سفر

We love Australia and don't want to return to the UK - but there's one desperate trick we'd never use to stay

British bloke Aaron (pictured) is in the final year of his working holiday visa and is desperate to stay in Australia, but wouldn't resort to the illegal tactics some backpackers are using.

Farewell to Dubai

THE strain had been there for a while when reports emerged that Pakistanis were being rounded up in the UAE and deported. The details, though, have not been verified and, yesterday, Pakistan’s interior ministry strongly denied accusations of “country- or sect-specific” expulsions of Pakistanis from the UAE or anywhere for that matter. It posted on X that it was aware of the “speculative reporting in sections of media especially social media about targeted deportations of Pakistani nationals from...

The UK is set for a staycation summer - and there are plenty of hidden gems

The UK is set for a staycation summer - and there are plenty of hidden gems7 minutes agoShareSaveAdd as preferred on GoogleEmer MoreauandJennifer Meierhans,Business reporters@eboniivoryblogEboni Dixon at the Minack Theatre in CornwallSummer holidays might look different for some people this year as the war in Iran disrupts travel across the Middle East and pushes up prices for flights and package deals to European hotspots.Prime Minister Sir Keir Starmer warned last week "people might chang...

Many PGA Tour Stops Nod To Travel, Myrtle Beach’s Event Goes All In

BusinessSportsMoneyMany PGA Tour Stops Nod To Travel, Myrtle Beach’s Event Goes All InByMike Dojc,Contributor.Forbes contributors publish independent expert analyses and insights. Mike Dojc is a South Carolina-based journalist who covers golf. Follow AuthorMay 08, 2026, 06:14pm EDT--:-- / --:--This voice experience is generated by AI. Learn more.This voice experience is generated by AI. Learn more.MYRTLE BEACH, SOUTH CAROLINA - MAY 08: Sam Ryder of the United States plays his shot from the ninth...

Patna-bound IndiGo flight makes emergency landing at Lucknow due to bad weather

An IndiGo flight from Kolkata to Patna made an emergency landing in Lucknow due to adverse weather conditions in Patna. The aircraft, carrying 180 passengers and six crew members, was diverted after being unable to receive landing clearance. The flight later departed for Patna once the weather improved.

‘I’m Coming to the Cottage’: Inside My Stay at ‘Heated Rivalry’s’ Iconic Lakeside Home

When I land in Toronto on a recent Tuesday morning, I’m not exactly in the mood for a romantic retreat. If traveling alone isn’t enough, a fresh heartbreak makes the idea of a two-night stay at a luxe waterfront property — replete with “spectacular sunsets” and a massive ensuite primary bedroom — feel about as […]

Arrowtown, New Zealand: There’s travel gold in them there hills

[{"id":1281363,"path":"/news/politics/local-elections-2026-latest-live-london-polls-greens-labour-reform-tories-lib-dems-b1281363.html","title":"Local elections 2026 LIVE: Greens score Hackney win as Reform UK gains first London borough","imageUrl":"https://static.standard.co.uk/2026/05/08/11/15/london-elections-2026.jpeg","standfirst":"Reform UK claims its first London borough but fails to oust Tories in Bexley"},{"id":1281426,"path":"/news/politics/local-elections-2026-all-the-london-results-b...

From Iran to Robinson Crusoe Island: Shivya Nath on travel for connection, not checklists

From Iran to Robinson Crusoe Island Shivya Nath on travel for connection not checklists

Meghna Group of Industries: Driving Bangladeshi industry

Meghna Group of Industries (MGI) is one of Bangladesh’s largest and most diversified conglomerates. Comprising 57 industrial units with a workforce of over 65,000, its operations span sectors from FMCG to logistics, energy, building materials and petrochemicals, exporting to 52 countries worldwide. Its scale and reputation make it a pillar of the national economy: one in every two Bangladeshi households uses MGI products. “We consistently try to understand customer needs, trends and what they tr...

Royal Enfield announces biggest-ever Himalayan Odyssey to mark 125 years

Royal Enfield announces biggestever Himalayan Odyssey to mark years

Backpacker 'left for dead' after fellow Brit crashes motorbike with her on the back 'and flees' is stuck in Thailand with huge medical bill after insurance blunder

Backpacker 'left for dead' after fellow Brit crashes motorbike with her on the back 'and flees' is stuck in Thailand with huge medical bill after insurance blunderBy SABRINA PENTY, FOREIGN NEWS REPORTER Published: 12:10, 8 May 2026 | Updated: 12:12, 8 May 2026 e-mail View comments

Best Places To Retire In 2026: Green Valley, Arizona And Other Surprisingly Affordable Spots

MoneyA-FG-LM-RS-ZDaily CoverBest Places To Retire In 2026: Green Valley, Arizona And Other Surprisingly Affordable SpotsGreen Valley, Arizona, in the foothills of the Santa Rita mountains, is one of the 25 best places to retire. Among its draws: low housing prices, low taxes and low crime.Rod MikinskiByWilliam P. Barrett,Senior Contributor.Forbes contributors publish independent expert analyses and insights. William P. Barrett is a senior contributor covering retirement.Follow AuthorMay 08, 2026...

Jet2 says people changing how they book holidays in May update

There are ongoing fears of summer disruption

Inside the Canary Islands lighthouse that was left in ruin - and now houses a luxury hotel with an infinity pool, private viewing deck and beacon that still works today

Inside the Canary Islands lighthouse that was left in ruin - and now houses a luxury hotel with an infinity pool, private viewing deck and beacon that still works todayREAD MORE: Inside the haunted Cornwall jail that's been transformed into a luxury hotel - where the ghosts of former inmates roam the cells-turned-bedrooms and doors slam shut by themselves By ERIN DEBORAH WAKS, TRAVEL WRITER Published: 09:37, 8 May 2026 | Updated: 09:54, 8 May 2026 e-mail 4 View comments

Cruise Ship Virus Reveals Travel’s Hidden Risks

A hantavirus outbreak linked to a Dutch-flagged cruise ship off the Canary Islands has killed three, with cases spanning continents—highlighting how quickly infections can cross borders. (Source: Bloomberg)

Friday update from BA on flight and fuel disruptions ahead of summer

It expects to spend about £1.72billion more than planned on fuel this year

ABTA gives May half term update after flights cancelled in fuel crisis

The Department for Transport has also given its latest advice

London travel LIVE: Euston trains face severe disruption after electric wire damage in Watford Junction

[{"id":1281363,"path":"/news/politics/local-elections-2026-latest-live-london-polls-greens-labour-reform-tories-lib-dems-b1281363.html","title":"Local elections 2026 LIVE: Labour loses Westminster in huge blow for Keir Starmer","imageUrl":"https://static.standard.co.uk/2026/05/08/06/01KR2REFGPZKA2WXHEV97X30Q0.jpg","standfirst":"Labour and Tories face election bloodbaths as Reform UK surges outside London"},{"id":1281426,"path":"/news/politics/local-elections-2026-all-the-london-results-b1281426....

Veterans celebrate 81st anniversary of VE Day at South Yorkshire armed forces care home

Veterans and the wider community celebrated the 81st anniversary of VE Day with a special party in South Yorkshire with live music, food, drink and dancing.Deangate Care home in Mapplewell, Barnsley, has Veteran Friendly Status and ensures armed forces veterans living there benefit from enhanced care and support as part of a scheme that aims to tackle loneliness and isolation and improve health and wellbeing for over 25,000 veterans in care homes across England.Former armed forces personnel that...

श्रीलंका से भारत तक तैरकर पहुंचे बेंगलुरु के कपल, 10 घंटे में पूरा किया समुद्री रास्ता