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The 12 things our editors never do on a flight

What do you always avoid doing when you fly? We asked our editors about the things they never do on a flight

How to get a free hotel upgrade: 5 tips that actually work

Travel experts and insiders let us in on the secrets to scoring a free hotel room upgrade
Inspiration

When is the next bank holiday? The UK bank holidays in 2024

Here are the UK bank holiday 2024 dates to put in your diary now and make the most of the extra time off

These are the skincare products flight attendants swear by

What really happens to your skin on a flight? We talk to a dermatologist to find out, and get top tips from cabin crew on how to take care of your skin on a flight
Insider Tips

Find out where you should go on holiday next at The Luxury Travel Fair 2022

The travel world's most influential event returns with a stellar line-up of knowledgeable experts and experiences

5 business class seats that are actually worth the price tag

With private suites and gourmet meals, these are business-class seats you'll want to splurge for.

Flying as a wheelchair user is never easy – but these 6 tips help me every time

From the items to pack to knowing your rights, avid traveller Cory Lee shares his tips for safer, more comfortable, and less stressful flights with a wheelchair

When to tip and when not to tip? Our city-by-city guide

The ultimate guide to tipping around the world

London City Airport is scrapping the 100ml liquids rule in time for the Easter holidays

Under the new rules, travellers will be able to travel with two litre bottles of liquids in their hand luggage

These packing tips from the experts are the key to maximising space on your next adventure

Lighten your load with these efficient packing tips from organisation experts and frequent travellers

The 23 best places to go in 2023

For Indigenous-led wildlife experiences, design-forward stays, and expedition sailings.
Dubai

The best things to do in Dubai

From the essentials to local’s insider tips and new openings

9 new concepts that are transforming the tourism industry, from language-translating glasses to emissions-free cruises

These innovative initiatives have the power to shift how we travel
Style & Culture

How early should you get to the airport?

It’s best to give yourself some extra time before your flight — here's how early you should get to the airport if you want a stress-free trip

Egypt: the inside track

Egypt has long reeled in travellers – today it is an epic destination where ancient and modern combine. Rebecca Misner gets the inside track