Video: Terrifying moment pilot crash-lands after plane's engine cuts out at...
A cockpit camera has captured the terrifying moment a microlight's engine cuts out in mid-air, forcing the pilot to make an emergency crash-landing. Aviator John Merriman, 53, was making a solo flight...
View ArticleBritain's best Christmas markets
The smell of mulled wine, German sausage and roasting chestnuts returns to cities around Britain this winter at the Christmas markets. Perfect for picking up gifts for loved ones, sampling European and...
View ArticleSkiers and snowboarders hit the slopes... in Cumbria
There's no need to head for the Alps or Pyrenees in Europe as England's own top ski resort Yad Moss in Cumbria experienced overnight snowfall on Thursday, giving skiers and snowboarders the chance to...
View ArticleKate Moss to celebrate 40th birthday at Sir Richard Branson's Necker Island?
When you're one of the world's most successful supermodels, it's only right that you celebrate your 40th birthday in style. So what better place than Sir Richard Branson's exclusive Caribbean hideaway,...
View ArticleWin! A UK break with Solos Holidays
Enter our free competition to win a UK break for one with Solos Holidays, worth up to £400. We're giving you the chance to choose from a selection of short stays for single travellers, ranging from...
View ArticleWin! A festive family break in Glasgow at the IRN-BRU Carnival
Fancy some festive fun in Glasgow this winter? Enter our free competition to win a family break in the Scottish city with tickets to the IRN-BRU Carnival at the SECC and an overnight stay for four at...
View ArticleChris Hemsworth and family rescued in catamaran drama off Canary Islands
Chris Hemsowrth and his pregnant wife and 18-month-old daughter had to be rescued by coastguards when their catamaran ran aground on Sunday night. The Thor actor is currently in the Canary Islands...
View ArticleReturn to third class travel? Seats to be ripped out for cheaper trains
A plan to rip out train seats in some train carriages in the UK could help passengers save hundreds of pounds, says a new report. The idea, proposed by the Institute of Economic Affairs, is to create...
View ArticleReturn to third class travel? Seats could be ripped out for cheaper trains
A plan to rip out train seats in some train carriages in the UK could help passengers and train companies save millions of pounds, says a new report. The idea to create standing-room only carriages is...
View ArticleVideo: Justin Bieber jumps off huge cliff on holiday in Hawaii
We hope he's got holiday insurance! Justin Bieber showed off the daredevil inside him after taking the plunge and jumping off a huge cliff while on holiday in Hawaii last week. The Biebs looked...
View ArticleUFO sightings: Best places to go spotting around the world
Where are the best countries to spot a UFO? Some places (including quite a few in the UK) seem to be riddled with the things. So if you're up for doing a bit of chasing, it's wise to choose your spot...
View ArticleChristmas in London: top three things to do
It's beginning to look a lot like Christmas in London. The lights are on, the windows are decorated, the ice rinks are open and the Christmas markets are in full swing. The world's best capital city...
View ArticleVideo: TV presenter in close call as Arctic glacier collapses above boat
The moment TV presenter Steve Leonard got a little too close for comfort to a collapsing Arctic glacier has been caught on camera. Steve was filming a BBC documentary, Incredible Journeys, with Arctic...
View ArticleThe UK's best skating rinks for winter 2013
One of the best things to do during winter is glide around an open-air ice rink. Whether you're looking for the most romantic, fun or family-friendly ice rink for a day out skating, we've rounded up...
View ArticleCute video: Sea lion pup jumps on British tourist's kayak in New Zealand
British holidaymaker Georgia Stephens got a super-cute surprise when a young sea lion pup suddenly jumped aboard her kayak for a cuddle. She was out in open water near Adele Island in the Abel Tasman...
View ArticleBillionaire buys disused Tube station for £50 million
A mystery Ukrainian billionaire has snapped up the disused Brompton Rd Tube station for an eye-watering £50million. The station was on the Piccadilly Line and once housed Winston Churchill's...
View ArticleAmazing photos capture fog filling Grand Canyon in rare weather phenomenon
A once-in-a-decade natural phenomenon at the Grand Canyon saw the National Park fill with fog in a spectacular treat for visitors to the world-famous attraction. The Grand Canyon National Park posted...
View ArticleAnd the world's best low-cost airline is... (Clue: It's not Ryanair)
Air Asia has been named the world's leading budget airline at the World Travel Awards. The low-cost Asian carrier beat eight other nominees including easyJet, Southwest Airlines, Air Arabia, Air...
View ArticleWin! His and hers Wed'ze Procarve ski jackets, courtesy of Decathlon
Enter our free competition to win two Wed'ze Procarve ski jackets from Decathlon. We're giving you the chance to win the men and women's breathtable and waterproof coats, worth £309.98. Enter now to...
View ArticleWin! A stylish weekend break for two in London
Enter our free competition to win a two-night weekend break at the stylish Chiswick Moran Hotel in West London. The winner and a companion will be welcomed with cocktails and enjoy a three-course...
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