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London hotel prices soar to £1,500 a night as demand surges...
Exclusive: Occupancy ‘20 per cent higher than normal for this time of year in the...
France’s airlines to axe 50% of flights amid planned air...
Flights will have to avoid French airspace if the nationwide industrial action goes...
Passenger takes hand luggage to avoid bag getting lost...
’I feel very, very mistrustful of American Airlines,’ says traveller
Family-of-six reveal how they saved £100,000 and holidayed...
Daniel Prince, 46, and his wife, Clair, 46, both originally from Essex, started...
A third of Brits opt to take main holiday in UK as cost...
The cost of living crisis is affecting Britons’ decisions to holiday abroad
Queen’s final flight to London is most watched in tracking...
More than 5 million people watched historic flight path
Center Parcs U-turns on decision to kick out holidaymakers...
People already staying at the resort on the day of the Queen’s funeral will no longer...
How will flights be disrupted during the Queen’s procession...
Eight British Airways departures from Heathrow have been cancelled on Wednesday...
Where To Stay in London (First Time Visitors)
The UK’s capital covers a vast area made up of many different suburbs and neighbourhoods,...
15 Best Things To Do in Whitefish, MT
If you’re looking for a place to get away from it all, look no further than Whitefish,...
Eurostar: too expensive for comfort?
Train Talk: Competition on the Channel Tunnel routes between London and continental...
‘We’re treated like luggage, like cattle’: Passenger slams...
Maayan Ziv said she felt as if disabled passengers ‘aren’t seen’
Australia travel guide: Everything you need to know before...
Cooler than cool cities like Sydney and Melbourne, sublime surfing beaches, the...
Foreign leaders ‘to be bussed to Queen’s funeral as private...
Restriction of one leader and partner per country due to capacity constraints at...
Trains will run through the night as London braces for...
Commuters could be advised to work from home over the next week
Ryanair trolls passenger after they complain about ‘window...
TikTok users found the funny side in airline’s reply
15 Best Airbnbs in Condesa, Mexico City
In this article, I’ll describe 15 of the best Airbnbs in Condesa, Mexico City, to...
Students and staff sign petition backing Carnegie Mellon...
Dr Ujua Anya, who teaches at Carnegie Mellon University, was condemned by the school...
How Japan’s ‘mirror beach’ became an Instagram sensation
The beach is located in near to the city of Mitoyo in Shikoku Island’s Kagawa Prefecture
England’s best foodie hotels for a gourmet weekend away
Whether you want a once-in-a-lifetime tasting menu with meticulously paired wines,...
Passenger kicked off plane for lighting cigarette
‘Could only happen on a flight to Bali doll,’ says Australian woman who posted video...
Couple shocked as 747 plane engine falls through shed roof
‘We heard the noise of an aircraft, flying low above the house. A few minutes later...
Passengers furious as easyJet flight turns back to Manchester...
The plane made it as fas as Blackburn before turning back
This is how pilots were told mid-flight that the Queen...
Only a few pilots will have received the historic notice while thousands of feet...
Holiday money: How to stretch your sterling as value of...
The pound has lost 15% of its value against the US dollar and many other currencies...
25 Exciting Things To Do in Nairobi
Also known as The Green City under the Sun, Nairobi is one of the top tourist destinations...
Women travelling from US to get abortions in UK after Roe...
Exclusive: ‘I wonder if they are just so worried by the political climate that they...
15 Best Things To Do in Dillon, Montana
If you’re looking for some fun things to do in Dillon, MT, you’ve come to the right...
Expert Simon Calder answers six of your urgent travel questions
Readers have most recently been asking about plans for zero carbon aviation, the...
‘I have never seen so many cases’: Volunteer doctors tackle...
Volunteers who have set up relief camps of their own tell Stuti Mishra about the...
10 Best Rooftop Bars in Mexico City
Mexico City has fantastic nightlife and a number of excellent bars to visit. In...
Queen Elizabeth II: Which countries did the world’s most-travelled...
During her long reign, Her Majesty made almost 300 state visits around the world...
How will travel be affected during the time of national...
Exclusive: At least two UK airlines and one hotel chain are offering flexibility...
The best hotels near Buckingham Palace
A range of stays for those planning a visit to the capital to pay their respects...
The green guide to visiting Amsterdam
The Dutch capital has plenty of appeal for conscious travellers, as James Litston...
Buckingham Palace: Easiest bus and tube routes and nearest...
Huge crowds of people are expected to congregate outside the palace over the weekend...
Sterling’s slump against the US dollar will hit British...
The Man Who Pays His Way: Even with the pound so puny, you can still find joy in...
From Buckingham Palace to Windsor Castle, all the UK attractions...
Twenty of the most popular tourist locations in the UK will be shut for at least...
Will passports have to change following the Queen’s death?
Passports need to be altered to take into account the new king
Rail strikes called off in wake of Queen’s death – but...
‘Aslef is postponing its industrial action on 15 September,’ said the train drivers’...
Ryanair to quit Brussels Airport as CEO Michael O’Leary...
The airline boss blamed a new ‘crazy and discriminatory’ flight tax and increased...
Where to Stay in Naxos: Best Areas and Villas
Naxos is one of the most varied and exciting destinations in Greece. The island...
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Four-day interrail pass cheaper than London-Manchester...
The Europe-wide interrail pass allows an ‘inbound’ and ‘outbound’ journey within...
Cruise passengers wake up to see cabins flooding in ‘Titanic-like...
‘Our lives flashed before our eyes,’ says passenger
Four-day interrail pass cheaper than London-Manchester...
As well as train travel across Europe, lobal interrail pass allows an ‘inbound’...
New York city guide: Where to stay, eat, drink and shop...
NYC is the city you want to get right – whether that’s a hotel in the neighbourhood...
Rome tourist fined €450 fine for eating gelato
Harsh fines around food and landmarks are part of the city’s ‘urban decorum’ rules...
Dutch city bans adverts for holiday flights amid climate...
Ads for fossil fuel-related products and services will not be displayed in public...
The great escape: How writing a travel feature convinced...
We sell the dream of a destination – but what happens when we fall for our own sales...
What cost of living crisis? Travel company launches £120k...
Passengers will be accompanied by a doctor, photographer and luggage manager
15 Best Things To Do in Morelia, Mexico
Located in the mountainous central state of Michoacan, Morelia has distinctive food,...
Visiting Teotihuacan, Mexico: A Guide to The Ruins
Just outside greater Mexico City, the ruins of Teotihuacan are a place of massive...
Where to Stay in Mexico City (Best Neighbourhoods and Places)
Mexico City, (or CDMX), is an enormous, exciting metropolis. However, with over...
Man faces federal charges after being accused of exposing...
The man allegedly laughed after the woman hit his hand away as he groped her, court...
Family’s ‘rip-off’ $1,113 day-trip to Universal Studios...
Commenters were divided over the cost of the one-day outing
This is how you can avoid paying higher Tube fares when...
Passengers to and from Zone 1 can avoid fare increases with a bit of spare time...
The destinations that have scrapped all Covid travel restrictions
More than 40 destinations worldwide have ended all Covid-related travel rules
The destinations that have scrapped all Covid travel restrictions...
More than 40 destinations worldwide have ended all Covid-related travel rules
Blue Air suspends all flights
The carrier, which had a busy network of flights from the UK, has been involved...
Holidaymaker brags about faking broken foot to skip Manchester...
Move slammed as ‘damn right disgusting’ and ‘selfish’
25 Best Places to Visit in London (+ Top Attractions)
If you’re looking for ideas on where to go in London, then look no further than...
10 Best Day Trips from London (by Train and Car)
In this article, you’ll find out about some of the excellent places to visit and...
15 Best Things To Do in Helena, Montana
If you’re looking for the best things to do in Helena, MT, you’ve come to the right...
Isle of Wight train network shuts down for most of day...
‘All lines will be blocked,’ says rail operator
Ask Me Anything: Simon Calder to answer your travel questions...
Rail strikes, holidaymakers’ rights, passport problems, the tumbling pound: seek...
When might ‘cruise’ and ‘carefree’ start to align?
Deck Talk: The serenity that cruising seeks to deliver is not helped by the uncertainty...
First look at Europe’s new NightJet sleeper trains
New carriages offer mood lighting and wireless charging points
Local or bust: Why hotels are sourcing amenities on their...
Soap made in the next town over, ceramics from local artisans, straws from your...
Venice tells tourists to ditch water bottles and drink...
The local government is trying to cut down on single-use plastic
Frequent flyer shares TikTok tip for getting the best seat...
The clip introduces users to an online tool to optimise seat selection
Holidaymakers warned of increased crime in Mallorca after...
Exclusive: ‘I was totally relaxed walking around Puerto Pollensa and also, totally...
‘Your travel issues are not my problem’: passenger praised...
The Reddit user said that he had specifically booked the seat which he was asked...
Aircraft almost collides with Boeing passenger jet in near-miss
FAA is currently investigating the incident
Ryanair passengers slam ‘dirtiest flight ever’
Viral video shows crumbs and crisp packets around plane seats
The next TransPennine Express train could be a bus, rail...
Anglo-Scottish train operator blames ‘sustained high levels of sickness and a training...
Australian teen decries US prison conditions after being...
Teen says he was thrown in prison for more than a week after agents thought he was...
Should I book a flight through an online travel agent (OTA)?
Why they exist, when I use them and the risks involved
Booking flights through online travel agents: When to use...
Why they exist, when I use them and the risks involved
Qantas passengers can now pay £18 to leave the next seat...
Other airlines such as Etihad and Swiss have offered seat-blocking in the past
15 of your top travel questions answered by Simon Calder
Eurotunnel, flight cancellations and the prospects for more Covid testing were all...
Chemical engineer fired by pharma giant GlaxoSmithKline...
Man mentioned employer GlaxoSmithKline in rant, calling it ‘one of the best f***ing...
Chemical engineer fired by pharma giant GlaxoSmithKline...
Man mentioned employer GlaxoSmithKline in rant, calling it ‘one of the best f***ing...
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EasyJet offers ‘flexi’ passengers lounge access at Gatwick
Budget carrier is ‘trialling’ the perk until November
An island-hopping adventure across Hong Kong
From the ancient temples of Cheung Chau to the woodland beauty of Lai Chi Wo, Hong...
Feathers ruffled as Emirates goose ad flies close to Air...
‘You’ve got the wrong airline!’ advises ‘original’ CGI goose mascot as a second’s...
Passenger fired after racist, homophobic rant filmed on...
Man mentioned employer GlaxoSmithKline in rant, calling it ‘one of the best f***ing...
Why you should swap packed Greece for the beautiful, quieter...
Want a corner of Europe that feels authentic, beachy and undiscovered? As Lucie...
Heathrow Tube and train fare hike: Why are tickets more...
Off-peak Tube travellers to Heathrow can avoid the sudden fare rise by tapping out...
Mum begs guard to watch over teen after she is ‘forgotten’...
Unaccompanied minor stranded after connecting flight to UK was cancelled
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Pilot turns back plane before runway to pick up father...
‘I was gobsmacked because I have never, ever, in all my time flying, ever known...
British man held in Greece after ‘drunken brawl’ on easyJet...
The man is currently being held in custody by Greek authorities
Heathrow: sudden hike in train and Tube fares hits airline...
Most London Underground passengers will pay 57% more, while the Elizabeth line fare...
Two top jobs in UK transport. Any takers for these toxic...
The Man Who Pays His Way: Who would want to be boss of Avanti West Coast or secretary...
Antigua and Barbuda remove all Covid restrictions
At least 40 countries no longer require proof of Covid vaccination or a negative...
Avanti West Coast boss quits amid mounting chaos
Intercity passengers on West Coast main line have far fewer trains than normal,...
Fourteen-year-old girl killed after mistaking downed power...
Elizabeth Jacobson was killed at her home in Monroe after a storm passed through...
The Local guide: 52 ways to save money in Sweden
Sweden may have a reputation for being an expensive country, but there are ways...
easyJet: how will passengers wrongly denied boarding get...
How can you tell if you were turned away at the departure gate wrongly – and what...
Staff shortage and heavy rain blight weekend train journeys
The National Rail Awards 2022, scheduled for 15 September, have been postponed due...
Plus-size travellers praise cruises as the best way to...
Airlines have come under fire over the years for making larger travellers feel uncomfortable...
Forget Tinder – Europe’s biggest matchmaking festival returns...
A resident matchmaker claims to have brought 3,000 married couples together
Heathrow airport terminal evacuated as police investigate...
Terminal 2 has been emptied to ‘help the police respond to a security alert’
Heathrow airport terminal evacuated after ‘security alert’
Terminal 2 has been emptied to ‘help the police respond to a security alert’
US holiday costs, passport confusion and cruise views:...
The Independent’s travel correspondent tackles all your holiday queries
British Airways passengers dropped 80 per cent from 2019...
Virgin Atlantic fell out of the top 100 airlines by passenger traffic, slipping...
‘Please make it at least edible’: United Airlines passengers...
One customer said eating their egg breakfast felt like ‘biting a Goodyear tire’
Brits encouraged to book long winter sun holidays to beat...
UK tour operator launches ‘The Heat is On’ campaign aimed at Britons worried about...
The Ethical Traveller: 10 ways to roam the world without...
Want to explore more responsibly? Imogen Lepere shares 10 tips for travelling well...
Lufthansa strike: Airline grounds 800 flights as pilots...
At least 800 flights have been grounded, affecting more than 130,000 passengers
Europe to get new Legoland theme park in Belgium
The park is expected to open in 2027 and will be bigger than the one in Windsor
Two passengers ‘miraculously’ survive after light aircraft...
Investigators are looking to find the cause of the crash
As Spain launches free train travel for commuters, why...
The gap between our neighbours’ policies encouraging public transport use and our...
UK-wide train strikes announced for two dates in September
RMT union says walkouts will ‘effectively shut down the railway network’
Disability campaigner says her ‘worst fear came true’ as...
‘This is not damaged baggage, these are my legs,’ says frustrated wheelchair user...
Six of the best winter cruise destinations
From sunkissed Caribbean shores to the beautiful Norwegian Fjords, we explore the...
Six things you need to know before booking your first cruise
All you need to know about cruise holidays so you can ensure your first time goes...
Cruise trends: from sustainability to fresh destinations...
Demand for cruises is back to pre-pandemic levels. We explore how it has improved...
Japan law forcing women to get husband’s consent for abortion...
‘Japan’s government should be embarrassed to still be imposing a requirement for...
Air rage, drunk passengers, wing walkers ‒ and now we have...
As a frequent air traveller, I’ll never understand the spectrum of bad plane behaviour....
Lufthansa pilots’ strike causing flight chaos through the...
At least 800 flights have been grounded, starting on Thursday, affecting more than...
Passengers injured after Turkish Airlines plane hits severe...
The airport deployed a crisis team to help passengers upon landing
How to spend a day in Glasgow’s southside, the city’s foodie...
It’s no secret that Glasgow has cutting-edge art, great bars and lashings of local...
Lufthansa pilots’ strike to cause flight chaos on Friday
At least 200,000 passengers could be affected
Con artist ‘posed as cruise ship captain’ to sell fake...
‘Seasoned’ fraudster wrung over £300,000 from hopeful holidaymakers
Spain launches free train travel for commuters
The scheme was launched to help Spaniards with the soaring cost of living
Rail strikes: what’s happening in September and how will...
As two rail unions announce more 24-hour strike, this is the state of play
Two Air France pilots suspended after fighting in cockpit...
Cabin crew had to supervise cockpit for remainder of the flight, as investigators...
Israel country guide: Everything you need to know before...
From party capital Tel Aviv to Jerusalem’s spiritual Old City, here’s where to go...
Train drivers strike announced for 15 September
‘Operators want drivers to take a real terms pay cut,’ says union
Mountains of seaweed are blighting Mexico’s most popular...
‘The smell is really pungent,’ says visitor
Worthing: Is this underrated seaside town the new Brighton?
As the south coast’s seaside towns become saturated with people fleeing UK cities,...
Woman calls for adults-only flights after child screams...
‘I would pay so much money,’ says frustrated passenger
Ryanair will not fly from Heathrow ‘while I live and breathe’,...
Exclusive: Airline boss calls on next PM to ‘negotiate a sensible free-trade agreement’
Rail strike: what’s happening in September and how will...
As a rail union announces another 24-hour strike, this is the state of play
Ask Me Anything: Simon Calder to answer your travel questions...
The Independent’s travel expert will be on hand to answer all your holiday queries...
Where was House of the Dragon filmed?
The Game of Thrones prequel premiered on Monday, with many fans wondering where...
Alaska Airlines passenger says airline is ‘stranding’ customers...
‘People informed us we had little chance of getting out today or even in the next...
Turkish Airlines lounge at Istanbul airport accused of...
‘Turkish Airlines does not appear to enforce any sort of decorum in the lounge when...
EasyJet denies valid compensation claims by doubling down...
Exclusive: ‘I repeatedly asked if they could send me any evidence of their rule...
EasyJet rejects compensation claim from woman who was wrongly...
Exclusive: Airline carried on rejecting valid claims after saying, ‘We are reissuing...
Going Dutch: how they deal with staff shortages on the...
Train Talk: An alternative timetable is all set up and ready to go
Qantas passengers horrified as ‘foul’ dust cloud rises...
‘Be glad for hepa filters,’ wrote one air traveller
Wizz Air worst airline for flight delays, new data shows
‘The fact that delays are on average under 15 minutes for all UK airlines, following...
Is the airline regulator finally about to get some teeth?
A consultation on enforcement powers for the Civil Aviation Authority is underway...
The best last-minute holiday ideas for September
From a classic British cottage near pretty walking trails to a full-blown Moroccan...
Why should child-free plane passengers be expected to move...
Families travelling by plane need to plan ahead to get their preferred seating arrangement...
Worst airline for flight delays revealed
Wizz Air’s UK departures were an average of 14 minutes and 24 seconds behind schedule...
Rail workers to stage new 24-hour strike in September as...
Union bosses ‘looking for support’ from Labour, as new train strike announced for...
Germany’s massively discounted rail ticket scheme ‘saved...
‘The popularity of the €9 tickets had been unabated and the positive effect on it...
Ryanair warns of economic slump – but plans biggest-ever...
‘While our recovery and growth are very strong, it is still very fragile,’ says...
Somewhere between living and dreaming; there is New York...
Deciding where to travel after a two-year COVID travel hiatus was easy, New York...
Qatar: Discover Beautiful Doha
Falcons, folklore and pearl-hunting meet stratospheric skyscrapers, five-star hotels...
My New York City Highlights
In June, I chose to travel to one of the most exciting cities in the world… New...
11 Cool & Cultural Things To Do In Jozi For Free & Under...
Travelstart has found cool, contemporary and cultural activities for you to do in...
Fun Ways to Celebrate Heritage Month
[Updated August 2022] September is Heritage Month and we’ve rounded up wonderful...
20 Fun Things to do Along the Garden Route
[Updated August 2022] Exploring the Garden Route is a brilliant family trip since...
10 Iconic Landmarks to Visit this Heritage Day
[Updated: August 2022] “To travel is to take a journey into yourself” – Danny Kaye...
10 Best Swimming Pools To Cool Off In Johannesburg & Pretoria...
Here, in South Africa, we are blessed to have a beautiful and generally, sunny country....
20 Best Things to Do in Cape Town before Winter Ends
[Updated August 2022] The much-loved and praised city of Cape Town is such a popular...
Machboos, Souqs and Camel Racing in Doha, Qatar
Doha is the thriving capital city of Qatar, where you can experience an intriguing...
15 Best Things to Do in Bozeman, Montana
From outdoor activities to cultural attractions, there’s something for everyone...
10 Best Mexico City Tours: Culture, Food and Day Trips
Mexico City is an enormous metropolis and navigating it on your own can seem overwhelming,...
15 Best Things To Do in Naxos, Greece
The largest island in the Cyclades, Naxos is known for its varied and mountainous...
15 Best Things To Do in Barcelona, Spain
In this post, I’m going to share with you my top things to do in Barcelona. Barcelona...
15 Best Things to Do in Billings, Montana
If you’re looking for things to do in Billings, Montana, you’ve come to the right...
15 Best Things To Do in Chiapas, Mexico
In the south of Mexico, close to Guatemala, lies Chiapas, a gorgeously wild region...
15 Best Beaches in Albania
Not only does the Albanian Riviera have some of the best beaches in Albania, but...
15 Best Day Trips From Mexico City, Mexico
If you’re looking for the best day trips from Mexico City, I have you covered. Mexico...
15 Best Airbnbs in Limassol, Cyprus
There are so many great Limassol Airbnb choices, it’s hard to know where to begin....
Weekend in Madrid: The Perfect 2 Day Itinerary
Only have two days in Madrid? Although a weekend in Madrid will fly by, it will...
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