
Laser strikes on airplanes rose from 2019 to 2020 Save the laser pointers for cats. via FOX NEWS https://ift.tt/3mTvSbR
Fight breaks out at Florida school board meeting after protesters against mask mandates appear to push doctor
The measure was imposed without consulting parents or holding a school board vote from The Independent Travel https://ift.tt/3Bro44W
Portugal drops vaccination demand for UK visitors
The nation no longer distinguishes between arrivals who have been vaccinated against coronavirus and those who have not from The Independent Travel https://ift.tt/3gSsZnM
Wizz Air makes vaccination compulsory for all in-flight staff
Budget airline is one of the first European carriers to make the move from The Independent Travel https://ift.tt/3t3qNyu
Red-list Turkey ‘making great strides’ and should go amber, say data experts
Exclusive: ‘Little justification’ for hotel quarantine – but Grant Shapps’ department says risk remains high from The Independent Travel https://ift.tt/3mRtbaD
‘Doomed to fail’: Ryanair boss dismisses British Airways’ plans for low-cost offshoot
Exclusive: ‘It’s doomed to fail and lose money because Gatwick is a high cost, inefficient airport’ from The Independent Travel https://ift.tt/3jzYl4h
Foreign Office advises against non-essential travel to Jamaica
Change in guidance will invalidate most travel insurance from The Independent Travel https://ift.tt/3Dyq5OF
‘My PCR provider ghosted me’: The post-travel tests and results going MIA
Missing test kits, late delivery and radio silence on results - is our travel testing spend really helping the UK’s Covid efforts? asks Lucy Thackray from The Independent Travel https://ift.tt/3zBUdpR
Thames Path walking tour: This wild but tranquil stretch will put a spring in your step
To mark the Thames Path's 25th anniversary, Inntravel has arranged a self-guided walking tour of the most interesting stretch, between Oxford and Henley. Ed Cumming donned his hiking boots. from Travel News | Top Europe Destinations & Holiday Ideas | Mail Online https://ift.tt/3kLHRFo
Fez travel guide: How to get the most out of Morocco's oldest imperial city in just two days
From scouring the Fez Medina for bargains to wandering through the 'verdant' Jardin Jnan Sbil, Ali Pantony reveals the ultimate itinerary for two days spent in the ancient Moroccan city. from Travel News | Top Europe Destinations & Holiday Ideas | Mail Online https://ift.tt/3t4yS5Y
Italy: The amazing Santuario Madonna della Corona church is built into the side of a cliff
The Santuario Madonna della Corona is built on a thin shelf of rock on Mount Baldo above the valley of the River Adige in northern Italy. It is a popular place for pilgrims, drawn in by its stunning views. from Travel News | Top Europe Destinations & Holiday Ideas | Mail Online https://ift.tt/3DAXW9L
As Forest Whitaker enjoys Wales, these are the places to put on your bucket list
The Last King Of Scotland actor has been soaking up the sights of the country, from Penarth to Tenby Castle. from The Independent Travel https://ift.tt/38vr8kk
This year’s incredible Wildlife Photographer of the Year images show ‘a planet under pressure’
This year’s collection, showing at the Natural History Museum, has taken a darker turn. from The Independent Travel https://ift.tt/38uM8HN
Ban selfies with seals, say British wildlife campaigners
‘They are fatigued because they are woken up all the time,’ says one conservationist from The Independent Travel https://ift.tt/3mQe1SR
Discover the shimmering jewels of Italy’s priceless island Sardinia
Late summer is the perfect time to experience the Mediterranean holiday island now open to vaccinated UK travellers, says Sarah Marshall. from The Independent Travel https://ift.tt/2WG5Yxi
Italy tightens travel restrictions for US tourists
US has had world’s highest Covid infection rates over the past 28 days from The Independent Travel https://ift.tt/3kYJVdF
Why The Independent is putting sustainability front and centre in our travel coverage
As the Independent ’s new travel editor, Helen Coffey is conscious of how tourism can be a force for good – or for evil – when it comes to people and planet. Which is why we’re pledging to do things differently from now on from The Independent Travel https://ift.tt/3DAAKIx
Rail chaos in southwest England set to continue after Tesco truck hits bridge
‘Only travel if your journey is essential’ – Great Western Railway from The Independent Travel https://ift.tt/3t5nEOA
What it’s like aboard Disney Cruise Line’s first UK summer staycation
Damon Smith is all at sea with Mickey, Minnie and friends on board the Disney Magic for the cruise ship’s inaugural UK summer staycation. from The Independent Travel https://ift.tt/38rYDDN