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20 of America's Best Historic Homes You Definitely Have to Visit

Yes, it's time to plan a trip!

British holidaymaker, 47, found dead in his Thailand hotel room

Simon Brown, 47 - known affectionately as Browny - loved visiting Thailand and travelling abroad. His death has been met with 'total shock and sadness' in his community back home in Wales.

Want to Keep Deer From Eating Your Garden? Here's What to Plant

If Bambi likes to visit your garden, this list is for you.

King Charles III to travel to France for UK ceremonies marking the 80th anniversary of D-Day

LONDON (AP) — King Charles III plans to travel to France next month for British ceremonies marking the 80th anniversary of the D-Day landings, while skipping the larger international event a few miles away as he continues to be treated for cancer. Charles and Queen Camilla are expected to attend a ceremony at the British Normandy Memorial at Ver-sur-Mer on June 6, Buckingham Palace said Friday. The Prince of Wales will stand in for the king at...

The world's top places to visit in 2024

The holiday season brings with it thoughts of travel, a Christmas vacation perhaps, or somewhere memorable to chime in the New Year. But where in the world are the coolest, hotly-tipped places to visit in 2024? Click through and check out these top destinations, referenced by Travel + Leisure as the most popular places to go in 2024.

Opening up mussel farm to woo tourists

A mussel farm in Kampung Pasir Gudang Baru will be promoted as a major eco-tourism destination. Read full story

40 Things That Didn't Exist 40 Years Ago

The world really was a different place back then.

These Dog-Friendly Hotels Will Pamper Your Pup in Luxury

Save this for your next road trip.

The 10 holiday destinations most used by cybercriminals to trick Brits

Experts from McAfee have revealed the 10 holiday destinations most used by cybercriminals to entice unsuspecting British holidaymakers.

34 Rare Vintage Photos of The Plaza Hotel

It’s always been the place to be.

Advocating for Middle East peace by educating on the Holocaust

Today, I am traveling comfortably on a train, not to my death surrounded by other desperate Jews, but working toward peace and prosperity, surrounded by Muslim and Arab allies who share this dream.

The most bizarre travel experiences in the world

TH: Don’t fall for cheap haj packages

PETALING JAYA: Greed and ignorance are the main reasons haj pilgrims continue to be conned and end up being stranded in Saudi Arabia without being able to perform their haj, said Tabung Haji chairman Tan Sri Abdul Rashid Hussain. Read full story

The 15 Best Mother-Daughter Trips to Take Together

Celebrate mom more than once a year with these curated trips!

After a Night at These Luxurious New International Hotels, You’ll Never Want to Come Home.

Wanderlust is not a deadly sin.

13 Beautiful City Skyline Photos Snapped Around the World

Dazzling views from the top await.

10 of the Most Unique Museums In the United States

Add these one-of-a-kind destinations to your travel bucket list.

The 8 Oldest Restaurants in New York City

These iconic restaurants have withstood the test of time.

Style or Function? Experts Pick the Best Luggage Brands for 2024

We travel a lot, so we wondered recently if we were getting all we could out of our usual road-trip luggage. To find out, we turned to the style and product experts at Esquire and Good Housekeeping for advice on the best luggage brands.

Vatican tightens procedures on supposed 'supernatural events'

Friday's document mentioned, as an example of past confusion, alleged supernatural appearances by the Virgin Mary in Amsterdam in the 1940s and 1950s which were eventually ruled invalid in 2020.

The Best Solo Travel Destinations in the United States for an Unforgettable Adventure

Whether you're looking for nonstop activity or total relaxation. While traveling with friends and family can be a lot of fun, going somewhere alone has its perks. You get to choose everything — the destination, the hotel, the itinerary, the restaurants, how much money you spend and beyond. Only one opinion matters...yours. It's also a great way to push yourself out of your comfort zone, meet new people (if you so choose), unplug, rejuvenate and bask in moments of reflection — or even just escape reality for a few days. Whether you're planning your first adventure on your own or are a solo travel veteran, choosing a destination can be overwhelming, especially if you still have a lot of places to check off your bucket list. The good news is, you don't have to go far for the adventure or relaxation you crave, because there are plenty of options across the U.S. Weighing variables such as walkability, safety, self care opportunities, number of historic sites and museums and access to nature, we've come up with a list of the best places in the U.S. for solo travelers — ranging from mountain and beach destinations to small towns and large cities. Time to book your ticket for one, plan your itinerary (or don't, remember, it's your trip!) and answer to no one except yourself for a few days.

I've lived on the Amalfi Coast for 17 years. Here are the 7 mistakes tourists should avoid making while visiting.

Many travelers visit the Amalfi Coast on a day trip, only visit the most popular towns, and forget to wear the proper shoes for hiking.

UK's 'richest gypsy' Alfie Best to become first traveller billionaire

Mr Best has a fortune of £947million having invested in US-style caravan parks and billing them as a solution to Britain's social housing crisis - up from £745million a year ago.

Six-year-old British girl is pulled from Tenerife hotel pool

The incident occurred on May 9 at around 6.50pm at the Granada Park Aparthotel pool in Los Cristianos, on the southwest coast of Tenerife.

Heading to Milan? These Are the 21 Travel Essentials to Pack

Don’t leave the house without these jet-setter must-haves.

Must-have camping and outdoor gear is up to 50% off at REI this weekend

REI's Anniversary Sale features incredible discounts on major brands like The North Face, Patagonia, Coleman, and more. Here are our favorite deals.

Gunmen kill three Spanish tourists in Afghanistan's central Bamyan province

By Mohammad Yunus Yawar, Charlotte Greenfield and Ana Cantero KABUL/MADRID/DELHI (Reuters) -Three Spanish tourists were killed and at least one Spaniard was injured in an attack by gunmen in Afghanistan's central Bamyan province, Spain's foreign ministry said on Friday. Earlier on Friday, Taliban interior ministry spokesman Abdul Mateen Qaniee had said that three foreign tourists and one Afghan

Melaka temple displays rare Buddha relics from Sri Lanka ahead of Wesak Day celebrations

MELAKA: Locals will have a rare chance to see Buddha relics from Sri Lanka as the sacred artefacts have arrived at the historic city for the first time in conjunction with Wesak Day, which falls on May 22. Read full story

The world's most breathtaking landscapes seen from above

Birds truly have a privileged view of the world. But with the invention of commercially accessible drones, so can we, common mortals!From the Great Exuma Island, in The Bahamas (pictured), to the jaw-dropping Gullfoss Falls in Iceland, click through this gallery to see the world's most stunning landscapes from above. (Photos by Hoodh Ahmed, guille pozzi and Fabio Santaniello Bruun)

Tarnation! Cowboy slang you need to know

Do you ever wonder what some of those words mean when you're watching a Western, reading a historical novel, or even listening to country music? Cowboys in the old Wild West had an extensive lexicon of slang that's hard for us to figure out today. Yet other sayings remain in everyday use (albeit primarily in certain regions of the US). If you're looking to inject some Western flavor into your vocabulary, then click on the cowboy slang terms you need to know.

15 Countries Worth Visiting for an Epic Drive

Whether it's the awesome roads, incredible terrain, or lax driving laws, plan your next road trip with this guide to our international favorite driving spots.

The 28 Best Westerns of All Time

Saddle up for a trip to Hollywood's version of the Wild West.

Truly Fascinating Places You Won't Believe Are in the United States

From lunar-like landscapes to European-style castles.

Are These Bucket List Trips Actually Worth The Hype?

You might just have to see it to believe it.

Migrants slam 'hotel king' who raked in £3.5m PER DAY for housing them

A lucrative contract to accommodate new arrivals has catapulted Graham King - dubbed 'the migrant hotel king' - into the Sunday Times Rich List with an estimated fortune of £750million .

Alcohol abuse 'costs £27bn' and 'King's fighting spirit'

The public cost of alcohol abuse and the King's plans to travel for D-Day tributes lead the papers.

Eerie video shows once thriving tourist island completely deserted

Footage of Magnetic Island, 20 minutes from Townsville, revealed a distinct lack of tourists despite the April-May window usually being popular with those seeking warmth.

Lanterns, lights and laundry: Photos of the week

A selection of striking images from around the world, taken over the past seven days.

Secrets that airports don’t want you to know

You can't deny it: with their long lines and big crowds, airports are stressful. And usually we rush through them so quickly to catch our flights that we don't even get our bearings. It can get so busy that we often don't notice certain things about the airport. Well, from ridiculously high exchange rates to unadvertised free water, check out this gallery for some secrets that airports don't want you to know!

13 Amusement Parks in the U.S. That Are Completely Free to Enter

A few even charge you nothing for parking and entertainment. Amusement parks are synonymous with so many wonderful things: fun in the sun, rollercoasters and carousels, games galore and delicious food. And all in a colorful, jubilant, family-friendly setting. The only issue? Joy like that does not typically come cheap. Or can it? Well, at these 13 amusement parks across the U.S., from the Golden to the Garden States, you can save on one very important front: entry. While the vast majority of amusement parks — including Walt Disney World, Universal Studios and Busch Gardens — require tickets just to walk through the gates, these resorts and parks do not. Of course, if you want to ride the rides or snack on the snacks, you'll still have to open your wallet. (A good thing can only go so far!) But if you're someone who's more about the vibes than the rides, this is the list for you. Make sure you scroll to the bottom: There's one very famous park that's about to go "open gate" with its water parks for guests staying on property. (Hint: It's home to a special mouse!)

These Small Towns in California Are Bursting With Beauty and Charm

Nope, this isn't Italy.

The Best Winery In Every State

Calling all wine connoisseurs!

22 Adults-Only Resorts for a Well-Deserved Vacation

These romantic retreats have everything you need—except children.

The last pandas at any US zoo are expected to leave Atlanta for China this fall

ATLANTA (AP) — The last U.S. zoo with pandas in its care expects to say goodbye to the four giant bears this fall. Zoo Atlanta is making preparations to return panda parents Lun Lun and Yang Yang to China along with their American-born twins Ya Lun and Xi Lun, zoo officials said Friday. There is no specific date for the transfer yet, they said, but it will likely happen between October and December. The four Atlanta pandas have been the last in...

25 Beautiful Cities Around the World to Add to Your Travel Bucket List

These skylines will give you a surge of inspiration.

This Tiny Bar Next to Paul Revere’s House Is the Best-Kept Secret in Boston

And it’s hidden in plain sight on the city’s historic Freedom Trail.

‘Times have changed’: is the writing on the wall for the British seaside postcard?

A trip to the British seaside may not always have been something to write home about, but these days you might struggle even if you wanted to. At the Little Gems gift shop in Blackpool town centre, all the usual seaside wares are on display – beach towels, plastic buckets and spades, sticks of rock – but one item is notably missing. “We had loads of people coming in for postcards”, says Lynn Sadurskia, pensioner and owner of the shop, “but they...

Incredible places from Greek mythology you can visit today

There are plenty of places you can go to find beautiful beaches, party islands, mouthwatering cuisine, and sunny skies. But very few of them combine all these things with mesmerizing remnants of the ancient world and mythology. Dipped in ancient history, Greece is one of the very few countries that combine all of these with a dream destination for anyone interested in mythology. Click on for a selection of real locations that were center stage for many famous Greek myths.

Tiana's Bayou Adventure Ride At Disney Will Be Flooded With The Smell Of Beignets

The ride officially opens on June 28!

REVEALED: The cheapest week to travel that could see you save hundreds of dollars

Pack your bags and get ready to jet set to this summer's hottest - and cheapest - travel destinations - the only catch is that you have to fly at a specific time to get the best travel deals.