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The best holidays to book for December 2024, from sun-drenched St Lucia to Krakow’s Christmas markets

Winter is coming, it bringing travel plans for Christmas city breaks and off-season Caribbean sun – whether you fancy hitting the slopes in Austria, a beach escape in St Lucia or a hike in the Shropshire Hills, we’ve something to inspire you from The Independent Travel https://ift.tt/FQV9M8e

Bangladesh attackers set fire to headquarters of party that backed Sheikh Hasina

No one immediately claimed responsibility for attack on Jatiya Party offices in Dhaka from The Independent Travel https://ift.tt/S6wVmlb

Travel experts reveal why you never want to see these four letters printed on your boarding pass

Travel experts revealed why fliers would never want to see four letters on their boarding passes. from Travel News | Top Europe Destinations & Holiday Ideas | Mail Online https://ift.tt/tEqiYwC

Train fares and railcard price increase: What you need to know

Changes to fares will come into force next year from The Independent Travel https://ift.tt/CwYNs1k

Victim or monster? The mystery of the most prolific female serial killer of all time

Accounts of the Hungarian 'Blood Countess' remain shrouded in mystery from The Independent Travel https://ift.tt/J8oyvbl

Women removed from British Airways flight after altercation over Maga cap

Women passengers allegedly traded punches after one asked the other to remove her Maga hat from The Independent Travel https://ift.tt/VjlBARN

Plans to tackle infamous ‘Euston rush’ released after urgent review

Around 40 per cent of Avanti West Coast services will now board 20 minutes before departure from The Independent Travel https://ift.tt/jtND6Pa

European airlines hit by delivery delays are forced to cancel flights

Airlines have said that the worst is yet to come from The Independent Travel https://ift.tt/3WY9brx

Spanish protests against ‘suffocating’ overtourism spill into San Sebastian

A resident said the current tourism model has made the city a ‘soulless theme park’ from The Independent Travel https://ift.tt/HAt5ip7

I am a flight attendant... here is why I always book my seats in the same row

Rosie Awad, who has worked for Virgin Australia for the past decade, has shared which seats she would always book - and which ones to avoid - when travelling on a Boeing 737-800. from Travel News | Top Europe Destinations & Holiday Ideas | Mail Online https://ift.tt/1TG8LCz

Dirtiest cruise ships investigation finds beer tap sludge and maggot infestations on board

The Hanseatic Inspiration scored just 62 out of 100 – anything below 86 is considered unsatisfactory from The Independent Travel https://ift.tt/CJh4wvX

November tube strikes: When are they and which lines are affected?

Two unions are taking action next month from The Independent Travel https://ift.tt/C7plZkO

I write Gothic horror novels - and these are my six favourite spooky country houses and castles in the UK

Here, Louise Davidson takes you on a tour of abodes infested with eerie entities, from grey ladies to ghostly animals, and from a spectral 'Tall Man' to floating heads. Read on - if you dare! from Travel News | Top Europe Destinations & Holiday Ideas | Mail Online https://ift.tt/NrCYoHO

Falling off the map: how Cuba has vanished from travellers’ itineraries

The Man Who Pays His Way: Savour Havana. Go to the beach. Meet the Cuban people. from The Independent Travel https://ift.tt/ZQsKNIS

Delta Airlines first class passenger's bizarre behavior leaves seatmate baffled

A frequent flyer took to Reddit to reveal the unnamed man sitting next to him was a nightmare seatmate as he detailed all the odd practices he witnessed the passenger do. from Travel News | Top Europe Destinations & Holiday Ideas | Mail Online https://ift.tt/hVix47q

Rising energy bills are why we’re ditching half-term holidays, say parents

Almost 20 per cent of families said term-time travel fines were worth the savings from The Independent Travel https://ift.tt/tPlzBaG

Timeline of the Odyssey cruise ship: How the four-month Belfast ordeal unfolded before it set sail

It was a quite a summer for the stricken vessel docked in Northern Ireland’s captial – Amelia Neath delves into the story of the ‘never-ending cruise’ from The Independent Travel https://ift.tt/UxhnZms

France proposes charging entrance fee to Notre Dame for reopening

Before the 2019 fire shattered the 850-year-old state-owned cathedral it attracted millions of visitors a year from The Independent Travel https://ift.tt/CT1B7Xn

Southern Sinai’s secluded beach camps offer a different side to Egypt

Just a short drive from some of the country’s busiest tourist resorts, Tamara Davison discovers a haven of tranquility and calm on Egypt’s Sinai Peninsula from The Independent Travel https://ift.tt/Ji0HoVO

Viral video appears to capture critter stowaway hiding in light fixtures on flight

The small animal was seen crawling above the passengers’ heads in the lights from The Independent Travel https://ift.tt/zmXHTi2

Why the Canary Islands should be your next holiday

Here’s how to enjoy the best of the warm temperatures, volcanic peaks and Atlantic shallows that the cluster of Canaries has to offer from The Independent Travel https://ift.tt/G9PKUZ5

12 of the best things to do in Jordan, from desert camping to visiting crusader castles

Here’s how to make the most of a Jordan holiday, whether you fancy relaxing by the Red Sea or exploring ancient wonders from The Independent Travel https://ift.tt/GsqamZn

The Canary Island that’s a surprisingly good destination for wine – and best paired with a 12k run

The Canary Islands’ ashen climate lends unique notes to its carafes – taking the lava fields in her stride, Ellie Ross sprints and sips in Lanzarote’s La Geria region to discover the best of the volcanic vines from The Independent Travel https://ift.tt/o6ZWN7g

The 30 best places to visit in 2025 named by Lonely Planet: Cameroon, Toulouse, Pittsburgh and East Anglia are among the places you MUST explore next year

The destinations are honoured in Lonely Planet's newly released Best In Travel 2025 book, which crowns the top ten countries, regions and cities to visit next year. from Travel News | Top Europe Destinations & Holiday Ideas | Mail Online https://ift.tt/2DsOdco

Michelin released its first list of America's best hotels - so are they worth staying in?

The Michelin Guide released its first list of Key Hotels in the U.S. earlier this year. U.S. Femail Editor Louise Cheer booked herself into a handful of them to see if they were worth it. from Travel News | Top Europe Destinations & Holiday Ideas | Mail Online https://ift.tt/CyDgBM8

Revealed: The loneliest train stations in the USA - with the least-used located in Texas, where just 247 passengers a YEAR board a service

We delved into Amtrak's ridership data to pinpoint America's 10 loneliest stations. We found the least-used one lies on the Sunset Limited and Texas Eagle routes. from Travel News | Top Europe Destinations & Holiday Ideas | Mail Online https://ift.tt/zWaNv9S

American Airlines is testing a huge flight boarding change, how could it affect you

American Airlines is cracking down on line-cutting, as new technology prevents passengers from boarding before their zone from The Independent Travel https://ift.tt/fYcCdxK

Less partying, more skiing: How to have a ‘grown-up’ ski season in your 40s

Having fallen in love with the mountains in middle age, Adam Ifans thought he had missed his chance for the classic gap year ski season – but with the Ski Club of Great Britain reintroducing its reps scheme to France, a fresh opportunity presents itself from The Independent Travel https://ift.tt/Kn23zmI

Superfan who visits Disneyland every week says he has no shame in being a ‘Disney adult’

Stevie Fernando even met his wife at Disneyland from The Independent Travel https://ift.tt/O0YUJau

EasyJet offering salaries up to 170k in pilot recruitment battle at Gatwick

Airlines, including British Airways, are offering competitive wages amid air travel staff shortages from The Independent Travel https://ift.tt/do8GyDY

Fight the winter blues with these incredible holiday experiences

From private sea adventures to luxurious stays in historical buildings, here are some unique travel ideas to inspire your next trip from The Independent Travel https://ift.tt/FfIK2kR

I'm the Daily Mail's travel editor and have visited 76 countries. Here are the ones you MUST see - as well as the most overrated destinations

My job as travel editor of The Daily Mail and Mail on Sunday has seen me travel to every corner of the world. Some experiences will stay with me forever. Others haven't lived up to their billing. from Travel News | Top Europe Destinations & Holiday Ideas | Mail Online https://ift.tt/KpUGMlY

Best spooky stays on Airbnb for Halloween, from York to Salem

From creepy castles and chilling churches to haunted houses, here are the best Airbnbs to stay for a spookily good Halloween from The Independent Travel https://ift.tt/lQcZNep

How to escape the crowds - and protests - in Spain: Travel experts reveal the country's best hidden holiday gems (including the spots the SPANISH like to visit)

From one of the best places to 'sample fresh seafood' to the 'Gibraltar of Valencia' - these are some of Spain's top off-the-radar delights. from Travel News | Top Europe Destinations & Holiday Ideas | Mail Online https://ift.tt/TLpKBAC

I have visited North Korea 30 times and seen almost every province, but I'm still not bored of it and would LOVE to return. Here's why...

Zoe Stephens, 30, from Liverpool here shares photos and video footage of the hermit kingdom as well as memories of her time there. from Travel News | Top Europe Destinations & Holiday Ideas | Mail Online https://ift.tt/Z2qTMGn

My seven US wonders, from Route 66 to the Kennedy Space Center

The Man Who Pays His Way: November marks the start of the American season from The Independent Travel https://ift.tt/Pkq98LR

Meet the solo travellers who live OPPOSITE each other - but didn't realise until they went on a trip halfway around the world together

Annaliese Cunniffe and Lauren Brown live right opposite each other in an apartment complex in Washington DC, but didn't meet until they went on a trip 2,800 miles away to Iceland. from Travel News | Top Europe Destinations & Holiday Ideas | Mail Online https://ift.tt/hmgpLTX

I'm a female solo traveller - this is the hidden gem you must visit, the famous Greek island you should AVOID and these are the exotic places you can enjoy on a VERY tight budget

Meet savvy solo traveller Rachel Smith from Surrey, England, who travels to destinations with £12-per-night accommodation and £1 'fresh meals'. Discover her favourite spots... from Travel News | Top Europe Destinations & Holiday Ideas | Mail Online https://ift.tt/Pkovd5E

Massive hoard of matchbox toy cars that took half a century to collect goes on sale for huge price tag

Terry Kneeshaw from Darlington is selling his huge collection of matchbox cars which took almost 50 years to build has gone on sale for an astounding price.  from Travel News | Top Europe Destinations & Holiday Ideas | Mail Online https://ift.tt/INzjbCP

HS2 claim their trains will have UK’s ‘most comfortable seats’ as test designs revealed

The HS2 trains will include recling seats, plenty of leg room and reading lights from The Independent Travel https://ift.tt/M8ePyVC

Some mega cruise ships pump out as much CO2 as a small town, study finds

Disney Cruise Line, Norwegian and Princess Cruises were among the worst polluters from The Independent Travel https://ift.tt/QZFOEwh

Great British getaways: Discovering the spot in Northern Ireland with 'one of the UK's best coastlines' - with three countries visible from it on a clear day

The Daily Mail's Tom Chesshyre visits the small town of Portrush in County Antrim, which lies amid 'rugged cliffs, ­towering dunes and sweeping beaches'. from Travel News | Top Europe Destinations & Holiday Ideas | Mail Online https://ift.tt/1sMUaf2

Reviving and thriving: The medieval market town of Buckingham has a rich history - and a bright future

On a visit to Buckingham, Neil Clark looks around the town's striking local history museum and enjoys lunch at a 'splendid' 18th-century inn. from Travel News | Top Europe Destinations & Holiday Ideas | Mail Online https://ift.tt/N16J0FU

8 of the best Caribbean islands for winter sun and beach stays

Here are the sun-kissed Caribbean shores to retreat to come winter, from Dominica’s rainforests to Antigua’s lively corals from The Independent Travel https://ift.tt/Oc6Usd7

10 most beautiful places to visit in Dubrovnik

Gothic architecture, views of the crystal clear Adriatic sea and secret green enclaves, the charming city of Dubrovnik is a charming town with plenty to discover from The Independent Travel https://ift.tt/SyqGrzo

Seeing is be-leaf-ing! Man single-handedly plants 40,000 trees on derelict city-centre land and turns it into an urban forest that's home to 45 species of bird

Helio da Silva spent 20 years planting trees along a rundown stretch of land in Sao Paulo. The urban park lowers the temperature of the concrete centre and improves air quality. from Travel News | Top Europe Destinations & Holiday Ideas | Mail Online https://ift.tt/HYPKBIQ

10 of the best ski resorts in Italy

Choose between the Alps and the Dolomites in this more affordable skiing destination from The Independent Travel https://ift.tt/w3XtPWE

Fines will not put parents off term-time family holidays, survey finds

School fines have increased from £60 to £80 this academic year as part of a Government drive to boost attendance from The Independent Travel https://ift.tt/iGj2gD6

The giant 60-acre corn maze that's so stressful people call 911 to beg cops to rescue them

A giant 60-acre corn maze in Dixon, California has proven so disorienting that stressed-out customers have called 911 to be rescued. from Travel News | Top Europe Destinations & Holiday Ideas | Mail Online https://ift.tt/x0mYBtz

The breathtaking Wild West landscape with a perfectly preserved ghost town that hardly anyone visits

Those looking for a hidden gem unspoiled by crowds should look no further than the Pawnee Buttes, a pair of 300-foot tall rock formations in the grassy plains of northern Colorado. from Travel News | Top Europe Destinations & Holiday Ideas | Mail Online https://ift.tt/YNWX3Dg

Sleepy mountain town that's taking on glitzy Aspen as new skiing hotspot - where property is much cheaper

A sleepy mountain town in Colorado could soon be a serious rival to its more glamorous neighbor Aspen - where property prices are around 50 percent more expensive. from Travel News | Top Europe Destinations & Holiday Ideas | Mail Online https://ift.tt/SGW3VsI

A festival took me to the ‘Maldives of Europe’ – and I found out why it’s the next tourist favourite

More than a decade after her first visit, Maya Oppenheim returns to Albania as the country is on the rise as a travel spot – discovering raw beauty, rich culture and off-the-beaten-path allure that’s hard to resist from The Independent Travel https://ift.tt/anrERHe

Inside the stunning Cornish lodge with after-hours access to one of the most beautiful gardens in England - and a secret beach

Sophie Foster checks in to Trebah Lodge on Cornwall's southwest coast. It offers out-of-hours access to Trebah Garden, recognised by Great British Gardens as one of Britain's best. from Travel News | Top Europe Destinations & Holiday Ideas | Mail Online https://ift.tt/1x0Cjoy

The Gainsborough Bath Spa hotel review

Benjamin Parker checks in from The Independent Travel https://ift.tt/VO62ual

The scariest Halloween hotel stays across the country - including a Wyoming inn haunted by a 'headless bride'

Halloween is approaching, but several hotels in the US are allegedly already full of ghosts and supernatural occurrences. from Travel News | Top Europe Destinations & Holiday Ideas | Mail Online https://ift.tt/AHy4Bkb

‘We need to connect, not conquer’: Lucy Shepherd on surviving jungle wilderness – and redefining the explorer

Following her epic 50-day trek through the Amazon rainforest in Guyana, explorer Lucy Shepherd speaks to Annabel Grossman about her most challenging moments in the wilderness and the need to protect these fragile ecosystems from The Independent Travel https://ift.tt/X4cIB2p

The perfect European city Christmas market break – with a hidden spa twist

Keen to see more of the Czech Republic than just its romantic capital, Chris Wilson makes his way out to an ancient spa city to combine excitement and relaxation on a dual-destination break from The Independent Travel https://ift.tt/9JuOB62

British Airways cancels more long-haul flights as squeeze on intercontinental capacity intensifies

The Man Who Pays His Way: Plane problems spell fewer choices and higher prices for passengers from The Independent Travel https://ift.tt/ufkxU9W

The 10 best affordable hotels in Paris, from trendy hostels to boutique stays

The City of Light isn’t known for being easy on your wallet, but at these Parisian hotels cutting costs doesn’t mean compromising on quality from The Independent Travel https://ift.tt/7AqtRQk

Fake photos of Disney World flooded during Hurricane Milton spread online by Russian news agency

The photos have been widely circulated online, falsely showing the theme park underwater from The Independent Travel https://ift.tt/oxOE9HB

Brit recalls ‘holiday from hell’ with seven children as Hurricane Milton devastates Florida

Jordan Sly recalls ‘everyone screaming’ as Hurricane Milton struck, setting off the alarms in their holiday home from The Independent Travel https://ift.tt/hMbFPwU

Rise of luxury roasts as Gen Z ditch humble British classics for lobster, steak, and oysters - but, would YOU pay £75 for a Sunday dinner?

Gen Zs across the UK are now tucking into luxury roast dinners with steak fillet, bone marrow gravy and lobster tail trimmings as they ditch cheap, classic versions. from Travel News | Top Europe Destinations & Holiday Ideas | Mail Online https://ift.tt/jEDh6LU

First class passenger horrified to find bedbug climbing up their leg during flight

The passenger sad they were ‘sufficiently freaked out’ by the incident from The Independent Travel https://ift.tt/Qld1r0U

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

Under the entry-exit system, British travellers to the Schengen Area can expect to be fingerprinted and provide a facial biometric from The Independent Travel https://ift.tt/TD8WACJ

French ski resort in Alps shuts due to shortage of snow

Locals called the loss of 200 jobs in the Alpe du Grand Serre area a ‘cruel lack of humanity’ from The Independent Travel https://ift.tt/gUeQOdv

Inside one of sport's ultimate experiences: My afternoon in an Old Trafford VIP suite to see Manchester United play, with Champagne, gourmet food and football legends dropping in for a chat

MailOnline Travel's Ted Thornhill experiences the VIP Marriott Hotels M Club Suite. He writes: 'I discover it's one of sport's most incredible experiences, Manchester United fan or not.' from Travel News | Top Europe Destinations & Holiday Ideas | Mail Online https://ift.tt/GkWrUx9

London commuters face severe delays on Jubilee and Northern lines

A faulty train and signalling failures have caused commuter chaos from The Independent Travel https://ift.tt/0gEpGud

Behold the magic of the animal kingdom: Winners of the 2024 Natural History Museum Wildlife Photographer of the Year contest revealed

This year's incredible winning images were chosen from more than 59,000 entries from 117 countries and territories. from Travel News | Top Europe Destinations & Holiday Ideas | Mail Online https://ift.tt/bYBoVcj

Why this African country is the ultimate winter sun escape

No jet lag from Western Europe, sublime streches of beach, and possibly the best jollof rice in the region – Vivienne Dovi reveals why Senegal is not simply a warm holiday spot but a vibrant cultural experience from The Independent Travel https://ift.tt/WGhXwns

Euston has a problem that only HS2 can solve

Train Talk: What is going on at the West Coast main line hub – and can five points fix it? from The Independent Travel https://ift.tt/iZq1EIV

M42 named England’s worst motorway – while the M40 ranks top

Among A roads, the A12 from London to Essex is rated worst from The Independent Travel https://ift.tt/gembJ2p

Airline passengers claim they were kicked off plane by male flight attendant for wearing crop tops

Spirit Airlines passengers claim a male flight attendant kicked them off the plane because they wouldn’t ‘cover-up’ from The Independent Travel https://ift.tt/xi05wZl

Thousands of UK tourists face Florida disruption as Hurricane Milton poses ‘extremely serious threat’

Explainer: Your options if you are one of the many British tourists already there or booked to travel – airlines are offering flexibility from The Independent Travel https://ift.tt/HZjrRlt

Inside the British caravan park holiday that's fun AND fancy (and free from awkward organised entertainment)

Lisa Snell and her family check in to Love2Stay, a luxury caravan park in Shrewsbury. They enjoy a posh lodge and on-site features that include a 'beach', natural pool and forest school. from Travel News | Top Europe Destinations & Holiday Ideas | Mail Online https://ift.tt/md3HAnZ

Airline apologises after ‘sexually explicit’ film played to every passenger – with no way to turn it off

In-flight entertainment system on a Qantas flight from Sydney to Tokyo was impacted by technical issues from The Independent Travel https://ift.tt/Mh5oYCJ

Elephants and tourists rescued as extreme flooding hits popular Thai city

Chiang Mai, Thailand’s northern city popular with tourists, was hit by widespread flooding over the weekend from The Independent Travel https://ift.tt/XadKIji

Caught on camera: My night of hell when leaf-cutter ants stole my TENT... while I was in it (and a tarantula turned up, too)

American explorer Paul Rosolie tells MailOnline Travel about the night in the Peruvian Amazon that leaf-cutter ants cut his tent to ribbons - and carried it off into the night... from Travel News | Top Europe Destinations & Holiday Ideas | Mail Online https://ift.tt/pGDKZF9

Frontier Airlines flight catches fire on landing at Las Vegas airport

Cabin crew reported smoke in the cockpit mid-flight from The Independent Travel https://ift.tt/XxEIams

I stayed at the Manchester Marriott Hotel Piccadilly after its £33million refurb - this is what it's like inside (and why it left me gobsmacked)

MailOnline Travel Editor Ted Thornhill checked in to an Executive King at the hotel. Here, he reveals an eye-catching perk of his top-floor room and why the hotel is remarkable value. from Travel News | Top Europe Destinations & Holiday Ideas | Mail Online https://ift.tt/HtKx4SN

Holidays can cost 50% more if you book on a computer, not a smartphone app

Holidaymakers can be charged up to 50 per cent more when booking on a laptop rather than an app. One London hotel even charged £200 extra per night, a Mail on Sunday investigation has found. from Travel News | Top Europe Destinations & Holiday Ideas | Mail Online https://ift.tt/Q0R5Mbm

6 of the best destinations for an affordable October half term holiday

Here’s where to go to keep the kids occupied without going over budget from The Independent Travel https://ift.tt/FvZUm0d

Berlin has been named the best place for dining solo – here’s where to eat

These spots in the German capital have been recommended by solo diners using OpenTable from The Independent Travel https://ift.tt/JlQPvY5

Which? calls for cabin bag and seat selection fees that quadruple flight costs to be included in 'drip pricing' crackdown - as study shows flying with BA can be CHEAPER than Ryanair once add-ons are included

The Digital Markets, Competition and Consumers Act 2024 comes into effect in 2025, but it's unclear if charges beyond unavoidable booking or transaction fees will be covered. from Travel News | Top Europe Destinations & Holiday Ideas | Mail Online https://ift.tt/TuZEMh4

Frank Sinatra's iconic Hollywood home - the rumored venue for Marilyn Monroe and JFK's secret trysts - hits market

One of Hollywood's hottest love stories is back in the spotlight as Frank Sinatra's former iconic estate hits the market for an astonishing $7.9 million. from Travel News | Top Europe Destinations & Holiday Ideas | Mail Online https://ift.tt/IQplO2z

Cape Town named best value long-haul destination for winter sun

Tokyo has previously topped the list, and now sits in second place from The Independent Travel https://ift.tt/qc3s8zt

This month-long winter sun holiday is probably cheaper than your rent

Here is how to grab a winter holiday in Turkey for as little as £18 a day from The Independent Travel https://ift.tt/2cEP3bg

My breathtaking hiking holiday in La Palma amid active volcanos and starry night skies - it was lava at first sight!

Martin Symington joins a week-long La Palma's Volcanic Trails itinerary. Stops on his tour include the Tajogaite volcano, which 'spewed ash and rivers of lava' over the Spanish island in 2021. from Travel News | Top Europe Destinations & Holiday Ideas | Mail Online https://ift.tt/w1X2ncE

8 best cruises from Southampton for 2024/2025

Set sail to Scandinavia, the Mediterranean, the Caribbean and more from the UK’s largest cruise port from The Independent Travel https://ift.tt/wZOSfyH

A third of Brits say they choose separate beds from their partner on holiday for a better night’s sleep

‘Zillenials’ are the leading the way in the ‘sleep divorce’ trend of booking separate beds on holiday from The Independent Travel https://ift.tt/XRkpSQT

Jeans Street: Japan’s denim Mecca is drawing in cowboys and hipsters alike

The area, including a street named Jeans Street, draws about 100,000 visitors a year from The Independent Travel https://ift.tt/1Y42Aue

9 best adventure holidays in Australia to tick off your bucket list

How to have the ultimate Australia experience, from cruising the Whitsundays to cycling the southern wine region from The Independent Travel https://ift.tt/61MWnjt