Tips & advice

Drinking is a bit part of the fun of holidays for some travellers.

Opinion

I used to enjoy a tipple (or three) while on holidays. Not any more

A big part of the fun of travel for me was drinking. Now I’m part of the “no-lo” movement and I’ve never enjoyed travelling more.

by Julietta Jameson

Beach and island holidays

Paradise found: The world’s seven most beautiful islands named

They say beauty is in the eye of the beholder, but surely not when it comes to islands. Here are some of the best.

Opinion

When it comes to bed bugs, not even luxury hotels are safe. I should know

If you’re about to go to Europe amid the current bed bug invasion – or anywhere, really – this strategy might save you from bringing back an unwanted souvenir.

by Lee Tulloch

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Ocean cruises

How to travel on a luxury ship for half the price

Want to try a new cruise line or sample the high life on a luxury ship at below regular cost? A repositioning cruise might bag you a bargain-price holiday.

by Brian Johnston

Some younger travellers apparently have problems sharing hostels with older guests.

Opinion

Who’s the creepy old guy staying in a backpacker hostel? It’s me

Do young people secretly hate older travellers staying in backpacker hostels? A recent viral TikTok indicates the answer might be yes.

by Ben Groundwater

Djemaa el Fna square has been largely unaffected by the earthquake.

Tripologist

When is it OK to return to a country following a disaster?

The recent earthquake in Morocco has shattered villages and taken thousands of lives. Money is what’s needed to rebuild but how soon is too soon to return?