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Celestyal repositioning cruises offer winter sun at 60 per cent discount

You could grab a bargain cruise fare if you can sail outside of the peak winter period from The Independent Travel https://ift.tt/Sb3m7rY

The best hotels in Rome for nights in historic palaces and lavish city hideaways

From budget stalwarts to above-and-beyond luxurious, here are our picks for the best places to stay in the Eternal City from The Independent Travel https://ift.tt/t1rj65k

I'm a female solo traveller - under £20 bargain travel accessory 'is a must for every girl'

A unique travel item that retails for under £20 has been praised as a safety essential by female solo travellers. from Travel News | Top Europe Destinations & Holiday Ideas | Mail Online https://ift.tt/TlAKw51

The best towns and villages to visit in the Lake District

With gorgeous walks, excellent dining options and picture-perfect pubs, these are some of the best places to base yourself during a stay in the Lake District from The Independent Travel https://ift.tt/XUKSwCJ

Dad, 35, dies on holiday after dismissing stomach pain as food poisoning

Katerina Glazyrina hopes to raise awareness of the symptoms of pancreatitis from The Independent Travel https://ift.tt/ltBO6pq

Hotel overbooking: the dark art of predicting ‘no-shows’ and hoping not to ‘walk’ a guest

The Man Who Pays His Way: An empty room is an unused asset – and the potential revenue for that night vanishes forever from The Independent Travel https://ift.tt/akK27F0

Which? reveals the world's cheapest five-star hotels - with prices from as little as £22 a night

New research from Which? has found the world's cheapest five-star hotels including a 'hidden gem' with private beach access available for just £22 a night. Find out how to get luxury for less... from Travel News | Top Europe Destinations & Holiday Ideas | Mail Online https://ift.tt/hvMEs7S

Travel anxiety is triggered by these five plane factors, study reveals

The survey also revealed which airlines are the ‘best’ for nervous flyers from The Independent Travel https://ift.tt/u4q3HGz

Grounded: The questions Heathrow must answer over fire shutdown

Given the immense harm caused, Heathrow still has some key things to answer from The Independent Travel https://ift.tt/Q89Pydo

The world's most bewitching fairytale destinations revealed - from a 'magical' USA forest to storybook European towns

Step into the pages of a book of fairytales with these enchanting destinations. From storybook forests to gingerbread towns, Reddit users have selected the most magical spots... from Travel News | Top Europe Destinations & Holiday Ideas | Mail Online https://ift.tt/F1zyVHl

Vlogger who moved from Liverpool to a remote Greek island explains why she would NEVER move back to the UK

Emma and her partner Adam, both from Liverpool, emigrated to Zakynthos, Greece, in March 2023 after 'catching the travelling bug' while working onboard luxury cruise ships. from Travel News | Top Europe Destinations & Holiday Ideas | Mail Online https://ift.tt/ofeRSnb

Best value holiday destinations for Brits revealed - as European location with £2 beers and £38 flights takes the top spot

The Post Office Holiday Money Report surveyed 47 destinations around the globe, looking at the price of eight items typically bought on holiday. from Travel News | Top Europe Destinations & Holiday Ideas | Mail Online https://ift.tt/9fUDywq

China-bound AirAsia flight returns to Kuala Lumpur after engine fire

Passengers deboard safely after flight makes emergency landing from The Independent Travel https://ift.tt/YjDJnde

Sun-soaked Southern vacation state is home to America's most dangerous beaches, worrying survey reveals

This East Coast state is known for its epic spring breaks, sun-soaked vacations, and also some of the most dangerous beaches in the country, a survey revealed. from Travel News | Top Europe Destinations & Holiday Ideas | Mail Online https://ift.tt/oeLEbPi

Heathrow closure: ‘Improve UK diversion airports so passengers don’t end up on random Atlantic islands’

Plane Talk: Diverting a plane triggers a multitude of issues from The Independent Travel https://ift.tt/VMHBIh7

UK issues travel warnings over growing Turkey unrest after Erdogan lashes out at ‘evil’ protests

Turkey’s main opposition party calls for boycott of ‘pro-Erdogan’ media, brands, and stores from The Independent Travel https://ift.tt/eGNyv7O

Inside the quirky crystal-themed museum that's a 'fantasy fairytale' in the mountains

Kristallwelten Wattens, a Swarovski crystal-themed museum, is concealed beneath a hulking greenery-covered giant in the Austrian mountains. from Travel News | Top Europe Destinations & Holiday Ideas | Mail Online https://ift.tt/3vKLcVx

Family’s surprise cruise trip ruined when staff mistakenly bar teen from boarding

Shannon Nutting’s 16-year-old son not allowed to board cruise using student ID from The Independent Travel https://ift.tt/hRrCA3t

Fourteen photos of the world's most spectacular walled cities and towns - from a 'fairytale' town with 'towered walls' to a mountain city with 'starburst-shaped ramparts'

MailOnline Travel has selected photos of some of the world's most breathtaking walled cities and towns to inspire you to book your next historic holiday. And there's wall-to-wall beauty to be found. from Travel News | Top Europe Destinations & Holiday Ideas | Mail Online https://ift.tt/l1G5UQt

Power play: how the Heathrow shutdown hit passengers at home and away

The Man Who Pays His Way: Any more of this and I will start a line of travel chaos T-shirts from The Independent Travel https://ift.tt/vQXHcEd

Forget Warsaw and Krakow – this Polish city has street art, film history and £2 pints

With industrial chic neighbourhoods filled with street art, museums and hip cafes, Tamara Hinson says it’s time we started paying more attention to Lodz from The Independent Travel https://ift.tt/vQ28roY

Out with Santorini, Mykonos and the Acropolis – in with these new Aegean gems for the ultimate Greece holiday

These Greek spots promise stunning scenery and authentic experiences – without the crowds and the price tag, says Elise Morton from The Independent Travel https://ift.tt/UeuP2J4

Mandarin Oriental Qianmen, Beijing hotel review

Samuel Mathewson checks in from The Independent Travel https://ift.tt/eEFpKUL

10 of the best things to do in Singapore, from hikes, cycle trails to exploring the Geylang neighbourhood

As the southeast Asia country celebrates its 60th anniversary, Tamara Hinson rounds up the best ways to enjoy the ultimate Singapore sojourn from The Independent Travel https://ift.tt/PXQvtUN

Celebrity holograms, helicopters and champagne cruises: How to spend £100,000 on a London weekend

From the top floor at Claridge’s to champagne cruises down the Thames, Natalie Wilson takes a look inside London’s luxury travel scene with help from those behind first-class concierge services who know it best from The Independent Travel https://ift.tt/egF5bSN

Heathrow Airport closed: What are your rights if your flight is cancelled?

The closure has caused major travel disruption, with at least 120 Heathrow-bound flights forced to divert from The Independent Travel https://ift.tt/8ciqEUD

UK attractions still lagging behind pre-Covid visitor numbers as tourists stay away

Exclusive : All the top 10 sights are in or very close to London from The Independent Travel https://ift.tt/gZKGIk0

The best USA buys for Brits to bring home - from 'less than half-price' designer gear to teeth-whitening strips 100 times stronger than UK

There are many products readily available in Walmart and Target that you'll never find on the shelves of Tesco or Sainsbury's. Reddit users reveal the best bargains to pick up while Stateside. from Travel News | Top Europe Destinations & Holiday Ideas | Mail Online https://ift.tt/01KA3Lc

These are the world’s happiest countries in 2025

Finns are the happiest people in the world, according to a new global report from The Independent Travel https://ift.tt/cMNgkzp

Boost for tourists as Brits are told they will not need a 'euro-visa' until 2027 amid red-tape delays

'Euro-visas' or the European Travel Information and Authorisation System (Etias) has been postponed because of delays in the Entry/ Exit System (EES). from Travel News | Top Europe Destinations & Holiday Ideas | Mail Online https://ift.tt/UjFmzDE

Best boutique hotels in Edinburgh: Where to stay for romance and Old Town views

Discover the top boutique hotels in Edinburgh, from maximalist interiors to cosy Scottish stays from The Independent Travel https://ift.tt/qLwRceP

On the (rail) road: going to gigs by high-speed train

Train Talk: Singer-songwriter Jaz Delorean travelled to southern France for a one-night show from The Independent Travel https://ift.tt/Uh7esjE

Last Battle of Britain pilot dies aged 105: John 'Paddy' Hemingway was shot down four times and survived a plane crash. Now tributes pour in as his death draws to a close our 'finest hour'

In 1940, John 'Paddy' Hemingway was one of that extraordinary band of brothers who were all that stood between Britain and enemy invasion during what Winston Churchill called our 'finest hour'. from Travel News | Top Europe Destinations & Holiday Ideas | Mail Online https://ift.tt/xAPjIvl

I flew Fiji Airways business class for the first time from Sydney to Dallas. Here's my honest review - and how I turned one dream holiday into two

It's true what they say. Once you've experienced flying this way, the back of the plane will simply never be the same... from Travel News | Top Europe Destinations & Holiday Ideas | Mail Online https://ift.tt/TyApJF4

I own the 'best pub for Guinness outside of Ireland' - here's the secret to how we ALWAYS pour the perfect pint

Pádraig Brady, the owner of Mulligans of Deansgate, Manchester, speaks to MailOnline Travel. He has spent £100,000 on a fully independent Guinness dispense system for the pub. from Travel News | Top Europe Destinations & Holiday Ideas | Mail Online https://ift.tt/7wIrg49

The best boutique hotels in Paris for a chic city break

Fewer than a hundred rooms, oodles of character and everything from grand old townhouses to boutique hotels – these are the smaller but oh-so-stylish places to stay in Paris from The Independent Travel https://ift.tt/zC7wJRE

Is it safe to travel to India? Travel advice amid fears for women’s safety

What to know about your safety and rights as a British national travelling abroad from The Independent Travel https://ift.tt/WqBO70N

‘Please make this 13-hour flight even longer’: how air passengers’ rights rules distort behaviour

The Man Who Pays His Way: Unintended consequences of EU261 include delaying more planes from The Independent Travel https://ift.tt/cBnpE1l

Why a Caribbean holiday is the best way to celebrate life’s big moments

This week, TravelSmart is all about marking those big moments – from weddings to birthdays – in the incredible region that is the Caribbean . from The Independent Travel https://ift.tt/iq2pJzm

Delve deeper into Izmir’s surprising and growing fine-dining scene

Istanbul has long dominated Turkey’s culinary scene – Aisling O’Leary heads to the Aegean coast to find out how one region’s farm-to-table dining and fresh produce philosophy has won Michelin stars (as well as the hearts of foodies) from The Independent Travel https://ift.tt/Hj1UhYt

Eight islands with starring roles in films, from The Beach to Star Wars

Whether it’s Thailand’s golden sands or the rugged shores of Ireland, islands have provided the backdrops for some of Hollywood’s greatest hits – Tamara Hinson rounds up a few of the most memorable from The Independent Travel https://ift.tt/xmaAto6

Best-value holiday destinations for Britons in 2025 revealed

A European hotspot comes first as long-haul destinations claim six places in the top 10 from The Independent Travel https://ift.tt/JqKjtEv

9 cruise holidays you must do in your lifetime

Add these exceptional routes to your plans, from chasing the northern lights to sailing the Panama Canal from The Independent Travel https://ift.tt/ORB52qg

Passenger kicks crew member and swallows rosary beads in mid-air meltdown

Delange Augustin, 31, arrested after chaotic scenes forced flight to return to Savannah, Georgia from The Independent Travel https://ift.tt/cESv79Q

The best London hotels for afternoon tea: Where to visit for city views, tradition and sweet treats this Mother’s Day

Pinkies up for some of the finest finger food in the capital from The Independent Travel https://ift.tt/sBKXdDG

Singapore Airlines joins growing list of carriers banning popular travel device

The airline announced that during flights after April 1, its customers - and those on its subsidiary Scoot - will not be allowed to charge portable power banks, or use power banks to charge their devices. from Travel News | Top Europe Destinations & Holiday Ideas | Mail Online https://ift.tt/h3BV1q5

What it’s like to go on the world’s biggest heavy metal cruise

Death metal in a sauna, Lamb of God on the karaoke machine and 2am mosh pits – Kinza Shenn sets sail on a hardcore music cruise that out-rocks all others from The Independent Travel https://ift.tt/UflDnOi

How much time do I need to change planes in the US, and what if I miss the connection?

Plane Talk: In praise of the through ticket – when disruption occurs, it’s the airline’s problem, not yours from The Independent Travel https://ift.tt/JENIauw

Plane passenger who went viral after sharing flirtatious note from pilot apologizes

‘I have seen the whole world and you are the most beautiful human in it,’ the pilot’s note to the passenger read from The Independent Travel https://ift.tt/JweSvVB

Is it safe to travel to India? Travel advice amid fears for women’s safety

What to know about your safety and rights as a British national travelling abroad from The Independent Travel https://ift.tt/BO6mWkn

From a fairytale monastery to elegantly dressed alpacas: Spectacular winners in the Open competition of the 2025 Sony World Photography Awards revealed

Over 419,000 images were submitted to this year's awards, which 'celebrates the ability of an individual photograph to capture and distil a singular moment and evoke a broader narrative'. from Travel News | Top Europe Destinations & Holiday Ideas | Mail Online https://ift.tt/6D2EfxP

Southwest plane passenger slammed for saving three rows for entire family

A fellow passenger on the flight recalled interacting with the seat saver in a post on Reddit from The Independent Travel https://ift.tt/d2RJnM7

Surprising East Coast city named best for families to take Spring Break... but don't expect to get a tan

In a Spring Break twist, a surprising East Coast city has been crowned the best for families-just pack a sweater, not a swimsuit. from Travel News | Top Europe Destinations & Holiday Ideas | Mail Online https://ift.tt/KNuVSwk

Virgin looks to raise £700m to fund Eurostar rival

The ambitious project seeks to connect London with Paris and Brussels, eventually extending to Amsterdam from The Independent Travel https://ift.tt/epRsAXw

Major German airport strike causes travel chaos – here’s the airports that are affected

The one-day strike has caused the cancellation of most flights from The Independent Travel https://ift.tt/5HmRwMo

KEBAB Pie takes home grand prize from Britain's most prestigious pastry championship - as butchers from birthplace of Lewis Capaldi and David Tennant celebrate shock victory

Yesterday evening in Melton Mowbray, Leicestershire, a panel of judges chomped through more than 900 pies all vying to become the country's best. from Travel News | Top Europe Destinations & Holiday Ideas | Mail Online https://ift.tt/t6clbm1

10 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/njEv0TM

Eurostar chaos: ‘You’re on your own,’ stranded passengers are told

The Man Who Pays His Way : Monopoly on London-Paris trains can’t end soon enough from The Independent Travel https://ift.tt/jKVUFBw

6 of the best city breaks for spring sunshine and stunning scenery

From swimming in Copenhagen’s harbour baths to experiencing the cherry blossom in Kyoto, these cities are perfect for a rejuvenating spring holiday from The Independent Travel https://ift.tt/SbywH9X

Why you should visit the chocolate-box Swiss town that most tourists miss

The pretty town of Thun is home to majestic mountain views, an Alpine-blue lake and fairytale castles – Demi Perera explores why it’s worth adding to your travel plans from The Independent Travel https://ift.tt/B7lSAPk

The best 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/qDpbS4w

I've been to hundreds of McDonald's in over 55 countries - these are my favourite restaurants and the most unusual meals I tried

Gary He tells MailOnline Travel about his global tour, charted in his book McAtlas. Highlights include visiting a 'ski-thru' and trying meals from McSpaghetti to macaroni soup. from Travel News | Top Europe Destinations & Holiday Ideas | Mail Online https://ift.tt/gp61F4G

Eurostar cancels all trains from London after unexploded WWII bomb found near Paris Gare du Nord station

Eurostar trains cancelled and Paris metro disrupted after unexploded bomb discovered from The Independent Travel https://ift.tt/H8KpoFP

Why this Portuguese holiday resort visited by Cristiano Ronaldo is perfect for families

This Algarvian retreat proves a hit for a multigenerational family holiday, discovers Frank Barrett and Jessica Barrett from The Independent Travel https://ift.tt/1kizS56

Alaska Airlines flight attendant says firing over viral twerk video was ‘unfair’ in teary interview

‘I just didn’t think my video and my post and the way I was dancing would be deemed as inappropriate,’ the flight attendant said from The Independent Travel https://ift.tt/5HPWuM1

Sublime ideas for your next holiday

Trending tips on the best places to book for your ideal getaway from The Independent Travel https://ift.tt/oB8Oi5q

Ultra-romantic international travel ideas

How to keep your sweetheart sweet, all around the world from The Independent Travel https://ift.tt/ACz2pon

Why you should visit Slovenia’s five Unesco heritage sites in 2025

From touring the Skocjan Caves to admiring the works of Joze Plecnik in the capital, Robin McKelvie explores five wondrous natural and cultural sites across Slovenia from The Independent Travel https://ift.tt/p3rgqeP

These are the best cruise lines according to passengers

Consumer watchdog Which? has ranked the best cruise brands on customer service and space from The Independent Travel https://ift.tt/3QPrepv

I stayed in two stunning Zimbabwe safari retreats and witnessed 'the rarest thing local guide had ever seen'

Siobhan Grogan checks into Wilderness Linkwasha, in Hwange National Park, and Wilderness Ruckomechi, on the banks of Zambezi River in Mana Pools National Park. from Travel News | Top Europe Destinations & Holiday Ideas | Mail Online https://ift.tt/sPayubY

7 of the best Mediterranean cruise holidays to book for 2025

Relax, sightsee and feast while floating on the Med around Italy, France and Greece from The Independent Travel https://ift.tt/VKtAzP3

Voices: Fare reforms, nationalisation, and new trains – readers have their say on fixing Britain’s railways

Readers are split between full re-nationalisation and targeted reforms to fix the UK’s rail system from The Independent Travel https://ift.tt/zg63Twv

Four Seasons Sharm El-Sheikh, Egypt hotel review

Tamara Davison checks in from The Independent Travel https://ift.tt/lIuRxqz

Edinburgh property that 'looks like a poop emoji' is named Scottish Hotel of the Year 2025

The hotel is wrapped in ribbons of steel. This has led to it being dubbed the 'ribbon building'. But a curly flourish at the top has been seized upon as giving the property a poop-like profile. from Travel News | Top Europe Destinations & Holiday Ideas | Mail Online https://ift.tt/BaOsJPT

Want lower rail fares to lure people out of their cars? We need a rail revolution

Train Talk: Conventional wisdom swerves the need to cut costs and raise (some) taxes from The Independent Travel https://ift.tt/mbBX2jQ

Thailand rides the White Lotus wave as tourists flock to filming locations

Season one and two locations Hawaii and Sicily saw a 300 per cent year-on-year surge in tourism, thanks to the ‘White Lotus Effect’ from The Independent Travel https://ift.tt/rcFfHz7

Heavy M62 traffic delays after man dies in motorway crash

A 24-year-old man has died after a car crashed into a bridge on M62, Greater Manchester Police say from The Independent Travel https://ift.tt/gBabWls

How to have an extraordinary ski holiday in Italy on an ordinary budget

Helicopter rides, spas and five-star hotels for a song? Sign me up, says Fiona McIntosh from The Independent Travel https://ift.tt/fZtWeK7

The Peninsula, Beijing hotel review

Samuel Mathewson checks in from The Independent Travel https://ift.tt/mzfy6bw

Smoking cockpit forces Qantas flight to make emergency landing in Sydney

Passengers forced to disembark plane after ‘unsettling experience’ from The Independent Travel https://ift.tt/vgQGSfD

I always buy an aisle seat on planes because I'm claustrophobic - it's disrespectful when other passengers ask me to move

A 'claustrophobic' flier has taken to social media to reveal how an 'entitled' and 'disrespectful' man demanded she give up the aisle seat she had paid for. from Travel News | Top Europe Destinations & Holiday Ideas | Mail Online https://ift.tt/1KBy6lG

Voices: How can Britain’s railways be improved for commuters? Join The Independent Debate

Despite Labour’s renationalisation plans, Britain’s rail fares will rise by 4.6 per cent on March 2, leaving passengers facing higher costs without guarantees of improved service from The Independent Travel https://ift.tt/MgsDAry

Railcards increase in price for first time in more than a decade

Rail fares will also increase by almost 5 per cent in England and Wales from The Independent Travel https://ift.tt/QM14X6l

The beaver is BACK! Furry river creatures will be released into the wild in England for the first time in over 400 years to defend farmland from flooding

A licensing system has been launched to allow the release of beavers into the countryside to roam freely. from Travel News | Top Europe Destinations & Holiday Ideas | Mail Online https://ift.tt/LkxerpF