Why some travellers are avoiding the US

Getty Images (Credit: Getty Images) As the list of nations issuing travel warnings to the US grows, some visitors are opting to spurn it entirely. Here’s what that could mean for the US and its citizens. The cold shoulder has been particularly noticeable from the US’s northern neighbour, Canada, which sends more than 20 million […]

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‘A hostile state’: Why some travellers are avoiding the US

Culture & Identity | News Features (Image credit: Getty Images) As the list of nations issuing travel warnings to the US grows, some visitors are opting to boycott it entirely. Here’s why many foreigners are changing their travel plans and what this could mean for Americans. A As President Donald Trump implements sweeping new policies, […]

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Millions voiding travel insurance due to one simple mistake

More than 2.3 million travellers are estimated to have made the mistake last year, according to new research into travel insurance errors. Travellers are now being warned not to make the same slip-up this year, or else they risk finding themselves abroad without proper insurance cover. The study asked travellers when they purchased their insurance […]

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Kilmacolm farm to launch lambing season tours this week

Kilmacolm Farm Tours will run their month-long lambing experience from the April 4 with daily tours showcasing the ‘behind the scenes of quality Scotch lamb production’. Not only will you learn about general sheep husbandry from farmers James and Wendy and watch lambs getting to their feet for the first time – there is also the chance to […]

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Travel blogger Tara Povey’s top 10 best beaches in Ireland

Travel blogger and content creator Tara Povey spends her days jetting around the world, but home is always where the heart is – especially when it comes to Irish beaches. Here, she shares her top 10 picks of the best beaches in the country. When I’m abroad, all I do is tell people how phenomenal […]

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I gave up alcohol after Sydney Pride — this time I tried it sober

Sydney Mardi Gras is one of the world’s most iconic Pride events (Picture: Giuseppe Santamaria) The crowd gathers in speedos, budgie smugglers, and rainbow bikinis as the progress flag is raised over Bondi Beach. It’s an annual tradition – the unofficial beginning of Mardi Gras weekend – for the Sydney LGBT+ swim club to take […]

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Travel writer to release book celebrating Dorset’s coastline

The Restless Coast by Roger Morgan-Grenville is set to be published on Thursday, June 5, detailing his journey around Britain’s coastline, including Dorset. The book, described as a “moving and passionate” travelogue, highlights both the historical significance and the modern challenges faced by the coastline. Mr Morgan-Grenville’s work is said to shine a spotlight on the […]

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The best towns and villages to visit in the Lake District

Sign up to Simon Calder’s free travel email for expert advice and money-saving discounts Get Simon Calder’s Travel email Get Simon Calder’s Travel email The Lake District is home to many lively market towns and quaint villages dotted between rugged fells and dramatic tarns. Although there are plenty of well-known spots with great accommodation options […]

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Eid-Ul-Fitr 2025: 5 Oldest Mosques In The World

On Eid-Ul-Fitr, millions of Muslims around the world will come together in prayer, gratitude, and celebration. A key part of Eid festivities is the congregational Eid prayer, often held in historic mosques that have stood the test of time. Some of these ancient structures date back over a thousand years, preserving the legacy of early […]

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