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African cities are seeing a significant increase in searches as they are revealed as one of the most trending destinations for 2025.Data suggests Brits are craving big adventures and long-distance holidays this summer.Kayak's travel experts analyzed flight searches on the site and found that eight of the top 10 trending destinations for summer 2025 are outside of Europe.Zimbabwe saw a 93% year-on-year increase in flight searches to its capital, Harare.Also on the list is Johannesburg, South Africa. The city increased by 62%.The average return economy flight price is £767.Kayaking suggests that Brits are keen on surfing in South Africa.Surfing waves…

During a recent visit, David Leaf discovered that Slough, Berkshire, where he spent his childhood in the 1960s, has changed dramatically over the years.He found deserted shopping streets, empty rooms, the smell of marijuana everywhere, and scary public toilets.The town's reputation has fallen into disrepair, with a national newspaper naming it Britain's ugliest town in 2023, and last year a poll by property website Rightmove named it Britain's most miserable town.David spoke to local people including John Hughes, 67, who has run a baked potato stall on the High Street for the past 34 years.Mr Hughes made the shocking observation…

This article was created by National Geographic Traveler (UK).It's almost sunset and the cave district on the hill of Sacromonte is just starting to stir. The summer heat that had been suffocating Granada all day began to lift like a weighted blanket. The scent of a wizard's head hangs in the breeze, and the echoes of the shaded plaza echo with the meowing of cats and the cries of children's play. Walking down the steep cobblestone streets filters out different sounds. A classical guitar pluck comes through the open door of a hillside house.”Sacromonte has its own magic,” says guitarist…

The tropical paradise of the Solomon Islands is a familiar place for sightseeing. But now, visitors are rushing to the island for very unusual reasons.The Cruise Ship MS World Discoverer was stranded in the Solomon Islands of the South Pacific in 2000, near the golden sandy beach, which is still popular with excursions. Since then, the ship has been rusted and rotten in the shallow waters of Rodelick, and has become an eerie sight popular with so -called “dark tourists”.Dark tourism includes visiting places related to death, tragedy, and other miserable events. It may look eerie, but many destinations, such…

Caton's Farrier Pub featured on Channel 4's Four in a Bed and served great food (Image: Google)A spectacular rainbow hangs over our cozy new home for the weekend, setting the tone for an idyllic Friday night. With juicy steaks sizzling on the barbecue, plenty of glasses of wine and Glastonbury hymns playing on the TV, you'll find yourself in a well-run Caton Village caravan and motorhome on the picturesque North Yorkshire coast. Our getaway to the club campground couldn't have been more perfect.The accommodation we chose was one of the site's luxury glamping options, rather than a caravan or motorhome.…

In recent years, Albania has become famous as a great destination for the Maldives. This can be a fairly expensive holiday, especially if you're traveling with family or during peak times.”Europe's Maldives” is a much cheaper option and, despite its inflated reputation, remains a relatively unoccupied pass destination.Flights from London Luton to Albania's capital Tirana cost just £14.99 when flying with Wizz Air, and hotel rooms in the city start from £20 per night, but if you're looking for something a little more upmarket or Can be a little expensive. Visited during peak hours.Albania's communist regime was cut off from…

The four seaside towns in the UK, which once prospered, have four shops empty, so local people have come to be called “melancholy.” (Image: Getty)Considering the seaside town in the UK, I think of the beaches on the sandy beach, the smell of fish and chips in the air, the crowds of people desperate to find the best place in the sun, and of course ice cream.Most of the seaside towns in the UK offer more, but we don't know if Kent's seaside town, Lamb's Gate, can be said to be the same.As a local, I visited Rams Gate many…

If you love all comprehensive vacation, you probably already think about your summer vacation package -but some areas are more valuable than other areas.Which research from? It turns out that the holiday price has risen by destroying 4.2 % inflation on average compared to 2024, but hot spots on the two holidays have fallen against this trend, and the price is next. Ideal for holidays.The first is Ibiza, and the price has fallen by 1,187 pounds per person to 1,187 pounds per person, saving about 162 pounds per couple.Other areas in Spain are against overall trends. In Costa Drada, the…

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World Bank praises Kumasi Bus Rapid Transit (BRT) project The World Bank has hailed the Kumasi Bus Rapid Transit (BRT) project as an important initiative with the potential to alleviate traffic congestion, reduce unemployment and stimulate regional economic growth.This strong support came from the World Bank Vice President for West and Central Africa, Osmane Diagana, during a recent visit to the project site and meeting with the Asantehene, Otumfuo Osei Tutu II.Extensive visits to sites allocated for the project and courtesy calls from the World Bank, Ashanti Regional Transport Coordination Director, KMA Transport Unit and other stakeholders put things in…