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Treat the globetrotter in your life to a thoughtful present this Christmas. From the best presents for techies to fun finds for kids and the one thing luxury travellers won't already own, we've picked the top travel Christmas gifts for all budgets. Whether you're looking to splurge or save, we've got some great gift ideas for every type of traveller. Related...
Hotel guests at the Mfuwe Lodge in Zambia will have no need to go out on safari, after a hungry herd of elephants wandered into their lobby. The safari lodge happens to be built next to their favourite mango tree, and the elephants always visit when the fruit ripens every year. Ian Salisbury, from Lancashire, general manager of the lodge in Zambia's South Luangwa National Park, managed to...
Make the most of the snow this winter on a magical getaway with cosy cabins, reindeer and icy adventures. If you're not a fan of skiing but want to experience beautiful snow-covered landscapes, there are a few breathtaking spots where you can enjoy the romance of winter without the crowds. Lapland is a popular choice for its epic scenery, family-friendly activities and unique culture. And if...
A baby orangutan has been bringing festive cheer to visitors at Paignton Zoo in Devon. Bornean orangutan Tatau was born at the zoo in April, but has now been on public display. She has been raised naturally by her mother Mali, one of five orangutans at the zoo. Paignton Zoo Zoo spokesman Philip Knowling told the Plymouth Herald: "Mali has been such a good mother. She just quietly gets on...
Five porpoises were seen swimming between Tower Bridge and the Thames Barrier in London on Friday morning. The Metropolitan Police's Marine Policing Unit said the pod was seen moving to the Lambeth area, before three of them disappeared from view, leaving two heading west past Battersea Power Station. Speaking to the Daily Telegraph, The Marine Conservation Society said it was rare to see...
Britons have expressed their true feelings about the prospect of a White Christmas this year and almost half of UK adults have said they would like it to snow where they live this Christmas. A new survey by The Weather Channel found that while 49 per cent are wishing for snow, 45 per cent of British adults worry it would cause havoc to their travel plans. The poll revealed that households...
Caters These pictures show the moment a disgruntled crocodile realised he was having his picture snapped. The crocodile snuck up on the photographer, Octavio Aburto, as he took underwater photos in Mexico. Octavio used his 20-year experience - and a lot of bravery - to keep his cool and take the pictures of the croc's toothy grin. He told Caters News: "I had around 3 or 4 metres of...
Stephen Fry has been named the nation's dream celebrity holiday companion, according to a new Radio Times poll. The writer and presenter beat off competition from David Beckham (who came a paltry second), Joanna Lumley and Kelly Brook in the survey. Speaking to the Belfast Telegraph, Jade Bremner, Radio Times travel editor, said: "I'm not surprised at all. Stephen Fry is a born traveller...
Looking for the perfect accessories for your next holiday? How about a tablet, waterproof smartphone and an adventure-proof camcorder? We've teamed up with Sony to celebrate the launch of the Xperia Z1 smartphone and Z1 HIDDEN by offering you the chance to win an amazing prize of an Xperia Z1, Xperia Tablet Z and Sony Action Cam, worth over £1,000. Enter our free competition to win!
� Calling all amateur photographers! The Sony Photography Awards 2014 needs your photos. Photographers of all nationalities, ages, backgrounds and experience levels are being invited to enter the competition, which offers ten diverse categories, from Action to Travel. This year, the Huffington Post's Lifestyle editor, Poorna Bell, will be on the judging panel, as well as Simon Barnett,...
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Ever wanted to break with tradition and enjoy a cosy Christmas break for two by the sea? We're giving you the chance to win Christmas Eve and Christmas Day at The Cornwall Hotel Spa & Estate. You and a guest will enjoy festive meals and activities with accommodation at the coastal hotel. Enter our free competition to win!
The coldest ever temperature on Earth has been recorded as -94.7C in East Antarctica. Scientists reviewed NASA satellite data which showed that temperatures dropped to -135.8F in August 2010. According to the BBC, the previous record low was -89.2C, also measured in Antarctica. "These very low temperatures are hard to imagine, I know," said Ted Scambos from the US National Snow and Ice...
If you're going to be in London around London, you're in for a treat. The capital really goes to town for the festive season, and there's so much to see and do for visitors. Of course, there are all the iconic sights to see, including the famous giant Christmas tree in Trafalgar square, the Christmas markets that spring up across the city, and the incredible light displays an illuminations that...
Getty Angelina Jolie has been banned from flying her private plane after its registration was not renewed in time. The NY Post reports: "According to Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) documents, the 38-year-old movie star did not file a new airworthiness certificate for her $360,000 red-and-white Cirrus SR-22 before the current certificate expired 30 June." According to Fox News, a...
Insect bites can ruin a holiday, but count yourself lucky if all you get is a nasty nip from a mosquito. There are a lot worse out there, with all sorts of dangerous insects whose bites can be life-threatening, from the furry-but-deadly to the tiny-yet-terrifying. But don't be fooled by appearances: sSome of the most potent insects look rather unassuming. If you thought ants were harmless, for...
The second instalment of The Hobbit film series, The Hobbit: The Desolation of Smaug is released in the UK on 13 December and will transport J.R R Tolkien fans back to Middle-earth. While avid Hobbit enthusiasts flock to New Zealand for their movie-inspired getaways, we've found a few fantasy-themed hideaways in the UK and elsewhere for you to experience a Hobbit-style holiday of your own...
