Scotland has been named as one of the top “slow travel” destinations in the world, with two scenic walks in particular singled out. On Tuesday, independent travel publisher Matador Network announced the winners of its 2023 Matador Network Travel Awards. Only four destinations around the world were chosen by the publisher, with Scotland receiving the […]
“There’s going to be mutiny, there’s going to be blood, someone is going overboard. I want to watch.” This isn’t a teaser from some Hollywood thriller, but the opening to a video shared on TikTok about a cruise. Royal Caribbean’s Ultimate World Cruise, to be precise, a round-the-globe odyssey that has become an unlikely online […]
What makes a city great? Some would say it’s all about buzzing neighbourhoods, affordable food and drink and a mighty selection of things to do, from art galleries and museums to live music and theatre. Others might highlight things like the happiness of its locals, access to green space and strong community vibes. We factor in all that […]
Ahhh, fast travel: the opinion generator. Speaking to IGN, Dragon’s Dogma 2 director Hideaki Itsuno threw his own hat into the ring, saying that he’s keen to avoid fast travel in DD2 and would prefer that “players travel normally and experience the world around them”. If you’re someone who argues all games should let you […]
Not everyone is receptive to Leanne’s online tips to help plus-sized travellers bag more space (by looking for “neighbour-free” and “customer of size” policies on airlines, for example). “Why can I only take 23kg of hold luggage but if I weigh 120kg I can get a free seat and also the luggage allowance?” moans one […]
Following a strong 2023, international tourism is well on track to return to pre-pandemic levels in 2024. According to the first UNWTO World Tourism Barometer of the year, international tourism ended 2023 at 88% of pre-pandemic levels, with an estimated 1.3 billion international arrivals. The unleashing of remaining pent-up demand, increased air connectivity, and a […]
A bloke who sacked off his job at Nando’s to travel the world for ‘free’ revealed how he managed to live a ‘dream life’. Axel Dejean, 29, first started out as a waiter in the popular chicken restaurant where he eventually worked his way up to assistant manager and then customer relations. Despite successfully climbing […]
From the treasures of the Holy Land in Israel to the shores of the Black Sea, the wilds of Iceland and the coastline of Ecuador, more of the world is no-go now for tourism than at any time since the pandemic. MSC Cruises announced this week that it is cancelling any voyages that were due […]
In the ever-evolving world of accessible travel, where the horizons of exploration are so often limited by systemic barriers and attitudinal hurdles, a profound transformation is taking place. Thanks to the relentless dedication of a selection of individuals with lived experience of Disability, we find ourselves on the cusp of a remarkable new era of […]
While Telegraph Travel urges readers to follow the guidance of the FCDO, not everyone does. We’ve previously reported on the rise of the “danger tourist” – globetrotters who make a beeline for countries like Syria and Iraq, often motivated by social media likes – and a handful of established UK operators run group tours to […]
