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Istanbul overtakes Heathrow as Europe’s busiest airport
Published on 11/08/2026 – 16:45 GMT+2 Heathrow has lost its crown as Europe’s busiest airport, with Istanbul welcoming almost 300,000 more passengers than the London hub in July. The shift comes as Heathrow has seen a summer dip in passenger numbers…
These are the best-value villa destinations in Europe
If you’re heading on a multi-generational trip, or are just travelling as a larger group, it might make more sense to book a villa over a traditional hotel stay. Perennial favourites for this kind of holiday include Greece, Spain and Italy – but where do you…
Cruise fee doubles at vacation hot spot as passengers brace for even steeper hikes
NEWYou can now listen to Fox News articles! Cruise passengers heading to Mexico are now paying a higher fee to visit some of the country’s most popular destinations as the latest increase in a phased tax plan takes effect. As of Aug. 1, the fee for foreign…
Struggle to sleep in hotels on the first night? This is why
Hotels put a lot of effort into ensuring guests have a good night’s sleep, with luxury brands investing in seriously pricey mattresses and sheets, and even offering pillow menus. But that can’t stop the impact of what sleep specialists call the “first-night…
Ithaca expects tourism surge after the release of The Odyssey
By Ioannis Karagiorgas with afp Published on 11/08/2026 – 11:12 GMT+2•Updated 11:29 Ithaca, in the Ionian Sea off the western coast of mainland Greece, lies far from the country’s popular tourist destinations and, despite its crystal-clear waters…
Dog-friendly beaches in Spain: Where to swim with your pet this summer
More and more people are choosing to travel with their dog on holiday. However, not all Spanish beaches allow pets, especially in high season. To avoid fines or other problems, it is advisable to check in advance which beaches are dog-friendly and to find out…
Record-setting El Capitan rock climber dies at age 30 in Sierra Nevada accident
NEWYou can now listen to Fox News articles! An accomplished rock climber who set a speed record on one of Yosemite’s famed El Capitan routes recently died in an accident in California’s Sierra Nevada. Jake Whisenant, age 30, died on Aug. 3, according to the…
Revealed: Europe’s best winery restaurants
Forget the usual winery tasting with a perfunctory cheese board. Some vineyards are now serving up destination-worthy dining too, pairing seriously good food with equally impressive wines and views. Wine Enthusiast magazine has rounded up its favourite winery…
Now open: A gorgeous new resort overlooking Hoi An’s waterways
Hoi An, with its UNESCO-listed Ancient Town, is on most travellers’ first-time itineraries to Vietnam. And, if you’re planning a visit to the former trading port and need somewhere to stay, you might just want to take a look at NHAAN Resort & Spa Hoi An…
Archaeologists unearth secret church tied to Council of Nicaea, Christianity’s defining moment
NEWYou can now listen to Fox News articles! Archaeologists in Turkey believe they’ve made a groundbreaking discovery, possibly uncovering the remains of a church they believe hosted the First Council of Nicaea, one of the most pivotal events in the history of…