Travel

When it comes to getting away for a weekend in the winter most Londoners are looking for three things; a cosy location, scrumptious food and a hassle-free journey. Thankfully, The Miller of Mansfield has all three. Nestled at the heart of Goring-on-Thames around eight miles north-west of Reading The Miller lies at the meeting point of the Chilterns and North Wessex Downs. The railway station is on the main line between Oxford and London and its riverside plain houses the residential area...

Here's the Flying Scotsman running out of steam and struggling to make its way up a rather modest hill. The world's most famous train wowed rail buffs with a guest appearance in Somerset last week. But the engine - which made history in 1934 as the first steam loco to reach 100mph - left some puffing with disbelief as it tackled the Quantocks. A bystander filmed it having trouble getting up Crowcombe Hill on the West Somerset Railway near Taunton....

With a relaxed Italian lifestyle, strikingly picturesque landscapes and a climate similar to nearby North Africa (all just two hours from London) – it’s hardly surprising Sardinia has become an increasingly popular holiday destination in recent years. The world’s first identified ‘Blue Zone’ – a geographic area with inhabitants that, statistically, live the longest lives - Sardinia is thought to be home to the highest concentration of Centenarians (people aged 100 and above). In 2012, the Province of Ogliastra, in...

Just when we thought London was the best-connected city in the world, it's become a little better: the first non-stop return flights between the UK and Indonesia begin on 31 October. Operated by five-star airline Garuda Indonesia, it will be the only airline to fly direct, and will cut out its previous stopover in Singapore for the return journey. Non-stop flights will run three times per week on Tuesdays, Thursdays and Saturdays from London Heathrow at 21:155, landing in the...

Sweden has erected glass cabins in its wilderness to allow stressed out workers to escape the daily grind. Five people with some of the world's most stressful jobs, including a British Broadcaster, have been invited to live in cabins made of glass in Sweden’s nature for 72 hours. During their stay, they will enjoy outdoor activities, such as swimming, fishing and cooking off the grid, to get a wholesome experience of a healthy life. Their well-being will be monitored in...

These stunning photographs shed a neon light on one of the biggest electronics market in the world. The Shenzhen's Huaqiangbei District in China which is decked with neon lights as far as the eye can see. The cyberpunk-themed pictures of China's answer to Silicon Valley capture futuristic Blade Runner-like scenes in Shenzhen's Huaqiangbei District. The Shenzhen's Huaqiangbei District in China which is decked with neon lights as far as the eye can see. London-based graphic designer Marcus Wendt, 34, said:...

China Southern Airlines is launching its fifth Australian route this December, opening up Queensland’s tropical north to UK passengers. The new route will fly from London Heathrow to Cairns, three times per week, via Guangzhou, from 13 December 2017 with fares from £578 return, including all taxes. Dubbed as “the gateway to the Great Barrier Reef”, Cairns is known for its tropical, laid-back environment and stylish vibe, with a wide range of attractions and activities to suit all travellers. Whether...

Exploring China can take you on mesmerizing cultural journeys and thrilling adventures. Since it was discovered over 700 years ago by the fearless adventurer Marco Polo, the large Asian country has been regarded as a prime destination for those looking for enchantment. Whether you are visiting some of the bustling cities, discovering spectacular nature or searching for tranquility in ancient temples, China offers endless potential, and so much of it is not widely known. Here are our top 3 picks...

The Mayor of London has today launched a new vision for tourism in the capital after figures revealed more than 40 million people expected to visit the city by 2025 - an increase of 30 per cent on last year. The Tourism Vision for London, which is backed by more than 100 industry partners and supported by the Mayor of London, also projects visitor spending to grow by almost 50 per cent to £22 billion a year, up from £14.9 billion...