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Ancient cup markings emerge at Cornwall’s Stithians Reservoir after water levels plummet in heatwave

Low water levels brought on by the hot weather have uncovered prehistoric treasures in a reservoir in Cornwall.  Features known as cup-marked stones – ma... read more

Eerie pictures show decay and bones at prison where Al Capone was jailed

Eerie pictures reveal the inside of one of America’s most haunted prisons where the notorious gangster Al Capone was jailed for eight months in a cell dub... read more

Author Howard Jacobson recalls his travel adventures

Author Howard Jacobson recalls his travel adventures, revealing how he was nearly shot by a cop in New Mexico (and nearly shot again when he revealed he was Eng... read more

The Passion Play finale of this coach trip in Bavaria is one of Germany’s great spectacles

As my coach joins the long convoy of other coaches on the edge of Oberammergau in southern Germany, I feel a twinge of panic. What horrors lie ahead? Jostling a... read more

Luxury £2.5 million ‘Bond lair’ four-bedroom Kent mansion goes up for grabs

A luxury £2.5m four-bedroom ‘Bond lair’ in Kent complete with panoramic beach views, a hot tub and an outside bar is up for grabs in a prize draw f... read more

Shoppers share their disappointment over botched orders

What I wanted VS what I got! Shoppers share their disappointment after their orders turned out VERY different from what they had in mind Shopper disappointment ... read more

Boom Supersonic reveals new design for its 1,300mph passenger plane

Boom Supersonic has unveiled a new design for its 1,300mph airliner, which when it launches in 2029, will carry passengers between London and New York in just t... read more

Amazing photos show traveller’s thrilling paragliding experience from Mount Teide in Tenerife

I jumped off a volcano with a bloke strapped to my back. Normal behaviour if you live in Tenerife. Locals get a steep discount from Roij Borja and his paraglidi... read more

Former SAS commander reveals he took rich kids on holiday and staged kidnappings to spice things up

Former SAS commander Alex Gardiner Kidnapped at knifepoint, held hostage by a gun-wielding madman and coming to the aid of a ranger who’d had his stomach ... read more

Discovering how the Costa Brava has shed its package-holiday image

Nature blesses the coast of the Costa Brava. Here, the Girona Pyrenees converge with the Mediterranean and nearly 40 miles of corrugated coastline stretch from ... read more

Wild swimming expert Joe Minihane picks the top UK spots for a cooling dip, from Oxford to Scotland

There’s no better way to cool off on a searing hot summer’s day than indulging in a wild swim. Whether wading into the waves from the beach or slipping ... read more

6 Sports to Enjoy While in Phuket, Thailand

When traveling to Phuket, Thailand, for your holidays, you will want to make the most of your time in a foreign land. A great way to explore is by getting your ... read more

Europe’s rising star: Discovering Slovenia’s historic cities, dazzling lakes and soaring peaks

Rivers, mountains, gorges, primordial forests, vineyards, a (small) Mediterranean coastline, caves, castles, alpine churches — and all in an area smaller than... read more

Missed out on tickets to the BBC Proms? Try these European opera and classical music tours instead

Only the hardest of hearts can resist being stirred by the sight of a sea of Union Flags fluttering across the stalls of the Royal Albert Hall as Elgar blasts f... read more

Can I claim compensation for a cancelled BA flight? The Holiday Guru tackles reader travel questions

From tips on claiming compensation for a cancelled British Airways flight to advice on walking tours in Menorca: The Holiday Guru tackles readers’ travel ... read more

Long-lost bison will roam in Kent from today in new rewilding project in Canterbury

Bison are back in Britain: Long-lost giant will roam in Kent from today in new rewilding project featuring a bull from Germany Bison are being introduced into a... read more

What Are The Benefits Of Relocating From Denver To Albuquerque?

Due to the area’s pleasant weather and low cost of living, Albuquerque is a popular destination for retirees. The long Spanish and Native American history... read more

Don’t let overtourism ruin your staycation: The rental hotspots you need to book NOW

Warning: Excessive visitor numbers could damage your well-earned summer staycation. Consumer publication Which? Travel notes that last summer, the population of... read more

Hurrah for Hvar! Discovering the Croatian isle that’s known as the sunniest Mediterranean island

There’s nothing wrong with letting your imagination take over — particularly when you’re on an island as evocative as Hvar. As I board the bespoke Maslina... read more

The best of the last-minute deals for a summer holiday in Las Vegas

Every week our Holiday Hero Neil Simpson takes an in-depth look at a brilliant holiday topic, doing all the legwork so you don’t have to. This week: Last-minu... read more

The UK steam-age trains that NEVER go on strike! Hop on a heritage railway and ride back in time

Railway expert Andrew Martin reveals that Britain has more than 120 ‘preserved’, or heritage, railways Britain has more than 120 ‘preserved’, or heritag... read more

Inside Disney’s new cruise ship, with a Frozen restaurant and a £15,000-a-night funnel suite

Travel writer Jo Kessel filmed onboard Disney Wish on a three-night voyage from Port Canaveral, Florida, to the Bahamas. During her trip, as well as meeting Mic... read more

Top Five Cities for Your Gambling Vacation

Lots of people tired of the constraints and travel limitations imposed by the notorious pandemic want to spice up their vacation with a fun and exciting gamblin... read more

British Airways asks passengers to rebook flights after Heathrow cap

British Airways has today started contacting passengers asking them to reschedule their flights amid a row between Heathrow and airlines over the airport’... read more