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The Morocco trip that helped me take my first step into solo travel

Having never travelled alone, Olivia Kerley was nervous to leap into the unknown – but a group adventure through Morocco proved the perfect combination of solo but supported

The Independent UK

Beyond the beach: exploring Bali’s cultural heartland

Make for sacred Mount Agung to discover the heart and heritage of Indonesia’s most Insta-friendly isle

Marie Claire

Private buildings, public land: how Australia’s national parks became a battleground between conservation and commerce

Developers argue that eco-tourism helps ‘underfunded’ parks but former Greens leader Bob Brown says the idea of wilderness lodges is an ‘oxymoron’

The Guardian - AU

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Will my package holiday or tour be cancelled due to Iran-US war? Your refund rights

Operators including Intrepid Travel, Tui and G Adventures have issued updates

The Independent UK

Seaweed foraging in Sweden: A coastal adventure on Vrångo Island

Beyond Gothenberg’s polished harbour lies a rugged shoreline rich in adventure

Marie Claire

Solo trips abroad take off among women who seek break from work – and their families

UK travel firms say solo – but not single – travellers make up a growing proportion of customers

The Guardian - UK

Tired of Europe’s crowded hotspots? Put these ‘not hot’ destinations on your 2026 itinerary

These under-the-radar European destinations are upgrading tourism for 2026 while still keeping their quiet charm.

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These are the overlooked travel spots to escape the crowds in 2026

A Croatian island, Romanian walking trail and US national park made Intrepid Travel’s list of destinations to visit next year

The Independent UK

There is a Bali beyond influencer’s Instagram reels – and it’s far more beautiful

The filtered version of Bali seen on social media had left Annabel Grossman with no desire to visit, but after travelling to the mountain villages to stay with a local family she discovers a very different side to the island – one that most tourists never get to experience

The Independent UK

Why you should visit – and stay in – Johannesburg’s Soweto

TRAVEL FOCUS: Travelling through South Africa, Annabel Grossman finds that Soweto – a township often associated with crime and poverty – is worth far more than just a cursory glance, with a wealth of music, culture, history and food to be discovered

The Independent UK

Why travellers should leave city breaks behind to slow down on Sweden’s islands this summer

Looking for a respite from London, Natalie Wilson swapped bikes and city lights for seaweed and saunas on Sweden’s lesser trodden archipelago

The Independent UK

Meet Ghana’s fantasy coffin makers: A glimpse into a joy-filled funeral culture

Ghana’s celebratory approach to death has birthed a deeply creative approach to coffin-making. Tamara Davison admires the handiwork in Accra

The Independent UK

Why are more private equity companies entering the travel sector?

Private equity companies are increasingly showing an interest in hotels, resorts and restaurants, in an attempt to convert them into higher-performing assets for a successful exit.

Euronews

Should I cancel my Middle East holiday? A drop in tourism is the last thing the region needs

Travel companies are reporting a slump in bookings to popular tourist destinations – for countries like Egypt and Jordan, the impact can be devastating

The Independent UK

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Come travel with us, sustainably! Listen to The Standard podcast

Our award-winning Sustainable Travel podcast series is back, inviting you to see more of the world in a way that's better for the places and people we visit — starting with this week's impact-unlocking adventure in Vietnam

The Independent UK

80% of tourists visit the same 10% of places – these are the spots to go to instead

Which countries deserve a higher number of travellers visiting their overlooked destinations in 2025?

The Guardian - UK

How ‘shoulder season’ became the new popular time for tourists

Travelling between seasons is more popular than ever, as tourists try to avoid extreme heat and beat the crowds

The Guardian - UK

‘It’s like stepping back in time’: an eco-tour across the wilds of Albania

With glorious national parks and a traditional way of life, the Balkan country shows how green travel can benefit locals and visitors alike

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Combating Loneliness: How Small Group Travel is Helping Millennials and Gen Z Connect and Thrive

Young people are keen to partake in small group adventures so they can share experiences with others and prevent loneliness from negatively affecting them.

Evening Standard

Going it alone: 10 of the best trips for solo travel

Tick off your bucket list, get a healthy reset or expand your social universe – solo trips provide a travelling experience that’s all about you

The Independent UK

9 best adventure holidays in Australia to tick off your bucket list

How to have the ultimate Australia experience, from cruising the Whitsundays to cycling the southern wine region

The Guardian - UK

‘Carbon offsets are not credible’: the travel boss exposing the truth about the industry’s sustainability

Darrell Wade, the chair of low-impact Intrepid Travel, has been confronting his industry on its need to change for the climate’s sake

The Conversation

It's time to limit how often we can travel abroad – 'carbon passports' may be the answer

The summer of 2023 has been very significant for the travel industry. By the end of July, international tourist arrivals globally reached 84% of pre-pandemic levels. In some European countries, such as France, Denmark and Ireland, tourism demand even surpassed its pre-pandemic level.

Evening Standard

Could a ‘carbon passport’ be introduced for holidaymakers?

The passport would limit each traveller’s carbon footprint

The Independent UK

Holidays could be restricted if personal carbon allowances are introduced, warns travel firm

A report by Intrepid Travel claimed drastic measures could be introduced as many popular holiday destinations face ‘extinction’

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