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.
EasyJet alerts UK tourists to a new mandatory travel insurance rule for Georgia from 2026. Learn the coverage requirements and avoid entry denial.
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.
Sierra Leone faces severe cuts to UK aid, losing a vital £35m grant for maternal and newborn health. Experts warn lives are at stake. Read the full investigation.
Florida's first sanctioned black bear hunt since 2015 has begun, issuing 172 permits. Activists secured dozens to save bears. Get the full story on the contentious wildlife management decision.
Parents sue Sierra Canyon School, alleging their 8-year-old daughter was sexually assaulted in a student-run 'kissing club'. The elite LA institution charges nearly $40,000 a year.
An asylum seeker from Sierra Leone has won his case to stay in the UK after an immigration judge heard he was forced into sex slavery by a homeowner. Read the full tribunal details.
The Southern Sierra Miwuk Nation regains ancestral land in Yosemite after a historic transfer by the Pacific Forest Trust. Discover the tribe's plans for ecological restoration.
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.
Investigators believe Gil Clark, 78, suffered a medical emergency before being dragged off by a bear or mountain lion in Sierra County. Read the full investigation details.
Authorities believe Gil Clark, 78, was dragged away by a bear or mountain lion after a medical emergency during a walk in northern California. Read the latest update.
Philippine forces deliver supplies to disputed shoal as Chinese ships jam communications. Details on the latest South China Sea tensions and the fragile nonaggression pact.
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.
After vanishing during a routine hike, 34-year-old Michael Thompson survives 17 harrowing days in the Sierra Nevada wilderness using remarkable survival techniques and sheer determination.
Incredible survival story of 61-year-old Ron Dailey who endured nearly three weeks in treacherous wilderness using sheer determination and survival instincts.
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.
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.
Professional footballer Alhaji Kamara has died following a devastating collision between his motorbike and a cow on a Sierra Leone highway, sending shockwaves through the football community.
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.
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.
Exclusive: The son of Mango fashion empire founder Isak Andic is being investigated for homicide after his billionaire father fell 500 feet to his death during a family hiking expedition in Spain's Sierra Nevada mountains.
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.
Governor Gavin Newsom has activated emergency protocols as the 'Post Fire' rages across Los Angeles County, forcing thousands to evacuate and threatening critical infrastructure amid extreme weather conditions.
Young professionals are transforming business travel by demanding luxury experiences and turning work trips into 'bleisure' adventures, according to new industry research.