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What do we know about travel? And by that, I don’t just mean the joy of discovering new places, experiencing foreign cultures, and learning about the world. What I’d like to explore is the impact of tourism and travel on humankind, especially now that it has transformed from a choice pursuit of the eccentric few to a favourite pastime for millions. Going on eight years in the industry, I can say one thing with confidence: at its core, travel is a force for good in the world, and for policymakers, tourism offers one of the rare opportunities to stimulate local employment, generate revenue, and ...
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Spain has topped a new list celebrating Europe’s hidden gems - coming in first and second place with the towns of Villajoyosa and Ares del Maestrat. European Best Destinations has just published its annual ranking of the ‘best hidden gems in Europe’ for 2024, a list that acknowledges places off the beaten track. This year’s selection includes 18 places across Europe, from Spain to Georgia, and focuses on spots far from the crowds that few tourists will ever have visited. The top 10 are particularly noteworthy. Here’s why you should add each of them to your travel bucket list. Enjoy the best of...
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As the fourth largest country in the world, China has a vast area of diverse landscapes. It is bordered by 14 other nations and is surrounded by the Pacific Ocean to the east; here, you'll find towering mountain ranges, expansive plateaus, fertile plains, lush forests, and vast deserts. Some of China's record-breaking geographical landmarks include the Himalayas, the world's highest mountain range; the Yangtze River, the longest river in Asia; and the Gobi Desert, one of the world's most expansive deserts. After three years of closed borders due to COVID, China's domestic tourism industry has ...
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Armenia has ranked within the top 10 safest destinations in the world, according to Numbeo’s safety index for 2024. The Caucasus country came eighth out of 146 nations, rated according to survey responses addressing topics including violent crime, property crime and perceived safety. Armenia’s historic capital, Yerevan, also performed well, landing 19th out of 333 cities. It’s an attractive proposition for holidaymakers, but there are reasons other than peace of mind to visit Armenia. Ancient religious sites, delicious cuisine and a vibrant culture are abundant in Armenia and experiencing them...
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If you’re a sakura - or cherry blossom - lover, you’ll likely have Japan and Washington DC on your travel bucket lists. But did you know there are countless places across Europe with equally impressive pink blooms to take in this spring? If you don’t want to fly long haul but are still keen to see some cherry blossoms as the weather warms up, here are our suggestions for some of the very best destinations to catch them. Pay a visit to Kersenbloesempark - or Cherry Blossom park - in AmsterdamWhile the Netherlands in the springtime may be famous for the millions of tulips popping up, Amsterdam i...
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Spring has well and truly sprung and we’re just a few weeks away from Easter. As the flowers bloom and temperatures heat up, many of us are planning to make the most of the season and go on the trip of a lifetime. This year’s Easter break is set to run from the 29 March to 12 April and if you’re still undecided on which destination to head to, we can help. Travel company Expedia has released its annual trending trips list - the Easter Travel Outlook - as well as inside information on exactly when to travel and how to get the best value for money for your springtime escape. ‘The kids now prefer...
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Nearly four years after the devastating effects of COVID-19, the tourism industry is out of intensive care and approaching a full recovery. Welcome to the era of resilience. Passenger demand for international air travel has rebounded and is now just 5% shy of what it was in 2019, the year before the pandemic. Hotel occupancy rates have risen to 60% after tumbling to 22% in 2020, according to UN Tourism. This month, we observed the UN Global Tourism Resilience Day, a valuable reminder that resilience is vital not only for successful tourism, but for our overall economic well-being. Tourism acco...
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London’s underground rail system is arguably one of the most iconic in Europe, if not the world - and now there’s a significant change to the well-known map. Transport for London (TfL) have announced they are rejigging - and renaming - the routes that run over rather than underground lines into six distinctive specific routes. All named after parts of the capital city’s heritage, the new designations have prompted mixed reactions from Londonders. What do we know about the changes to the Overground line?TfL announced last year that the aim of the renaming was to give the routes distinct identit...
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When Lyn and Steve Stokes retired at the age of 48, they did not dream of settling down into the sedate lifestyle of the typical pensioner. Instead, the couple from Bedford in the UK yearned for something usually associated with young adventurous travellers: they wanted to see the world. Though not aware of it, the Stokes are part of a growing trend of older travellers choosing to spend their retirement undertaking ambitious and long-term trips. The phenomenon has been dubbed the ‘golden gap year’- a mature version of the high school graduate’s intermission of exploration and self-discovery - ...
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Parents often joke that they need another holiday after holidaying with their kids, to recover from all the stress. I have big news, fellow parents: I’ve found a hotel where you’ll leave just as refreshed as your children. A place where they’ll be kept entertained from dawn until dusk. A restaurant where the staff actively encourage kids to run from one buffet station to the other. A spa for you to relax in, knowing the kids are having fun too. In short, Feuerstein Nature Family Resort is the dream for parents with children of any age. Swimming pools and slides to suit every taste My husband a...
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