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.
Elon Musk's 'Department of Government Efficiency' promised $2tn savings but left federal agencies in disarray. Explore the lasting impact of the controversial initiative.
Two passengers escorted off a Newark flight after an alleged social media threat, causing major delays and a furious outburst from fellow travellers. See the full story.
EasyJet alerts UK tourists to a new mandatory travel insurance rule for Georgia from 2026. Learn the coverage requirements and avoid entry denial.
Ryanair hit with a €10 million fine by Italy's competition authority for restricting ticket sales via online travel agencies (OTAs). The ruling could reshape airline booking practices. Read the full details.
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.
A parliamentary review finds critical gaps in how Australian intelligence agencies handled warnings before the Bondi Junction attack. Read the full report and its implications for national security.
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.
President Trump's signature government-slashing agency, DOGE, has quietly ceased operations eight months early. Discover the inside story of its dramatic rise and fall.
The Trump administration has announced plans to dismantle the US Department of Education, moving six key offices to other federal agencies. Discover the full impact of this major policy shift.
The United States imposes new visa restrictions on Nicaraguan travel agencies and transport companies for enabling illegal immigration. Discover the full details.
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.
New research reveals over half of UK jobseekers fail to secure permanent employment through private agencies, raising serious questions about the effectiveness of the government's back-to-work programmes.
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.
Ex-Trump administration official Kash Patel joins forces with former Democratic presidential candidate Tulsi Gabbard in a bipartisan mission to overhaul US intelligence agencies, exposing what they call systemic corruption and political weaponisation.
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.
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.
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.
Discover expert-approved tips and clever tricks to transform your family flights from chaotic to calm. From packing strategies to in-flight entertainment, make your next journey with children enjoyable for everyone.
Exclusive investigation reveals major aid agencies using artificial intelligence to create fabricated images of suffering, raising serious ethical concerns about digital exploitation and donor deception.
Critical shortages of food, water and medical supplies grip Gaza as humanitarian agencies report Israeli authorities are systematically delaying and restricting aid deliveries, creating catastrophic conditions for civilians.
Planning an autumn getaway? Don't get caught out! Our comprehensive breakdown reveals all the latest travel regulations that could make or break your October half-term holiday plans.
A British tourist's innocent mistake in a foreign country led to an embarrassing home invasion and a valuable lesson about cultural awareness while travelling alone.
Young professionals are transforming business travel by demanding luxury experiences and turning work trips into 'bleisure' adventures, according to new industry research.
A British couple's bold decision to sell everything for permanent travel ended in unexpected disappointment as reality shattered their wanderlust dreams. Discover why their global adventure lasted mere months.
Discover insider secrets from travel experts that can slash your holiday costs without sacrificing the experience. From flight booking tricks to accommodation savings.