Passengers are often left fuming in the airport waiting rooms is probably not all that surprising, but now we know just how common, and how significant the delays can be.

Here’s how to pass the time if you’re one of the millions left stranded. Your options range from visiting the dentist to Celine Dion…

In the era of the bucket list and the Instagram feed, there’s a high premium on keeping everything fresh and new.

Every year brings a new round of not-quite-identical smartphones, every month brings a new wellness fad, and ASOS recently changed their returns policy to stop people buying an item of clothing, snapping a photo for the ‘gram, and then returning it.

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It was National Unicorn Day yesterday (April 9th): A magical 24 hours when we’re licensed to celebrate all things horned, hooved, and hypothetical.

And from Dundee to the South China Sea, there are plenty of destinations to indulge in your love for the mythical creatures.

Here’s just a few of them…

A good book can transport you to endless wonderful places; but what about actually travelling in honour of a decent read?

Whether it’s to meet inspirational authors or discover the roots of classic stories, literary pursuits can serve as an escape for body and mind. These are some of Europe’s bestselling breaks.

For many, the mild months of March, April and May present glorious opportunities for exploring close to home.

Having closed the door on winter, a new season of hope and possibility lies ahead: Buds are unfurling, daylight hours are stretching, and the crowds of summer are yet to descend.

Travel at this time of year and you’ll also be rewarded with cheaper prices, greater hotel availability and sufficient sunshine to make you glow, rather than break into a sweat.

Need a little seasonal direction? Find inspiration in some of these upcoming breaks.

The UK's Foreign & Commonwealth Office (FCO) has downgraded its travel advice to Nicaragua, no longer warning against all but essential travel to the country.

Soaring volcanoes, lush highlands and sparkling beaches are just a few of the attractions.

Essentially off limits to tourists since April 2018, the Central American country is now open for business – and there are plenty of good reasons to go.