It was a pretty long interregnum, about 1,000 years, but Waterford is once again a hot travel destination. The Vikings were the first to popularise this corner of south-east Ireland, liking it so much they settled, built a town and called it Vadrarfjordr, Norse for “winter port”, around AD914. There was no better refuge for … Read more
Vacation is supposed to be a time to release stress and get away from the hustle of your routine, but one particular travel aspect tends to be the opposite of a stress reliever — the airport. Between flight delays, missed connections and long security lines, the airport experience can really put a damper on a … Read more
It started with a disagreement. Where to go on an early autumn break? I wanted a city and history, my boyfriend wanted coast and stunning scenery. The solution? Two days in the Serbian capital Belgrade, a train ride to Montenegro, and some time on the Adriatic. In the end, the cinematic train journey proved the … Read more
What has 101 suites and villas, views over Bangkok’s Chao Phraya river and costs from $600 per night? Capella Bangkok, 2024’s ‘best’ hotel in the world, according to ’50 Best.’ That’s the collective view of 600 anonymous global voters, comprising travel journalists, hoteliers and seasoned travel specialists, which determined the results of “The World’s 50 … Read more
Boeing 737-790 aircraft belonging to Alaska Airlines is seen flying at Anchorage Ted Stevens International Airport in Anchorage, Alaska, United States on July 2, 2024. Hasan Akbas | Anadolu | Getty Images Alaska Airlines and Hawaiian Airlines can go through with their planned merger, but they must maintain the value of their airline reward systems … Read more
International travel can bring a host of logistical challenges to navigate. In the process of enjoying a trip abroad, tourists tend to make a few mistakes, especially when it comes to money. From ATM transactions to currency misunderstandings, the opportunities for financial missteps are numerous. With that in mind, we asked personal finance experts to … Read more
Even the best walk needs a focal point, an extra something that makes the whole day come alive. For me the swim is the default choice. I’ll jump in that river, lake or sea at any time of year, but there are many other, less bracing, options. These five walks bring a range of highlights. … Read more
Neste Oyj’s Singapore refinery in Singapore, one of the world’s biggest SAF plants, under construction on Wednesday, June 22, 2022. The site was chosen because its already a petrochemicals center with sound logistical connections and talent is readily available. Bloomberg | Bloomberg | Getty Images The aviation industry still sees so-called “sustainable aviation fuel” (SAF) … Read more
Autumn is the most magical time of year in the UK’s woodlands, with the leaves turning from green to gold and red. Tell us about your favourite ways to soak up the seasonal splendour – from woodland walks to forest glamping, foraging, bushcraft activities and treetop adventure trails – and you could win a £200 … Read more
Earlier this summer, U.S. women’s rugby team player Ariana Ramsey came home from the 2024 Paris Olympics with more than just a bronze medal. She also returned with a pair of free eyeglasses and a new TikTok bio that read: “Universal Free Healthcare Advocate.” Following her team’s victory against Australia, the 24-year-old Olympian went viral … Read more
