Chris Leadbeater

Escape the winter gloom by heading to one of these balmy destinations, including Barbados, Dubai and the Canary Islands

Timetables at 40 major airports have been impacted. What does this mean for tourists?

Keen to travel abroad this festive season? Here are the top holiday spots for some sunshine to see out 2023, including Cape Town and Mexico

With the hurricane due to make landfall on Tuesday, this is how travel plans will be impacted – and what to do if you are affected

St Louis has long suffered from an image problem – but the little-visited city is a gateway to the ‘real’ America

From the Indian Ocean to the Med, our expert has selected the finest spots for a warm-weather end-of-year break

Two centuries after the launch of the world’s first passenger line, we trace the milestones that made our railways the envy of the world

With plenty of unspoilt beaches, these Mediterranean destinations are an alluring alternative to Spain, Portugal and Italy

From fiery foliage in the Outer Hebrides to the honeyed beauty of the Cotswolds, here are the best places to visit this season

From fiery foliage in the Outer Hebrides to the honeyed beauty of the Cotswolds, here's where to enjoy the best of the season

While Morocco and Tunisia are established holiday favourites, neighbouring Algeria remains an enthralling mystery

Pick your moment wisely, and the plane window can provide far better in-flight entertainment than the seat-back screen

The search for winter warmth is on – here’s where to find a sizzling beach again, according to how hot you like it

We’ve compared the key contenders across 40 metrics, including punctuality, passport queues and parking charges

New plans by Homeland Security to establish pre-clearance checks at Heathrow may be limited – but they’re a meaningful first step

Yes, travelling during the peak months can be fraught – but not so long ago we were subject to lockdowns, swabs and entry requirements

The megaliths of Carnac in France and Port Royal in Jamaica are among the new must-visit sites designated worthy of legal protection

After wildfires damaged the park, we’ve put together the ultimate guide to visiting the world wonder this year

From museums and hikes to water slides, the continent offers plenty of fun for the whole family

The rebuilding of the city’s waterfront will reap fresh rewards this weekend as the Tall Ships sail in