Vietnam continues to be highlighted by travel writers and destination guides as one of the most exciting international destinations to visit in 2026. Known for its rich culture, dramatic landscapes, vibrant cities, welcoming hospitality, and strong value for money, Vietnam offers travellers a beautifully varied experience in one country. From the lantern-lit streets of Hoi An to the limestone cliffs of Ninh Binh, the mountain scenery of Sapa, the energy of Ho Chi Minh City, a

UNESCO and UN Tourism have signed a new agreement to strengthen cooperation on sustainable, inclusive, and resilient tourism worldwide — a move that highlights the growing importance of protecting cultural heritage while supporting meaningful travel experiences. The agreement brings together two major global organisations with a shared goal: helping tourism grow in a way that benefits local communities, protects cultural and natural heritage, and encourages responsible travel

Fans of the popular series Heated Rivalry can now experience one of the show's most memorable locations in real life, with the iconic Barlochan Cottage now available to book on Airbnb. Nestled on the shores of Lake Muskoka in Torrance, Ontario, the picturesque waterfront cottage was used as the filming location for the emotional Season 1 finale of the Crave series, which is also available on HBO Max. In the show, the property belongs to Shane Hollander and becomes th

Japan Airlines is preparing to test humanoid robots as ground-handling assistants at Tokyo’s Haneda Airport, in a move that could reshape how airlines manage physically demanding airport work. The trial is expected to begin in May 2026 and run for around two years. The robots will be used to support baggage and cargo handling tasks, helping reduce the physical strain placed on airport ground staff. The project reflects a wider push in Japan to use robotics and automation to a

Qantas has revealed more details about its upcoming Project Sunrise flights, designed to connect Australia directly with major long-haul destinations such as Sydney to London and Sydney to New York without a stopover. The new service is expected to begin from October 2027, using specially configured Airbus A350 aircraft. These flights are being designed for ultra-long-haul travel, with the Sydney–London route expected to take around 22 hours, making it one of the longest sche

Anime fans in Europe are getting something big to look forward to: Konoha Land, a new Naruto-themed attraction area, is set to open at Parc Spirou Provence in Monteux, France. The project will bring the world of Naruto into a real-life theme park setting, giving fans the chance to step into an environment inspired by Konohagakure, also known as the Hidden Leaf Village. For longtime viewers of the anime and readers of the manga, this is one of the most exciting Naruto-related

Minecraft is officially stepping out of the screen and into the real world. A new themed attraction called Minecraft World is set to open in the UK in 2027, bringing one of the most successful video games of all time into a physical theme park experience. The project is being developed through a major partnership between Microsoft Gaming, the owner of Minecraft, and Merlin Entertainments, one of the world’s largest theme park operators. The attraction is expected to be locate