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The nine-minute meltdown which plunged Everton deep into crisis

Everton 2-3 Bournemouth: A remarkable comeback victory for the Cherries leaves Sean Dyche and his team with more questions than answers from The Independent Travel https://ift.tt/ETlNG1q

Why France is your perfect autumnal getaway

Travel Smart catches a Brittany Ferry across to France for this episode, looking at the reasons why the country is your perfect getaway in the autumn months. from The Independent Travel https://ift.tt/ushXvpH

Fascinating size-comparison maps reveal how big cities REALLY are, with London TWICE the size of New York (and Paris is tiny when compared to both)

The size-comparison map tool that's available on mylifeelsewhere.com offers a geography lesson like no other, enabling users to superimpose a map of one city over that of another. from Travel News | Top Europe Destinations & Holiday Ideas | Mail Online https://ift.tt/yHcZxGo

I was a flight attendant for 16 years - here's why life at 35,000ft wasn't all it's cracked up to be

Skye Taylor worked as a stewardess for Virgin Atlantic as well as budget airlines, but post-pandemic her pay dropped to less than her starting wage 16 years prior. from Travel News | Top Europe Destinations & Holiday Ideas | Mail Online https://ift.tt/CUGoMDe

Australian billionaire mining boss opposes staff leaving the office to get coffee

Chris Ellison has enforced a strict no work from home policy at his company Mineral Resources from The Independent Travel https://ift.tt/9HRbU2I

LNER rail strike called off – but too late to reinstate trains

Exclusive: Only one empty seat remains on skeleton service from Edinburgh to London all weekend from The Independent Travel https://ift.tt/LaZFGbA

Confused over EU cabin baggage rules? Here’s what they actually mean for your allowance

Exclusive: Airlines including Ryanair are hoping to unify baggage dimensions – but don’t expect to take your roll-along for free on a budget carrier from The Independent Travel https://ift.tt/DFbMNaq

World’s best-connected airports revealed as London Heathrow drops out of top 10

Exclusive: UK’s busiest hub falls to 12th in terms of destinations served, behind continental rivals, with Gatwick at 14th from The Independent Travel https://ift.tt/sl08xnZ

Why fire and ice shouldn’t put tourists off this forever reshaping holiday destination

Despite recent volcanic activity, one of the world’s greatest natural attractions is safe and open to visit – Sarah Marshall shares her experience from The Independent Travel https://ift.tt/eGx2myj

Two dads who have visited 48 U.S. states reveal their best underrated travel picks for families

Florida-based Chris and Rob Taylor - who pride themselves on launching the first LGBTQ family travel blog with their site 2TravelDads - have collectively visited more than 48 states. from Travel News | Top Europe Destinations & Holiday Ideas | Mail Online https://ift.tt/mWvegNB

Italy’s one 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/DqlF7u0

New York hotel reveals HUGE surge in the number of guests ditching their PHONES during their stays - as expert details the fascinating reasons why so many people want to get rid of their devices

One hotel in the Catskills, New York, has reported that 80 per cent of guests have taken up a challenge to hand in their phones and take part in a digital detox during their stay. from Travel News | Top Europe Destinations & Holiday Ideas | Mail Online https://ift.tt/PzlhjyK

Huge increase in cannabis found in suitcases at UK airports as smugglers warned they are being lied to

The amount of cannabis seized at airports in suitcases has tripled in less than a year, officials have revealed. from The Independent Travel https://ift.tt/i5I8bQa

Fury in Italy as restaurant charges shocked diners £50 to cut their birthday cake

A family attended the restaurant in the southern area of ​​Arezzo to celebrate their mother's birthday after asking in advance whether they can bring a cake from the pastry shop. from Travel News | Top Europe Destinations & Holiday Ideas | Mail Online https://ift.tt/JuowlFV

You've been visiting Greek islands all wrong! I'm a Greece expert and here are the mistakes beginners make, from failing to realise how crucial ferry timetables are... to taking a SUITCASE

Sophie Jansen (@tzatchickie) has travelled all over the Greek islands. She shares her top tips for planning a trip with MailOnline Travel. from Travel News | Top Europe Destinations & Holiday Ideas | Mail Online https://ift.tt/4t19Imr

New York hotel reveals HUGE surge in the number of guests ditching their PHONES during their stays - as expert details the fascinating reasons why so many people want to get rid of their devices

One hotel in the Catskills, New York, has reported that 80 per cent of guests have taken up a challenge to hand in their phones and take part in a digital detox during their stay. from Travel News | Top Europe Destinations & Holiday Ideas | Mail Online https://ift.tt/PzlhjyK

Expert claims to have discovered ‘perfect hiding spot’ of MH370

Researcher Vincent Lyne believes the plane was deliberately plunged into a 20,000ft-deep ’hole’ in the Indian Ocean’s Broken Ridge from The Independent Travel https://ift.tt/IoB9ECf

Bank holiday travellers face air traffic control delays plus rail and road disruption

Streamers from the Notting Hill Carnival became entangled in overhead wires outside London Paddington, halting rail services on Sunday evening from The Independent Travel https://ift.tt/Bmza9ek

People baffled as optical illusion-like pattern appears in sky where people can see seven suns

A surreal video captured seven suns from a hospital window in China last week. The image presented an optical illusion that baffled viewers. from Travel News | Top Europe Destinations & Holiday Ideas | Mail Online https://ift.tt/dT2LRCH

I went to Europe’s last true wild frontier to find adventure and escape the crowds

It’s been touted as the next big beach holiday destination, but three-quarters of Albania is mountains, rivers and lakes – Laura Sanders adventures off the beaten track to and unearths unrivalled natural beauty in the Albanian Alps from The Independent Travel https://ift.tt/J4CoYsR

Stunning East Coast tourist hotspot is SINKING amid 'perfect storm' of threats

A stunning East Coast tourist hotspot has started sinking due to a 'perfect storm' of threats - including rising seas and sinking land - as scientists make a terrifying prediction. from Travel News | Top Europe Destinations & Holiday Ideas | Mail Online https://ift.tt/1RiJDOK

These are the Thai Islands to visit instead of Phuket

Beautiful though it may be, is it time to swap crowded Phuket for a different island this season? Lucie Grace delves into Thailand’s other islands, finding beaches, wellness retreats and nature-filled adventures from The Independent Travel https://ift.tt/uC21VFl

My day in Britain's busiest airport pub where the drinking starts at 3.30am: Wayne's had three pints by 4.17am and rush-hour is at 6am before the Ibiza flight. Welcome to Wetherspoons Stansted

The pub is slowly dying. But you would have no idea this was the case if you stepped inside The Windmill at Stansted which, when I do, has well over 650 ­people inside. from Travel News | Top Europe Destinations & Holiday Ideas | Mail Online https://ift.tt/5tbQ30p

Viral social media trends are causing prices of stag and hen parties to soar

The price of an average stag or hen do planned in the UK has risen by over 130 per cent within the last eight years from The Independent Travel https://ift.tt/Vc5rEmw

Avoid casinos and swim with pigs: How to really discover this dream holiday destination

It’s time to get to know the locals from The Independent Travel https://ift.tt/PMYR6qa

The UNESCO World Heritage Sites that could be wiped out by 2050 thanks to climate change: Scientists reveal the 50 landmarks most at risk - including four in the UK

Researchers used climate models to predict how flooding, coastal erosion, landslides, wind-based hazards, storms and cyclones will impact landmarks around the world. from Travel News | Top Europe Destinations & Holiday Ideas | Mail Online https://ift.tt/ISxBTtQ

Crossing cowboy towns and cactus-filled wonderlands on a US road trip through Arizona and New Mexico

Travelling by RV, Simon Veness and Susan Veness roll across southwestern states, spotting birds and wild horses, winding through canyons and discovering flavours of the Old West from The Independent Travel https://ift.tt/LtZqOIo

Fans go wild over Challengers director Luca Guadagnino's latest project - and it's not a film

The Italian movie mastermind, whose latest release saw him teaming up with Euphoria star Zendaya, has spent two years working on the project in Rome. from Travel News | Top Europe Destinations & Holiday Ideas | Mail Online https://ift.tt/RWoYlje

Ex-spy turned explorer dubbed the 'real life James Bond' details his grueling adventures - as he reveals his three essential travel items

Tony Schiena - who splits his time between the U.S. and Europe - currently runs Mosiac, which is considered one of the world's leading intelligence and security advisory firms. from Travel News | Top Europe Destinations & Holiday Ideas | Mail Online https://ift.tt/biV7wod

Does Emirates live up to the hype? Inside the carrier's economy, premium and business class cabins for a 3-way video review battle between London and Nairobi in A380s and Boeing 777s

The cabins are put to the test by Ted Thornhill, who flies premium economy on an A380 to Dubai, economy on a 777 to Nairobi and business class on an A380 from Dubai back to Heathrow. from Travel News | Top Europe Destinations & Holiday Ideas | Mail Online https://ift.tt/tnM4rFe

Rail misery on three key train lines over the August bank holiday weekend

Exclusive: Engineering projects will cause train cancellations both the main north-south artery as well as the Great Western route from The Independent Travel https://ift.tt/kAsh1pb

When it costs more to change your plane ticket than buy a new one

Plane Talk: What is a reasonable price for amending your travel plans? from The Independent Travel https://ift.tt/N1VKAEL

Nearly half of Brits don’t take all their annual leave

Holidays being too expensive and not having enough time to plan are among the reasons for not taking time off from The Independent Travel https://ift.tt/QJdSEb1

Woodstock was a pivotal moment in history - how much hippy spirit is left in upstate New York?

An iconic music moment took place in the leafy solitude of upstate New York 55 years ago – Matt Charlton discovers if there’s a lasting legacy of peace and love in the area from The Independent Travel https://ift.tt/yLhN3X4

Missing pair of scissors leads to dozens of flights being cancelled and hundreds delayed

All domestic flights were grounded for two hours due to suspended security checks from The Independent Travel https://ift.tt/eEv0DUm

As Sri Lanka's spectacular East Coast is finally opened up, discover big game and ancient treasures on an island of wild wonders

Fiona Hardcastle travels around Sri Lanka over 10 days on a tour organised by Uga Resorts. She visits white sand beaches and spots leopards, elephants and monkeys... from Travel News | Top Europe Destinations & Holiday Ideas | Mail Online https://ift.tt/KSFmD7O

London City Airport expansion approved as millions more passengers planned

The decision is one of the first big infrastructure planning calls made by the new Labour government from The Independent Travel https://ift.tt/ylD8JH1

What will the EU’s new entry-exit system mean for British travellers?

Under the entry-exit system, from 10 November 2024 every British traveller to the Schengen Area can expect to be fingerprinted and provide a facial biometric from The Independent Travel https://ift.tt/IY0imJQ

Family slams £3,900 easyJet holiday: ‘You wouldn’t put a dog in there’

Mark and Nadia said their balcony overlooked a car park with a skip and bins from The Independent Travel https://ift.tt/MDYbWA6

Former Tory rail minister admits failure on reform – and praises train staff and unions

Huw Merriman: ‘These people work hard and should be shown more respect’ from The Independent Travel https://ift.tt/x84psRg

Where to find Banksy artwork in London and beyond

Rats, riots and solidarity sketches have cropped up in locations from Bristol to Venice from The Independent Travel https://ift.tt/6AKmBnq

Flight attendant reveals how members of cabin crew can get fined $10,000 of their OWN money if plane passengers fail to follow the rules

In a TikTok, Keana, 31, from Georgia, encourages viewers to 'just listen' if they take a flight and a member of staff asks them to do certain things. from Travel News | Top Europe Destinations & Holiday Ideas | Mail Online https://ift.tt/kBlrfgM

LNER train strikes: Aslef says staff morale is ‘in the gutter’ over ‘toxic’ dispute

Train drivers working for LNER between Edinburgh and London will walk out for 11 weekends straight from The Independent Travel https://ift.tt/XoW8U9h

The best lidos in Britain: From the one heated to 29C to the pool that will let you take your dog in

A lido revival is well under way with many long-derelict sites being restored to their former glory. Here are our top picks from across the UK... from Travel News | Top Europe Destinations & Holiday Ideas | Mail Online https://ift.tt/9JIM2ar

Etiquette guru reveals the EXACT amount of time you can work on your laptop in a cafe without ordering a coffee - and how much extra on the clock buying food gets you

The guidance comes from that duke of decorum William Hanson, who reveals his cafe tips in a TikTok video with one million views. Here he adds further remarks to MailOnline... from Travel News | Top Europe Destinations & Holiday Ideas | Mail Online https://ift.tt/PA096Cb

I holidayed in France’s ‘most dangerous’ city and came away unscathed – and enamoured

Tourists shouldn’t be deterred by Marseille’s dicey reputation, says Natalie Wilson after a très bien trip from The Independent Travel https://ift.tt/CJHFgRu

Whirly great escape: Inside the remarkable holiday rental that was once a Royal Navy helicopter

Will Roughton, 45, splashed out £35,000 on the Sea King after spotting it at a museum in Wales. 'It took about six months to convert,' he said. from Travel News | Top Europe Destinations & Holiday Ideas | Mail Online https://ift.tt/AzdW1sN

Paradise found: Discover planet and people-friendly travel in Thailand

Explore a world of ethical wildlife experiences, local customs and traditions, and captivating conservation projects for a truly feel-good break from The Independent Travel https://ift.tt/AHK9NDO

We need more to see women in adventure travel – this expedition is a good place to start

With more companies running women’s only trips, Annabel Grossman sets out on a polar skills training camp in Norway to see what a night in the wilderness can teach her from The Independent Travel https://ift.tt/BvlY92L

Hundreds of flights cancelled as Typhoon Ampil barrels towards Tokyo

Tokyo and East of Japan braces for the seventh typhoon of the year from The Independent Travel https://ift.tt/CvUQI8r

7 of the best Malta holidays 2024: Where to stay for luxury retreats and budget breaks

The best Malta destinations and last-minute holiday deals for a 2024 getaway to the Mediterranean island from The Independent Travel https://ift.tt/BQIpSWa

Train drivers’ strike over? Now fix the real problems with the railway

New transport secretary, Louise Haigh , was right when she vowed to end three years of strikes swiftly on taking office. from The Independent Travel https://ift.tt/sch1ZVA

The shocking spike in violent crimes against women on Britain’s trains

A third of all women are likely to be assaulted while commuting from The Independent Travel https://ift.tt/Ho6D9K0

Unlimited standby flights are back – but terms and conditions apply

Plane Talk: Turn up and take off? Not quite, but Wizz Air has a tempting deal for some from The Independent Travel https://ift.tt/3MbfZRv

Isle of Wight locals outraged at ferry trips to the mainland costing up to £440

A residents group claims the high fares are making accessing healthcare difficult from The Independent Travel https://ift.tt/SZHKDXP

I slept in the world's largest cave, discovered by accident in 1990 and so big it has its own jungle, river and WEATHER... and could house a 60-storey skyscraper

MailOnline Travel's Laura Sharman travels to Vietnam to explore the largest cave system in the world, which contains caverns that are 655ft tall and 490ft wide. from Travel News | Top Europe Destinations & Holiday Ideas | Mail Online https://ift.tt/Lo98pgI

South Korea deploys bedbug sniffer dog at main airport to keep away critters from Paris Olympics

Beagle is only dog in country trained to sniff out bedbugs by detecting their pheromones from The Independent Travel https://ift.tt/rxOlZnm

Runway at Japan’s Narita airport closed for hours after US cargo plane makes emergency landing

Boeing 747 jet’s crew members not injured but plane’s tyres found ruptured and wheels damaged from The Independent Travel https://ift.tt/H8LAIOF

Fourteen breathtaking pictures of Japan that will make you want to book a trip - from castaway islands to a shrine that 'appears to float on water'

Our picture tour of Japan will take you to lesser-known corners of the country that are sometimes overlooked by tourists drawn to towering Tokyo and  Mount Fuji. from Travel News | Top Europe Destinations & Holiday Ideas | Mail Online https://ift.tt/dNb9AKW

Simon Calder reveals the best ways to reach Wembley for Taylor Swift’s concerts

Exclusive: All you need to know on transport and security for the event from The Independent Travel https://ift.tt/Ng9p6CG

Greece wildfires force thousands to evacuate as warning issued to tourists

Flames turned the sky orange around Athens as the sky was engulfed with smoke from The Independent Travel https://ift.tt/KXtJc1o

Bribe us! Flight attendants from BA, easyJet and more share 10 top travel hacks, from giving gifts to get ahead to why you should pack a Pot Noodle (and why booking seats in row 11 is a no-no)

The travel hacks were revealed by cabin crew in a survey by private travel club Velloy. Which one do YOU think is the most useful? from Travel News | Top Europe Destinations & Holiday Ideas | Mail Online https://ift.tt/1Fs3HT9

8 stunning lodges for a luxe safari, from treetops tents to shipwreck cabins

These lodgings promise a once-in-a-life stay on sprawling savannahs, rolling plains and ancient forests from The Independent Travel https://ift.tt/xp6WdS9

Are cheap holidays on offer because Russians can’t travel outside their country?

The Man Who Pays His Way : Correlation is not causation, with economic factors at work leading to summer bargains for Britons from The Independent Travel https://ift.tt/u7ibas0

Everything you need to know about going on safari – including cost, where to go and what to wear

Thinking about booking a bucket list trip but not sure where to start? Sue Watt tackles some of the most important questions about safari holidays from The Independent Travel https://ift.tt/OlPmL5A

Is there such thing as an affordable safari? How to holiday in the wild without breaking the bank

Brushes with wildlife are good for the soul – and they can be gentle on your pocket too, reveals James Litston from The Independent Travel https://ift.tt/5Iu3Cq0

Passengers aged 18 to 26 can cruise for FREE with Virgin Voyages this summer (but there's a catch…)

Virgin Voyages is marketing the promotion as 'kids go free'. While the cruise line is strictly adults only, it's changing its definition of 'kids' to young adults aged 18 to 26. Read on for more... from Travel News | Top Europe Destinations & Holiday Ideas | Mail Online https://ift.tt/2kW9mAz

From an award-winning bar inside a pastrami shop to a fake barber shop boozer - nine stunning hidden bars in Europe revealed

From London to Spain via France, some of Europe's best bars are tucked away in unlikely locations. Read on to discover 1920s-style speakeasies offering cocktails in plush underground lounges... from Travel News | Top Europe Destinations & Holiday Ideas | Mail Online https://ift.tt/tFqMVc4

Exploring Madeira’s hidden gems: bucket-list views, culture and cuisine

Independent culture and lifestyle writer Ellie Muir shares her adventures and culinary highlights from exploring the stunning Portuguese island of Madeira from The Independent Travel https://ift.tt/oWvHzEN

One ring to pay them all! I tested a contactless payment ring and got some VERY strange looks on the London Underground

A 'minimalist' payment ring from a little-known British company that doesn't cost a penny could prove popular with cash-strapped Brits. from Travel News | Top Europe Destinations & Holiday Ideas | Mail Online https://ift.tt/ytizpgE

British holidaymakers cancelling trips to Mallorca following ‘dangerous’ anti-tourist protests

Travellers have concerns about a ‘dangerous’ atmosphere in some areas of Spain from The Independent Travel https://ift.tt/MO0nGpx

Passengers aged 18 to 26 can cruise for FREE with Virgin Voyages this summer (but there's a catch…)

Virgin Voyages is marketing the promotion as 'kids go free'. While the cruise line is strictly adults only, it's changing its definition of 'kids' to young adults aged 18 to 26. Read on for more... from Travel News | Top Europe Destinations & Holiday Ideas | Mail Online https://ift.tt/P9lVUOj

Plane passenger reignites etiquette debate about wearing shoes and socks on flights

Sharing their thoughts on a post to Reddit, the user sparked a fierce debate over the matter. 'Planes are already one of the most horribly smelling places you can be,' the user wrote. from Travel News | Top Europe Destinations & Holiday Ideas | Mail Online https://ift.tt/xMPf2qD

First-class trip on Singapore Airlines sparks debate online: ‘I wouldn’t know what to do’

‘Ironically that’s too much space,’ one viewer argues from The Independent Travel https://ift.tt/obxtCdg

Virgin Atlantic transatlantic advert banned for misleading consumers

The Advertising Standards Authority (ASA) received five complaints from The Independent Travel https://ift.tt/tTU7RlH

Inside the most expensive motorhome in the world that's worth a staggering $2.5 MILLION

Real estate YouTube creator and actor Erik Van Conover gained access to the world's most expensive motorhome, which boasts a spread of lavish features and a $2.5 million price tag to boot. from Travel News | Top Europe Destinations & Holiday Ideas | Mail Online https://ift.tt/SXbFC62

Rail misery on three key train lines over the August bank holiday weekend

Exclusive: Engineering projects will cause train cancellations both the main north-south artery as well as the Great Western route from The Independent Travel https://ift.tt/7dSPJXH

These destinations are giving visitors rewards for being ‘good tourists’ – and how to bag some for yourself

Should you expect high praise for making the sustainable choice on your holiday? ‘Climate rewards’ are becoming more common across Europe and beyond – Eloise Barker takes a look at how they work from The Independent Travel https://ift.tt/o32kIXm

Delta flight forced to turn around over Atlantic due to lightning strike

The FAA said that commecial jetliners are required by law to be built to withstand lightning strikes from The Independent Travel https://ift.tt/6FzrKRi

I tackled freezing -40F temperatures and risked polar bear attacks to set a WORLD RECORD on an all-female ski expedition above the magnetic North Pole

DailyMail.com's Sadie Whitelocks took part in an all-female ski expedition to the 1996 Magnetic North Pole. The aim of the expedition was to conduct crucial scientific research. from Travel News | Top Europe Destinations & Holiday Ideas | Mail Online https://ift.tt/u6EYDq1

Why did Air Canada passengers end up 400 miles further away from London?

The Man Who Pays His Way: Destination Heathrow? Welcome to Montreal from The Independent Travel https://ift.tt/MPOpqT5

Pictured: The UK's cutest harbours - from lost-in-time Cornish gems to fairytale seaside spots in Scotland and Wales

Thanks to its rich maritime history, the UK has over 430 harbours dotted around its coastline. Here's our pick of the bunch for sensational seaside staycationing... from Travel News | Top Europe Destinations & Holiday Ideas | Mail Online https://ift.tt/tBT3KHz

Discover the lesser-known side of Tenerife where beers are €2.50 and landscapes appear straight out of a movie

With historic towns, cloud-cloaked forests and local tapas, Benjamin Salmon finds that the north of this island challanges all his preconceptions of what a Canaray Islands holiday looks like from The Independent Travel https://ift.tt/vOA1LnS

This region of Greece is beautiful, crowd-free and a Unesco site – and you’ve probably never heard of it

Despite being designated a World Heritage site, few people choose this area for a Hellenic holiday (or could place it on a map) – Mark Jones fell for its charms years ago, and has returned to see if it still stands up for an authentic Greek getaway from The Independent Travel https://ift.tt/peWTEJG

I'm proud to be a tourist and join the hordes for a spritz of cologne in Duty Free! says MARK PALMER

Suddenly, tourism has become a dirty word - and tourists increasingly are made to feel guilty about spending their hard-earned money and heading off to all ­corners of the globe. from Travel News | Top Europe Destinations & Holiday Ideas | Mail Online https://ift.tt/QbMqdWU

Inside the Ohio ghost town that gave birth to a Hollywood legend but now sits as a 1940s 'time capsule' due to its derelict houses and deserted stores

Urban explorer Devin Dark ventured to downtown Steubenville, which he explains was once a booming industrial district known for its steel production and coal mining. from Travel News | Top Europe Destinations & Holiday Ideas | Mail Online https://ift.tt/M4gaYCo

How to spend a day in Portobello, Edinburgh’s swinging seaside suburb

Quirk and elegance are balanced in this beachside stretch of Scotland’s capital, where Suzy Pope discovers an on-trend food scene, convivial drinking dens and plenty of places to shop from The Independent Travel https://ift.tt/vWUD3GA

The secret holiday swaps for dodging overtourism in Europe this summer

It’s time to seek out the lesser-known destinations for a break this year, says Sarah Marshall from The Independent Travel https://ift.tt/M2fCwXO

Saudi Arabia unveil 11 new futuristic stadium concepts in their bid to host 2034 World Cup... with a 92,000-capacity mega-ground put ahead to host the final - and a pitch 350ft above the ground also in the pipeline

The Kingdom first announced intentions to host the competition after it was announced by the sport's governing body that only bidders from Asia or Oceania would be considered. from Travel News | Top Europe Destinations & Holiday Ideas | Mail Online https://ift.tt/6Gn4Jcv