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Travel

48 hours In: Catania

Even in winter, this Sicilian city charms with colourful festivities, delicious food and dramatic scenery, says Duncan Garwood

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Inside Travel

Born again Johannesburg

Wednesday, 1 February 2012

Just a decade ago, downtown Johannesburg was arguably the most dangerous cityscape on the planet.
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48 hours In: Hong Kong

Monday, 30 January 2012

The Chinese New Year celebrations are still going strong in the colourful city-state as residents welcome the Year of the Dragon. Matthew Bell explores its high-rise delights
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48 hours In: Las Palmas

Monday, 23 January 2012

With its warm winter sunshine, an impressive urban beach, vibrant nightlife and chic shopping, Gran Canaria’s capital is an alluring prospect for Matthew Hirtes
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bmibaby flight change to help Ajax clash Manchester United fans

Monday, 23 January 2012

With excitement building among Northern Ireland Manchester United fans as the UEFA Europa League knockout match against AFC Ajax draws nearer, bmibaby has changed its schedule to ensure that supporters are able to make it to the game on time.
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48 hours In: San Diego

Wednesday, 18 January 2012

A mild and sunny winter awaits those who want to explore California’s activity-packed second-biggest city. Simon Calder reports
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5 summer holiday ideas for 2012

Tuesday, 17 January 2012

If the chilly Belfast winter has left you longing for some sunshine and dreaming of exotic climes, why not banish the post-Christmas blues and give yourself something to look forward to by planning your 2012 summer holiday?
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Costa Concordia disaster may cost billions

Tuesday, 17 January 2012

The Costa Concordia disaster off Tuscany could cause major damage to the cruise ship industry in the near future - although the insurance industry may bear the brunt in the long-term.

48 hours In: Nairobi

Monday, 9 January 2012

Warm days and wildlife on your doorstep make Kenya’s capital an appealing place in which to escape winter, says Richard Trillo
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48 hours In: Jerusalem

Tuesday, 3 January 2012

Every step you take in this holy city reveals an aspect of its history.
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Carrick-a-Rede rope bridge open all year

Friday, 30 December 2011

Even in the mildest weather, it isn't for the faint-hearted.
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Revealed: what makes us huff on our holidays

Friday, 30 December 2011

Northern Ireland holidaymakers spend their foreign breaks arguing about money, drinking and the kids.
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No longer a bridge too far: Arnhem / Nijmegen, the Netherlands

Wednesday, 28 December 2011

Battlefield tourism is today one of the few growth areas in an otherwise struggling travel industry. What used to be mainly pilgrimages for veterans and their families have now become fascinating excursions for anyone with a sense of history.
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Normandy, France: Jazz under the apple trees

Wednesday, 28 December 2011

Pleasant exercise, great music – it was a brilliant concept, with two groups of around 60 each, leisurely cycling through the verdant countryside of Normandy between venues of the 30th annual Jazz Sous Les Pommiers (‘Jazz Under The Apple Trees’) festival.
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