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CNNA 75-hour luxury train ride through the heart of Australia’s outback
The Ghan is one of the longest train journeys in the world, spanning 1,851 miles and multiple climate zones, from tropical Darwin in Australia’s “top end” to the lush hills of Adelaide on the southern Indian Ocean. Here’s what it’s like to experience it.
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South Korea's tourism, soft power gains, at risk from extended political crisis
SEOUL (Reuters) -From plastic surgery clinics to tour firms and hotel chains, South Korea's hospitality sector is wary of the potential impact of a protracted political crisis, as some overseas travellers cancel trips following last week's brief bout of martial law. South Korea's travel and tourism industry, which generated 84.7 trillion won ($59.1 billion) in 2023, around 3.8% of GDP, has held up through previous bumps in the road, including a 2016 presidential impeachment and periodic tensions with North Korea. But more than a dozen hospitality and administrative sources said the army's involvement in the latest political crisis was a serious development that could deter leisure and business travel, when the sector is approaching a full recovery in visitor numbers, which stood at 97% of pre-COVID levels as of October.
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My husband and I flew 15 hours in economy. Bidding on a 'bubble' seat made the long flight bearable.
Our 15 hours flying in economy was better because we bought an extra seat by bidding on a "bubble" seat to get more space.
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The world's best Northern Lights destinations, including one in the UK
Feeling inspired by the recent displays in the UK? Check out these spots to see the natural light show at its most vivid and spectacular
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Overtourism has hit Santa’s village, say Finnish locals
Tourism is booming in the Finnish town of Rovaniemi, known as the home of Santa Claus. However, not everyone is happy about the onslaught of Christmas visitors.
- Country Living
This dream trip explores the Scottish Highlands by steam train and boat
For a steam train ride through Scotland, look no further than the Jacobite and an exclusive holiday which includes Ben Nevis and Fort William.
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Tokyo on two wheels: Why you should experience Japan’s busiest city by bike
Away from Tokyo’s city centre crowds, Annabel Grossman slows down to discover Japan’s quiet backstreets, hipster neighbourhoods and crowd-free temples
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Spanish tourism industry threaten to take government to court over ‘very damaging’ registration system
‘Hotels are not police stations’ says Spanish tourism association boss
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MPs set to question airline CEOs on carry-on baggage fees
Four airline CEOs will face questions about carry-on baggage fees when they appear before of the House of Commons transport committee today.Earlier this month, Air Canada announced plans to eliminate complimentary carry-on luggage from its cheapest tickets on some flights. WestJet made a similar move earlier this year.Porter, Flair and Sunwing — which was bought by WestJet in 2023 — charge passengers an extra fee for carry-on luggage.Airlines that have eliminated free carry-on baggage on their l
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What Is 'Mystery Travel'? This Unusual Trend Might Be For You.
Travel experts break down this growing industry movement and what you should consider before you attempt this kind of trip.
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L.A. City Council backs $30 minimum wage for hotel and LAX workers in 2028
Workers struggling with higher expenses called the wage proposal a matter of survival. Business owners warned they would scale back operations or shut down.
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The least environmentally friendly cruise companies ranked – with passenger favourites near bottom
Hurtigurten came out on top while Carnival brands ended up at the bottom
- Cinema Online
Grace Wong reveals pregnancy in stunning Santorini announcement
The former TVB actress shares that she and husband will be welcoming a baby after eight years of marriage
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Thai masseuse tells her side of story after singer’s death linked to ‘neck-twisting’ massage
Autopsy confirms Chayada Prao-hom, 20, died due to sepsis, fungal infection, and swollen spinal cord
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Inside Assad's abandoned home: Damning documents, wedding photos and children's notes
This was clearly where the dictator's British-born wife Asma loved to be, her inner sanctum where she stored her treasures. The looters had got there first, the place was ransacked, but in Asma's personal storage room and boudoir, the floor was covered with countless boxes for jewellery, antiques and designer goods. Among them bank records in Asma's maiden name, for staggering sums of money.
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Elizabeth Hurley reveals Hugh Grant’s response when he saw her in ‘that dress’ for the first time
Hurley was an unknown name when she appeared at the 1994 premiere for ‘Four Weddings and a Funeral’
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2 Vietnamese police officials sexually attacked young women on visit to New Zealand, authorities say
New Zealand authorities have “no doubt” that two Vietnamese officials sexually attacked two young female servers at a restaurant during a visit to the country, but were unable to charge the men before they returned to Vietnam, police said Thursday. Vietnam and New Zealand do not have an extradition treaty so the alleged attackers cannot be forced to face charges. One of the women said they were attacked at a restaurant in Wellington in March days before Vietnamese Prime Minister Phạm Minh Chính was due to visit New Zealand.
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Boy, 5, stuck in 150ft well for three days declared dead after being pulled out
He was pulled out after a 56-hour rescue operation
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Gingrich: Xi attending Trump inauguration would be ‘signal to the planet’
Former House Speaker Newt Gingrich (R-Ga.) responded to President-elect Trump’s invitation to Chinese President Xi Jinping to attend Inauguration Day in January, saying his acceptance would send a global “signal.” “Look, I think Trump believes in constant offense, constant momentum, keeping things going forward,” Gingrich told Fox New’s Jesse Watters in an interview Wednesday. “I…
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Bloody siege ends Myanmar army control of western border
Insurgents seized Myanmar's border with Bangladesh in one of the bloodiest battles of the civil war.