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Places like Spain, France and Italy are always popular with British tourists, but there are as many gorgeous places in the UK as they rival. If you don't pay for your flight, staying will save you serious cash and have a great break.Staycation experts at HolidayCottages.co.uk revealed a pick for the UK beach “Destination Dupes.” Cornwall's Pauson Beach is reminiscent of a tropical paradise.This beautiful beach is surrounded by towering cliffs and offers a peaceful retreat from the wind and a scenic backdrop that enhances its secluded, calm atmosphere. Finally, the sunny waters on the beach are perfect for swimming,…

Santorini and Mykonos may outweigh the bucket list of all travel influencers, but for many vacationers, the reality is far less idyllic. From the packed beaches and two-hour dinner queues and shoulder-to-shoulder crowds to swaying with the views of the sunset, these once-Greek gems became victims of their own popularity.With a record number of tourists visiting Greece in 2024, these iconic islands are currently struggling under the weight of popular tourism. But thankfully, Greece's charm can still be found on other quiet islands that have not been ruined by overtourism.Searches for “hidden Greek destinations” have skyrocketed in recent months. Savvy…

The once thriving mess of Durban, South Africa, stands today as an unforgettable memory of abandoned infrastructure. What was previously an important transport hub that welcomed millions of tourists every year has been transformed into a desolate ghost town. This dramatic transformation reflects how quickly even the most important facilities can fall into unused use when new alternatives emerge. Durban's international gateway ascends and falls Founded in 1951, Rooibosa International Airport established itself as South Africa's third busiest aviation centre. By 2007, the facility still handled around 4.4 million passengers a year, indicating an important role in the country's transportation…

The Turkish British holidaymaker curses the “shocking” reality of her travels and is now taking her to social media to prevent her travel experience.Solo traveler Susanna shared a video of Mamaris' harsh environment with Tiktok. However, that wasn't the only problem she had as she branded the resort as “Rip Off.”Susanna shared footage of the pessimistic weather when she captioned.She then shared footage of her day and showed off her wet streets and hotel pools. “It's not shocking to me at Marmaris and it's getting worse by that day,” she said.Warning – Explicit language of Tiktok videos below, viewer discretion…

The footage was posted on social media, showing hotel workers removing towels left in their sunbeds Holiday Maker. In a video posted to Tiktok, staff collects towels and lounger towels that appear to have been left by cheeky guests trying to book a spot in the sun at the hotel's pool. The clip has been viewed over 40,000 times and encourages over 7,000 comments.It shows the worker walking past the sun lounger after picking up a brightly colored beach towel until the sun lounger is loaded into his arms. At some point in the 30-second clip, the man can be…

The new family tent at Governor's Camp will be ready by June 1st this year. Covered by Riverine Forest, five spacious tents offering spectacular views throughout the Open Plains, replacing the original eight eight, providing increased privacy and comfort. The two units are wheelchair friendly, have lamps and support grab rails for guests with mobility challenges. Each family tent has a (fixed) double bed on one side and twins on the other side, with the option of adding a third single bed to a larger group. Twin rooms can also be converted to doubles, perfect for sharing two couples. A…

A fatal crash of a tourist helicopter in New York City on April 10th has led many people to wonder about the safety of such a tour.Commercial tourist helicopters take visitors and no other tours available: deep into the Grand Canyon, to the hidden waterfalls of Oahu mountains above New York, offering breathtaking views with adrenaline doses.The tour is popular. Tourism helicopters are part of the multi-million dollar industry in the US. According to the Economic Development Corporation, in New York alone, the city's helipads create a “total economic impact” of $78 million a year.However, tourist helicopters can operate under…

Inayat-ur-Rahman, Business EditorThe UAE is a magnet for global tourists and a safe haven for investors. Gulf Today shares the candid views, announcements and expansion plans of the exhibitors during ATM on Thursday.Hyatt shares that its UAE portfolio of hotels and resorts are showing rising travel demand trends across the summer, reinforcing the country’s appeal as a year-round travel hotspot for international and regional visitors.The company saw an occupancy percentage growth of almost 20% across Hyatt branded hotels in the UAE in August 2024, compared to the same period in 2022. Additionally, the pace for summer 2025 bookings signals that…

In Uganda, lodge owners use AI to create vivid wildlife descriptions in five languages. In South Africa, tour operators generate personalized itineraries for diverse travelers in minutes. AI-driven content creation is leading the way across tourism in Africa. A recent tourism survey from ATTA® reveals that 86.7% of African tourism businesses using AI apply it to marketing and content creation, far outweighing other applications. This is no coincidence. In an industry built on storytelling and inspiration, AI-powered content tools address basic business needs while providing the lowest barrier to entry. Creating content is essential Tourism thrives with compelling stories. From…

Every year, new horror stories emerge from unruly tourists who take even more aggressive action to ensure the best place in the pool. In the latest chapter of Sunbed Wars, tourists in Tenerife are caught by Tiktok trying to reserve their spots, even before the beds are released that day.Holiday makers were seen placing their personal belongings directly on the floor in front of the hotel pool in the cracks at dawn to “reserve space.” In a scene called “surre” by fellow tourists, guests from several popular resorts were found with towels, flip-flops and beach bags on the ground before…