Author: overtheborders

The British doctor's holiday in Sri Lanka became a nightmare when his girlfriend woke him up in the middle of the night and was convinced that there was an intruder in their room.To his utter disgust, turning on the lights, he discovers not an intruder, but a large rat like a small cat lurking in a gorgeous hotel room.Doctor and YouTuber Kiran Morjaria shared a horrifying encounter with 32,000 Tiktok followers, and by shattering bones, she shared the story to make her want to keep the lights up at night on her future vacation.Although initially dismissing the fear of his…

People planning to visit Spain or already participating have been issued warnings with authorities urging them to be “very careful.” Spain is the most popular destination for British travelers, with millions of people from the UK traveling to Spain every year.Industry experts predict that international travel will be extremely busy this summer, with millions expected to visit Spain in the coming months. Anyone visiting Spain or trying to visit has been given a warning this weekend.Previous updates to Twitter X have been updated from the official statements of the Spanish Civil Protection and Emergency Bureau, saying that the risk of…

In its 2025 Trends Report Ready '25, global travel technology company Expedia identified what is known as the “Hotel Restaurant Renaissance.” In other words, they don't just book a place to sleep. They reserve a place to eat. Six months later, they were clearly in something. Hotel restaurants around the world have won Michelin stars, attract new culinary talents, design unforgettable experiences (the kind that fly around the world), and become their own destinations. “It's almost impossible to choose an example,” says Antoinette Turner, general manager of South Africa's flight centres. “A global renaissance is underway where hotels are digging…

Focused on the spectacular turquoise waters, the water park has added a new thrill to its “Ultimate Summer Slide Experience.” The much-anticipated Rajeffer boasts a “touristic centerpiece” that allows families to “slip, slide and splash” in the sun-drenched waters of Lake St Andrews, Kent's largest aqua park.Opened on June 13th, St Andrews is a 70-acre spread of clear spring-covered waters, a resort that can't fall outside of the Mediterranean area, with plenty of floating obstacles, slides, jumping platforms and splashing zones. Deducing its name from Spanish terms for female leaders, La Jeffer has been translated into a male boss alongside…

Leadership appointments strengthen Pullman's commitment to inclusive excellence and premium leisure travel experiences Pullman Cape Town is proud to announce the appointment of Thutukile Moloto as new general manager. A veteran leader with global qualifications and local roots, she returned to Saudi Arabia nearly two years later and served as Cindara, Cindara, Marriott International, part of the Neommega Project in Tabuk Province, Saudi Arabia. Her return marks a strong “return” for growing hospitality talent, and demonstrates Pullman Cape Town's comprehensive leadership and continued investment in world-class guest experiences. Improve your leisure travel experience Pullman Cape Town, South Africa's first Pullman…

Accor (www.group.accor.com), the world's leading hospitality group, has announced the signature of Novotel Victoria Falls, a landmark project set within Victoria Falls. The agreement, signed between Future Hospitality Summit (FHS) Africa, marks Akor's market entry into Zimbabwe, leverages the advantages of FirstMovers in one of Africa's most iconic destinations, highlighting the group's commitment to pioneering development in emerging markets.The 111 Key new building property, set to open in 2028, will be developed under a management agreement with the Eagle Real Estate Investment Trust, a development REIT focusing on high-quality assets across the tourism, hospitality, health, retail and housing sectors.Located within…

At a groundbreaking conference in Lagos, South African Consulate General, led by Dr. Bobby Moroe, expressed support for the launch of the Nigeria South African Air Exchange Programme, a strategic initiative designed to build, develop careers and strengthen cooperation in the African aviation sector. This pilot exchange programme was the first major step under the Nigerian South Africa Air Forum and was founded by aviation advocate Toni Ukkachuk. It is run by the Aviators Management Academy and supported by Walk for Love Africa, an NGO focused on capacity building and socioeconomic development in the travel and tourism sector. The programme…

After seven years of living in Benidorm, Britt issued a “serious warning” to visitors after getting caught up with the police. Harry Tockey was stopped and searched by the police as he was filming content live for his Virgin Tiktok channel, which he called a “very strange” experience.Tiktoker said he was told to clean up the phone. This said he was caught all while he was broadcast live before he followed the police. He urged Britons to be cautious and safe at Benidorm, a popular tourist spot, and last year reported the second highest drug trafficking rate in Alicante.In a…

India's Aircraft Accident Investigation Bureau (AAIB) has not yet decided whether flight data and cockpit audio recorders for Air India flights that crashed last Thursday will be sent overseas for decoding and analysis.At least 270 passengers were killed when the London-bound Boeing 787-8 Dreamliner crashed less than a minute after taking off from Ahmedabad Airport in western India.Some media reports that black boxes have been sent overseas, but the Ministry of Civil Aviation has made it clear that no final decision has been made.The ministry said the AAIB will determine the location of the analysis after “a justified assessment of…

Many holiday makers jump to unleash and enjoy their nightlife. Beachside bars are often a popular choice for evening tipples. However, on a recent trip to the Spanish city of Valencia, she was somewhat overwhelmed by the city's after-dark offerings.Known on Instagram as @ChelsieElf, Chelsie regularly shares travel videos with her 12,500 followers, documenting her remote experiences. In one of her latest posts, you can see her wandering around Valencia, visibly surprised by the lack of a bustling bar and lively nightlife.The caption accompanying the video reads, “When you're reading the news and heading to Valencia and hoping for an…