Should I cancel my travel plans in light of the coronavirus outbreak?

The coronavirus outbreak has left people around the world wondering whether they should cancel or postpone pending travel plans. If you’re one of the many people feeling anxious about an upcoming trip, remember that while your decision to stay or go should always prioritise safety, that decision should be based on facts instead of fear.

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These railway stations have been voted best in Europe

Many people are actively striving to travel by train rather than fly these days as a means of reducing carbon emissions. With that in mind, it may be helpful to know the railway stations that have been voted most passenger-friendly in Europe.

French ski resorts airlift snow to bare slopes after unusually warm winter

An unusually warm winter has resulted in a severe lack of snow in lower altitude French ski resorts, forcing owners to airlift snow by helicopter.

Is jet lag worse when flying east or west?

Jet lag can be a major impediment when travelling long distances – but is it worse in different parts of the world, or moving to and from particular time zones?

Inside Pompeii's House of Lovers as it reopens to the public after 40 years

Pompeii's House of Lovers has opened to the public for the first time in 40 years, offering visitors a clearer picture of a life interrupted and an ancient city in flight.

Highlights of Budapest

From soaking in muscle-melting waters at centuries-old thermal baths to romantic rendezvous above the city or travelling back in time at a 19th-century coffeehouse, Budapest has a little something for everyone. Here’s a list of highlights you can’t miss on a trip to Hungary’s vibrant capital.

Top 25 free things to do in New York City

Seeing New York City's biggest attractions can mean spending a hefty chunk of your trip budget on entry tickets. Empire State Building? $42. The Guggenheim and the Whitney both go for $25. But there's a load of fun to be had without ever handing over a cent, and not just by taking on park trails, bike paths, beach boardwalks, or window-shopping.