On Hilton Head Island in the Deep South, Annabel Grossman visits one of the most significant, but often overlooked, historical sites in American history
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Airports body says there could be ‘serious safety hazards’ if current timetable for EES roll-out continues
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Stay connected in over 200 destinations with Holafly eSIM’s unlimited data
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Built as an ode to former prime minister Winston Churchill, Helen Wilson-Beevers finds that this timeless classic manages to still feel opulent in the modern era
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All aboard these festive rail journeys for carols, champagne and hot chocolate this Christmas
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They used to be seen as detours – now these beach towns are the main destination for savvy travelers
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Exclusive: World Travel and Tourism Council blames ‘challenges linked to Brexit, such as constraints on talent mobility’ for exit
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Here are the capital’s seasonal standouts to help you make the most out of the festivities
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Several flights departing from Sarajevo airport were grounded
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The plane was heading to the Canary Islands but landed in Portugal
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The aviation hub could see an increase of nearly 20 million passengers per year
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Exclusive: Don’t be a security checkpoint Charlie – crackers, snow globes and bottles of spirits could all be whisked away
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With ancient standing stones and modern midwinter festivals, the West Penwith peninsula is a land of magic and mystery
The light is fading fast as I stand inside Tregeseal stone circle near St Just. The granite stones of the circle are luminous in this sombre landscape, like pale, inquisitive ghosts gathered round to see what we’re up to. Above us, a sea of withered bracken and gorse rises to Carn Kenidjack, the sinister rock outcrop that dominates the naked skyline. At night, this moor is said to be frequented by pixies and demons, and sometimes the devil himself rides out in search of lost souls.
Unbothered by any supernatural threat, we are gazing seawards, towards the smudges on the horizon that are the distant Isles of Scilly. The clouds crack open and a flood of golden light falls over the islands. My companion, archaeoastronomer Carolyn Kennett, and I gasp. It is marvellous natural theatre which may have been enjoyed by the people who built this circle 4,000 years ago.
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Craving a girls’ holiday and keen to help a heartbroken friend, writer Jessica Phillips planned a break to one of Europe’s most affordable sun-sure destinations
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This stunning Lakeland retreat blends country-house grandeur, restorative spa rituals and winter warmth, as Rod Ardehali discovers
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Venice and luxury go hand in hand, so check into one of these many lavish palazzos for a taste of la dolce vita
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Germany offers an unrivalled festive escape
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Football fans won’t have to worry about missing kick-off while travelling
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Whether you’re limited to carry-on luggage or have the luxury of a car boot, these are the essential utensils to bring to your destination
Holiday rental homes can be a lottery for anyone actually planning to cook. Having recently spent four months in rentals around Europe and the UK, I am a battle-weary veteran of “self-contained” accommodation with advertised features including a coffee-maker that was just a small stainless steel milk jug, and a kitchenette that comprised a bench and an air fryer.
At such times, it pays to have a truckload of resourcefulness and a small but effective travelling toolkit. The following lists are tailored to suit flying and driving holidays, though feel free to mix, match and substitute with your own essentials.
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The brand has ordered four vessels to be built at the Meyer Werft shipyard in Papenburg, Germany
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The driver was too late to prevent a collision
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