Your eyes DO deceive you: Amazing footage shows the fascinating ‘Strange Slope’ optical illusion in China where cyclists freewheel ‘uphill’ ‘Strange Slope’ can be found 30km (18.6 miles) northeast of the city of Shenyang Videos show cyclists seemingly freewheeling while going ‘up’ the slope An optical sciences expert said the near vanishing point contributes to … Read more
Cruises are famous for round-the-clock feasting. But often there is only just time to grab a croissant from the breakfast buffet before heading ashore on an excursion. So when the pace changes on days at sea, there is nothing to beat the ultimate treat of a lie-in followed by brunch. Here’s my pick of scrumptious … Read more
Every week our Holiday Hero Neil Simpson takes an in-depth look at a brilliant holiday topic, doing all the legwork so you don’t have to. This week: crossing Europe by night train. Night trains are among the most atmospheric ways to cross Europe, and they’re roaring back into fashion in time for summer. ‘Sleeper trains … Read more
Radio presenter and former Old Grey Whistle Test host Bob Harris talks about his travels and reveals why he doesn’t like the ‘vibe’ in Miami… but loves Nashville By York Membery for the Daily Mail Published: 09:22 GMT, 5 March 2022 | Updated: 09:50 GMT, 5 March 2022 Bob Harris checks in to our travel … Read more
A new Norwegian Cruise Line ship will debut next year – and recently released renderings offer a tour around the stunning vessel. Norwegian Viva, which will sail on its maiden voyage in June 2023, is currently being built by the Italian shipbuilder Fincantieri in Marghera, Italy. Rather than drawing up the ship from scratch, Norwegian mirrored … Read more
For the first time in almost two years, Australia is opening its borders. To celebrate – and to inspire – here’s a list of stunning Airbnbs that for a long time have been the sole enjoyment of Aussie residents. These abodes have been revealed by Airbnb as the eight most ‘wish-listed’ properties in its … Read more
Florida’s historic Old Seven Mile Bridge – which originally carried steam trains – reopens after $44million renovation for cyclists and walkers Drone pictures show the stunning bridge in Florida, which took over four years to refurbish Visitors are now able to once again walk, cycle and skate across the picturesque archipelago The bridge leads to … Read more
Revealed: New ship called Queen Anne will join the Cunard fleet in 2024, with tickets on sale for her first voyages this May The name celebrates Cunard’s ‘rich heritage, royal history and refined status’ It will make up a quartet of Queen Mary 2, Queen Victoria and Queen Elizabeth Footage offers a glimpse inside the … Read more
The first Bentley-branded residential tower in the world will open for sale this month. It’s called Bentley Residences Miami and the British luxury car manufacturer is officially launching the sales gallery for the 749ft- (228m-) high complex, which will rise over Miami’s Sunny Isles Beach, in the coming days. The tower, set for completion in … Read more
Bulgaria has been named the cheapest place in Europe for Britons to go skiing for the fourth year running, followed by Italy, a new ranking has revealed. At the other end of the spectrum, Swiss ski resorts remain the priciest. Overall, prices have dropped for a week’s holiday on the slopes in two-thirds of the … Read more