With the start of the new year, new regulations have come into effect on the Norwegian archipelago, which tourists must ...

There are teeny, tiny specks of land offering seclusion from the crowds. From lush isles barely big enough for you and a palm ...

A kayaking expedition through Norway’s Lofoten islands offers white-sand beaches, royal encounters — and the chance to ...

Viking Saturn sails into deep fjords to reach Scandinavian hidden gems on a ship with sophisticated yet laid-back vibes.

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Whether it's war, natural disasters or overtourism, these previously popular worldwide destinations have become off limits to ...

The Washington Island Stavkirke is a faithful recreation of the traditional Norwegian stave churches that were all the rage ...

AmaWaterways (0800 520 2250) offers the seven-night Magic of Colombia cruise from £4,430pp; departs October 1 2025.

Chances are you'll be staying on the larger, more tourist-convenient island of Grand Cayman. The main island is where visitors can enjoy the majority of top sights. To see the Cayman Islands ...

At launch, the Apple Maps web beta included basic functionality like searching for points of interest, seeing ratings, browsing area Guides, and getting directions. With Look Around, the web ...

France mobilized emergency aid on Monday, deploying ships and military aircraft to assist Mayotte, its overseas territory in the Indian Ocean, after the island was devastated by its most severe ...

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