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On Newport’s Cliff Walk, ‘love locks’ may not be forever

They say the whole world loves a lover, but in Newport, Rhode Island, at least, not everyone is fond of the so-called "love locks" that sweethearts are leaving along the resort city's famed...

Discovering the fjords of New Zealand on the Milford Track

This legendary hike is the most famous in New Zealand and has been captivating enthusiasts for more than 100 years. From fjords to mountains, this beautiful landscape will seduce even the most...

Travellers spend billions each year on WiFi and roaming

The Business Traveler Connectivity Cost Index shows that those of us needing to use smartphones, tablets and PCs while on the move are collectively wasting US$1.33 billion (RM5.04 billion) a year...

New cruise law proposes better detection of passengers who fall overboard

US lawmakers are pushing for the increased protection of vacationers at sea in a new bill that calls for everything from improved onboard medical care to sea marshals and better video...

Swiss Air takes luxury to new heights

From January, when its new Boeing 777-300ERs join its long-haul fleet, Swiss Air will become the first airline to offer passengers a host of industry firsts. Chief among them will be the...

Palatial resort in India named world’s best hotel 2015

The world’s best hotel for 2015 is a palatial resort fit for a maharaja, built on the edge of a fairy tale lake in Western India. Coronated with the illustrious title by readers of Travel +...

Kyoto named world’s best city 2015 by Travel + Leisure magazine

For the second year in a row, Kyoto, Japan – a city that could be described as the antithesis to the bustling energy of Tokyo – has been voted the world’s best city by readers of Travel + Leisure...

New additions to Unesco’s list of World Heritage sites

The UN's cultural body conferred world heritage status on a number of new sites this weekend. Here is a list of some of the new additions. France: Champagne and Burgundy vineyards The...

London’s iconic buses go electric

In October the English capital will become the world's first city with public transport routes covered by fully-electric battery powered double-decker buses. There are already a number of...

New Qatar mall to equal the size of 50 football fields

More details have emerged on a new luxury mall set to open in Doha, Qatar that will feature the biggest 3D Imax theatre in the world. Set to open its doors in 2016, Mall of Qatar will become...

New runway recommended for London Heathrow airport

Britain should build a third runway at London Heathrow airport to ease congestion, a government-appointed commission recommended on Wednesday despite opposition from environmentalists and London...

Photos now allowed during White House tours

The White House on Wednesday lifted a 40-year ban on visitors taking photos, and much-prized selfies, on tours of 1600 Pennsylvania Avenue. Tourists to "the People's House" on Wednesday were...

Malaysia ranks 5th in world’s most connected travellers

It seems that Chinese and Thai consumers are the most tech-savvy travellers in the world after a survey found that 65% of respondents from both countries use their mobile device to book or plan...

Qatar Airways ups frequencies on Doha-KL route

Qatar Airways will increase flight frequency to Kuala Lumpur from Doha to 24 times weekly from its current 21 times beginning July 2, 2015 until August 29, 2015. "This will help to fulfill busy...

Tourist captures Eiffel Tower engagement, launches search for mystery couple

An international man – and woman – hunt has been launched for a couple who got engaged at the top of the Eiffel Tower last month. It happened on the summer solstice. As California tourist Jen...

Survey reveals most popular dream destinations

Australia is the most popular bucket list destination and the fastest-growing place of interest for wealthy travellers flush with cash, according to the results of a new survey. After asking...

JetBlue introduces checked bag fee

JetBlue joins the majority of US airlines as it implements the policy of charging a fee for checked luggage. JetBlue airlines has changed its pricing policy. Now, customers who purchase a...

Cheapest and most expensive cities for beer

In a new index that ranks the cheapest – and most expensive – cities for beer-chugging, budget backpackers and travellers, Krakow, Poland and Kiev, Ukraine have emerged the best destinations for...

‘Hunger Games’ exhibit starts tour in New York City

Gird your loins, Hunger Games fans: A new exhibit showcasing the props and costumes featured in the cinematic franchise could be coming to a city near you. “The Hunger Games: The Exhibition”...

Londoners dream of swimming in the River Thames

Work to build an open-air pool on the River Thames in central London could start this year as more Britons dip their toes into the waters of outdoor swimming. "Thousands of people would love to...