Annabel Grossman

Emirates premium economy offers quilted leather seats, increased legroom and a comfortable recline – but it is significantly more expensive than economy

Emirates premium economy offers quilted leather seats, increased legroom and a comfortable recline – but it is significantly more expensive than economy

The Scottsboro Boys Museum tells the story of nine African American men who were falsely accused of the rape of two white women in 1931

At the Greenwich Hotel in Tribeca, Global Travel Editor Annabel Grossman finds classic old-school New York

With lush meadows filled with wildflowers, crystal-clear lakes for wild swimming, and castles reachable only by forest trails, Annabel Grossman discovers an outdoor lover’s paradise in Germany’s most picturesque region

This week TravelSmart is out and about in the capital, winding down alleyways, delving into centuries-old pubs and wandering through London’s best food markets. Global Travel Editor Annabel Grossman explores some of London’s lesser-known museums, while US Travel Editor Ted Thornhill gazes at street art, enjoys a pint at a couple of quirky drinking spots and shares his tips for getting around the city – whether by bike, train or boat. Watch TravelSmart on Independent TV. This episode of TravelSmart is sponsored by Railcard. Railcard helps you save a third off rail travel and for just £35 for the year, it pays for itself in no time. With nine different Railcards available, find the one for you at railcard.co.uk.

In this week’s episode of TravelSmart, Independent Travel is exploring the Indian Ocean, diving into two of the most popular idyllic beach getaways: the Maldives and Mauritius. Global Travel Editor Annabel Grossman shares the best activities in Mauritius, from visiting the Seven Coloured Earth to dolphin spotting and rum tasting. Fresh back from a trip to the Maldives, Daisy Lester reveals how to pick the right island for you to completely switch off and embrace a break of rest and relaxation. Plus, how to make your Indian Island trip more affordable and the best times to visit. Watch TravelSmart on Independent TV.

Latest trending news and video on Independent TV, from The Independent. Find the latest Travel Smart videos here.

Former ambassador to Egypt John Casson is among figures calling on the government to ‘deploy the full range of tools it has to protect British citizens’

Egypt travel advisory needed for ‘police state’ says former British ambassador