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AirBaltic to launch flights to Lapland from five European cities

Published on 26/03/2026 – 12:27 GMT+1•Updated 14:31 Latvian airline AirBaltic is launching new direct flights from five European cities to Kuusamo in Finnish Lapland, starting from December this year, as part of its 2026-2027 winter schedule expansion. ADVERTISEMENT ADVERTISEMENT This will include flights from London, Manchester, Berlin, Hamburg and the…

The leaning Greek church that steals the glory from the Tower of Pisa

A church in the Greek village of Ropoto in Thessaly has become an attraction for tourists wishing to test their balance skills. ADVERTISEMENT ADVERTISEMENT This is because, due to subsidence, the church in question has been moved up the mountainside and has taken on a 17-degree slope, much steeper than,…

From the UK to Switzerland: Europe’s most beautiful train journeys

Europe has some of the best scenery and landscapes in the world, from dramatic mountains, rolling meadows, lush forests and golden beaches. ADVERTISEMENT ADVERTISEMENT And train journeys are one of the best ways to discover what the continent has to offer. But how do you choose which rail journey is…

Dear Abby: My favorite aunt died and her children never told me

DEAR ABBY: My favorite aunt was dying. Her daughter is my favorite cousin, so I texted her almost every day with encouragement. When the doctor said the end was near, I backed off messaging to give the family space to themselves.  Thirteen days later, I received a text with a…

Cyprus: War-related tourism concerns and climate change efforts

After the outbreak of war in the Middle East and the attacks on the British bases at Akrotiri in Cyprus, the authorities of the country are worried about possible unpleasant consequences for tourism. ADVERTISEMENT ADVERTISEMENT That is why for about two weeks now, both the President of the Republic, Nicos…

Business class-only airline expands routes to Paris and London

Published on 26/03/2026 – 7:00 GMT+1 Boutique business class-only airline beOnd has announced that it will be launching new routes connecting London and Paris to the Maldives, starting in December 2026. ADVERTISEMENT ADVERTISEMENT Three weekly services are currently planned for each route, from London Heathrow Airport and Paris Charles de…

Six SoCal restaurants added to California Michelin Guide

Six Los Angeles restaurants were named Wednesday to the famed California Michelin Guide. Michelin Guide inspectors spend the year seeking out the best restaurants, with selections added twice a year. This month, the guide recommended a variety of eateries, from a seafood-tasting spot to a Chinese American restaurant. Corridor 109…