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Despite the UK's reputation for attractive coastal escapes, one of its famous beaches has landed on the global list for all the wrong reasons. Ranked among the world's most overrated beaches, this popular sandy spot has attracted criticism from British and international visitors. Cloudwards experts have analyzed TripAdvisor reviews of the 200 most popular beaches in the world. Describing their research, they filtered reviews using complaints-related keywords such as “dirty”, “overcrowded”, “long cue”, “noise”, and “confusion”, and looked at how often they applied to each beach to calculate “complaint scores.” Bournemouth Beach is the top five in this undesirable ranking.…

Unlock Editor's Digest Lock for FreeFT editor Roula Khalaf will select your favorite stories in this weekly newsletter.The Air India flight to London Gatwick crashed in Ahmedabad, western India shortly after takeoff, with 242 people on board.Air India said the people on the Boeing 787-8 aircraft include 169 Indian citizens, 53 British citizens, seven Portuguese and Canadians. There were also 10 cabin crews and 2 pilots.Indian government officials said there were 209 confirmed deaths, including those on the ground when the plane crashed.According to the Blightradar24, the Boeing 787-8 Dreamliner was over a decade old. This added that after reaching…

I visited Albafeira with my toddler and my partner (Image: Liam McKinnerny)I'm now back from a memorable family holiday at the picturesque coastal resort of Albafeira. It was everything I wanted – from sandy beaches to various activities that make the sunlight shine.However, I was lucky enough to get home safely with my partner and daughter, but not everyone was that lucky. During my stay, two British people lost their lives, and then people call the area just a night party town.Greg Monks, 38, was found dead after disappearing on the first night of Stag Do's celebration. He attempted to…

Holiday packaging? Whether you head to the beach, bushes, or abroad, the last thing you want is to get your guard out to one of the little surprises of life. Most of us remember the chargers, swimsuits, and the usual things. However, you should not overlook it as there are some compact and useful items that can become an absolute lifesaver when it matters. Shaun Lamont, managing director of First Group Hotels and Resorts, is unfamiliar with travel. “Smart packaging means maximizing the versatility of your chosen item,” he advises. “Including some cleverly selected articles that serve multiple purposes allows…

Embraer (NYSE: ERJ/B3: EMBR3) has published a report on undeveloped possibilities to enhance air connections within Africa. The comprehensive study highlights the key role of improving air travel in promoting economic growth and development across the African continent, and was presented today at the Aviadev Conference held in Zanzibar. According to the International Air Transport Association (IATA), Africa accounts for 18% of the world's population, despite accounting for 18% of the world's population, but with less than 3% of the global GDP and only 2.1% of global passenger and cargo traffic. This disparity is fundamental to the continent's limited area…

The British vacation director was totally surprised by the empty price of McDonald's meals during his vacation in Turkey. He took him to Tiktok, a traveler known as M-Gy, and expressed his distrust at Antarya Airport at the expense of fast food.Expressing her disappointment, she branded the price as “silly” considering she thought the food would not serve the normal thing compared to what you could find at McDonald's in the UK. In a video that quickly went viral in Tiktok, Msy detailed her expensive experience, saying, “What can I say? MacDonald's at Antarya Airport – crazy price. They cost…

Air India Flight, on its way to London, carrying 242 passengers and crew, crashed earlier today shortly after taking off from Ahmedabad, the western city of Guajarat, India. Here's what we know so far about crashes: Timeline: According to air tracker Flightradar24, the Boeing 787-8 Dreamliner Air India Flight 171 departed from Ahmedabad International Airport at its destination at London Gatwick Airport (4:08am (ET)) local time (4:38pm (4:08am). The aircraft's signal was lost less than a minute at an altitude of 625 feet. @cnn Social media videos show flames and thick smoke swirl through the air as the Air India…

The Air India Boeing 787 Dreamliner plane, which has at least 242 people on board, crashed on Thursday morning in a densely populated residential area near the airport on the edge of Ahmedabad, the western Indian city of Ahmedabad. Later on Thursday, the local police chief in Ahmedabad said at least 204 bodies had been recovered. Local rescuers recovered 30 to 35 bodies from the building that was attacked by the aircraft, Reuters reported. Ani, India's top news agency, reported that there was one survivor and that Ahmedabad Police Chief GS Malik had quoted it. “Police have found one survivor…

Tenby Bay, Wales (Image: Tamasgabor via Getty Images)With a perfect blend of stunning natural scenery, tanned sandy beaches, leisure activities and modern eateries, tourists are no surprises to flock to Tenby. It has been a favorite for those seeking a typical British seaside holiday.It boasts four beautiful beaches within the central stone throw, charming cobblestone streets reminiscent of those found in the French Riviera and Italy, and picturesque arrangements of bright houses. During the summer rush, you will find a queue coming out through the doors of local haunts. And then it's not surprising. He claims high score bragging rights…

Home » AIRLINE NEWS » How the Recent Air India Crash Is Raising Serious Questions About Safety in the Aviation Sector? Thursday, June 12, 2025The devastating crash of Air India Flight 171 on June 12, 2025, has sparked a global reckoning over the true state of airline safety, not because it involved an old, neglected aircraft—but precisely because it didn’t. The tragedy unfolded aboard a Boeing 787 Dreamliner, one of the industry’s most modern and celebrated jets, highlighting that even next-generation aircraft are not immune to failure when systemic cracks in maintenance, pilot training, regulatory oversight, and operational pressure are…