Among the world’s most popular tourist destinations, Spain receives a record high 96.8 million visitors last year - and is predicted to be the world’s most visited country by 2040.

As a child I spent a lot of time on ferries. Each summer my parents would load the three of us into the back of our Vauxhall and drive us off on a European adventure for a week or three. I loved it. I loved the adventure. I loved the boat. I loved being on the sea. Strangely though, as an adult, the sea is not something I have done a lot of.

A really early start to the day today as we decided to climb Sigiriya ahead of the crowds and while it was still relatively cool. Rising dramatically from the central plains, the UNESCO-protected ruins of this 5th-century 'Sky Fortress' are one of Sri Lanka's major attractions and an impressive feat of engineering skill.

We set off after a leisurely wander around the town seeing the gentle bustle of the great country. Sri Lanka is a much calmer beast than India, its people are smiling, courteous, helpful and have a wicked sense of humour. At one street food stall we stopped for a vegetable roti (really well spiced and not hot….but with a ‘ball burning’ aubergine chutney to go with it) and fresh coconut milk.

Travelling towards Giritale today, we stopped to view the magnificent Standing Buddha of Aukana, which reaches twelve metres high. Sculpted in the fifth century by a master craftsman, it's still relatively isolated in its jungle setting and as with many of the places visited so far was not crowded with tourists.

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Those who are expecting a detailed and educational travelogue may benefit from a spoiler alert and warning…….I am not Marcel Proust! Hopefully you will get a flavour of the island, its colours and culture and if there is an occasional laugh or giggle then that is a bonus.

Both restless and relentlessly curious, Nigel Buckland is the epitome of a traveller, in the gratifyingly anachronistic manner of Eric Newby and Wilfred Thesiger.

As the prospect of snow, howling winds and sheeting rain continuing to batter the UK, the lure of sunshine, stunning beaches and stimulating new cultures beckons. With a myriad of destinations from Mauritius to Mexico offering long haul packages and, closer to home, the Canaries, the Algarve and Cyprus vying for business, choices are driven by time and budget constraints.

Our consumer rights expert has advised passengers whose journeys were delayed by Storm Goretti to exercise their rights if they have been left out of pocket.

Airports may feel permanently chaotic, but travel experts say there’s one day that consistently flies under the radar — and it isn’t the weekend.

Group Editor Andrew Palmer returns to his beloved Portuguese coastal retreat, where fishing village charm meets cosmopolitan sophistication—and discovers why some places improve with every visit As the train pulls away from Lisbon's Cais do Sodré station, I settle into what has become a ritual journey westward along Portugal's Atlantic coast.

Grand Brasserie Restaurant in New York City Redefining French Elegance in Grand Central Terminal In a city where dining experiences are as iconic as its skyline, Grand Brasserie restaurant offers something rare: timeless French sophistication served within the architectural majesty of Grand Central Terminal's Vanderbilt Hall.

With the cost of living being the biggest concern for Brits, many people are cutting back on holidays due to rising prices for essentials. But with many people still seeing holidays as an important part of their lives a former air stewardess has shared her advice so people can still enjoy that all-important break. You can still get great deals if they follow some simple rules.

Is a walking break in the Peak District in December a sensible idea, or just a triumph of optimism over common sense? The days are short, the weather can turn on you without warning, and the romance of winter walking often looks better in theory than in practice. But sometimes you get lucky. We did.

Daish’s Holidays, an independent family-owned coach holiday company, is busy decking the halls of what promises to be a busy festive season. With guests booked in across the company’s 11 hotels, including the Esplanade Hotel in Scarborough, the company is looking forward to this year’s much-loved Tinsel & Turkey, Christmas, and Twixmas breaks.

The allure of Scotland, with its shimmering lochs, vast tracts of golden beaches, majestic castles and celebrated cities, makes it a dynamic destination for long and short breaks. With 94 of the country’s 900 diverse islands inhabited, Scotland is brimming with a tapestry of civilizations and discoveries dating back to the First Century AD with the arrival of the Romans.

A five-star campsite in Northumberland is celebrating after being named the UK’s most dog-friendly at the 2025 DogFriendly Awards. Herding Hill Farm Camping and Glamping Site, near Haltwhistle, won the award for best Camping and Caravanning site at the ceremony in London.

Laos and Cambodia are neighbouring countries in South East Asia who share rich cultural heritages, war torn histories, and the mighty Mekong river whose delta is known as the ‘Rice Bowl’ of Asia.