National Geographic's Top Travel Destinations for 2025
National Geographic's "Best of the World 2025" list emphasizes fun and cultural experiences, aiming to reignite the joy of travel amid global challenges.
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Are these your dream destinations? See National Geographic Best of the World list 2025.
National Geographic's team of experts and photographers compiled the newly released BEST OF THE WORLD 2025 list.
Daily EchoSouthampton's dirtiest cruise ship revealed after health inspection
A Southampton cruise ship that regularly docks in Southampton has been named among the top ten dirtiest cruise ships.
- The National
Scottish city 'brimming with culture' named one of the best UK places to live
A city in the heart of Scotland has been named one of the best places to live in the UK.
- Manchester Evening News
EasyJet reveals two brand-new Manchester Airport routes to stunning destinations with flights from £38
Currently no other UK airport outside of London flies to either
- CNN
US and Israel warn of potential attack on tourist locations in Sri Lanka
Both the United States and Israel issued security alerts Wednesday warning of a potential attack on tourist locations in a coastal area of Sri Lanka.
- The Telegraph
Britain’s new red tape for tourists is creating controversy
Next month, applications will open for the ETA – or Electronic Travel Authorisation – for all non-European visa-exempt nationalities who plan on travelling to the UK.
- Lancashire Telegraph
Lancashire town named among best places to live for 2025
Muddy Stilettos has named Clitheroe, Lancashire as one of the best places to live in the UK for 2025.
- Greenock Telegraph
Pledge to introduce cruise ship levy welcomed by council leader
Inverclyde Council leader Stephen McCabe has welcomed a Scottish Government pledge to introduce a cruise ship levy within the next 18 months.
- INSIDER
I plan luxury vacations for elite clients. Here are 5 secrets to traveling like the wealthy.
As a luxury travel advisor, I plan high-end vacations for rich travelers. They love under-the-radar destinations and pay extra for certain perks.
- USA TODAY
American Airlines tests new boarding platform in some airports to stop 'gate lice'
With the holiday season quickly approaching, American Airlines is implementing a new platform that would stop the reoccurrence of “gate lice”.
- Worcester News
Why was Birmingham Airport closed today?
Birmingham Airport was closed temporarily today as West Midlands Police investigated "reports of a suspicious vehicle".
- The Telegraph
The perfect way to sleep on an airplane
No-one wants to spend the first couple of days of their holiday recovering from a flight. If you’re travelling long-haul, you should try and settle down to sleep at some point. But how? And when? We’ve put together the following top tips to help you arrive feeling refreshed.
- Bournemouth Echo UK
10 places in Dorset named among 'best to live in England' for 2025
Muddy Stilettos' best places to live list for 2025 has included the likes of Beaminster, Corfe Castle, Mudeford and Wimborne in Dorset
- LoveEXPLORING
Where does the UK rank in the world's most beautiful natural wonders?
From a multicoloured canyon to a colossal glacier floating on tranquil teal waters, these are the world's most picturesque natural wonders.
- Associated Press
Sri Lanka police raise security at popular surf site over threat to Israelis
Police in Sri Lanka have raised security around a popular surfing destination after receiving information about a possible threat to Israeli travelers, a spokesperson said on Wednesday. Police spokesperson Nihal Thalduwa said special security measures had been put in place at Arugam Bay in the east. The statement came after the U.S. embassy in Sri Lanka alerted Americans to avoid the Arugam Bay area until further notice due to “credible information warning of an attack targeting popular tourist locations" in that area.
- ABC News
Search underway for woman who fell overboard on Taylor Swift-themed cruise
Search efforts are underway for a 66-year-old woman who fell overboard on a Taylor Swift-themed cruise Tuesday night, according to the U.S. Coast Guard. The missing passenger fell off the Royal Caribbean ship Allure of the Seas about 17 miles north of Nassau, Bahamas, the Coast Guard said. The Coast Guard is assisting with the search, which is being led by the Royal Bahamas Defense Force.
- The Telegraph
Avoid the bow and play the suite lottery: how to book the perfect cruise cabin
It’s the conundrum that faces every cruiser. You’ve selected your sailing and chosen your ship, so the next question is, which cabin will bring you the sweetest dreams?
- EADT
Historic house said to have been visited by Dickens for sale for £1.25 million
An historic Ipswich property which is said to have been visited by Charles Dickens is up for sale for £1.25 million.
- Darlington and Stockton Times
Launch of first organisation to boost £4bn North Yorkshire tourism industry
Visit North Yorkshire has been established to drive forward tourism in the county, which contributes £4bn every year to the economy and supports 38,000 jobs.
- Evening Standard
How Belize Made Me Believe in the Caribbean Again
Discover how community-driven conservation projects and Belizean-owned lodges are making this Central American nation into a dream destination for responsible adventurers