4 h. ago European country with no tourists and £30 hotels hailed 'most beautiful place on Earth'

The country received just over 750,000 foreign tourists in 2019, making it one of Europe's most underrated destinations.

Society

8 h. ago Top winter sun destination that’s warm in December and a popular Hollywood filming location

With a flight time of just over three hours from the UK, this European holiday destination has so much history and culture to offer, plus warm weather during the winter months

Culture

8 h. ago Beautiful European holiday destination three hours from UK and still 17ºC in December

Seeking some winter sun? With balmy temperatures even in December and a fascinating history and culture to explore, Malta ticks all the boxes, as our writer discovered

Politics

24 h. ago New research reveals how young people will be the death of traditional beach resort holidays

A traditional family holiday used to involve heading off to a sunny destination and spending time by the beach and pool. But that's dying out, according to new research by Antor.

Events

44 h. ago Driver accused of mowing down five pedestrians in Christmas Day carnage on Shaftesbury Avenue 'tried to kill gay couple in a homophobic attack', court hears

Anthony Gilheaney, 30, is accused of ploughing his car into pedestrians in the early hours of December 25, 2024 - killing 25-year-old Aidan Chapman and seriously injuring four others.

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3 d. ago Driver stuck in truck dangling off icy bridge saved in dramatic rescue

A truck driver was rescued after his cab dangled over an icy bridge for hours following a crash in West Virginia early Tuesday (2 December).

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3 d. ago Where is hot in December? Best holiday destinations for winter sun in 2025

Get much-needed break from the winter gloom in one of these sunny holiday destinations

Politics

3 d. ago The six warmest holiday destinations in Spain for winter sun

You can still enjoy 20C weather on the Iberian peninsula in winter

Events

5 d. ago The world’s top Christmas destination for 2025 isn’t Santa’s hometown — it’s this city in the US

The US destination tops a 30-strong list of Christmas destinations thanks to transforming ‘into a holiday wonderland’ over the festive period

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6 d. ago Foreign Office 'risky' warning for Brits heading to European winter holiday spot

A popular skiing holiday destination could end up unexpectedly costing you thousands of pounds

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7 d. ago Amazing 'European tube' will link 39 holiday destinations and slash travel speed

A new trainline proposal could see 39 major European cities linked, potentially cutting carbon emissions for travellers and slashing journey times exponentially

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7 d. ago ‘It’s set to be the next big holiday destination’ – the European seaside town with underwater wine cellars

OUR Spotlight On column gives you the lowdown on what to see and do in some of the most popular holiday destinations - as well as some lesser-known areas. This week we're shining a spotlight light on Kotor Bay in Montenegro, one of Europe's most spectacular yet underrated seaside escapes. The Sun's Deputy Travel Editor...

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9 d. ago Woman in her 20s dies after being mauled by a shark at Crowdy Bay

A woman in her 20s has died after she was attacked by a shark during an early-morning swim at a popular holiday destination.

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9 d. ago Dreaming of your next ski holiday? The best destinations in Canada to book now

Some of North America’s most famed snow sports resorts await

Politics

1 week ago Eight hours of free electricity on Christmas Day for customers of energy supplier

Customers can get several hours of free electricity on December 25

Economics

1 week ago Energy supplier giving away free electricity for eight hours on Christmas Day

Customers can get several hours of free electricity on December 25

Science

1 week ago First flight linking two of UK’s top holiday destinations takes off – after original operator collapsed

THE first flight linking two of the UK's top holiday spots has officially taken off, restoring a vital travel link just weeks after the collapse of its former operator. The route between Cornwall Airport Newquay and London Gatwick had been left in limbo earlier this month when Eastern Airways revealed it was on the brink...

Politics

1 week ago The surprise seaside holiday destination in Trump’s home state

Ben Mitchell finds that, despite political storms and actual hurricanes, Fort Myers is still full of spirit

Politics

1 week ago The surprise UK destination rapidly becoming a golf holiday hotspot

Beautiful beaches, swanky new hotels and a World Heritage Site - what’s not to like about this seaside destination?

Politics

1 week ago Vietnam flooding death toll reaches 90 amid landslides and relentless rain

Environment ministry says most of the deaths were in the mountainous central province of Dak LakThe death toll from major flooding in Vietnam has risen to 90, with 12 more people missing, the environment ministry said on Sunday after days of heavy rain and landslides.Relentless rain has lashed south-central Vietnam since late October and popular holiday destinations have been hit by several rounds of flooding. Continue reading...

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