Best Destinations to Visit Now as the U.S. Dollar Gains Strength

If you’re looking for the best destinations to visit now, there’s no better time to pack your bags and set off on an unforgettable journey. Thanks to a strong U.S. dollar, American travelers are getting more bang for their buck in several top destinations around the world. Whether you’re looking for a European escape, an […]

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Long-haul holiday bookings now more popular than ever, travel firms report

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 Holiday companies are reporting a sharp rise in demand for long-haul breaks because prices are often “more cost-effective” than visiting European alternatives. Surrey-based luxury travel brand Kuoni reported that long-haul bookings […]

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Travel expert Simon Calder addresses hundreds of delegates at Theatre Severn event

Around 200 people attended the Digital Tourism Conference at Shrewsbury’s Theatre Severn this month, organised by River Severn Partnership Advanced Wireless Innovation Region(RSPAWIR), a partnership of the eight English and Welsh councils that cover the River Severn catchment area. The partnership, which is managed by Shropshire Council, has been awarded £3.75m of funding from the […]

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Top Spring destinations Brits are jetting off to this year, according to research

Long-haul coastal destinations are on the rise – Maldives | Tanya Yatsenko/Stocksy – stock.a Brits are heading on more long-haul destinations this spring, with Fukuoka, Nagoya, Rio de Janeiro leading Spring destinations. The Expedia Spring Travel Outlook report, which analysed lodging data, revealed that Gothenburg topped the chart as a leading destination with searches up […]

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Bali Ranks 2nd in Tripadvisor’s Best of the Best Destinations 2025

TEMPO.CO, Jakarta – The online travel platform Tripadvisor has listed Bali as one of the chosen destinations in its Traveler’s Choice Awards Best of the Best 2025. The Island of the Gods is ranked second after London, based on the website’s community reviews, surpassing popular cities like UAE’s Dubai and Paris in France. Tripadvisor describes Bali […]

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‘I travel the world – this stunning European town is one of the most underrated’ | Travel News | Travel

While major European cities like Paris, Rome, and Barcelona attract millions of tourists every year, some lesser-known gems remain under the radar. One such destination is Mostar, a picturesque town in Bosnia and Herzegovina that offers a unique blend of history, culture, and breathtaking scenery. In a TikTok video highlighting underrated travel destinations, creator @shetravelledtheworld […]

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Dynasty Travel brings Singapore travel fair to town for easier shopping

Singapore travel agency Dynasty Travel will launch a new travel fair called Blink in a popular mall in town, promising easier access for Singapore customers looking to secure their next holiday. Blink will feature hourly flash deals on different countries, offer free Strides Premier airport meet-and-greet limousine services for all customers who book group tours […]

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Burns bus will travel closer to Suffolk and Essex patients

The bus is about the size of an ambulance, and is equipped with reclining couches, dressing trolleys, and is staffed by specialist burns nurses and therapists. The mobile clinic will travel to large Tesco supermarket car parks, on pre-arranged days, where patients can book appointments. Tara Hanmer, senior sister for burns outpatients and outreach, said: […]

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