From the world famous Keukenhof Gardens in the Netherlands (bottom right) to the wild bluebonnets of Hill Country, Texas (bottom right), MailOnline Travel has compiled a list of the must-visit places to see the most beautiful springtime blooms, including Washington, D.C.'s National Cherry Blossom Festival (top right) and the Beglian bluebells of the Hallerbos forest (top left).
A floating village in Aberdeen and a quiet residential street in sleepy Hollywood (top right) are some examples of how towns and cities across the world may share the same name, but very little else. Kensington in London (top left) is a stark contrast to its American counterpart (bottom left). Deprivation, crime and gangs have become a distinctive part of Kingston in Jamaica (middle, bottom), a world away from the posh London suburb (middle, top). And in Hollywood in Worcestershire, the bustle of the Californian district (bottom right) is hard to find.
The Airbus A320's crew declared an emergency near the Belgium-Luxembourg border and diverted to Cologne Bonn Airport about 30 minutes after departing London Gatwick Airport for Paphos, Cyprus. Photos snapped by passengers show the plane surrounded by emergency vehicles, including several fire trucks, after it landed.
Cui Hongfang, from Heilongjiang Province in north-eastern China, hit the back of her head on a corner of the stone wall after she collided with the 38-year-old Canadian woman.
A report from the National Fraud Intelligence Bureau found that the average loss was nearly £900, with one holidaymaker being swindled out of £62,000 in a fraud relating to a timeshare scheme.
Gabriel Ng, from Seattle, spent countless hours filming Thailand's picturesque coastline, religious sites and scenes of everyday life using a camera attached to a remote control drone.
Multi-million pound yachts, private jets and exclusive bolt-holes are not only the preserve of the super rich. From private islands, stately homes (top right) and Jaguars (centre) to castles (bottom right) and 75ft yachts (bottom left), we bring you an expert guide to holidaying like millionaire, no six-figure salary necessary
An Air Canada flight from Germany to Toronto was forced to divert to Shannon Airport last night after an 87-year-old woman caused a disturbance on board.
The classy midfielder took to Twitter to advise that his the 'Bodega Iniesta' vineyard he owns in Castilla-La Mancha can be rented out.
Whether providing you with a complimentary pet for the duration of your stay or offering a 'best man for hire' service, these hotels are redefining what it means to go the extra mile for their guests.
Artist turned barista Zach Yonzon uses a spoon and a barbecue skewer dipped in chocolate to create customised portraits for guests and tourists to his Bunny Baker Cafe in Manila.
Landing a huge passenger jet when faced with strong crosswinds utilises all the skills of a pilot. And in this incredible footage shot at Birmingham Airport in the UK, the true nature of the difficulties of landing against a wind perpendicular to the runway is clear. The video was uploaded by Youtube user flugsnug, during night landings at the Midlands airport.
For those looking to step back in time for a weekend getaway, simply head to Airbnb for a plethora of rentals outfitted with interiors from yesteryear.
United Airlines lost Russell Henley's golf clubs on Sunday ahead of his Master's performance. Celebrity airport horror stories prove that regardless what they pay, they still have travel woes.
The high-end resort, of Martinhal, which opened in 2010, is renowned as being one of the best in the Algarve for a luxury family holiday.
Redditor Roxambops, aka Roxy de la Rosa posted the pictures of her dozing cousin Alex Elenes on the social networking site with the caption: 'Went to the Amazon, cousin slept everywhere.'
As passengers waited to collect their luggage from the baggage claim, they were in for a shock when they discovered a man asleep on the conveyor. The incredible footage was shot at Domodedovo Airport in Russia, and shows a man lying in the foetal position seemingly away with the fairies.
In a bid to find the perfect photograph, eight prolific Instagrammers were sent to the Isle of Skye by Europcar to capture 600 miles in three days using the hashtag #MovingSkyewards. Posting their breathtaking findings, that included a shot of the stunning Eilean Donan Castle by night (bottom right) to their combined following of over one million users, the team proved that Isle of Skye is the perfect road trip destination.
Actor Kit Harington, who plays the character Jon Snow on the hit HBO series, joked to late-night chat show host Seth Myers that Belfast (inset: Titanic museum) is 'wonderful for two or three days', drawing laughter from an audience. Harington said Belfast has a 'wonderful, depressing' tourism board and said the city is famous for 'having the most bombed hotel in Europe', building the doomed Titanic ocean liner, and hosting Game of Thrones, 'the most depressing TV show in history'.
While many main airports have codes which make sense, such as JFK in New York and LHR for Heathrow, there are some very unusual airport codes out there.
Five rescue flights will take off on tomorrow to prioritise the return of three groups of schoolchildren in Paris Charles de Gaulle, London Gatwick and Marrakech airports.
Two women, who were believed to be off-duty Ryanair members of staff, were passengers on the plane and were not in uniform when they entered the cockpit.
For the super rich who have everything, luxury submarines are the latest craze for adventurers and these sleek vessels are the best high-tech toys on the market. While some opt for superyachts that convert into submarines, such as the $2.3billion Migaloo, (bottom left), others can rent Lovers' Deep (bottom right) for romantic dates. The eco-friendly Trilobis 65 (top left and right) offer above and below water adventures and the speedy U-Boat Worx's creation (centre) offers near-360-degree views.
Shiba the dog uses his nose and paw to open a sliding glass window and greet curious visitors who have travelled to the Shimada Cigarette Shop from as far away as Britain or Taiwan.
The terrifying image shows the Boeing 737 after the left main landing gear detached upon landing, sending the aircraft skidding along the runway.
Armenia is a country in Eurasia's South Caucasus region famous for its mountainous landscapes and rich history ... but mainly, right now at least, for the fact Kim Kardashian and her posse are there.
It may be one of the biggest tourist attractions in the city, but in order to quell tensions between visitors and locals, groups of more than 15 will not be permitted to enter at peak times.
VisitScotland is promoting the country as the ideal wedding destination, following Scotland being named the most popular place to tie the knot in the UK - and tennis star, Andy Murray, clearly agrees.
If you ever wanted to go to the Mad Hatter's Tea Party or follow the white rabbit, one Lewis Carroll fan in Brighton has created two rental properties perfect for a wannabe Alice.
Sprawled over an island in a Siberian lake, Por-Bajin looks like a foreboding fortress or prison, with its regular structure and ruined sections (left). However some experts believe the isolated area may have been built to attract people instead imprisoning them, and suggest it was a summer palace, monastery, or an astronomical observatory (right). The spectacular site, which contains very few mysterious artifacts (inset), even has President Vladimir Putin confused, declaring: I have been to many places, I have seen many things, but I have never seen anything of the kind'.
Dustin Wong, 31, has journeyed from the Arctic Circle to Australia, capturing moments where men and women are alone with the power and splendour of the natural world.
Skier Zach Birnie was lucky to re-emerge alive after being buried by an avalanche on an off-piste slope in Revelstoke, Canada. The skier captured the terrifying incident on his camera.
If you ever wanted to go to the Mad Hatter's Tea Party or follow the white rabbit, one Lewis Carroll fan in Brighton has created two rental properties perfect for a wannabe Alice.
More than 250 fascinating and eclectic objects - with estimated values of £500 to £30,000 - will go under the hammer in the one-off, travel-themed auction at Christie's South Kensington.
These are some of the world's most luxurious, and expensive, one-night rentals in the world. From waking up to spectacular views of Mont Blanc and the Alps that stretch as far as the eye can see (inset) to a bungalow with a difference on your own private island (bottom left), these are the very definition of a luxury getaway. Luxury residences in Cannes, France (top left), Klosters, Switzerland (top right) and Phuket, Thailand (bottom right) are all up for grabs.
Jon Huxley, 46, hopes to cash in on the Fifty Shades of Grey effect and attract guests from the gay and swinging communities at his hotel Westward Ho! in Folkestone, Kent.
Arthur and Mo Kreitenberg, from Los Angeles have created a a robot, called the Germfalcon which uses ultra violet light to kill bacteria throughout aeroplane cabins.
The video produced for a news satire programme follows a Bible-toting and pot-smoking snowboarder named 'Jeff Randl', who lights up on a gondola and pushes his way past others on the mountain.
Travel search engine, Skyscanner, has devised a mathematical formula to find the 'perfect flight,' after surveying 2,000 international travellers on their flight preferences.
The French air traffic controllers called a two-day strike that started yesterday, and now workers at the most visited paid monument in the world have joined them in a solidarity move.
It took 11 cameras, a specially-enhanced slope and three days to set up the video which captures four times World Cup winner Marcel Hirscher.
Inspired by ancient Hawaiian beliefs in the sacredness of the landscape, Dustin Wong, 31, has journeyed from the Arctic Circle to Australia, capturing moments where men and women are alone with the power and splendour of the natural world.
Landlord Richard Stevenson, 32, had mascot Ollie the Owl snatched from the lounge area of the Admiral Rodney, in Nottingham, last month.
Set in a valley in the north-west corner of the state, The Shire of Montana is a 1,000 square foot guest house that boasts two bedrooms and a full kitchen - and doesn't have mobile phone service.
According to new data compiled and analysed by Skytrax, Kansai International Airport in Japan has never lost a piece of luggage in the 21 years that it's been open.
You don't need to go to the African savannahs or the Amazonian rainforests to find wild life. A British safari is extraordinarily rewarding.
Pam Wilkinson, 78, and Clifford Bunt, 75, inexplicably ended up with each other's passports after flying from Dubai to Heathrow.
Aviation company Boeing has just filed a patent for an 'upright' sleeping support system, which, if added to aircraft, would revolutionise passengers' ability to sleep in their cramped economy seats.
From the food you ate for dinner to the bags you lovingly packed for the plane, every detail of our 'luxurious' travels is documented for our social media feeds. However sometimes we are guilty of not showing the entire story, and the truth can paint a whole other picture. An Instagram snap from Beyonce (top left) makes it seem like visitors get exclusive access to the Mona Lisa at the Louvre, but tourists have to contend with crowds (top right). It's the same story at the Great Wall of China (bottom left), where visions of a peaceful stroll are ruined by large crowds (bottom right). Celebrities such as Justin Bieber (inset) are fuelling the average traveller's jealousy.
The unusual meet and greet is part of a ticket package offered by a Cambridge-based tour operator ahead of Pacino's three-city speaking tour in the UK and Ireland. But the 74-year-old actor, who has made millions over an illustrious career spanning six decades, is drawing criticism for the pricey promotion.
American Airlines have just introduced their new cabin playlists - featuring indie rockers such as The XX, Phantogram and Hozier - and passengers are already applauding the change.
The Geordie was going through customs, when staff discovered he had six tubs of the traditional pudding in his hand luggage along with several Greggs pies.
Cheques and letters signed by an executive arrived at passengers' homes within days, but some are hesitant to deposit the money because they want to join a class-action lawsuit.
Getting a selfie with a celebrity appears to be the latest craze, but two scuba girls from California prefer to take their photos with some more colourful creatures. Divers Margo Sanchez and Stephanie Adamson have been snapping exotic underwater life for nearly a decade.
In southern China, along the River Li, elderly fishermen keep a thousand year old tradition alive: fishing on reed rafts with only the help of a cormorant bird, a kerosene light source and a net.
The China National Tourism Administration said authorities will contact unruly citizens and ya even involve police, customs officers, border control and bank credit agencies.
As poor visibility struck between Svalbard and ice camp Barneo, the pilot made the decision to bring the plane down, and the due to the bumpy landing the aircraft's undercarriage was damaged.
Shinto Kanamara Matsuri, known as the Festival of the Steel Phallus, started as a small tradition in Kawasaki but has grown into a popular attraction for tourists who watch as locals carry three shrines.
David Moore and Janette Howell from New South Wales are leading a class action lawsuit after flooding in Europe shored their 'dream' river boat cruise trip.
In Salcombe, Devon, a seaside community known as 'Chelsea-on-Sea,' average property prices have skyrocketed in recent months, now topping even the most expensive London neighbourhoods.
Extreme sportsman and photographer Jay Alvarrez travels the world with his model girlfriend Alexis Rene taking envy-inducing snaps and sharing them on Instagram. From helicopter rides (bottom left) and romantic car journeys (top right) to their endless kissing snaps at the pool and on the beach (bottom right and top left) the impossibly beautiful couple share their surfer lifestyle (centre) with around two million followers.
A video of a young woman being led away in handcuffs - allegedly because she was sunbathing on a private Mexican beach reserved for paying foreigners - has sparked a heated debate in the North American country. Laura Alicia Caldero, 26, was handcuffed and forcibly removed from Mamitas Beach in the tourist resort of Playa del Carmen, and she claims it happened after she attempted to relax under the shade of a palm tree.
Sidonie, a well known Spanish group from Catalonia, wrote and performed a tongue-in-cheek song after receiving 'a lack of respect' from flight attendants during a Ryanair flight.
The altercation involving the captain and co-pilot erupted shortly before the plane made its 50-minute journey from Delhi to Jaipur, and reports suggest the co-pilot has faced similar accusations.
Game of Thrones fans will undoubtedly recognise the north of Iceland, namely Thingvellir National Park, from Arya's storyline and as the setting of the battle of the Hound and Brienne, in the North of Westeros.
Ferme de Montagne in the ski resort of Les Gets, is well placed in the giant Portes du Soleil area, which has 400 miles of groomed pistes, linked by 14 ski stations across the French-Swiss border.
Millions travel to the witness the spectacular Grand Canyon every year, but few are aware that this Arizona landscape is home to a tribe called the Havasupai, hidden away in the canyon's depths. More than 600 people are part of the Havasupai Tribe, which is the smallest Indian nation in the US and lives near to Havasu Falls, (bottom left). Visitors can reach the village of Supai with a hike through rugged terrain, by riding a mule or by helicopter.
Passengers' hand luggage will be searched before they board the plane, and anyone caught trying to sneak duty free booze into the cabin risks being kicked off the flight without a refund or compensation. Ryanair declined to explain the reason behind its decision, but it follows a handful of incidents involving rowdy behaviour. Two years ago 14 drunk men were booted off a flight that had to be diverted to an airport near Paris after they began causing trouble. Police said the men were so inebriated they thought they had landed in Ibiza.
Going from shop to shop to collect all of the essentials for a picnic can be a pain, so a made-to-order delivery service is making it easier for tourists to enjoy the French capital like a local.
Since the hit BBC series started airing estate agents said they have seen a rise in enquiries about the beachfront property, overlooking an ancient smugglers' cove, near Portreath.
With more than 6,000 books at guests' fingertips, each floor at the Library Hotel is dedicated to a Dewey Decimal System category, with each room decorated according to a genre.
Giles Milton went to Washington, DC to learn some tricks from House Of Cards - the hit US political TV series starring Kevin Spacey as the lead - on how best to neutralise your opponents.
For those looking to step back in time for a weekend getaway, simply head to Airbnb for a plethora of rentals outfitted with interiors from yesteryear. Whether you are looking to recreate the swinging '60s (pictured bottom left) or fancy the nostalgia of the '70s (top left), there's a rental style for all tastes. The '90s brought a toned-back clean look (top right) while the turn of the century saw technology mix with muted colour (bottom left).
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Idyllic islands, stunning waterfalls and giant Buddha statues: Drone captures Thailand's breathtaking scenery like it has never been seen before
Real tales of two cities: Bristol, Aberdeen and Kingston... places around the world that share a name but couldn't be more different
Chinese woman dies after being accidentally knocked over by Canadian tourist at Great Wall of China
EasyJet plane surrounded by emergency vehicles after report of smoke in cockpit forces emergency landing in Germany
British holidaymakers conned out of £2.2million by fake holiday letting websites, hackers and bogus airline tickets
An award-winning spa, a two Michelin star restaurant and a swimming pool with underwater music: Why celebrities are flocking to Pennyhill Park
Air Canada flight forced to divert to Ireland after 87-year-old woman causes disturbance on board and allegedly has to be restrained by cabin crew
Stay at Andrés Iniesta's house for just £90 after Barcelona footballer and Spanish World Cup winner lists his charming vineyard on Airbnb
Two million eyes on Scotland! Stunning photos reveal what happens when you send eight of the most influential Instagram users on a road trip together to the Isle of Skye
Vincent van Froth! Artist turned barista creates incredibly detailed caricatures in coffee foam, including legendary boxer Manny Pacquiao, at Manila cafe
Time travel through the decades! Airbnb showcases its most in-demand rentals decorated in signature period styles (you can even stay in a decked out campervan!)
If it's good enough for Ben Fogle! Chic and child-friendly Portuguese paradise offers luxury for all the family (and it even has its own baby concierge)
Britannia rules the waves: Basking in Britishness aboard P&O's newest cruise ship
Safari Britain: Forget Africa, a wealth of wildlife lies right here on our doorsteps
Messing about in boats: Exploring the unspoilt beauty (along with wolves and elks) in Poland's Lake District
Canine help you? Tourists from around the world flock to Tokyo tobacco shop where they are served by a cigarette-selling dog
Join the Mile Low Club! From a $2.3bn superyacht that travels underwater to two-person submarine pods... the billionaires' toys that explore the world BELOW the waterline
From the bluebonnets of Hill Country, Texas, to Japan's famed cherry tree blossoms: The most beautiful destinations in the world to spot spring in full swing
You know nothing, Jon Snow! 'Depressing' tourism bosses in Northern Ireland hit back after Game of Thrones star Kit Harington ridicules Belfast
OMG, flying SUX! The most unusual airport codes in the world (and why they have them)
From Bedlam to Beyonce's London hideaway: Inside the sleek hotel built on the site of the infamous psychiatric hospital
EasyJet launches 'rescue flights' to repatriate school groups and holidaymakers stranded abroad by 48-hour French air traffic controllers' strike
Eiffel Tower CLOSED and facing €387,500 in lost ticket sales after staff walk out in solidarity with national union strike
From unseen photos of Captain Scott's fateful expedition to a 177-year-old map of the world valued at £10,000: Incredibly rare travel items go up for auction at Christie's
Barcelona BANS large tourist groups from entering city's famous La Boqueria food market... so locals can do their weekly shop
Landing gear FALLS OFF plane moments after it touches down at East Midlands Airport, sending it skidding 380ft along runway
Just like the Blue Angels! Passenger films amazing moment his plane lands perfectly IN SYNC with another aircraft as they fly into San Francisco Airport
Rescued from obscurity! Vintage 1950s lifeboat transformed into a romantic Dutch hotel (but you'll need to know each other well, because the toilet is right next to the heart-shaped bed)
Shocking footage shows passengers fleeing private jet as fire breaks out on board moments before take-off
The ancient fortress that has historians - and even Putin - baffled: Nobody knows why spectacular 1,300-year-old Siberian island fort was built... or why it was abandoned
Buried alive: Helmet camera captures terrifying footage and panicked screams of off-piste skier as he swept up by avalanche
Instagram vs reality: What travel really looks like without a filter (and why you shouldn't trust your favourite celebrity's holiday snaps)
'We don't love Ryanair!': Spanish rockers perform sarcastic ballad about airline's customer service on flight as passengers sing along
Bikini-clad local woman arrested and kicked off Mexican beach 'for sunbathing under a palm tree' in area reserved for tourists
Air India pilots removed from duty after co-pilot 'misbehaved and struck captain' during fight in cockpit
From Game of Thrones to Thor: Iceland sees tourism boom as a favourite filming spot for hit TV shows and Hollywood blockbusters
A masterpiece of Islamic architecture: Breathtaking photos capture ornate beauty of Abu Dhabi's Sheikh Zayed Grand Mosque
Water fights in Hungary and horseback parades in Germany: Easter celebrated with unusual traditions around the world
Dog fluff art, baffling plays and some of the best galleries on the planet: Inside Nu York's cultural revolution
Ryanair bans booze on notorious party flight from Glasgow Prestwick Airport to Ibiza after rowdy behaviour sparks concerns about passenger safety
Poldark craze sparks interest in Cornish property with stunning views of the sea and two cottages connected by a lift... but it will set you back £3million
In the footsteps of the Lannisters: Game of Thrones fans flock to real-life King's Landing and Dorne ahead of series five premiere
Red wine, cheese, gourmet crisps and foie gras: Paris company delivers made-to-order picnics to tourists who can't be bothered to pack their own
From erotic literature to Native American religion: New York hotel inspired by Dewey Decimal System is every bibliophile's dream
Do you need a key to start a plane? Can a cabin door open mid-flight? And where do pilots sleep at 35,000ft? The answers to every question you've ever had about flying
Germanwings plane forced to land in Venice after passenger and cabin crew member suffered 'acute feeling of sickness' on flight
From dancing at Coachella to sunning it up in the Hamptons: The best holiday destinations for celebrity spotting this summer
'Disgusting vandal' sought after human excrement discovered on floor inside London Midland train carriage
Looking for love in all the right places: Website seeks 'date explorer' to travel around the world and mingle with locals (without paying a penny)
Splashing out in Dubai: Olympic star Rebecca Adlington finds the perfect resort to prepare for motherhood
Wish you were us? This impossibly beautiful couple's travel snaps will always trump yours (no wonder they have two million followers on Instagram)
The most powerful passports in the world revealed (and the ones that barely let you travel anywhere)
Welcome to Malaga - the new Barcelona! City's multi-million pound regeneration project makes it one of Europe's hippest destinations
History on the run: A journey through Jerusalem's rich 3,000-year past begins with a 42.2km race through the city streets
The brighter side of Somalia: Woman's pictures of stunning beaches and children playing happily in the sea attract 68,000 Instagram fans
The celebrity haven nobody has heard of: Why supermodels and Hollywood stars are flocking to a fishing village in Uruguay
Free Facebook access for a sky high selfie, mood lighting and a full length bathroom mirror: Virgin's economy class gets an upgrade
Would you pay $2,000 A NIGHT for an overwater bungalow at Walt Disney World? Orlando resort unveils new villas... but they're not for the budget traveller
Forget New York and London... the fastest-growing cities for multi-millionaires are Ho Chi Minh City and Houston
For high-flyers only! Gold trim, white leather and a cruising speed of 178mph... the deluxe helicopter on sale for $15MILLION
Loose tiles, peeling wallpaper and an invite to a party with escorts: Couple and two-year-old son abandon room and spend night in reception at 'unsafe' hotel
GPS tracking device for pets launched on flights so owners know location, temperature and condition of their pets at every stage of journey
Below the surface of Laos: Kayakers capture incredible rock formations and emerald green waters of immense cave system
Preparing for the tourist invasion: Airbnb allows American travellers to book flats and private rooms in Cuba for the first time
Some like it hot (and cold): Daredevil skier tears up the slopes on and active VOLCANO... as lava bubbles behind him
Spend a night behind bars! Former Liverpool prison turned into luxury hotel... complete with inmates' artwork on 'cell' walls
Taking to the skies on a flying SNOWMOBILE! Moment Finnish daredevil drives off the edge of a mountain... and paraglides to the ground
'Thank you for taking me home': Air passenger leaves handwritten letter of thanks for pilots in bid to 'spread compassion' following Germanwings tragedy
How to beat the dreaded jet lag: Infographic reveals how you can get your long-haul holiday off to the best start
British Airways insists personal details have not been stolen after airline reveals tens of thousands of their frequent flyer accounts have been hacked
The carpet that broke the internet: People flock to say a final farewell to Portland Airport's cult flooring that has more selfies than Kim Kardashian (probably!)
What hand-some pictures! British couple travel the world taking photos of 'thumbs up' in front of every major landmark
Souk up the sun: Lose yourself in the hustle and bustle of Marrakech before unwinding at the romantic Medina Gardens
Costa Rica, a tropical paradise filled with long stretches of unspoiled beaches, dense jungles, exotic wildlife and smouldering volcanoes - 'pura vida' indeed
The Austrian capital will the host the Eurovision Song Contest this year... here are six things you must do in Vienna once the show is over
Great outdoors to be explored: How to make the most of the longer days
Whet your appetite with a trip to Valencia: The home of paella makes for a delicious break
Spring into Easter! Celebrate with seaside family treats that will blow the cobwebs away
The ultimate European road trip! Travelling 16,000 miles and taking in 45 places, U.S. scientist maps out the perfect getaway
Jet Airways passenger opens emergency exit and leaps 15ft down to the tarmac after plane landed in Mumbai before exiting the airport without being apprehended
From the castle that inspired Walt Disney to a glowing beach in the Maldives: The world's best fairy-tale destinations to feel like a real-life Cinderella
'Sign the petition!' Footage reveals how Paris scammers target tourists with bogus causes and demands for donations
The buffet is open! Stunning photographs show sharks, dolphins, birds and a whale feasting on NINE MILLION sardines
Kayaking in the Mangroves, food fit for a king and the Grand Mosque at sunset: It's little wonder Abu Dhabi is known as the Arabian Jewell
You're doing it all wrong! How to cram a month's worth of clothing into hand luggage allowed by most budget airlines
With nine restaurants, black marble bath tubs and service with a genuine smile, Grenada's luxury all-inclusive Sandals La Source slays the cynics
A game of other halves: Jenny Cowley finds beaches and beauty in Croatia ... while her husband shouts at the football
Fancy a voyage? Make a cruise agent your first port of call who can ensure you pick your perfect itinerary
Downton on rails: Finding Burma's soul via train and rail from Singapore to Mandalay
Vilnius, Budapest and Riga offer best bargains for Britons this spring as more holidaymakers choose city breaks over beach getaways
Have at least 30,000 Instagram followers, maintain your Klout score and use hashtags: How to use social media to bag a luxury holiday or free hotel stay
From a breathtaking Italian vineyard to Australia's Gold Coast: How one adventurous couple stays in amazing destinations for FREE
From scoring a free upgrade to sleeping in comfort at 35,000ft: The ultimate guide to what you should REALLY wear on a plane
From a patch of brown dirt to 'The Happiest Place on Earth': Time-lapse reveals how original Disneyland was built 60 years ago
Big, brash and beautiful: A captivating water world in the middle of the desert... and one of Kim Kardashian's favourite luxury hotels
Keep your lips locked: Popular Indian tourist village in Goa bans 'obscene' public displays of affection... so where else is kissing is a crime?
Wish you were here? Beyonce, Miranda Kerr and Lady Gaga share 'smug yoga' holiday selfies atop beaches, rocks and yachts
Now that's a wake-up call! Florida hotel blasts theme from The Lion King every morning to wake up hungover spring breakers
The face of 30: From an African mother to the New Yorker who fears failure, photographs explore people's lives as they reach milestone birthday
What REALLY went down on the real life Hangover: Photos from epic Thailand trip which began as just a quiet beer in a Middlesbrough pub
Are these the most dangerous holiday snaps ever taken? Tourists brave 800-FOOT drop to stand on boulder wedged between cliffs
From William Shakespeare's 'cursed' tomb to Henry VIII's underground vault: The most visited grave sites in Britain revealed
Algarve and Tenerife named best bargain spots for Britons planning last-minute Easter getaways... with Italy and France offering more expensive breaks
Is this the best police force in the world? Officers in Reykjavik dress up as Star Wars characters and play with kittens in amazing Instagram photos
Hitler portraits, swastikas, and waiters dressed in SS uniforms: Indonesia's controversial Nazi-themed cafe defies critics and death threats
Lyme disease in Scotland, parasites in Corsica and West Nile virus in America: The most unusual illnesses you wouldn't expect to get while on holiday
Jordan's Queen Rania says Britons should consider Middle Eastern kingdom a 'safe' holiday destination despite 'bad neighbours' and ISIS threat
Making history: New Russell Crowe movie on bloody World War I battle becomes first to film inside Istanbul's Blue Mosque
How safe is the Airbus A320? 'Workhorse' is still one of world's most reliable planes despite Germanwings crash in French Alps, say experts
Before bland meals in economy, overpriced booze and plastic forks: Fascinating photos reveal what it was like to eat on a plane amid air travel's glory days
'I spent more time popping to the toilet than popping the question': Holidaymakers sue Thomas Cook after salmonella poisoning 'ruins engagement'
Employee of the year? Alaska Airlines worker pays for stranded customer's flight home after ticket mix-up
More than half of British parents willing to take their children out of school to avoid high prices on holidays... even though they risk fines of £60 per pupil
A night at the museum (for £1,000): Inside the Emperor's suite at Vienna's Schonbrunn Palace where tourists can now stay overnight
Teenage boys in critical condition, parents also in hospital after Delaware family 'poisoned by pesticide' on Caribbean holiday
Ramen noodle baths, cactus massages and a 'womb room': Weirdest spa retreat treatments from around the globe revealed
Is this the world's most opulent riverboat? Inside Uniworld's Baroque-inspired floating palace where cabin prices start at £2,500
That really is a mini-break! Magical balcony that extends 30ft into the air to offer a 15 minute escape from everyday life
Do they call this whale mail? The quaint German village where the post is still delivered by boat through a network of canals
Blagoveshtenie: Bulgarian children dance in embroidered masks made from animal fur to scare 'evil spirits' and welcome spring
'Quiet beer' in the local pub turns into 7,000-mile trip to Thailand for two friends from Middlesbrough... with just a Tesco carrier bag filled with clothes
Gatwick police unveil new £11,000 crime-fighting machine that will help them whizz to emergencies at 25mph (but does it look like a Raptor to you?)
'There is a huge animal in the f****** bush!' Game ranger launches angry tirade at German tourist who ignored orders to keep his distance on safari
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