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Popular cruise line selling tree house suite for jaw-dropping price: 'Rather buy a house'
Vacationers can soon merge land and sea with a startling new tree house suite on the Royal Caribbean — as long as they cough up six figures. Online debate is already robust about the offering.The Hero of the Seas vessel is rolling out the "Ultimate Family Treehouse" suite, which has a private whirlpool, game room and rooftop terrace.The triple-deck suite can sleep up to 12 guests with four full bathrooms, according to the Royal Caribbean website.CRUISE LINE JACKS UP MANDATORY GRATUITIES FOR TRAV...
Daughter of woman who fell overboard during Caribbean trip with husband suggests mom's disappearance may NOT have been an accident
Daughter of woman who fell overboard during Caribbean trip with husband suggests mom's disappearance may NOT have been an accidentBy KELLY GARINO, US REPORTER Published: 21:35, 7 April 2026 | Updated: 21:35, 7 April 2026 e-mail View comments
British teenager dies after Vietnam motorbike crash, according to reports
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US issues travel warnings for Middle East ahead of Trump’s Iran war deadline
NewsWorldAmericasUS politicsUS issues travel warnings for Middle East ahead of Trump’s Iran war deadlinePresident has warned of attacks on Iranian infrastructure starting at 8 pm ET on TuesdayAndrew Feinberg in Washington, D.C. Tuesday 07 April 2026 19:41 BSTBookmarkCommentsGo to commentsBookmark popoverRemoved from bookmarksClose popover{"translations":{"comments":"Go to comments","share":"Share","copyLink":"Copy link","bookmark":"Bookmark","removeBookmark":"Remove bookmark"},"showComments":tru...
Vacation hot spot cracks down on vaping with jail threats and hefty fines
Travelers to Thailand are being reminded that electronic cigarettes are strictly banned in the country — with violators facing steep fines or even prison time.The warning comes as some tourists say they've been caught off guard by the country’s strict anti-vaping laws while on vacation.Recently, a TikTok user, Sara Green, was with her partner visiting Thailand and was approached by authorities while vaping on a beach. She was told the habit was not only frowned upon but illegal, she related in a...
Trevi Fountain fee highlights Rome's balancing act over tourism
Officials in Rome say there are no immediate plans to introduce fees at other historic landmarks, after a ticketing system was rolled out at the Trevi Fountain in February.The move comes as authorities grapple with overcrowding and tourist misconduct, while trying to preserve the city's cultural heritage.At 264 years old, the Trevi Fountain is one of the most famous examples of Roman Baroque architecture. However, getting up close now comes at a cost, with visitors charged 2 euros to a...
Saudi Arabia makes Nusuk card mandatory for Hajj 2026 pilgrims
The Ministry of Hajj and Umrah of Saudi Arabia highlighted the ‘Nusuk card’ as a fundamental organizational pillar for the Hajj 2026 season, describing it as essential for ensuring pilgrims’ legal status and smooth access to holy sites. within an integrated system aimed at raising the efficiency of services and achieving the highest standards of organization and safety at the holy sites,” the ministry said. According to the Saudi Arabia ministry, the Nusuk card regulates entry of Hajj 2026 pilgr...
Martin Lewis says anyone going on holiday should keep five items in their wallet
Martin Lewis says anyone going on holiday should keep five items in their walletThe finance expert has said these could help make travelling much smootherCommentsLifestyleAndrew Nuttall U35 Lifestyle Writer15:02, 07 Apr 2026Updated 15:07, 07 Apr 2026View 4 ImagesMartin Lewis' wallet 'essentials' before any trip abroad(Image: ITV)Martin Lewis has said that Brits going abroad should have up to five essential items in their dedicated 'holiday wallet'. These important items...
US Issues New Security Alert for Saudi Arabia, Urges Citizens to Reconsider Travel
The United States (US) has issued a new security alert for American citizens in Saudi Arabia, advising them to reconsider travel to the kingdom and to review plans to participate in this year’s Hajj pilgrimage due to ongoing security concerns. According to US officials, President Donald Trump, Secretary of State Marco Rubio, and the State Department have emphasized that the safety and security of American citizens remain their highest priority. In the updated travel advisory, the US government u...
Some cruise ports raising red flags for vacation travelers
→ Before booking that shore excursion, there's a growing list of cruise ports raising safety concerns.→ Americans face new warnings — and steeper fees — at a once-popular Red Sea escape.→ A new study finds older airline passengers may slow emergency evacuations due to mobility and reaction time limits.→ A cruise line is adding fuel surcharges to some sailings as rising oil prices raise concerns about broader industry fees.→ A familiar tipping move could create awkward moments abroad, according t...
Every item that will get you stopped from boarding Ryanair flights
Every item that will get you stopped from boarding Ryanair flightsPassengers must not bring any of these on board planes or pack them in their luggageCommentsLifestyleAndrew Nuttall U35 Lifestyle Writer14:23, 07 Apr 2026View 3 ImagesPeople flying with Ryanair should double-check the rules(Image: NurPhoto via Getty Images)People who use budget airline Ryanair for their 2026 travel plans will need to be aware that dozens of items are not allowed on board. Ignoring the list when packing your suitca...
Cruise ship strikes reef near Tom Hanks' iconic 'Cast Away' island, sparking rescue at sea
A small cruise ship struck a reef near the island where the Tom Hanks' movie "Cast Away" was filmed — and the operator has now shed light on what led to the incident.The April 4 collision occurred when one of its vessels hit a finger reef near Monuriki Island in Fiji during worsening weather conditions, according to Blue Lagoon Cruises."While the investigation is in its early stages, conditions upon the ship anchoring in the area were calm, and it appears a severe squall caused the ship’s anchor...
Kuwait Airways to resume Colombo flights
KUWAIT: Kuwait Airways has announced it will resume commercial flights to and from Colombo from 15 April 2026, operating via Dammam. The acting chief executive of the airline, Abdulwahab Al-Shatti, said that the Colombo route was being reinstated due to its importance to passengers. He added that the company had recently mobilized resources and operational systems to handle travel demand and expand connectivity across key destinations. Al-Shatti further said that the resumption of flights to Col...
EasyJet clarifies '28 days rule' for all passengers in new alert
EasyJet clarifies '28 days rule' for all passengers in new alertThe airline posted an update for passengers in a social media postCommentsNewsAmber O'Connor Money and Lifestyle reporter U35s11:29, 07 Apr 2026Updated 11:30, 07 Apr 2026View 2 ImagesEasyJet answered a passenger's question about their claim (stock photo)(Image: Getty)EasyJet passengers should be aware of a '28 days rule' that applies to all customers. The airline has clarified that passengers seeking co...
Village near beauty spot forest is gridlocked over Easter Bank Holiday after boost in visitors inspired by viral social media posts
Village near beauty spot forest is gridlocked over Easter Bank Holiday after boost in visitors inspired by viral social media postsGet your news delivered straight to you by 7am - sign up to our new Morning Mail newsletter for FREEBy NOOR QURASHI, NEWS REPORTER Published: 11:17, 7 April 2026 | Updated: 11:22, 7 April 2026 e-mail View comments
Flight from Heathrow forced to make emergency landing after 'unusual smell' detected
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Russia, Venezuela set to resume tourist exchanges — Russian envoy
Sergey Melik-Bagdasarov said that coordination of logistical and technical issues will continue at the level of relevant departments
Ryanair flights 'even cheaper than usual' with these nine tips experts say
Ryanair flights 'even cheaper than usual' with these nine tips experts sayPeople who make a few changes to their online booking could save moneyCommentsTravelAndrew Nuttall U35 Lifestyle Writer09:34, 07 Apr 2026Updated 09:34, 07 Apr 2026View 2 ImagesPeople can cut the cost of Ryanair bookings with these simple tips(Image: turbo83 via Getty Images)People considering a budget-friendly break this year might be considering a low-cost provider like Ryanair for travel. Experts at Which? have...
Urgent warning to travellers as TWO intense cyclones bear down on Pacific islands popular with holidaymakers
Urgent warning to travellers as TWO intense cyclones bear down on Pacific islands popular with holidaymakersTwo severe cyclones are near AustraliaThe first is close to Fiji and moving southThe second is near PNG and moving to QueenslandREAD MORE: Queensland warned to prepare for ANOTHER cyclone threat By ASHLEY NICKEL, NEWS REPORTER, AUSTRALIA Published: 09:27, 7 April 2026 | Updated: 09:29, 7 April 2026 e-mail View comments
Spanish politician calls for tourist limits, saying holidaymakers 'are making it impossible to live in cities like Alicante and Valencia'
Spanish politician calls for tourist limits, saying holidaymakers 'are making it impossible to live in cities like Alicante and Valencia'By OLIVIA ALLHUSEN, FOREIGN NEWS REPORTER Published: 09:00, 7 April 2026 | Updated: 09:00, 7 April 2026 e-mail View comments