13 best packing cubes to keep your suitcase organised
It’s official – we’re stuffing more into our suitcases than ever before, and the right packing cube can make this process significantly easier, which is why we’ve tracked ...
Eight islands with starring roles in films, from The Beach to Star Wars
Whether it’s Thailand’s golden sands or the rugged shores of Ireland, islands have provided the backdrops for some of ...
7 historic spa towns to visit in the UK
From local tribes worshipping a water goddess to Romans settling in areas with natural springs, England’s history of spa ...
Italy wants to ban fake online travel reviews, and I’m all for it
The Italian government is proposing a new law that would force travel forums like Tripadvisor to ensure that anyone complaining about a hospitality establishment has actually visited the place in ...
Where are the world’s most beautiful railway bridges? Engineering marvels become big tourist hits
These amazing feats of engineering allow trains to navigate the steepest valleys and cross the deepest rivers. View on ...
8 of the most scenic train journeys in the UK
UK rail is once again in the spotlight as the country marks the 200th anniversary of the world’s first public railway this year. Pay tribute to those early pioneers by riding the UK’s most scenic ...
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Europe’s former railway stations have become the darling of the luxury hotel scene
In the past year, I’ve lost count of the number of friends who’ve regaled me with stories about stays in former train stations that have been lovingly converted into hotels or self-catering holiday ...
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Amsterdam celebrates its 750th anniversary in 2025: Best things to do in the city
In the year Amsterdam turns 750, Tamara Hinson explores the places responsible for shaping the Netherlands’ tulip and cheese-scented capital One of the reasons I love Amsterdam? It’s a place ...
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Broughton Sanctuary: UK wellness destination that’s anything but conventional
This alternative wellness destination is home to sweat lodges, meditation labyrinths and cosmic gardens, writes Tamara Hinson It’s 10am and I’ve lost count of the times I’ve sworn at Jake ...
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The best airlines for in-flight food and drink
Who said airline food can’t be tasty? Tamara Hinson takes a look at the airlines offering something a little more appetising than anaemic sausages and powdered eggs. In-flight meals have come a ...
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Where to find the best bánh mì in Vietnam
Here’s where you’ll find seven of Vietnam’s best, writes Tamara Hinson The sandwich dates back to the 1600s, when French missionaries arrived in Vietnam, armed with baguettes, which they ate ...
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Eight islands with starring roles in films, from The Beach to Star Wars
From reproductive rights to climate change to Big Tech, The Independent is on the ground when the story is developing. Whether it's investigating the financials of Elon Musk's pro-Trump PAC or ...