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Family of influencer who died on trip with fiancé in Zanzibar says "it doesn't make any sense"
Influencer Ashly Robinson, known to her followers as Ashlee Jenae, was on a trip in Zanzibar with her fiancé when police say she was found unconscious in her luxury villa and later pronounced dead at a hospital. Her parents told CBS News the 31-year-old's death "doesn't make any sense." Her fiancé is being held for questioning.
India’s longest funicular railway: A once-in-a-lifetime travel experience
India's longest funicular railway, spanning 1.2 kilometers, opened in January 2026 near Kalyan, Maharashtra. This new attraction drastically reduces the travel time to the revered Shri Malanggad temple from a two-hour trek to just 10 minutes, making it accessible for all.
Smoother traffic, less travel time in 18 Dubai areas after major road upgrades
Dubai's Roads and Transport Authority (RTA) has completed a project to construct road connections across 18 residential areas in the emirate, reducing journey times by up to 40 per cent in those locations.The project spans a total of 13km and includes traffic enhancements, with the provision of roadside parking spaces, pavements and street lighting.RTA said that the new connections have improved road connectivity and facilitated vehicle access to and from residential areas, particularly by pavin...
New EU entry-exit system causing up to three-hour delays, say airports
Airport body has asked for power to suspend EES checks requiring personal information and biometrics, say reportsBusiness live – latest updatesTravellers going through some European airports are reportedly waiting up to three hours at border checks due to the EU’s new entry-exit system (EES).Passengers in airports in countries such as France, Germany, Belgium, Italy, Spain and Greece are waiting several hours at border checks, the Airports Council International (ACI) body has said. Continue read...
RTA's Road Connections Project slashes travel time up to 40% in these neighbourhoods
Eighteen neighbourhoods in Dubai are now enjoying road upgrades thanks to Roads and Transport Authority (RTA)’s latest 13km project. The makeover also included traffic enhancements, provision of roadside parking spaces, pavements, and street lighting.The aim is simple – to enhance the emirate’s urban landscape, improve residents’ quality of life, and achieve the highest standards of traffic safety, making it a smooth ride for you.Hamad Al Shehhi, Director of Roads at RTA, said the new connection...
Burj Al Arab to undergo restoration: 10 lesser-known facts about Dubai’s sail-shaped icon
You’ve seen it a thousand times on postcards and hotel campaigns, that unmistakable white sail rising from the ocean. But Burj Al Arab has always been more than its silhouette. It is a building that, in the 1990s, catapulted Dubai onto the global luxury map and announced its arrival on the world stage. Over the years, it has become synonymous with the city’s growth story, an early and enduring testament to Dubai’s steadfast ambition.With the announcement of its closure for an 18-month restoratio...
Summer holiday chaos as experts warn Mediterranean flights will suffer most from jet fuel crisis - while 15 major European airports hit with 'very bad' delays due to new EU border system
Summer holiday chaos as experts warn Mediterranean flights will suffer most from jet fuel crisis - while 15 major European airports hit with 'very bad' delays due to new EU border systemGet your news delivered straight to you by 7am - sign up to our new Morning Mail newsletter for FREE By RORY TINGLE, HOME AFFAIRS CORRESPONDENT and SHANNON MCGUIGAN, NEWS REPORTER Published: 11:33, 15 April 2026 | Updated: 11:34, 15 April 2026 e-mail View comments
Art Basel Hong Kong, other events drive 14% year-on-year rise in March tourist arrivals
Events such as Art Basel Hong Kong and ComplexCon helped drive a 14 per cent year-on-year growth in visitor arrivals in March, but the US-Israel war with Iran could bring volatility to the travel market, the Tourism Board has said. The increase contributed to a 17 per cent year-on-year rise in visitor numbers in the first quarter of the year, hitting a total of 14.31 million. “In the coming months, developments in the Middle East may lead to volatility in the tourism market. We will closely...
Ryanair update over new policy change that makes travel 'quicker and easier'
Ryanair update over new policy change that makes travel 'quicker and easier'Passengers flying with the airline should be aware of the change to its boarding policyCommentsTravelAmber O'Connor Money and Lifestyle reporter U35s10:00, 15 Apr 2026View 2 ImagesThe airline posted the update on social media (stock photo)(Image: Getty)Ryanair has shared an update for passengers following the introduction of its new boarding policy. The airline has moved to using 100% digital boarding pass...
EasyJet new 'miss your flight' alert for anyone travelling to popular EU country
EasyJet new 'miss your flight' alert for anyone travelling to popular EU countryThe airline and airport are urging passengers to 'allow extra time' and to 'arrive earlier than usual'CommentsTravelCharlotte Smith Senior Lifestyle Content Editor09:02, 15 Apr 2026Updated 09:05, 15 Apr 2026View ImageA passenger shared concerns online over long queues at the airport(Image: Getty)EasyJet has issued a fresh alert to passengers travelling to a popular European hotspot after...
London travel news LIVE: Serious disruption at busy train station over morning rush hour
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Burj Al Arab’s incredible history — from ambitious Dubai project to international icon
Dubai’s most recognisable hotel, Jumeirah Burj Al Arab, is preparing to undergo its first major restoration since opening in 1999, marking a new chapter in the landmark’s history.Owned by Jumeirah Group, a subsidiary of Dubai Holding, the hotel said the project is designed to preserve one of the emirate’s most iconic symbols for future generations, while maintaining its global reputation for luxury. The phased restoration, expected to last around 18 months, will focus on enhancing interiors and...
Himachal Day 2026: Offbeat places to explore beyond Shimla and Manali
Himachal Day Offbeat places to explore beyond Shimla and Manali
Indian Railways adds summer special trains on Mumbai, Gujarat routes
Indian Railways adds summer special trains on Mumbai Gujarat routes
Amarnath Yatra 2026 registrations open today; check dates and process
Amarnath Yatra registrations open today check dates and process
29 summer special trains announced by Indian Railways for April travel
summer special trains announced by Indian Railways for April travel
Cuba’s top destinations deserted, without power or fuel under US sanctions
CIENAGA DE ZAPATA: The sun is setting in Pálpite, a small town on the edge of Cuba’s vast Zapata Swamp, when suddenly the road swarms with activity. But not with the red land crabs that once attracted hundreds of thousands of tourists annually to one of the island’s top eco-tourism destinations. The crowds now are local residents pouring out of their homes in search of a cell phone signal when the lights flicker back on amid a U.S. energy blockade that has condemned a large swath of...
Air New Zealand's economy Skynest bunk beds set for launch
Passengers can book a four-hour session in the bunk beds from May for Auckland-New York flights but airline cautions against smuggling in childrenEconomy passengers on Air New Zealand’s ultra-long-haul flight between Auckland and New York can book a spot in the airline’s bunk-bed style sleeping pods from May, which will take to skies in late 2026.In what the airline says is a world first, six full-length, lie-flat sleeping pods, are squeezed into the aisle of the new Boeing 787-9 Dreamliner. The...
TUI, easyJet and Jet2 hand luggage rules from banned items to latest liquid restrictions
TUI, easyJet and Jet2 hand luggage rules from banned items to latest liquid restrictionsTUI, easyJet, Jet2 and British Airways hand luggage rules aren't just about what the airlines will let you bring onboard - passengers are subject to airport rules tooCommentsTravelAmy Jones Senior Travel Journalist03:00, 15 Apr 2026View 3 ImagesThere are some common items that are banned in hand luggage (Image: Getty Images/Stock Image)Brits heading on their holidays will want to take note of hand luggag...
Cuba’s top destinations deserted, without power or fuel under US sanctions
InternationalCuba's top destinations deserted, without power or fuel under US sanctionsBy Reuters -Apr 15, 2026CIENAGA DE ZAPATA: The sun is setting in Pálpite, a small town on the edge of Cuba’s vast Zapata Swamp, when suddenly the road swarms with activity. But not with the red land crabs that once attracted hundreds of thousands of tourists annually to one of the island’s top eco-tourism destinations. The crowds now are local residents pouring out of their homes in search of a cell phon...