American woman reveals how she has saved THOUSANDS since relocating to Thailand – as she details the stark price differences between the two countries

by David Hibbins | Jul 19, 2024 | Latest Travel News

A travel writer who has visited 90 countries has revealed the place that convinced her to make a permanent move, for both its natural beauty and rock bottom prices.  Lola Mendez, who is originally from Kansas, left the US at the age of 25 to travel the world...

Inside Thailand’s incredible railway-themed hotel that time-warps guests to the golden era of rail travel, with vintage train carriages upcycled into luxury bedrooms and a ‘Poirot bar’

by David Hibbins | Jul 19, 2024 | Latest Travel News

When I arrive at InterContinental Khao Yai Resort, I’m instructed to ring a gold bell.The bell isn’t supposed to summon anyone.Rather, it mimics the platform bell rung before trains depart from railway stations in Thailand, where the hotel is located.It’s a clever way...

Revealed: The cheapest and most expensive beach resorts in Europe for British families this summer, with Ibiza DOUBLE the cost of the best-value hotspot

by David Hibbins | Jul 19, 2024 | Latest Travel News

Sunny Beach in Bulgaria has been revealed as the best-value beach resort in Europe for British families.The accolade comes from new research by Post Office Travel Money, which has ranked 16 European holiday hotspots on cost by comparing the price of typical family...

Inside the largest abandoned town in Canada which has been left empty since 1935

by David Hibbins | Jul 19, 2024 | Latest Travel News

A fascinating documentary takes viewers on a tour of the largest abandoned town in Canada, which was once home to 3,000 people but then left to ruin in 1935.  Urban explorer Dave, who runs the YouTube channel Freaktography and does not reveal...

I’m a cruise expert and these are the five items I would NEVER bring on board

by David Hibbins | Jul 19, 2024 | Latest Travel News

When packing for a cruise, certain items should always be left at home. Some are a fire hazard, some are illegal and some pose an allergy risk. And yes, they do scan your bags to check.Will Sarson, product director at Riviera Travel, shares his insight on...