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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.

Kim Jong Un abandons reunification with South Korea

In a dramatic escalation of tensions, Kim Jong Un has declared North Korea will no longer pursue reunification with South Korea, branding it a 'hostile state' while threatening nuclear consequences.

North Korean soldier defects across DMZ border

In a rare border incident, a North Korean soldier has successfully crossed the Demilitarized Zone into South Korea, marking the first such defection in over a year amid heightened tensions.

Blanchland: UK's Most Gorgeous Village Escape

Nestled in the North Pennines, the stunning village of Blanchland offers the perfect cosy retreat with its historic architecture, award-winning pubs and breathtaking scenery.

Seaside town where £100k won't buy a home

Discover the stunning Welsh seaside town where average house prices have soared to ten times local incomes, creating a property market that's leaving locals priced out of their own community.

Perfect UK Staycation: Fairytale Castle Town

Looking for the ultimate UK staycation? This picturesque Welsh town with its magnificent castle, charming streets and breathtaking scenery offers the perfect escape from everyday life.

Portmeirion: Britain's Secret Italian Village in Wales

Tucked away in North Wales lies Portmeirion, a stunning Italianate village that offers Mediterranean charm without the passport queues. This hidden gem boasts colourful architecture, subtropical gardens, and a fascinating history that few tourists know ab

Woolacombe Beach Crowned Among World's Best

Discover why Woolacombe Beach in North Devon has earned global recognition as one of the planet's top coastal destinations, beating Mediterranean rivals with its golden sands and award-winning waters.

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.

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.

900-year-old Fountains Abbey illuminated by giant sun sculpture

The historic ruins of Fountains Abbey in North Yorkshire undergo a breathtaking transformation as a monumental sun sculpture named after the Greek god Helios casts its golden glow upon the medieval stonework in a stunning after-dark spectacle.

Goathland: Yorkshire's Real-Life Film Set Village

Explore the magical Yorkshire village of Goathland, where Hollywood fantasy meets breathtaking North York Moors scenery. This real-life film set from Harry Potter and Heartbeat awaits your visit.

North Sea geology blocks oil extraction ambitions

A bombshell geological study reveals that complex rock formations beneath the North Sea could prevent the UK from extracting up to half its remaining oil and gas reserves, dealing a major blow to energy security plans.

Luxury Red Sea Resort to Boost Egypt Tourism

An exclusive preview of a spectacular new luxury resort development in Egypt's Red Sea region, promising to create thousands of jobs and redefine sustainable tourism.

NC500 winter road closure forces 80-mile diversion

Motorists planning to drive Scotland's famous North Coast 500 this winter face a massive 80-mile diversion as a vital section near Lochcarron closes for essential landslide protection works from October to December.

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.

Welsh Village Named One of UK's Most Beautiful

Nestled in the heart of North Wales, the idyllic village of Portmeirion has stunned travel experts by being named one of the UK's most beautiful destinations, rivalling the likes of the Lake District and Cornwall.

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