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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 .

Brit tourists in Tenerife will now 'have to pay more for water than locals'

The local government in Tenerife has imposed new measures that will mean tourists will have to pay more for water due to higher rates for holiday accommodation due to drought conditions

Country diary: The air is rich with post-dawn birdsong

Early on a calm May morning I am in a triangle: an isosceles triangle to be precise, with two equal sides and a shorter base. This is Halewood Park Triangle, south Merseyside: a wedgeland. The Triangle was forged by 19th-century developments in the railways, its base marking the main Liverpool-Manchester line, while the east and west arms were branch lines carrying passengers and freight north to Aintree and Southport. Today those abandoned east...

38 Disney Princess Outfits, Ranked

The good, the bad, and the...interesting.

Best European destinations for a family summer vacation

Summer is just starting in Europe, and tourists are flocking to all the warm, beautiful coastal towns the continent has to offer. However, many other European destinations are perfect for families and some of them are still pretty much under the radar. Whether you're looking for sea and sand, adventure, mountains, or cultural sites, these places are guaranteed to delight the entire family. Click through and find out more!

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.

The mysterious beauty of ancient Maya monuments

The ancient Maya civilization left behind it a remarkable architectural legacy, a collection of fabulous must-see monuments found in Mexico, Belize, Guatemala, Honduras, and El Salvador. Browse the gallery and visit some of Central America's most outstanding archaeological sites.

The Warrior Tribe Who Eats Their Enemies

Discover the Kalinago people, also known as Island Caribs, who were historically known as fearsome warriors who protected their tribe using cannibalism as a fear tactic. Find out how they traditionally lived as hunter-gatherers and how many remain today.

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.

The best villas to book in Europe — with sensational pools

The best villas to book in Europe — with sensational pools - The key ingredients for a perfect European summer holiday? Sunshine and a beautiful swimming pool. Rosalyn Wikeley selects the prettiest to book now

Little visited UK fishing town named one of Europe's overlooked hidden gems

Staithes in North Yorkshire ranked alongside Pico Island in the Azores, the colourful villages of Villajoyosa in Spain and floating houses of Lake Bokod in Hungary as one of Europe's hidden gems

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.

20 Most Captivating Palaces on the Planet

Prepare to be dazzled by the extraordinary opulence and architectural marvels of these 20 magnificent palaces from around the globe. Each one offers a glimpse into the grandeur of royalty and the rich tapestry of human history. 1. Alhambra, Granada, Spain Step into a world of Moorish splendor at the Alhambra, where intricate tilework and ... Read more

End of the great British staycation? Package holiday trips boom

Seven-day trips for a couple to Turkey, Greece , Spain , Portugal and Cyprus are all being offered for less than £750 including flights in the first week of June.

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.

More than 250 passengers ‘vomiting from bug’ after norovirus outbreak on cruise

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.

These Garden Arches Can Transform Your Backyard Into a Beautiful Oasis

Adding visual interest to your outdoor space has never been easier.

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.

The Best Luggage Sets of 2024, According to Rave Reviews

Pack THESE bags!

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.

15 Best Travel Dresses for Jet-Setters, According to a Fashion Expert

Pack your bags with styles you'll love.

BA flight in emergency mayday landing after cockpit fills with smoke

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.

Top photography showcase Photo London takes over Somerset House

Britain’s biggest photography fair returned to the Thames riverbank this week, welcoming over 120 exhibitors from around the world to London’s historic Somerset House. View on euronews

Some vacationers expect to carry summer travel debt, report finds. Here's how to avoid that

Americans are looking forward to traveling this summer, but some won't pay off their credit cards. Here's how to lower costs and avoid summertime debt.

4,000-year-old mystery solved: How the Giza Pyramids were built

A newly discovered river branch, concealed beneath desert sands and farmlands, is believed to have been used to transport massive stone blocks and materials to the pyramid sites. View on euronews

A major new aviation bill seeks to end passengers being made to pay to sit with their kids, and to improve safety on planes after the Alaska blowout

"Corporations shouldn't rip off hardworking Americans" with hidden fees, President Biden said in a statement.

Last of China’s pandas in America will soon be leaving and heading home

Last of China’s pandas in America will soon be leaving and heading home - National Zoo in Washington DC sent its pandas back last November, making Atlanta the only place in the US to see the bears

20 best festivals across UK and Europe 2024

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

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

Frontier Airlines does away with change fees in budget airline pricing overhaul

The budget airline's changes come amid the Biden administration's crackdown on so-called "junk fees."

Long Island by Colm Tóibín review: A sequel that doesn't fly quite as high

Long Island by Colm Tóibín review: A sequel that doesn't fly quite as high -

Landslide forces closure of iconic Southern California chapel designed by Frank Lloyd Wright's son

Landslide forces closure of iconic Southern California chapel designed by Frank Lloyd Wright's son - A decades-old landslide that’s rapidly accelerating has forced the dismantling of an iconic Southern California chapel known for its glass frame built among soaring redwoods and sweeping Pacific Ocean views

25 ways to experience southern Alberta in Canada, away from the slopes

How to embrace adventure, culture and nature in Alberta, Canada without donning your skis.

British Museum recovers 268 more missing objects after thefts

The London museum says a total of 626 items out of around 1,500 missing or stolen objects have been found in an announcement on Friday.

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.

The most bizarre travel experiences in the world

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!

Your dream beach vacation can happen right at home in America

Can’t go abroad this year? Don't sweat it. The US has some awesome beaches for you to kick back and relax on that are closer to home. Check them out!

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

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

Places in the US that look like alien planets

Space travel—it’s unbelievably cool, but most of us won’t ever have the opportunity to check out alien planets. Lucky for you, the Earth is vast and strange, and that means it has a host of otherworldly landscapes just waiting for your exploration. There are plenty in the US alone, which means there’s no spaceship—or passport—required.

10 Stylish and Equally Comfortable Airport Looks for Your Next Trip

Look and feel great the next time you travel!

6 Hotel Mattresses That'll Give You 5-Star Sleep at Home

Snooze like you're on vacation every night.

10 best holiday cities for retirees to take their next trip

I've traveled to over 40 countries around the world. These are the 5 underrated spots everyone should visit.

After visiting over 40 countries, some of my favorite places have been Colombia, Laos, Zimbabwe, Malta, and Morocco.

7 Urban Myths About Flying That Are False—And 7 That Are True

We looked into 14 of the most common urban myths about flying to separate fact from fiction, once and for all.

Owner shocked by his cat's hilarious reaction to the Northern Lights

People were left in awe last week, as the aurora borealis lit up the sky around the UK. But some were less impressed than others, as this cat's reaction shows.

Map shows all the places brand new train to London might stop

10 ‘most dangerous’ states to live in the US revealed