Cornwall's £111k tourism website backfires spectacularly
Visit Cornwall's costly digital overhaul sparks controversy as anti-tourism messaging clashes with economic realities, leaving local businesses counting the cost of declining visitor numbers.
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British volunteer torches Putin's tank in Ukraine
A courageous British fighter in Ukraine describes the heart-pounding moment he destroyed a Russian tank using Western-supplied weapons, as Vladimir Putin's forces suffer devastating losses.
Spain's Secret Garden City: Europe's Urban Oasis
Hidden in Spain's Basque Country lies Europe's most spectacular garden city that tourism hasn't discovered yet - and it's a paradise for nature lovers seeking authentic Spanish charm.
Nova Scotia: Lobster, Wine & Spectacular Coasts
Discover why Nova Scotia is Canada's best-kept secret, boasting world-class lobster, award-winning wines, and some of the planet's most spectacular coastal landscapes.
Cornwall Tourism Board Collapses Amid Overtourism Crisis
Visit Cornwall closes its doors after 14 years as the county battles with overwhelming visitor numbers, raising urgent questions about sustainable tourism.
Manchester Synagogue Attack: Volunteer Injured in Hate Crime
A charity volunteer was violently assaulted while protecting a Manchester synagogue in what police are treating as a religiously motivated hate crime. The Community Security Trust confirms rising antisemitic attacks across the UK.
Visit Cornwall collapses into liquidation
Shockwaves hit Cornwall's tourism industry as destination management organisation Visit Cornwall falls into liquidation, citing 'insurmountable financial problems' that threaten the county's vital visitor economy.
Taiwan's great flood clean-up: community unites to rebuild
In an extraordinary display of community spirit, thousands of volunteers from all walks of life descended on a devastated Taiwanese town to help clear the wreckage left by catastrophic flooding.
British tourists turn away from US holidays
Discover why UK travellers are turning their backs on traditional US destinations like California and Florida, opting instead for European alternatives amid rising costs and practical hurdles.
Trump Effect Sees British Tourists Ditch US Holidays
Exclusive investigation reveals how political climate and controversial policies are causing British tourists to rethink American vacations, with visitor numbers plummeting dramatically.
Samaritans Face Major Branch Closures in UK Restructure
Exclusive: Dozens of Samaritans branches across Britain are set to close or merge in a controversial cost-cutting overhaul that volunteers fear will impact vital mental health support services.
British volunteer killed in Ukraine: Parents slam government
Exclusive: The heartbroken family of Sam Newey, a 20-year-old Briton who died fighting Russian forces, speak out about their pride in his courage and their anger at the lack of government support.
Nation's Beautiful Pledge To Protect Landscapes
A stunning European country makes an unprecedented commitment to safeguard its natural beauty and cultural heritage for future generations of travellers.
Hollywood Tourism Crisis: LA Visitor Numbers Plummet
Los Angeles faces a tourism crisis as visitor numbers collapse, with Hollywood's iconic attractions losing their appeal amid rising crime and homelessness.
Tiger attack at Joe Exotic's former Oklahoma zoo
A volunteer was critically injured in a savage tiger attack at the same Oklahoma animal park once owned by Netflix's 'Tiger King' star, Joe Exotic. The incident raises urgent questions about safety protocols at the controversial facility.
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.
Australian Doctor Alleges War Crimes in Gaza
An Australian doctor who volunteered in Gaza alleges he witnessed war crimes and a severe humanitarian crisis, accusing Israel of deliberately targeting civilians and medical personnel.
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.
National Trust axes gardeners in 'woke' inclusivity row
The National Trust faces a fresh woke controversy after terminating 13 long-serving volunteer gardeners at Felbrigg Hall, Norfolk, for not completing mandatory inclusivity training. The charity insists the move promotes diversity, while critics blast it a
Nepal's homestays empower indigenous women & preserve culture
Discover how a pioneering homestay initiative in Nepal's Panauti is transforming lives, empowering indigenous women, and preserving ancient Newari culture through community-based tourism.
Zara McDermott's Thailand Doc Exposes Tourism Dark Side
BBC Three documentary 'Island of Dreams' reveals the harrowing reality behind Thailand's idyllic facade, from elephant abuse to sex trafficking, as investigated by Zara McDermott.
K-Pop 'Exorcism' Video Sparks 300% Tourism Boom
A viral K-Pop music video featuring demon hunters has triggered an unprecedented tourism surge to a remote South Korean village, with visitors flocking to its 'exorcism' locations.
Bourton-on-the-Water's overtourism crisis reaches breaking point
The idyllic Cotswolds village of Bourton-on-the-Water is buckling under unsustainable visitor numbers, with residents pleading for urgent measures to protect their community from overtourism's crushing impact.
Asia Plans $1bn Las Vegas-Style Casino Resort
An ambitious Asian nation is challenging Macau and Singapore's dominance with a colossal $1 billion casino resort project, aiming to become the next global gaming and entertainment epicentre.
Devon's £500m 'Dubai': Eden Project Transforms Torbay
A visionary £500m Eden Project North in Torbay promises to revolutionise the English Riviera, drawing global tourists with its stunning biomes and cutting-edge sustainability, creating thousands of jobs.
Cornwall's tourist numbers hit lowest point in a decade
Cornwall's coastal communities confront an unexpected crisis as anti-tourist sentiment leads to a dramatic visitor decline, triggering economic hardship and forcing a bitter rethink about the region's dependence on tourism.
9/11 Ground Zero volunteer's 20-year cancer battle
Exclusive: Two decades after the 9/11 attacks, a British volunteer who spent months at Ground Zero receives a devastating aggressive cancer diagnosis, revealing the long-term health crisis facing first responders.
Heritage steam trains may return to Isle of Wight railways
Exclusive plans reveal heritage steam trains could make a triumphant return to the Isle of Wight, reviving nostalgic railway journeys across the beloved holiday island for the first time in decades.
Príncipe: The Secluded African Island Paradise
Hidden in the Gulf of Guinea lies Príncipe, a breathtaking volcanic island with untouched rainforests, empty golden beaches, and a fascinating history. This is the ultimate eco-tourism escape.
TikTok Tourists Overwhelm Cotswolds Village with Abuse and Rubbish
The idyllic village of Bourton-on-the-Water faces an environmental and social crisis as an influx of TikTok-inspired tourists leaves a trail of litter, abuse towards residents, and illegal parking in their wake.
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