Why Africa’s Mount Kenya risks becoming as polluted as Kilimanjaro, as access to its peaks is made easier for visitors

None of us has succumbed to altitude sickness but members of the few climbing parties below us don’t seem to have been so fortunate; some are throwing up violently. A morning view of Nelion, the second highest peak of Mount Kenya at 5,188 metres, from Point Lenana. Photo: Kang-Chun Cheng It takes nearly three days … Read more

Should you tip waiting staff more at Christmas? Etiquette expert recommends DOUBLING tips over the festive period (as study shows the older people get, the less they give)

By Jessica Hamilton Published: 14:03 GMT, 20 December 2023 | Updated: 14:03 GMT, 20 December 2023 Britons are by their very nature quite cautious with restaurant tips. But an etiquette expert is advising them to loosen up over the festive period and be more generous. In fact, he recommends doubling the amount they’d normally offer.   … Read more

The world’s least polluted city is an ideal destination for British expats | Travel News | Travel

Pollution is a major problem around the globe. Air pollution can increase people’s risk of developing heart disease, lung cancer and respiratory problems. While many British expats choose to move abroad for a new career opportunity or better quality of life, clean air is a major plus. According to data from the team at SmartAir, … Read more

Airport Ground Handling Services Market Report 2024

DUBLIN, Dec. 20, 2023 /PRNewswire/ — The “Airport Ground Handling Services Market Report 2024-2034” report has been added to  ResearchAndMarkets.com’s offering. World revenue for the Airport Ground Handling Services Market will surpass US$40.7 billion in 2024, with strong revenue growth through to 2034.  Increasing Air Travel Demand: A Catalyst for Growth The surge in air travel … Read more

Best and worst days for air travel this holiday season – Daily News

Laurie Baratti | (TNS) TravelPulse Christmas is just around the corner and, yes, you probably should have booked your flights months ago, but, hey, you might be among those who are still weighing their options. Or, perhaps you’re one of those who’ve already booked their tickets and simply want to know what to expect upon … Read more

Inside the UK holiday home you can rent for the night with all your mates – and has its own Irish pub and Tiki bar

IF YOU fancy a getaway with a twist, then you’ll be buzzing at the chance to spend a night inside a holiday home that comes with its very own pub. Set in Rushton Spencer in Staffordshire, Chalet Du Lac has incredible views overlooking Rudyard Lake. 6 Chalet Du Lac has incredible views overlooking Rudyard LakeCredit: … Read more

Once a backpacker hot spot, how China’s Yangshuo has succumbed to mass-market domestic tourism – though some holdouts from its ‘cooler’ past remain

“I’d guess that over 50 per cent of establishments along West Street were foreign-run when I first showed up,” says Scott Spencer, who visited in 2002 but settled in 2003, during the 2002-04 Sars outbreak, a precursor to the Covid-19 pandemic. Karst mountains rise above the town of Yangshuo on the Li River. Photo: Shutterstock … Read more

SF billionaire donates massive gift to combat ‘scary’ Hawaii situation

A San Francisco tech billionaire known for giving substantial donations to a Bay Area children’s hospital and local schools is now assisting Hawaii in its housing crisis. Marc Benioff, CEO of Salesforce, and his wife Lynne, a well-known philanthropist, recently announced a donation of 282 acres to the nonprofit Hawaii Island Community Development Corporation (HICDC). The … Read more

Wish you weren’t here? World’s most dangerous countries to visit in 2024 – including South Sudan, Libya and Afghanistan – are revealed in new interactive global security map

South Sudan, Libya and Afghanistan are among the most dangerous countries on earth to visit in 2024, it has been revealed. That’s according to an annual interactive map that shows where travellers are most likely to face security threats based on the risk of political violence, social unrest, violent and petty crimes and, this year, … Read more

Four ways to make Christmas travel ‘as smooth as possible’ this holiday season | Travel News | Travel

Christmas is meant to be a time to put your feet up and relax, but travelling during the holidays can sometimes make you dread the festive season.  Whether you are driving, taking a train or flying, this time of year is incredibly busy and it can be easy for things to go wrong if you … Read more