Home to Appalachian mountains, stalactite-adorned caves and rugged rock faces, Kentucky is something of a haven for adventurers. Annabel Grossman shares the best spots to soak up nature and get your adrenaline pumping

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Home to Appalachian mountains, stalactite-adorned caves and rugged rock faces, Kentucky is something of a haven for adventurers. Annabel Grossman shares the best spots to soak up nature and get your adrenaline pumping

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It will open up a new direct connection between the Midlands and the Highlands

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Plane Talk: The jet had a creditable 27-year career, but ultimately proved an evolutionary cul-de-sac

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The Parisian landmark is raising ticket prices for many visitors to fund renovations and security after recent challenges

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From ancient fjords to medieval cathedrals, Norway’s coastline is packed with history – and on a Nordic cruise, you can follow it port by port

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From Arctic waters to windswept ports, Norway’s food tells the story of its coastline – and aboard a Nordic cruise, you don’t just explore the country, you taste it

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From Arctic waters to windswept ports, Norway’s nature and wildlife are a major draw, and a Nordic cruise offers a direct way to experience both

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Alaska announced its biggest-ever aircraft deal, ordering 110 planes from Boeing

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As Jonathan Pine sets off on another high-intensity mission, producers of The Night Manager predict that this Colombian hotel used in scenes will be cast into the spotlight

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The fee covers a 10-day travel period, applying to both departure and return flights

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Cut out flying and you shred skiing’s carbon footprint. And opting for a high-altitude resort that needs less artificial snow makes it even greener. Les Arcs in the French Alps ticks both boxes
I’ve always wanted to try skiing, but it’s not a cheap holiday and I have always had a lingering suspicion that some resorts are like Las Vegas in the mountains, with artificial snow, damaging infrastructure, annihilated vegetation and air-freighted fine dining – in short, profoundly unsustainable.
However, if there’s a way to have a green family ski holiday, then sign me – and my husband, Joe, two kids and my mum – up. Here’s how to do it.
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Carriers were judged on design, seat pitch and headrest comfort

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Brighton, the unofficial LGBT+ capital of the UK, has plenty of inclusive places to stay – situated on its spectacular seafront or near some of the best clubs and bars in town

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Here are some of the warmest places to beat the winter blues, from Madeira to Morocco

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With impressive architecture, food and drink outlets that rival city-center hotspots, and relaxation spaces fit for luxury hotels, these are the flight hubs worth lingering at

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The classic 1980s film will be brought to life during Alaska sailings with MSC Cruises

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Explore the real-life UK locations (including some that may surprise you) from Hamnet

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Passengers reported gastrointestinal symptoms during a round-trip from Fort Lauderdale

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Turkmenistan has strict red tape according to the Foreign Office, including a mandatory £23 Covid test fee

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Despite rising up the index, the power of the US passport has been sliding over the past decade

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