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7 of the Most Ridiculously Long Interstates in the U.S.

Historic, iconic, impossibly long.

Nature reserves to be immortalised in soundscapes

A recording session in Northumberland was "powerful, beautiful and emotive", a wildlife trust says.

The 8 Oldest Restaurants in New York City

These iconic restaurants have withstood the test of time.

A local’s guide to Coffs Harbour: ‘The culture here is being outside’

Food When we moved to Coffs Harbour on Gumbaynggirr country on the New South Wales mid-north coast in 2007, we really missed Sydney’s multicultural food. Thankfully, Coffs is a well-supported refugee settlement city and it didn’t take long for those communities to gift us an assortment of culinary options. There are Syrian, Iraqi, Burmese and Indian food stalls at Harbourside Markets on Sundays. Some are brick and mortar now including Mana Chita...

The world's top places to visit in 2024

The holiday season brings with it thoughts of travel, a Christmas vacation perhaps, or somewhere memorable to chime in the New Year. But where in the world are the coolest, hotly-tipped places to visit in 2024? Click through and check out these top destinations, referenced by Travel + Leisure as the most popular places to go in 2024.

Engineer battles lack of oxygen on Everest trek

Ben Allan says he "couldn't think of a better cause to support" on his charity expedition.

These Small Towns in California Are Bursting With Beauty and Charm

Nope, this isn't Italy.

The 15 Best Mother-Daughter Trips to Take Together

Celebrate mom more than once a year with these curated trips!

Yes, You Can Book a Stay at These Celeb-Approved Hotels

You might get starstruck at these luxury properties.

Beautiful and strange locations made famous by movies

Thailand's Maya Bay, better known as the gorgeous secret cove from the 2000 film 'The Beach,' has been closed to tourists indefinitely. Anyone who wants to visit the pristine white-sand beach and dive into the crystalline waters where a young Leonardo DiCaprio once acted will be disappointed. Films take great care in choosing their locations, selecting places with profound character and a lasting visual impact. So, take advantage of all that effort and check out this gallery to start compiling your travel itinerary of endlessly interesting places made famous by films.

As summer travel chaos nears, a financial planner has a tip for even the most experienced travelers

Especially if you travel frequently, consider an annual travel insurance policy to prevent disaster instead of insuring each individual trip.

Advocating for Middle East peace by educating on the Holocaust

Today, I am traveling comfortably on a train, not to my death surrounded by other desperate Jews, but working toward peace and prosperity, surrounded by Muslim and Arab allies who share this dream.

The world's most breathtaking landscapes seen from above

Birds truly have a privileged view of the world. But with the invention of commercially accessible drones, so can we, common mortals!From the Great Exuma Island, in The Bahamas (pictured), to the jaw-dropping Gullfoss Falls in Iceland, click through this gallery to see the world's most stunning landscapes from above. (Photos by Hoodh Ahmed, guille pozzi and Fabio Santaniello Bruun)

13 Beautiful City Skyline Photos Snapped Around the World

Dazzling views from the top await.

‘Times have changed’: is the writing on the wall for the British seaside postcard?

A trip to the British seaside may not always have been something to write home about, but these days you might struggle even if you wanted to. At the Little Gems gift shop in Blackpool town centre, all the usual seaside wares are on display – beach towels, plastic buckets and spades, sticks of rock – but one item is notably missing. “We had loads of people coming in for postcards”, says Lynn Sadurskia, pensioner and owner of the shop, “but they...

UK's 'richest gypsy' Alfie Best to become first traveller billionaire

Mr Best has a fortune of £947million having invested in US-style caravan parks and billing them as a solution to Britain's social housing crisis - up from £745million a year ago.

Opening up mussel farm to woo tourists

A mussel farm in Kampung Pasir Gudang Baru will be promoted as a major eco-tourism destination. Read full story

Researchers found a mysterious new planet that is similar to cotton candy

The Best Solo Travel Destinations in the United States for an Unforgettable Adventure

Whether you're looking for nonstop activity or total relaxation. While traveling with friends and family can be a lot of fun, going somewhere alone has its perks. You get to choose everything — the destination, the hotel, the itinerary, the restaurants, how much money you spend and beyond. Only one opinion matters...yours. It's also a great way to push yourself out of your comfort zone, meet new people (if you so choose), unplug, rejuvenate and bask in moments of reflection — or even just escape reality for a few days. Whether you're planning your first adventure on your own or are a solo travel veteran, choosing a destination can be overwhelming, especially if you still have a lot of places to check off your bucket list. The good news is, you don't have to go far for the adventure or relaxation you crave, because there are plenty of options across the U.S. Weighing variables such as walkability, safety, self care opportunities, number of historic sites and museums and access to nature, we've come up with a list of the best places in the U.S. for solo travelers — ranging from mountain and beach destinations to small towns and large cities. Time to book your ticket for one, plan your itinerary (or don't, remember, it's your trip!) and answer to no one except yourself for a few days.

These Dog-Friendly Hotels Will Pamper Your Pup in Luxury

Save this for your next road trip.

British holidaymaker, 47, found dead in his Thailand hotel room

Simon Brown, 47 - known affectionately as Browny - loved visiting Thailand and travelling abroad. His death has been met with 'total shock and sadness' in his community back home in Wales.

Beautiful Cities in Greece That Deserve More Love

Don't overlook these hidden gems!

15 Countries Worth Visiting for an Epic Drive

Whether it's the awesome roads, incredible terrain, or lax driving laws, plan your next road trip with this guide to our international favorite driving spots.

The last pandas at any US zoo are expected to leave Atlanta for China this fall

ATLANTA (AP) — The last U.S. zoo with pandas in its care expects to say goodbye to the four giant bears this fall. Zoo Atlanta is making preparations to return panda parents Lun Lun and Yang Yang to China along with their American-born twins Ya Lun and Xi Lun, zoo officials said Friday. There is no specific date for the transfer yet, they said, but it will likely happen between October and December. The four Atlanta pandas have been the last in...

Lanterns, lights and laundry: Photos of the week

A selection of striking images from around the world, taken over the past seven days.

End of the great British staycation? Package holiday trips boom

Seven-day trips for a couple to Turkey, Greece , Spain , Portugal and Cyprus are all being offered for less than £750 including flights in the first week of June.

King Charles III to travel to France for UK ceremonies marking the 80th anniversary of D-Day

LONDON (AP) — King Charles III plans to travel to France next month for British ceremonies marking the 80th anniversary of the D-Day landings, while skipping the larger international event a few miles away as he continues to be treated for cancer. Charles and Queen Camilla are expected to attend a ceremony at the British Normandy Memorial at Ver-sur-Mer on June 6, Buckingham Palace said Friday. The Prince of Wales will stand in for the king at...

Landslide forces closure of iconic Southern California chapel designed by Frank Lloyd Wright's son

RANCHO PALOS VERDES, Calif. (AP) — A decades-old landslide that’s rapidly accelerating has forced the dismantling of Wayfarers Chapel, an iconic Southern California church that was designed by one of famed architect Frank Lloyd Wright's sons and built among soaring redwoods and sweeping Pacific Ocean views. The earth beneath the chapel in Rancho Palos Verdes is moving an unprecedented 2 feet (61 centimeters) or more each month. Intended to...

10 of the Most Unique Museums In the United States

Add these one-of-a-kind destinations to your travel bucket list.

22 Adults-Only Resorts for a Well-Deserved Vacation

These romantic retreats have everything you need—except children.

Kent weekly round-up: 11 May - 17 May 2024

The story about stargazers in Kent being treated to an appearance of the Northern Lights proved a popular read this week. A variety of local issues featured on the BBC News website, BBC Radio Kent and BBC South East Today. We have picked five stories from the past week in case you missed them. Soldier graffiti may show Napoleon hanged - castle Sold...

20 of America's Best Historic Homes You Definitely Have to Visit

Yes, it's time to plan a trip!

25 Beautiful Cities Around the World to Add to Your Travel Bucket List

These skylines will give you a surge of inspiration.

31 Rare Vintage Photos of Palm Beach

The glamorous Florida town has attracted socialites, celebs, and even royalty through the years.

Want to Keep Deer From Eating Your Garden? Here's What to Plant

If Bambi likes to visit your garden, this list is for you.

The Wolesley slammed over £24.50 fry-up that includes just one sausage

Five-star London hotel The Wolseley fell foul of The English Breakfast Society this week after it shared a snap of what a member had been served for breakfast in the hotel's dining room.

The Most Beautiful Small Towns In Every State

Why yes, we would love to reside in a place where we can pan for sapphires.

Truly Fascinating Places You Won't Believe Are in the United States

From lunar-like landscapes to European-style castles.

George Town Esplanade project wins ‘Project of the Year’ at landscape architecture awards

GEORGE TOWN: The George Town Esplanade project has won three awards, including the highest accolade - the Project of the Year award - at the 14th Malaysia Landscape Architecture Awards (MLAA14). Read full story

Are These Bucket List Trips Actually Worth The Hype?

You might just have to see it to believe it.

The 28 Best Westerns of All Time

Saddle up for a trip to Hollywood's version of the Wild West.

30 Rare Photographs Taken at Chateau Marmont

The iconic Hollywood hotel has been a favorite among celebrities for nearly 100 years.

The 10 holiday destinations most used by cybercriminals to trick Brits

Experts from McAfee have revealed the 10 holiday destinations most used by cybercriminals to entice unsuspecting British holidaymakers.

13 Amusement Parks in the U.S. That Are Completely Free to Enter

A few even charge you nothing for parking and entertainment. Amusement parks are synonymous with so many wonderful things: fun in the sun, rollercoasters and carousels, games galore and delicious food. And all in a colorful, jubilant, family-friendly setting. The only issue? Joy like that does not typically come cheap. Or can it? Well, at these 13 amusement parks across the U.S., from the Golden to the Garden States, you can save on one very important front: entry. While the vast majority of amusement parks — including Walt Disney World, Universal Studios and Busch Gardens — require tickets just to walk through the gates, these resorts and parks do not. Of course, if you want to ride the rides or snack on the snacks, you'll still have to open your wallet. (A good thing can only go so far!) But if you're someone who's more about the vibes than the rides, this is the list for you. Make sure you scroll to the bottom: There's one very famous park that's about to go "open gate" with its water parks for guests staying on property. (Hint: It's home to a special mouse!)

After a Night at These Luxurious New International Hotels, You’ll Never Want to Come Home.

Wanderlust is not a deadly sin.

Gunmen kill three Spanish tourists in Afghanistan's central Bamyan province

By Mohammad Yunus Yawar, Charlotte Greenfield and Ana Cantero KABUL/MADRID/DELHI (Reuters) -Three Spanish tourists were killed and at least one Spaniard was injured in an attack by gunmen in Afghanistan's central Bamyan province, Spain's foreign ministry said on Friday. Earlier on Friday, Taliban interior ministry spokesman Abdul Mateen Qaniee had said that three foreign tourists and one Afghan

40 Things That Didn't Exist 40 Years Ago

The world really was a different place back then.

These Garden Arches Can Transform Your Backyard Into a Beautiful Oasis

Adding visual interest to your outdoor space has never been easier.

Secrets that airports don’t want you to know

You can't deny it: with their long lines and big crowds, airports are stressful. And usually we rush through them so quickly to catch our flights that we don't even get our bearings. It can get so busy that we often don't notice certain things about the airport. Well, from ridiculously high exchange rates to unadvertised free water, check out this gallery for some secrets that airports don't want you to know!

Style or Function? Experts Pick the Best Luggage Brands for 2024

We travel a lot, so we wondered recently if we were getting all we could out of our usual road-trip luggage. To find out, we turned to the style and product experts at Esquire and Good Housekeeping for advice on the best luggage brands.