2026 Travel Trends: Dry Tourism, Luxury Trains & AI-Free
Travel experts reveal the top 18 trends for 2026, including luxury train hopping, alcohol-free 'dry tourism', and a shift towards human-led travel planning over AI. Discover what's next.
Travel experts reveal the top 18 trends for 2026, including luxury train hopping, alcohol-free 'dry tourism', and a shift towards human-led travel planning over AI. Discover what's next.
Kabul's iconic Ariana Cinema, a cultural landmark since 1963, has been demolished to make way for a shopping centre under Taliban rule. Explore the history and loss felt across Afghanistan and beyond.
EasyJet alerts UK tourists to a new mandatory travel insurance rule for Georgia from 2026. Learn the coverage requirements and avoid entry denial.
Riders from across Afghanistan competed in the annual buzkashi final near Kabul. The traditional equestrian sport, using a fake goat carcass, was attended by spectators and Taliban authorities.
Emily Hart, who has visited all 50 US states, warns sharing holiday snaps in real time is dangerous. Discover her essential safety and money-saving tips for solo travellers.
The Taliban have demolished Kabul's historic Ariana cinema, a cultural landmark since the 1960s, to build a shopping mall. Explore the story of its rise, fall, and erasure.
An amber weather warning for heavy rain and potential flooding is in force across parts of Wales and England. Homes and businesses face disruption. Stay safe and avoid travel.
Henrik Jeppesen, who visited every country, reveals how a companion's act of scattering ashes in North Korea almost landed them in a labour camp. Read his terrifying travel warning.
UK airports face the busiest Christmas on record with over 22 million passengers. Experts warn of a 'perfect storm of stress' with delays and bad weather. Plan ahead for festive travel.
Don't miss Travel Tuesday on 2 December 2025. Discover exclusive discounts on hotels, flights, cruises and packages with our expert shopping tips.
Travelling with friends? Expert reveals the 5 red flags that signal a difficult travel buddy and how to avoid holiday conflicts. Plan your perfect 'mate-cation' today.
The Met Office has issued a new 12-hour yellow weather warning for ice as a severe cold snap hits the UK. Drivers urged to take extreme caution on treacherous roads.
Share your favourite European travel discovery of 2025 for a chance to win a £200 Coolstays voucher. The best tips will be featured in the Guardian Travel section.
New Era Travel in Alresford, Hampshire, ceases trading just three years after opening. Discover the impact on customers and the wider UK travel industry turmoil.
A devastated mother reveals how a common passport oversight destroyed her family's dream holiday to Cyprus, leaving them £2,000 out of pocket and heartbroken at the airport.
The Foreign, Commonwealth & Development Office has updated its travel guidance for Tanzania, warning British travellers of increased risks and safety concerns across the popular African destination.
The FCDO has updated its travel guidance for Tanzania, warning British travellers about specific risks in certain regions while clarifying advice for popular tourist destinations.
Exclusive: WHO warns of imminent healthcare collapse in Afghanistan as international funding vanishes and medical supplies dwindle, putting millions at risk.
The Foreign Office has dramatically escalated its travel advice for Israel, warning of 'real risk' of military action and potential border closures. Get the latest safety updates.
Discover how to transform your long-haul flights with our expert guide to the best travel pillows available in the UK. From memory foam to inflatable designs, find your perfect comfort companion for restful journeys.
UK government issues urgent travel warning for Jamaica as security situation deteriorates, advising all British nationals to depart immediately.
UK travellers face unexpected gaps in travel insurance coverage as Foreign Office updates advice. Essential reading before you book your next trip.
UK travellers to Jamaica face disruption as Hurricane Melissa intensifies. Get essential safety guidance, flight impact details, and official Foreign Office advice for Caribbean travel.
Discover which viral solo travel photography hacks deliver stunning results and which fall flat in our comprehensive field test. Transform your travel photos from amateur to professional with these proven techniques.
Discover essential safety strategies, transformative benefits and expert tips for women embarking on solo travel adventures, from navigating unfamiliar destinations to building unshakeable confidence.
The UK Foreign Office has issued an urgent health warning for British tourists planning European holidays, highlighting dangerous disease outbreaks in popular destinations including Italy, France and Spain.
Discover the revolutionary travel essentials that have passed rigorous testing - from space-saving packing cubes to life-changing tech gadgets that will transform your journeys.
Exclusive revelation shows Donald Trump admitting he would have mirrored Biden's controversial Afghanistan pullout, despite his public criticism of the chaotic operation.
A leading travel expert shares her clever money-saving hack that could transform how you book flights forever. Discover how to slash your travel costs with this simple strategy.
The Met Office has escalated weather alerts across southern England and Wales as a powerful storm system threatens 70mph winds and intense rainfall, sparking major travel disruption fears.