Britain Rejoins Erasmus+ Student Exchange Programme
Britain's return to the Erasmus+ scheme offers a flicker of hope for internationalism amid a rising nativist tide across Europe. Discover the programme's significance.
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Avoid These 3 European Cities, Warns Travel Expert
Seasoned traveller Francis Hellyer names three European hotspots where tourists face overpriced food and local resentment. Discover his controversial picks and better alternatives.
UK Rural Tourism Set for Tech Transformation by 2050
A new report predicts UK rural tourism will be revolutionised by 2050 with AI translation, 3D avatar guides, and artificial lakes. Discover the future of countryside escapes.
Northern Ireland's ASMR Tourism Reveals Soothing Soundscapes
Discover how Northern Ireland is embracing the ASMR revolution, offering visitors an immersive sensory journey through its most tranquil natural soundscapes and hidden acoustic gems.
Police fined £5,400 for blocking medical cannabis patient
In a landmark legal ruling, Queensland Police face substantial penalties after preventing a registered medical marijuana patient from using his prescribed treatment during a vehicle search, raising crucial questions about patient rights and law enforcemen
Cairo tourism plummets as visitor numbers crash
Egypt's tourism industry faces unprecedented challenges as visitor numbers to Cairo's iconic attractions, including the Pyramids and King Tutankhamun's treasures, show dramatic decline according to recent statistics.
Ukraine's Wartime Tourism: Why Visitors Keep Coming
Discover how Ukraine is welcoming adventurous travellers to its western regions, offering cultural experiences and supporting local economies despite ongoing conflict.
Brit's Turkey Surgery Nightmare: Begging NHS Help
A British mother faces a medical crisis after cosmetic surgery in Turkey left her with severe complications and mounting bills, pleading for NHS intervention as her health deteriorates.
UK Tourist Tax Divide: Scotland & Wales Charge Ahead
As Scotland implements its visitor levy and Wales prepares to follow, England remains the tourism tax holdout. Discover how this postcode lottery could reshape British tourism.
Orkney Council seeks tourist tax powers amid visitor boom
Orkney Islands Council is pushing for powers to implement a tourist levy as the archipelago experiences unprecedented visitor growth, aiming to manage infrastructure strain and fund local services.
Louvre heist sparks true crime tourism boom
The Louvre Museum experiences unexpected visitor surge following dramatic €1.5 million art theft, as true crime enthusiasts seek to walk in thieves' footsteps through world's most famous gallery.
Cambodia tourism surges 143% as Korean visitors return
Phnom Penh sees dramatic tourism revival as South Korean travellers return, with visitor numbers surging 143% in early 2024 amid new flight routes and cultural attractions.
Ibiza at Breaking Point: Tourism Crisis Hits Party Island
The iconic party island of Ibiza faces an unprecedented crisis as overwhelming tourist numbers strain infrastructure, sparking local protests and urgent calls for sustainable tourism reforms.
Dad dies after £30 Marbella tooth extraction
Tragic story of Dean Atkinson, 44, who travelled to Spain for cheap dental work only to suffer fatal complications days after returning to his family in Doncaster.
Turkish Organ Harvest Scandal: Dad 'Was Still Alive'
A British man alleges Turkish medical staff attempted to harvest his father's organs before he was clinically dead, sparking an international medical ethics scandal and Foreign Office investigation.
Vermont's autumn fury: Locals vs leaf-peeping tourists
As Vermont's legendary fall foliage reaches its peak, simmering resentment between residents and tourists boils over into parking disputes, traffic chaos, and shocking acts of vandalism across the picturesque state.
Australian tourist needs emergency heart surgery in Bali
An Australian father's dream Bali holiday turned into a medical crisis requiring emergency heart surgery, leaving his family facing enormous medical bills and a desperate race to bring him home.
Sri Lanka Pioneers Sustainable Tourism Revolution
Discover how Sri Lanka is transforming its tourism industry through sustainable practices and community-focused initiatives, with Minor Hotels pioneering a new model for responsible travel in paradise.
Screen tourism injects £160m into Scotland's economy
Scotland's film and TV industry creates economic windfall as fans flock to iconic locations from Outlander and other productions, boosting local businesses and employment.
Cornwall's £111k tourism website backfires spectacularly
Visit Cornwall's costly digital overhaul sparks controversy as anti-tourism messaging clashes with economic realities, leaving local businesses counting the cost of declining visitor numbers.
Bali freezes hotel permits after flooding crisis
Indonesian authorities hit pause on new hotel and restaurant permits in Bali's most popular districts as rapid, unregulated development exacerbates severe flooding problems on the island paradise.
Bungendore Crowned Australia's Best Tourism Town 2023
The charming historic village of Bungendore, just a short drive from Canberra, has been officially named Australia's Best Tourism Town at the 2023 Australian Top Tourism Town Awards, beating out fierce competition for its unique blend of heritage, artisan
Central Queensland's Disused Railway Set for Cycling Tourism Revival
Discover how a historic 50km rail corridor in Central Queensland is being transformed into a world-class cycling trail, promising to boost eco-tourism and breathe new life into rural communities.
Balearic Islands' radical war on mass tourism
The Balearic Islands are rebelling. Faced with overtourism and its damaging consequences, Mallorca and Ibiza are implementing drastic measures to end the cheap, excessive party culture and pivot towards a sustainable future. This is the story of a holiday
Mother's Turkey hair transplant bargain turns to nightmare
Exclusive: A UK mother's dream of a bargain hair transplant in Turkey turned into a medical nightmare, leaving her with severe burns, permanent scarring, and a warning for others considering medical tourism.
Women flying to Turkey for brutal leg-shortening surgery
Exclusive investigation reveals a dangerous new cosmetic surgery trend: women from the UK and beyond are travelling to Turkey for leg-shortening operations to appear more petite, risking severe and permanent complications.
Cambridge Declares War on Over-Tourism
The iconic university city of Cambridge is taking radical steps to combat the crippling effects of mass tourism, from banning new souvenir shops to controlling disruptive coach tours, in a bid to reclaim its historic character for residents.
Tourism Australia's new campaign targets global travellers
Tourism Australia unveils a fresh global advertising push, targeting key markets with vibrant campaigns to reignite post-pandemic visitor numbers.
Barcelona erupts in mass protest against overtourism
Demonstrators flooded Barcelona's streets, demanding action against overtourism as locals struggle with rising rents and overcrowding.
NHS loses £200m to health tourists
Foreign 'health tourists' are exploiting the NHS, costing taxpayers £200 million annually. Experts warn of stricter measures to curb the abuse of free healthcare services.
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