Thailand tourism numbers decline for first time in decade
Thailand's foreign tourist arrivals fell to 32.9 million in 2025, a 7.2% drop. Discover the causes and the country's ambitious 2026 recovery plan.
Thailand's foreign tourist arrivals fell to 32.9 million in 2025, a 7.2% drop. Discover the causes and the country's ambitious 2026 recovery plan.
Nearly 60 Japanese women legislators, including PM Sanae Takaichi, petition for more women's toilets in the historic Diet building, highlighting a stark gender infrastructure gap. Read more on this cross-party push for equality.
Japan is rapidly transforming its defence posture, aiming to double annual arms spending to counter China. This historic shift raises questions about its pacifist constitution. Read the full analysis.
A Guardian reporter ventures into a Japanese bear hotspot, revealing the escalating human-wildlife conflict. Discover the shocking encounters and community fears.
Police Scotland's domestic abuse task force secures 228-year total sentence for 32 offenders. Domestic abuse reports rise 10% as force vows relentless pursuit of perpetrators.
Japan's cabinet approves a historic ¥9tn defence budget, boosting strike-back capabilities as tensions with China escalate over Taiwan and space militarisation. Read the full analysis.
Wizz Air announces daily Gatwick-Valencia flights from £40 return. Fly to Spain's stunning, affordable city in time for a rare total solar eclipse in August 2026.
Discover why fried chicken is Japan's festive staple. A traveller explores Tokyo's halal alternatives to the KFC queues, unravelling a unique cultural tradition.
Virgin Atlantic will start direct daily flights from London Heathrow to Seoul in March 2026, connecting travellers to South Korea's capital, voted the world's top destination for millennials and Gen Z. Discover Seoul's K-Pop hotspots and historic sites.
Airlines are dramatically increasing flights between London and Paris, challenging Eurostar's rail monopoly. Find out how new routes from easyJet and Air France could slash your travel costs.
Ryanair launches budget flights from Cardiff and Aberdeen to Alicante, Spain, with December fares from £20. Discover the Costa Blanca's 23C winter sun, beaches, and golf.
Qantas announces the return of Sydney to Port Moresby flights, driven by business growth and the new Papua New Guinea NRL team launching in 2028. Discover the travel impact.
Kyoto posts urgent multilingual signs after record bear attacks across Japan. Learn the safety advice and why encounters have surged to unprecedented levels.
All Nippon Airways launches free domestic flights for UK travellers to explore Japan's hidden gems and reduce overtourism. Find out how to book.
Jetstar launches a huge flight sale with 90,000 free return tickets. Grab cheap fares to Bali, Singapore & Japan. Sale ends Sunday, book now!
A new study reveals Wizz Air offers the lowest fares for UK Christmas travel at £0.0417 per seat mile, though Virgin Atlantic surprises in second place. Discover which airlines provide the best value.
British tourists can now book complimentary internal flights in Japan with ANA to ease overtourism in Tokyo and Kyoto. Discover lesser-visited regions until 31 Jan 2026.
Air Arabia launches the UK's longest budget airline route from London Gatwick to Sharjah. Fares start at £417 for the 7-hour 50-minute flight. Discover the new no-frills travel option.
EasyJet launches new direct flights from Newcastle to Sharm El Sheikh, Egypt, with fares from just £91.99. Escape the UK winter for 22°C sunshine and golden beaches.
WestJet launches new Toronto flights from Cardiff Airport, hailed by Wales' First Minister as a key economic opportunity. Will this transatlantic link revive the struggling airport?
The UK Foreign Office updates Japan travel advice following a record number of wildlife-related deaths. Stay informed and learn essential safety precautions for your trip.
Channel Islands airline Blue Islands ceases trading, cancelling all flights and leaving passengers stranded. Find out about refunds and alternative travel options.
Jet2 announces 26 new flights from London Gatwick, connecting British holidaymakers to sun-soaked European destinations like Spain, Greece, and Turkey. Discover the new routes and book your next getaway.
Exciting new flight connection between London Gatwick and Cornwall's Newquay Airport launches, promising easier access to stunning beaches and coastal adventures for travellers.
Australian flag carrier Qantas reveals revolutionary long-range Airbus A350 aircraft set to transform international travel with unprecedented non-stop flights from Australia to Europe and North America.
Australian airline Qantas announces groundbreaking direct flights from London to New York, slashing travel time and redefining ultra-long-haul aviation with new Airbus A350-1000 aircraft.
Mayor Eric Adams launches aggressive new measures targeting charter flights carrying migrants from Florida, demanding federal intervention in growing border crisis.
A revolutionary new travel experience is coming to budget flights as one airline introduces premium seating with business-class comforts without the luxury price tag. Discover how your next flight could be transformed.
Taiwan's Eva Air makes travel history with groundbreaking year-round direct flights from London Heathrow to Thailand's tropical island paradise of Phuket, starting March 2025.
In a groundbreaking decision, the European Commission has confirmed that UK travellers can now book connecting flights to Nepal through EU hubs without violating passenger rights regulations.