9 jaw-dropping photos of UK’s busiest train station’s £1.2bn transformation project
The project, which is set to begin in 2029, will see the station double in capacity.
The project, which is set to begin in 2029, will see the station double in capacity.
Former flight attendant turned travel expert Jane Hawkes has told the Mirror what really happens if a passenger dies aboard an aircraft, while dispelling one widely circulated myth
In celebration of the 100th anniversary of Route 66, the City of Chicago will formally recognize Navy Pier as the starting point of the iconic roadway. “This move symbolizes how Route 66 continues to evolve while honoring its roots,” said Mayor Brandon Johnson. “From the shores of Lake Michigan to the shores of the Pacific Ocean, Route 66 represents the ultimate American journey.” The dedication ceremony celebrating the new starting point of Route 66 and its enduring role in American history, culture, and adventure will take place on March 25, 2026.
Divers supporting ocean conservation are going to unusual lengths (or depths) to do it. These are not marketing stunts or travel fantasies. They are the real-world experiences driving participation in the 2026 Online SCUBA Travel Auction hosted by Sea Save Foundation, featuring 60+ carefully curated, bucket-list dive travel packages from around the world.
Overseas Adventure Travel (O.A.T.), a leader in small-group adventures for travelers over 50, today announced the launch of its 2027 Immersions collection, an expanded portfolio of thoughtfully designed journeys that go beyond traditional sightseeing, offering deeper cultural connection in a format that fits today’s travel schedules.
Travellers planning a March school holiday trip, Easter getaway or spring break in Singapore can now enjoy special savings and spacious five-star comfort at Grand Park City Hall, a centrally located luxury hotel in the heart of the city. With exclusive seasonal offers and flexible room options, it’s an ideal choice for those searching for a family-friendly hotel in Singapore city centre or a premium stay close to top attractions.
Circus Circus Las Vegas, Las Vegas’ most family-friendly hotel and resort, debuted its new traditional-style bingo hall and expanded coin operated slot machine gaming floor. Designed as a throwback bingo experience, the hall will accommodate 255 players per session, and feature five sessions kicking off at 3 p.m. Thursdays through Sundays, starting today.
World-Famous Laugh Factory will celebrate the Grand Opening of its new, 250-seat club at Horseshoe Las Vegas in the heart of the Strip this weekend by featuring six sold-out shows headlined by Concrete and Jamie Kennedy. For a dozen years, Laugh Factory operated a club at the Tropicana Las Vegas. It closed in October 2024 when the hotel was demolished to make way for a 30,000-seat stadium that will be the new home of the Oakland Athletics.
The Baltimore Marriott Waterfront is proud to announce its 25th anniversary, marking a quarter-century as a cornerstone of hospitality on Baltimore’s iconic Inner Harbor. Since opening in 2001, the hotel has welcomed millions of guests, hosted world-class meetings and events, and served as a vibrant hub for both travelers and the local community.
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Looking for the best places to hit the snow? Travel editors Annabel Grossman and Ted Thornhill break down their standout ski destinations, from Val Thorens in the French Alps and Corvara in the Italian Dolomites , to Niseko in Hokkaido , Japan, plus two of Canada’s top ski towns.
Writers from George Eliot to Goethe put this Lombardy town on the map, then it fell out of fashion. Today it makes a picture-perfect alternative to the Italian lakes The ancient settlement of Chiavenna, in Lombardy, near Italy’s border with Switzerland, was once well known among travellers. “Lovely Chiavenna … mountain peaks, huge boulders, with rippling miniature torrents and lovely young flowers … and grassy heights with rich Spanish chestnuts,” wrote George Eliot in 1860. Eliot wasn’t the only writer to rhapsodise about this charming town. Edith Wharton described it as “fantastically picturesque … an exuberance of rococo”. For Mary Shelley it was “paradise … glowing in rich and sunny vegetation”, while Goethe described it as “like a dream”. Continue reading...
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The 120-acre National Trust site near Masham features 18th-century grottos, waterfalls and ruins hidden within ancient woodland on the edge of the Yorkshire Dales
This National Trust ancient woodland in North Yorkshire has waterfalls, historic ruins and stunning views near the Yorkshire Dales