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Goop attire and courtroom poise: How Gwyneth Paltrow turned her courtroom disaster into the ultimate profile boost

Besides winning the trial, Ms Paltrow also showcased what many celebrities struggle to prove: A-listers can be — or at least seem — affable, even relatable, Meredith Clark and Andrea Blanco write from The Independent Travel https://ift.tt/jzZE2pg

Port of Dover declares critical incident as high levels of traffic cause delays

‘The port is currently experiencing high volumes of coach traffic due to the Easter holidays’ from The Independent Travel https://ift.tt/4fxnNFX

Lewis Capaldi serenades passengers on British Airways flight

Scottish singer cracked out impromptu performance on London to Los Angeles service from The Independent Travel https://ift.tt/r5yabpi

Beginner pilot pulls off solo emergency landing after wheel falls off mid-flight

Twenty one-year-old touched down safely in Michigan from The Independent Travel https://ift.tt/S54eapr

How YOU can land an airliner: Pilot's video shows how a passenger could bring a 737 down safely

The creator is Petter Hornfeldt, aka 'Mentour Pilot'. He has worked as an instructor on the Boeing 737 since 2005 and is a training captain, type-rating instructor and examiner. from Travel News | Top Europe Destinations & Holiday Ideas | Mail Online https://ift.tt/MtrVTem

The secret lives of Antarctic whales: how to balance tourism and conservation on a bucket-list trip

Joanna Booth joins scientists on a voyage of discovery in the world’s last great wilderness from The Independent Travel https://ift.tt/MSgv9WK

British Airways cancels more than 70 flights on first day of Heathrow security strike

Transatlantic links to Chicago, Los Angeles, Miami, New York JFK, Seattle and Washington DC have been grounded from The Independent Travel https://ift.tt/BYzLcPW

The UK's eye-watering Easter holiday train ticket prices

Which? carried out research to find the cheapest available options for travelling by train and by plane over the Easter break on ten UK routes and assessed the carbon emissions for each option. from Travel News | Top Europe Destinations & Holiday Ideas | Mail Online https://ift.tt/96lmKF4

Melting Antarctic ice will slow down a major global deep ocean current by 40% by 2050

Emissions will need to rapidly fall this decade to avoid these potentially grave consequences, the team of Australian researchers said. from Travel News | Top Europe Destinations & Holiday Ideas | Mail Online https://ift.tt/uHQFb1i

An entire Australian island could be yours for $1 million

A couple of houses, an aircraft runway and saltwater swimming pool are all part of the purchase from The Independent Travel https://ift.tt/zUjBsR0

Disabled pilot ‘draws’ wheelchair in the sky with flight path

The creative pilot made the ‘appropriate’ picture over Buckinghamshire and Northamptonshire from The Independent Travel https://ift.tt/AimS7tF

MailOnline cooks on a swinging stove during the Clipper Round the World Yacht Race

MailOnline Travel's Sadie Whitelocks used the stove as she sailed across the Atlantic from Punta del Este in Uruguay to Cape Town during Leg 2 of the Clipper Round the World Yacht Race. from Travel News | Top Europe Destinations & Holiday Ideas | Mail Online https://ift.tt/jlu9ked

British Airways cancels 50 flights due to French air traffic control strikes

Cancellations come ahead of a planned 10-day walkout by security staff at Heathrow from The Independent Travel https://ift.tt/6ZLcis8

Private jet use in Britain soars by 75%: Figures reveal one aircraft takes off every SIX minutes

Last year they increased by a staggering 75 per cent to 90,256 flights, according to research by Greenpeace. from Travel News | Top Europe Destinations & Holiday Ideas | Mail Online https://ift.tt/6gk20hl

Oxford travel guide: Best things to do and where to stay for a 2023 city break

Louise Long reveals how to spend the ultimate break in the’s UK’s city of dreaming spires from The Independent Travel https://ift.tt/zjDvJEI

Tourists flock to see Michelangelo’s statue of David after Florida censorship row

Florence’s mayor has extended an invitation to the teacher at the heart of the controversy to visit the Italian city from The Independent Travel https://ift.tt/FWro6sV

Passenger says bottle of whisky he checked in for flight came back a third empty

The premium bottle currently retails for £449.95 on Amazon from The Independent Travel https://ift.tt/I3YN0OG

Woman catches partner cheating on cruise ship live camera

‘Invested’ TikTokers are keenly awaiting a fifth instalment for more information from The Independent Travel https://ift.tt/g5ZN9TK

Amsterdam urges British tourists looking for a ‘messy night’ to stay away

Authorities and local residents have long endured antisocial behaviour from rowdy visitors from The Independent Travel https://ift.tt/8c95xPd

Best boutique hotels in London: Where to stay for character and charm

Discover some of London's best boutique boltholes from The Independent Travel https://ift.tt/O8vWlMm

Man finds thief wearing his jeans after tracking case on Air Tag

Craig Nelson arrested and charged with theft by taking, unlawful removal of baggage, and criminal trespass from The Independent Travel https://ift.tt/cWQ2FE3

From bees to baby owls, the stunning winning images in the British Wildlife Photography Awards 2023

The 2023 contest received more than 13,000 images, with amateur and professional photographers competing for a £5,000 grand prize. from Travel News | Top Europe Destinations & Holiday Ideas | Mail Online https://ift.tt/gX8txi9

Woman catches partner cheating on cruise ship live camera

‘Invested’ TikTokers are keenly awaiting a fifth instalment for more information from The Independent Travel https://ift.tt/QhX5Neg

Former British Vogue editor ALEXANDRA SHULMAN on the joys of a no-ski break in the Swiss Alps

Shulman, the former Editor-in-Chief of British Vogue, chose the Swiss resort of Arosa for her no-ski break. Her base was the Tschuggen Grand Hotel, 'an institution in the area'. from Travel News | Top Europe Destinations & Holiday Ideas | Mail Online https://ift.tt/q1gcmQy

Border Force strike confirmed for end of April

The walkout is the latest in an ongoing dispute over pay, pensions and job security from The Independent Travel https://ift.tt/LMoDlCe

British Airways to cancel 32 flights a day over Easter weekend due to Heathrow strike

Strikes will see 1,400 security guards walk out for 10 days at UK’s busiest airport from The Independent Travel https://ift.tt/cSe0UKJ

Venice mayor wants to give tourist ‘certificate of stupidity’ after they jumped off building into canal

The city leader described the jumper as a ‘delinquent’ from The Independent Travel https://ift.tt/k8UBmKY

Why the smart set is still drawn to the luxury French ski resort of Val d'Isere

Sarah Hartley travels to Val d'Isere with Purple Ski, a boutique British operator that offers catered luxury ski chalet holidays. She checks in to sumptuous Chalet Inoko... from Travel News | Top Europe Destinations & Holiday Ideas | Mail Online https://ift.tt/JDl0X1o

British Airways cancels dozens of flights ahead of Heathrow airport security strike

Exclusive: BA flights departing from Friday to Sunday from Terminal 5 have been taken off sale from The Independent Travel https://ift.tt/gntFbfX

Billionaire Virgin tycoon Sir Richard Branson talks about his travels

Checking in to our travel Q and A, Branson also reveals that he needs 'adventure and exercise' whenever he's on holiday and recalls his worst holiday of all time - a 2011 ski trip in Verbier. from Travel News | Top Europe Destinations & Holiday Ideas | Mail Online https://ift.tt/ilBT9xu

Lufthansa flights grounded as transport strike brings Germany to a standstill

Transport services across the country have ground to a halt from The Independent Travel https://ift.tt/TUXbNEp

The best summer holiday deals to book now, from Kos to Cuba

Seeking sun this summer? We’ve got you covered from The Independent Travel https://ift.tt/wJ5qmQT

Tui wrongly tells 79-year-old holidaymaker she cannot travel

Exclusive: Europe’s biggest holiday company repeatedly misrepresented post-Brexit rules and ‘wasn’t interested in hearing our evidence’ from The Independent Travel https://ift.tt/9NdI3fq

Passenger opens plane door on runway at Los Angeles airport and flees on deployed slide

Passenger traveling on a Delta Air Lines flight from Los Angeles to Seattle on Saturday morning from The Independent Travel https://ift.tt/NjFeTHo

Inside Succession's most lavish sets ahead of Season 4's premiere

The series follows billionaire Logan Roy - who is the head of media conglomerate Waystar Royco - and his three sons. Season four is set to drop March 26. from Travel News | Top Europe Destinations & Holiday Ideas | Mail Online https://ift.tt/5xhub1v

Twelve chic gites for nostalgic, and stylish, country breaks in France

Searches for stays in gites are up by nearly 90 per cent year on year according to Sawday's. This round-up features gites from Brittany to the sunny Dordogne region... from Travel News | Top Europe Destinations & Holiday Ideas | Mail Online https://ift.tt/WDpXSA7

Best hotels in Northumberland: Where to stay for boutique chic and the great outdoors

Stay in the least populated county in England for great food, country walks and space to breathe from The Independent Travel https://ift.tt/F6siUO1

Haunting photos reveal the devastation left by the Triangle Shirtwaist Factory fire

On March 25, 1911, at 4.40pm a fire broke out on the eighth floor of the Triangle Shirtwaist Factory in Greenwich Village, which occupied that floor as well as the two levels above. from Travel News | Top Europe Destinations & Holiday Ideas | Mail Online https://ift.tt/MH2TzIA

Hospitality in the name of the Lord

The Man Who Pays His Way: Hotel Louisville shows the way for a stay to do good from The Independent Travel https://ift.tt/R2dkGeI

The majesty of wild Africa caught on camera, from lionesses fighting over a kill to savanna storms

These extraordinary pictures are all winners and finalists in a photography contest that sets out to promote vital conservation efforts in Africa. from Travel News | Top Europe Destinations & Holiday Ideas | Mail Online https://ift.tt/JxUA8gG

British Airways complaint goes viral after customer bemoans that passenger’s death led to flight delays

British Airways customer issued a complaint that in-flight services were stopped after passenger allegedly died on plane from The Independent Travel https://ift.tt/JLa5RGl

UK's 'worst' airline vs the 'best': MailOnline flies Wizz Air to France and returns with Jet2

Consumer group Which? ranked Wizz Air the worst short-haul airline in the UK in 2023 - and ranked Jet2.com as the best. Ted Thornhill (pictured) is your aviation mystery-shopper... from Travel News | Top Europe Destinations & Holiday Ideas | Mail Online https://ift.tt/tAkJP76

Nearly half of commuters avoid public transport over hygiene and cleanliness fears

46 per cent of adults polled confessed to taking a longer or more costly commute in favour of it being a less crowded and more hygienic route from The Independent Travel https://ift.tt/j5dkXPU

Cruise company is letting under 22-year-olds sail for free this summer

Selected itineraries include Iceland and Svalbard from The Independent Travel https://ift.tt/5lz0AYP

Man sues airline for not explaining how his business class seat worked

Lawyers for the man claim the experience led to ‘great pain, agony and mental anguish’ from The Independent Travel https://ift.tt/SbazsRD

The 10 best US cities for solo female travellers you might not have considered

Women going it alone and searching for adventure in the States should seek out these under-the-radar cities, says Lucy Thackray from The Independent Travel https://ift.tt/sLXFHmV

The world’s safest travel destinations

European destinations came top in the ranking from The Independent Travel https://ift.tt/Kw4rfLI

Homeowner rips up her floorboards after hearing and discovers a buried 1970s 'conversation pit'

Lara Killebrew Derderian, who is based in Albuquerque, New Mexico, had a sneaking suspicion there was something awry with her living room floor so she decided to investigate further. from Travel News | Top Europe Destinations & Holiday Ideas | Mail Online https://ift.tt/aMW5C3v

‘I felt like an animal’: Passenger tasered and dragged off flight by police

The man has been charged with assault and disorderly behaviour from The Independent Travel https://ift.tt/1IR8JxH

Gekas Ullared: The department store in Sweden so big it's now the country's No.1 tourist attraction

Sweden's Gekas Ullared superstore welcomes five million visitors a year. One Tripadvisor reviewer described it as a 'shopping mecca' while another said it is 'extremely huge'. from Travel News | Top Europe Destinations & Holiday Ideas | Mail Online https://ift.tt/FzvBqcQ

Maslina Resort hotel review: An idyllic wellness retreat hidden on Croatia’s island of Hvar

Among the pine trees on this Adriatic isle lies a pocket of calm that embodies the perfect balance of luxury and minimalism, finds Saman Javed from The Independent Travel https://ift.tt/UV2Qwto

Marseille city guide: Where to eat, sleep and drink in France’s cool, coastal second city

Nicola Stewart shares everything you need to know to plan the perfect weekend in this dynamic port city from The Independent Travel https://ift.tt/sSRGfHD

Meet the California tech dude who's taking over his family's 13th century castle in Cumbria

Ewan Frost-Pennington (pictured) , 32, has turned his back on a prosperous career in sunny California to return to the family home and devote the rest of his life to propping up Muncaster Castle. from Travel News | Top Europe Destinations & Holiday Ideas | Mail Online https://ift.tt/zOuVTWy

Train strikes: When are next rail walkouts and what happens now?

Strikes have been called off but RMT union insists the dispute continues from The Independent Travel https://ift.tt/k308Tnu

Bizarre lake in Tanzania instantly turns animals that touch it into 'STONE'

Lake Natron is a key mating ground for lesser endangered flamingo, but animals risk being frozen forever in its salt if they dare to go near its shores. from Travel News | Top Europe Destinations & Holiday Ideas | Mail Online https://ift.tt/Ov1ys6h

Best hotels in Cardiff 2023: From city-centre luxury to budget weekend breaks

These are the hotels to suit every budget and activity from The Independent Travel https://ift.tt/Nn8sHW3

Woman’s flight luggage hack to save money massively backfires

TikToker tried to spend less by couriering her belongings from The Independent Travel https://ift.tt/RmxkT1g

Tourist board apologises for sexualising Canadian city’s name

The rebranding campaign has been described as ‘misogynistic’ and ‘juvenile’ from The Independent Travel https://ift.tt/E1j7Fco

Germany’s unlimited €49-a-month rail pass to launch on 1 May

Pass-holders will qualify for unlimited travel by rail, tram and bus from The Independent Travel https://ift.tt/eqhsBdI

As Derby wins the race to host GBR, so much of the railway needs fixing

Train Talk: The bosses of Great British Railways will be confronted with the need to improve every day from The Independent Travel https://ift.tt/fnzWGOB

All aboard the Shania Train: new Swiss rail option named after famous country singer

The country star has lived on Lake Geneva for many years from The Independent Travel https://ift.tt/CmI0hd9

Emirates passenger awarded £6,870 in compensation after business class seat didn’t match his expectations

Dr Morgan said he and his partner were forced to sit on ‘worn-out chairs’ from The Independent Travel https://ift.tt/DEGhLUn

Baby sharks named Charlie and Kathlyn are first of 500 set to be released in Indonesia waters

The first-ever effort to revive an endangered shark species is underway. A team from 15 countries is set to release 500 zebra sharks into the wild - and they have set two pups free in January. from Travel News | Top Europe Destinations & Holiday Ideas | Mail Online https://ift.tt/r6jcNAl

Cat found wandering the cabin aisles on flight

The adventurous feline was eventually reunited with its owners from The Independent Travel https://ift.tt/xog5InL

How to spend a day in Silver Lake, LA’s hippest neighbourhood

With eclectic music venues and chic restaurants, this trendy area of Los Angeles is well worth taking the time to explore in full, says Kevin E G Perry from The Independent Travel https://ift.tt/5BZCqT1

10 of the best last-minute Easter holidays to book now, from Cornwall to Turkey

It’s not too late to get away this spring, with our pick of the best last-minute Easter holiday deals from The Independent Travel https://ift.tt/mFnz3o7

The best US beaches to visit in 2023

Whether it’s a family-friendly beach, seafood hotspot or a secluded stretch of sand at the end of a secret trail, Joanna Whitehead has rounded-up some of the best beaches in the US to visit in 2023 from The Independent Travel https://ift.tt/AaohZ5V

This country has been voted the world’s happiest for the sixth year in a row

The UK is ranked 19th in the world for happiness from The Independent Travel https://ift.tt/TnNJbkW

Travellers to France warned of potential flight disruption amid strikes

Major disruptions across the country are expected this week from The Independent Travel https://ift.tt/3VUrAX7

What it’s like to do the Snowdon Mountain Railway, Wales’ most famous train

The iconic narrow gauge railway climbing Wales’ highest peak is the ultimate closer-to-home bucket-list experience; Daniel Fahey gives the lowdown on what to expect from The Independent Travel https://ift.tt/aoVwFrE

Meet the couple who have hiked and canoed their way to social media fame

The exploits of U.S-based Renee Miller and Tim Beissinger are followed by millions across TikTok, Instagram and YouTube, where they share how-to tips, and footage and photos from their journeys. from Travel News | Top Europe Destinations & Holiday Ideas | Mail Online https://ift.tt/hJwdxiy

Passport Office strike: How will five-week walkout affect your travel plans?

Even the announcement of a strike by members of the PCS union will precipitate a surge in applications from The Independent Travel https://ift.tt/JtXz7vk

Mail on Sunday reader offer: Discover the glorious gardens of the Cotswolds with Christine Walkden 

On this four-day tour you'll visit some stunning spots, including Hidcote Manor and Highgrove House, and meet TV gardening expert Christine Walkden, who will give a private talk and answer questions. from Travel News | Top Europe Destinations & Holiday Ideas | Mail Online https://ift.tt/axzQcSk

Exploring Milan's chic boutiques on a blissfully relaxed mother-daughter shopping break

Sarah Hartley and her mother immerse themselves in Milan's fashion scene, starting their trip at the iconic department store Rinascente. from Travel News | Top Europe Destinations & Holiday Ideas | Mail Online https://ift.tt/GZtfTeQ

Keep calm and check your passport dates

The Man Who Pays His Way : Panicking does no travellers any favours from The Independent Travel https://ift.tt/hXNdniD

‘I am scared of my shadow’: Afghan judge living in fear of Taliban denied sanctuary in Britain

Exclusive: The former judge said her ‘hands were shaking’ after her application to come to the UK was rejected from The Independent Travel https://ift.tt/a79EsRb

Passport Office strike: How will five-week walkout affect your travel plans?

Even the announcement of a strike by members of the PCS union will precipitate a surge in applications from The Independent Travel https://ift.tt/yPqdB9S

Terrifying turbulence videos shared by plane passengers

TikTokers around the world have been sharing clips from their scariest plane journeys, with turbulence causing a wave of chaos among passengers. from Travel News | Top Europe Destinations & Holiday Ideas | Mail Online https://www.dailymail.co.uk/travel/article-11859159/Terrifying-turbulence-videos-shared-plane-passengers.html?ns_mchannel=rss&ns_campaign=1490&ito=1490

Mobile Photography Awards: Mesmerizing images captured by winners including an elephant's bath time

Judges of the prestigious annual competition, which is in its 12th year, said that the most recent captivating images submitted were among the best that they had ever seen. from Travel News | Top Europe Destinations & Holiday Ideas | Mail Online https://ift.tt/klE6bIZ

Train strikes: Dates and everything you need to know ahead of next walk-outs

RMT union has rejected ‘best and final offer’ from train operators in long and bitter dispute over pay, jobs and working arrangements from The Independent Travel https://ift.tt/eSqLv7J

Aruba launches competition for ‘easiest job in world’ - weather person to showcase its sun and blue skies

Aruba experiences more sunny days than any other Caribbean island from The Independent Travel https://ift.tt/Lcn5PJ6

US issues warning to Mexico travellers over spring break

‘Violent crime is widespread and common in Mexico’, the US state department warns from The Independent Travel https://ift.tt/VvwrxaC

Passport Office workers to strike for five weeks in escalation of pay row

Workers in Durham, Glasgow, Liverpool, London, Newport, Peterborough, Southport and Belfast will walk out. from The Independent Travel https://ift.tt/IQb5cM8

Emerald Bay in Lake Tahoe freezes over for first time in decades

More winter storms are expected to hit the region from The Independent Travel https://ift.tt/vMCws4y

Runaway bag takes off across the tarmac in San Francisco

The wheeled suitcase was seen rolling across the runway at speed from The Independent Travel https://ift.tt/Vzpr4Ms

Ryanair trolls 5ft 7in passenger over height in savage tweet

‘How is this a real company,’ one user asked from The Independent Travel https://ift.tt/QwNuTB9

World’s best airports revealed

Singapore, Doha and Tokyo all make the list from The Independent Travel https://ift.tt/WmIn7Fv

SkyWest flight attendants get into fight, delaying passengers for over an hour

ESPN anchor Ashley Brewer filmed the ‘chaotic situation’ from The Independent Travel https://ift.tt/Qi32oZj

The $1billion island hopper: Gliding around the Caribbean on board P&O Cruises' new ship Arvia

Cruise novice Mark Edmonds hops aboard Arvia to spend a week on one of its first Caribbean voyages. 'It was all breezily efficient,' he says. from Travel News | Top Europe Destinations & Holiday Ideas | Mail Online https://ift.tt/LDRlXjp

Train strikes: Dates and everything you need to know ahead of next walk-outs

RMT union has rejected ‘best and final offer’ from train operators in long and bitter dispute over pay, jobs and working arrangements from The Independent Travel https://ift.tt/lCHvGyn

Paris city guide: Where to eat, drink, shop and stay in the French capital

Widely regarded as the most beautiful city in the world, Paris has the timeless appeal of a chic trench coat. Destination expert Anna Richards lays out where to go and what to know on a city break from The Independent Travel https://ift.tt/bgyCB4p

Bucket list citybreaks: key destinations plus must-sees and dos

Tap into the ‘culture capital’ travel trend with a European citybreak from The Independent Travel https://ift.tt/mbQaSkN

With high altitude and pistes for all abilities, Tignes is ideal for an end-of-season ski break 

It never fails to delight, not least because this former Olympic venue sits beneath a glacier (on the other side of the hill from Val-d'Isere), writes Robert Hardman. from Travel News | Top Europe Destinations & Holiday Ideas | Mail Online https://ift.tt/AeQVyC9

Tube strike – latest: London brought to a standstill as TfL workers walk out for 24 hours

Tube services across the capital have ground to a halt from The Independent Travel https://ift.tt/NfCD9h0

Why Abruzzo in Italy should be your next family ski holiday

Iain Martin samples la dolce vita on a family ski trip that won’t break the bank from The Independent Travel https://ift.tt/upozTi3

Moment a tarantula releases an oozing egg sac is captured in rare video

An incredible video captured the moment a female tarantula releasing an egg sac on a bed of webbings has been released. The egg sac is believed to have more than 1,700 offspring. from Travel News | Top Europe Destinations & Holiday Ideas | Mail Online https://ift.tt/9jJsSXN

Tube strike: Will any London Underground services run on Wednesday?

Effects will continue into Thursday, which is the first day of the next round of national rail strikes from The Independent Travel https://ift.tt/dWIOr82

The best US cities for foodies

Whether you’re on the hunt for finger-lickin’ barbecue or groundbreaking plant-based cuisine, the United States serves it up in giant portions. Kevin E G Perry seeks out the best eats in this food-loving nation from The Independent Travel https://ift.tt/hXfHRIx

Inside The Godolphin, the 'exotic' Cornish hotel that's set bang opposite magical St Michael's Mount

Vicki Reeve checks in to The Godolphin hotel in the ancient town of Marazion. She stays in the newly renovated Penzer Point suite, from which she's 'transfixed' by the view of the 'romantic' tidal island. from Travel News | Top Europe Destinations & Holiday Ideas | Mail Online https://ift.tt/0pg9UhV

Great American Eclipse 2024: A traveller’s guide to the best places to be when the light goes out

A narrow band marking the path of totality carves an arc of darkness across the surface of our planet from The Independent Travel https://ift.tt/dWH5YCl

Train strikes: Dates and everything you need to know ahead of next walk-outs

RMT union has rejected ‘best and final offer’ from train operators in long and bitter dispute over pay, jobs and working arrangements from The Independent Travel https://ift.tt/3SGeEbT

Best hotels in Venice for 5-star luxury, budget stays and canal views

For style and service without breaking the bank, here’s the real-world luxury guide to Venice hotels from The Independent Travel https://ift.tt/Qp025Hg

Why a cruise is the ultimate way to experience the unusual wildlife of the Galapagos Islands

Lesley Bellew boards Hurtigruten Expedition's MS Santa Cruz II ship for a 'life-changing' voyage around the islands, which lie 600 miles off mainland Ecuador. from Travel News | Top Europe Destinations & Holiday Ideas | Mail Online https://ift.tt/LC4nvfQ

Millionaire anti-vaxxer slammed for ‘creepy’ $100,000 offer to woman on Delta flight

Tech entrepreneur asked fellow passenger to take off her mask from The Independent Travel https://ift.tt/xR0b5H8

Train strikes: Dates and everything you need to know ahead of next walk-outs

RMT union has rejected ‘best and final offer’ from train operators in long and bitter dispute over pay, jobs and working arrangements from The Independent Travel https://ift.tt/AUpsHqL

Manchester-London for £20: Avanti West Coast launches cut-price ‘standby’ train tickets

Rail firm seeks to win customers from long-distance coach operators from The Independent Travel https://ift.tt/DAc9Fte

IndiGo flight from Delhi to Doha diverted to Karachi after passenger falls ill and later dies

Passenger dies onboard before plane lands in Pakistan from The Independent Travel https://ift.tt/miURezE

Verona for under £100 a night: This small, romantic Italian city is packed with history

If you know anything about Verona, it's probably as the scene for Romeo And Juliet. But there's plenty to keep you occupied here apart from the story of star-crossed lovers... from Travel News | Top Europe Destinations & Holiday Ideas | Mail Online https://ift.tt/o3ltXYM

Attenborough's new series is Life on Earth meets Wind in the Willows, writes CHRISTOPHER STEVENS 

CHRISTOPHER STEVENS: Wild Isles celebrates the epic scale of David Attenborough's animal adventures, but for the first time confines his travels to Britain. from Travel News | Top Europe Destinations & Holiday Ideas | Mail Online https://ift.tt/ZSIByXH

Endangered Asiatic lions move to new home in Kent

Sahee and Sonika have been welcomed into a new family at the The Big Cat Sanctuary in Ashford, Kent, after their home, Bristol Zoo shut in September last year. from Travel News | Top Europe Destinations & Holiday Ideas | Mail Online https://ift.tt/eyb1EZY

How the Great Blizzard of 1888 on March 11 left 400 dead on the East Coast

On the evening of 11 March, 1888, the Great White Hurricane paralyzed communities from Chesapeake Bay to Maine, killing 400 and forcing households to burn furniture to keep warm. from Travel News | Top Europe Destinations & Holiday Ideas | Mail Online https://ift.tt/ZlzV5ad

Boeing 737 is converted into rental holiday home with hot tub, bedrooms and flight simulator

EXCLUSIVE: The front half of the 737 sleeps four and boasts a double bed in the cargo hold and a hot tub in an old jet engine cowling. Steven Northam, 39, bought the Boeing jet on eBay for £5,000. from Travel News | Top Europe Destinations & Holiday Ideas | Mail Online https://ift.tt/jU1YGbH

Bigfoot: Top theories of the hairy ape-man - from a lost hominid to a Native American nature spirit 

The legend dates back to a small California news item in 1958, which lured readers into the idea of a North American counterpart to the Himalayan Abominable Snowman. from Travel News | Top Europe Destinations & Holiday Ideas | Mail Online https://ift.tt/yWEB82s

How elephants of South Africa and their love of fruit play a vital role in making luxury GIN

For centuries, elephants have been drawn to the scent of ripened marula fruit across the plains of South Africa. from Travel News | Top Europe Destinations & Holiday Ideas | Mail Online https://ift.tt/IDK0tkM

Inside Britain's most remote mainland community on Scotland's Knoydart peninsula

Ted Thornhill visits the Scottish village of Inverie on the Knoydart peninsula. Inverie is accessible either by a tough 24-mile hike or a six-mile ferry crossing. Ted opts for the ferry and reports back... from Travel News | Top Europe Destinations & Holiday Ideas | Mail Online https://ift.tt/4cHMSUN

Secret Balearic Islands: an insider’s guide to lesser-known Menorca and Formentera

Ibiza and Mallorca might steal the spotlight when it comes to this Spanish archipelago, but there’s a lot to be said for swerving the crowds. Isabella Noble reveals where to go, stay, eat and swim on the other two under-the-radar isles from The Independent Travel https://ift.tt/1bcEXwQ

The best hotels in the UK for a Mother’s Day break

Whisk your mum away for a night’s stay in one of the UK’s smartest hotels from The Independent Travel https://ift.tt/CD3bUWl

Amazing castles you can rent on Airbnb, from a 'Disney-like' castle in Scotland to a French chateau

These are royally good rentals. Some properties are ringed by moats and have bedrooms in castle turrets, while others sit atop Medieval prison cells and feature heated pools. from Travel News | Top Europe Destinations & Holiday Ideas | Mail Online https://ift.tt/kZNm1PJ

We live in the coolest places in the UK... Here's what we really think!

The Cornish fishing village of Polperro was recently named the coolest place to live in the UK - pipping rival spots in Norfolk, Buckinghamshire and Lancashire to the top spot. from Travel News | Top Europe Destinations & Holiday Ideas | Mail Online https://ift.tt/KX2dqVi

Paul Merson reveals how he missed seeing sights on his travels because he 'chose to drink instead'

Ex-footballer and pundit Merson says that he was 'drinking heavily' when he went to China on a pre-season with Arsenal, and chose to drink rather than go to the Great Wall. from Travel News | Top Europe Destinations & Holiday Ideas | Mail Online https://ift.tt/RZ5su32

You'll be treated like a friend at these splendid Wolsey Lodges - and may not even need a key 

There are 75 B&B properties using the Wolsey Lodge name, ranging from grand halls to modest townhouses, everywhere from Scotland to Wales... from Travel News | Top Europe Destinations & Holiday Ideas | Mail Online https://ift.tt/T23mywA

Best hotels in Rome 2023: See the Italian capital in style

Rebecca Ford reveals the perfect places to rest your head in the historic city of Rome from The Independent Travel https://ift.tt/ZcYbUz1

‘Creepy’ wax models of Prince William and Kate Middleton at Polish museum are freaking out Krakow tourists

One reviewer said the heir to the British throne ‘scared me with his smile’ from The Independent Travel https://ift.tt/t7w3dRa

WestJet passenger trapped in airport hallway for two hours after airline worker leads him the wrong way

Ayden Schumacher documented his unlucky experience on TikTok from The Independent Travel https://ift.tt/4T3aYMI

10 of the best last-minute Easter holidays to book now, from Cornwall to Turkey

It’s not too late to get away this spring, with our pick of the best Easter holiday deals from The Independent Travel https://ift.tt/EO2cYml

Travel positive: Is this the sustainable tourism blueprint of the future?

A new piece of research is envisioning how the travel industry can survive in a decarbonising world. Helen Coffey takes a look at the data that proves that, while ‘business as usual’ is no longer an option, a good transition is still within reach from The Independent Travel https://ift.tt/VKbXQhr

Family ski #goals: from dog-sledding to snowshoeing, discover the Austrian resort kids will love

Looking for the perfect place to take the whole family this season? The compact, charming, and easily-accessible Austrian resort of St Johann in Salzburg ticks all the winter boxes... from The Independent Travel https://ift.tt/vUKrs36

Fatbiking, night-sledding and the world’s highest farmer’s market: thrills and fills in Austria’s Ski amadé

Whether you’re a hardcore skier or a full-blown foodie (or both) this incredible region has it covered from The Independent Travel https://ift.tt/ObLXVCI

Fans of Ted Lasso can stay at the Crown & Anchor pub for £11 per night via Airbnb

The highly anticipated listing goes live on 21 March from The Independent Travel https://ift.tt/NkBmiD6

Campaigner prepares to name and shame 100 hunters in his new book

Eduardo Goncalves is taking the exceptional step of naming and shaming 100 British hunters in a forthcoming book in a bid to draw attention to the issue to MPs. from Travel News | Top Europe Destinations & Holiday Ideas | Mail Online https://ift.tt/WDGYyUN

Virgin passengers stranded for 30 hours and counting after flight diverts to Spain and rescue plane breaks down

Exclusive: ‘After two hours wandering around an empty airport asking local staff if they could help, we eventually found a desk which gave us a bus and hotel voucher,’ passenger tells The Independent from The Independent Travel https://ift.tt/OfAUkzi

The ultimate foodie guide to Copenhagen

The Danish capital is packed to the gills with world-class gourmet spots, from Michelin-star joints to cheap yet chic restaurants. Destination expert Suzanne King rounds up the city’s must-eats for every budget from The Independent Travel https://ift.tt/5sd60Pu

Which billionaire has the best boat? How Jeff Bezos' Koru compares to other eye-popping superyachts

Built everywhere from southern England to the Netherlands, these vessels are heaving with ultra-luxurious features - and come with eyewatering pricetags as standard. from Travel News | Top Europe Destinations & Holiday Ideas | Mail Online https://ift.tt/tfXwslV

Train travellers warned to expect disruption due to wintry weather

Snowfall and rain are likely to continue into Thursday and Friday, the Met Office warns from The Independent Travel https://ift.tt/z2Vk1l0

Top ways to treat your mum in the UK this Mother’s Day

Discover the best of British with the most important woman in your life this Mother’s Day from The Independent Travel https://ift.tt/L0Mfnlp

These B&Bs in Europe's capital cities offer everything from in-room massages to private city tours

These are the B&Bs to book if you hanker after somewhere that's more home than hotel on a city break, but still want luxury touches. from Travel News | Top Europe Destinations & Holiday Ideas | Mail Online https://ift.tt/7ro1mj4

Five cultural European city break destinations you might not have considered

Branch off the beaten track with our pick of the best under-the-radar cities with cultural clout from The Independent Travel https://ift.tt/f9JpS2C

Majestic lynx is filmed roaring while stalking through snowy Maine forest

Two Maine trail photographers were able to capture a majestic lynx as it let out a mighty roar in a snowy forest, only to show itself as affectionate, licking one of their camera lenses. from Travel News | Top Europe Destinations & Holiday Ideas | Mail Online https://ift.tt/W2nYIRH

Best hotels in Portugal 2023: Where to stay for a luxury or budget holiday

Whether you want to visit Lisbon or lounge on the beach in the Algarve, these are the places to be from The Independent Travel https://ift.tt/Vx50u4A

French strikes disrupt Eurostar services

Eurostar has cancelled more than 30 trains and is running a revised service from The Independent Travel https://ift.tt/d76gWKm

Railway roulette is pushing travellers from trains onto planes

Train Talk: The questions travellers ask reveal long memories from The Independent Travel https://ift.tt/CHX0jgz

Man charged for trying to stab United Airlines attendant and opening door mid-flight

Francisco Severo Torres accused of attacking employee with a broken metal spoon from The Independent Travel https://ift.tt/qdO02P8

Cruising the eye-popping Kimberley coastline in Western Australia

Lizzie Pook witnesses incredible sights as she explores Kimberley's 'heart-thunderingly dramatic' landscape on a luxury expedition ship. from Travel News | Top Europe Destinations & Holiday Ideas | Mail Online https://ift.tt/mMlFLcy

Wings of two United Airlines planes clip on the runway at Boston Logan Airport

Two United Airlines planes were involved in a slow-speed collision at Boston Logan International Airport on Monday. from Travel News | Top Europe Destinations & Holiday Ideas | Mail Online https://ift.tt/kcoFzRU

Australian tourist reveals Bali holiday horror after spending $2,000 on bottle of wine

The tourist said they had visited the Indonesian holiday island for the third time and picked a nice restaurant to celebrate their partner's birthday. from Travel News | Top Europe Destinations & Holiday Ideas | Mail Online https://ift.tt/p8jBxme

Fjord fiesta: The best bars and nightlife in Bergen, Norway’s second city

The best places to drink and dance in the heart of the fjords, as picked by David Nikel from The Independent Travel https://ift.tt/PazcbVQ

This beach has been named best in the UK – and you’ve probably never heard of it

The sandy seaside spot has been described as a ‘hidden gem’ by a local councillor from The Independent Travel https://ift.tt/1kZvaSP

The Inspector calls at The Winning Post, a pub with rooms ideal for Royal Ascot visits

The Inspector calls at The Winning Post in the village of Winkfield, near Ascot, and finds that there's 'such a jolly atmosphere'. Read on for more on his stay... from Travel News | Top Europe Destinations & Holiday Ideas | Mail Online https://ift.tt/gxz8AO6

Koala storms into petrol station before clawing at worker's leg in Adelaide Hills

A nosy koala has stormed into a petrol station before clawing at a worker's leg at an Adelaide Hills service station. from Travel News | Top Europe Destinations & Holiday Ideas | Mail Online https://ift.tt/18g7EMs

Northumberland railway to reopen in 2024

Restored link to Ashington will provide access to Northumberland coast using part of the old Blyth & Tyne network from The Independent Travel https://ift.tt/BtzoJNA

Airplane etiquette rules: Pilot reveals 11 insider tips

Speaking anonymously to DailyMail.com the flight expert who has been piloting for 10 years and works for one of the world's top carriers, touches on the biggest passenger bugbears. from Travel News | Top Europe Destinations & Holiday Ideas | Mail Online https://ift.tt/2S5BRKT

The most expensive restaurant dishes in America and Canada

DailyMail.com has been in touch with restaurants across the U.S. and Canada to find out the most expensive dishes they have on offer, with truffle, caviar and gold leaf are among the ingredients. from Travel News | Top Europe Destinations & Holiday Ideas | Mail Online https://ift.tt/sqVfT5c

Why train passengers in England and Wales face the biggest fares rise for 11 years from Sunday

Some rail journeys, such as Didcot to Swindon, will cost well over £1 per mile from The Independent Travel https://ift.tt/sjuyM4e

Inside the Caledonian Sleeper to Scotland - Britain's contender for world's greatest train journey 

MailOnline Travel's Ted Thornhill travels on the Caledonian Sleeper between London Euston and Fort William in Scotland. Read on to find out why he declares it a dream trip... from Travel News | Top Europe Destinations & Holiday Ideas | Mail Online https://ift.tt/PBUGk0N

Stunning French villa where John F. Kennedy vacationed as a kid hits the market at $33 MILLION

Kennedy spent his summers vacationing at the majestic estate with his siblings during the 1930s, while their dad, Joseph Patrick Kennedy, served as the US' Ambassador to Great Britain. from Travel News | Top Europe Destinations & Holiday Ideas | Mail Online https://ift.tt/M0f389I

Meet the female airline pilot who has turned the 'dumb blonde' stereotype upside down

Michelle Gooris, 31, is a 737 pilot who posts slickly produced cockpit-view videos of some of her flights, complete with on-screen explainers of what the pilots are doing and observing. from Travel News | Top Europe Destinations & Holiday Ideas | Mail Online https://ift.tt/cYqDxfG

Wetherspoons employee reveals best and worst dishes on the menu

A man from Scotland claiming to be a former Wetherspoons employee has posted on Reddit about his time working in the kitchen and answered questions about the dishes served up. from Travel News | Top Europe Destinations & Holiday Ideas | Mail Online https://ift.tt/QEVwIqY

Rescue dogs returning from Turkish earthquake zone are upgraded from the cargo hold to first class

Turkish Airlines said it was to show 'appreciation for these heroic dogs' sincere and heroic efforts'. The 7.8-magnitude earthquake on February 6 killed more than 45,000 people from Travel News | Top Europe Destinations & Holiday Ideas | Mail Online https://ift.tt/teAbSOM

Union boss urges government to ‘take shackles off’ private rail firms as 9,000 train workers strike

Thousands of train drivers go on strike causing disruptions to countless travellers from The Independent Travel https://ift.tt/SuWk91X

New sleeper train will connect Barcelona and Amsterdam

The new service is set to launch in 2025 from The Independent Travel https://ift.tt/KsYhWCI

Airlines and airports ‘horribly self-serving’ during Covid, says top civil servant in leaked messages

‘I just want to see some of the faces of people coming out of first class and into a premier inn shoe box,’ Sir Simon Case joked of hotel quarantine from The Independent Travel https://ift.tt/GndoBi0

Discover Costa Rica's coral reefs and volcanos in new and exciting ways on these four amazing tours

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: Four new ways to see Costa Rica. from Travel News | Top Europe Destinations & Holiday Ideas | Mail Online https://ift.tt/oHzBTKl

Getting off the beaten track in Crete on a road trip to the Greek island’s rebellious heart

Forget fly and flop: central Crete’s highlands have long been a stronghold of resistance against invaders throughout the island’s history. Len Williams takes a drive through this fascinatingly rebellious region from The Independent Travel https://ift.tt/w8onj7Y

Out of office: Five of the best destinations for remote working while on holiday

Daily commute getting you down? These countries will let you work from the beach from The Independent Travel https://ift.tt/ZO6cBjT

Train cancellations reach 1,000 every day in worst performance since records began

Latest figures show scheduled trains one-fifth down on pre-pandemic levels from The Independent Travel https://ift.tt/bDvYRrV

Is it safe to travel to Turkey’s tourist resorts?

Flights and holidays are continuing as normal to the main Mediterranean resorts from The Independent Travel https://ift.tt/aI58nUO

Seven unmissable beach spots in Malta and Gozo

Dive in to some of the best swimming, sunbathing and strolling spots on this island nation from The Independent Travel https://ift.tt/ouNQpyR

Taiwan plans to pay tourists to visit

Some international visitors are set to receive a payment card after their arrival from The Independent Travel https://ift.tt/HIa1RMl

Influencer applauded for refusing to swap seats so family can sit together on flight

‘No I’m not switching for a middle seat, book your flights earlier babes,’ she wrote from The Independent Travel https://ift.tt/n2MoBXl

Actor dropped from theatre show after ‘indecent act’ on flight

The performer is currently on bail ahead of his next court appearance from The Independent Travel https://ift.tt/S38eLdH

A European tour from London to Paris via Vienna on the Eurostar and Nightjet sleeper train

Joe Minihane admits that it's easy to feel that there's no romance left in travel, but says that a series of overnight trains connecting multiple cities in Europe 'has enduring appeal for incurable romantics'. from Travel News | Top Europe Destinations & Holiday Ideas | Mail Online https://ift.tt/qQwRuEP

Best hotels in Oxford 2023: Where to stay for location and culture

Make the most of a stay in the city of dreaming spires, with these top places to bed down from The Independent Travel https://ift.tt/K8rV3JC

The bespoke family break guide: find your perfect trip

Whether for toddlers, teens, multi-generational or solo parents, find your perfect family holiday with this guide from The Independent Travel https://ift.tt/novawXj

Tube strike: RMT union joins Aslef in 15 March London Underground walk-out

Almost all trains are expected to be cancelled due to a strike over pensions, jobs and working arrangments from The Independent Travel https://ift.tt/LU2SFy7