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Travel blogger allegedly gang-raped on holiday, husband threatened with death
Claudia Trotman Audience Reporter, Liam Buckler Senior News Reporter and Brigid Brown Reporter 12:56, 16 Oct 2025Updated 12:56, 16 Oct 2025 Vicente and Fernanda. (Image: vueltaalmundoenmoto/Instagram) A travel influencer, who was motorcycling...

Skip the rookie mistakes with these pro Costa Rica travel tips
Costa Rica is one of the most exciting and diverse destinations on the planet. It’s an easy flight from the U.S., but once you land, it feels like you’ve stepped into a completely different world. Think gorgeous rainforests, steamy volcanoes, and...

Top 30 Island Escapes for Winter Travel 2025: Crete Ranks 8th, Travel and Tour World Reveals
NEW YORK (PRNewswire) – Travel and Tour World (TTW), one of the world’s leading B2B travel media platforms unveils the “Top 30 Island Escapes for Winter Travel 2025.” This feature highlights thirty standout islands captivating travelers this...


The exact dates you need to book off in 2026 to get 56 days of holiday
Most of us get 25 days of annual leave if we’re lucky (Picture: Loveholidays) Metro journalists select and curate the products that feature on our site. If you make a purchase via links on this page we will earn commission – learn more The magic...

An Asian city with pleasant temperatures and gorgeous parks has been named the cosiest holiday spot - top 10
Beijing has claimed the top spot as the world's cosiest autumn destination, according to Riviera Travel's 2025 Cosy Travel Index. The Chinese capital scored 627 points, beating New York and San Francisco to first place. The travel operator's...

Strong performance across global markets丨Top 10 destinations by BYD's passenger vehicle shipments (Jan.-Aug. 2025)
According to data compiled by Gasgoo Automotive Research Institute, BYD's overseas passenger vehicle exports (Jan.-Aug. 2025) remain at a high level, with the top 10 destination markets collectively exceeding 440,000 units. The exports cover key...

Spain’s clock change: The hour you gain – and the debate that never ends
Clocks go back this month as Spain marks the end of daylight saving time. Credit : Vera Prokhorova, Shutterstock This month, Spain will once again ‘gain’ an hour – but lose a little patience with a system many say has long outlived its purpose. In...

Influencer 'gang raped by seven men on holiday with husband forced to watch'
15:30, 16 Oct 2025Updated 15:30, 16 Oct 2025 Fernanda suffered a terrible ordeal at the hands of seven men(Image: vueltaalmundoenmoto/Instagram) A travel influencer was brutally gang-raped by seven men while motorbiking around the world with her...

Celebrate Spanish cuisine with a feast of Bomba and Bombón rice dishes
A total of ten local bars and restaurants will offer special menus throughout the nine days of the festival. Pego is a town proud of its rice — so much so that it hosts two Jornades Gastronòmiques de l’Arròs Bomba i Bombó each year, one in summer...

Full list of new travel rules UK tourists need to know this October half term
Jamie Brassington Senior reporter and Milo Boyd Digital Travel Editor and Commercial Content Lead 14:43, 16 Oct 2025Updated 14:44, 16 Oct 2025 Holidaymakers are set to face a host of new tourism regulations(Image: ozgurcankaya via Getty Images)...

The UK city now rivalling London and Edinburgh for foreign visitors - as it's been 'inundated' with big-spending US and Chinese travellers
A compact city in the UK is now rivalling some of the nation's top economic powerhouses thanks to big-spending overseas travellers who have poured into its economy. Tourism in York is on the rise, and city leaders are now aiming to bring in even...

The Fundació Turisme Responsable de Mallorca renews its UN Tourism QUEST certification
UN Tourism has renewed the UN Tourism QUEST certification for the Fundació Turisme Responsable de Mallorca (Spain), recognising the organisation's ongoing commitment to excellence in destination management and governance. The UN Tourism...

Moving from Spain to the UK: The Complete 2025 Guide to International Removals and Customs Procedures
Have you ever thought about moving to the United Kingdom? Either for work, family, and academic reasons, this has become increasingly common among people in Spain. However, moving isn’t just about packing an extra pair of socks — it involves...

Spain and Its Islands at World Travel Market 2025
On behalf of Spain and its islands, below is a summary of some of the key events and opportunities at World Travel Market, London. THE SPANISH TOURIST OFFICE (STO) IN UK Stand Number: N6-210 The Spanish Tourist Office (STO) in the UK is the...
Perham students learning to budget their way to Spain
Some Perham High School students are learning to budget and save. The older Yellowjackets were recently given an opportunity to travel to Spain through the school’s Spanish class. However, they need to pay their way and save $5,000 in the next two...

Final Destination Bloodlines OTT Release: When and Where to Watch the Supernatural Horr...
The sixth installment of the popular American supernatural horror franchise, Final Destination: Bloodlines, is now available for streaming. After its theatrical release in May 2025, the film was released on OTT platforms, making it accessible for...

Jet2 announces two new routes from Manchester Airport including island destination
The beach at Greve de Leq, a popular tourist location on the north coast in Jersey(Image: Getty Images) Jet2 is launching two new routes from Manchester Airport as part of its Summer 2027 programme including an island destination where Brits won’t...

PHOTO REEL: Spanish Galleon Andalucia visits Pembrokeshire
Jeremy Martineau, Honorary Secretary of North Pembrokeshire Trade and Tourism, was part of the team instrumental in securing the visit and was "absolutely thrilled" to welcome El Galeón Andalucía to Fishguard Harbour. "The remarkable ship [was]...

Spain joins EU drive to regulate holiday lets
If adopted, these measures could reshape how cities balance tourism and housing needs. Photo credit: Josu Ozkaritiz/Shutterstock The European Commission is preparing new rules targeting short-term rentals such as those on Airbnb and Booking.com,...