The nostalgic British holiday staples lost to history - from knobbly knees contests to Punch and Judy shows

Daily Mail - Oct 6, 2026

Remember the days when a British holiday involved beach beauty contests, 2p arcade games and cheap ice cream? We pay homage to these forgotten holiday staples.

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The best places to retire in 2026 revealed, from the UK's favourite European country to a tropical island - and a surprising winner

Oct 6, 2026

The best places to retire in 2026 revealed, from the UK's favourite European country to a tropical island - and a surprising winner

Fancy swapping grey skies and the nine-to-five for sunshine and a slower pace of life? Here are the best places to retire...

More than just the Maldives! Incredible overwater villas around the world from as little as £94 a night - including stays in Europe

Oct 6, 2026

More than just the Maldives! Incredible overwater villas around the world from as little as £94 a night - including stays in Europe

From floating villas in Zanzibar to palm-shaped bungalows in Malaysia, these spectacular stays prove the Maldives isn't the only place for an overwater escape.

JAZ Elite Hotels: A Collection Shaped by Coastal Living

Oct 6, 2026

JAZ Elite Hotels: A Collection Shaped by Coastal Living

Explore a curated collection of distinctive hotels along the coastlines of Egypt and Zanzibar The post JAZ Elite Hotels: A Collection Shaped by Coastal Living appeared first on Business Traveller.

Forget teddy bears: This artist makes plush fried chicken, cigarettes and lottery tickets

Oct 6, 2026

Forget teddy bears: This artist makes plush fried chicken, cigarettes and lottery tickets

Childhood memories and her Thai and Filipino family inspire Jane Jauregui's 'STFD' plush art, which includes everything from plush drumsticks to cigarettes to paint cans.

39 Travel Products You Need If Your Middle Name Is “Just In Case”

Oct 6, 2026

39 Travel Products You Need If Your Middle Name Is “Just In Case”

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Kumo: Neue Hotelmarke startet in Hamburg und Köln

Oct 6, 2026

Kumo: Neue Hotelmarke startet in Hamburg und Köln

Die Hotels im Midscale-Segment werden in einem Owner-Operator-Modell betrieben und verbinden japanisches Design mit digitalen Abläufen. The post Kumo: Neue Hotelmarke startet in Hamburg und Köln appeared first on Business Traveller.

American Airlines Adds Cash-and-Miles Bookings to AAdvantage

Oct 6, 2026

American Airlines Adds Cash-and-Miles Bookings to AAdvantage

American is letting AAdvantage members combine cash and miles on eligible tickets, adding flexibility at checkout while declining to disclose the conversion rate that determines whether redemptions represent good value. The post American Airlines Adds Cash-and-Miles Bookings to AAdvantage appeared first on Business Traveller.

Welcome to Japan's eerie 'Valley of the Dolls': The village where scarecrows outnumber people - and no baby has been born for 20 years

Oct 6, 2026

Welcome to Japan's eerie 'Valley of the Dolls': The village where scarecrows outnumber people - and no baby has been born for 20 years

Scarecrow Village can be found in the mountainous area of Tokushima Prefecture on the eastern end of Japan's Shikoku Island.

Cayman Islands Department of Tourism to power 2026 CMEx Leadership Awards

Oct 6, 2026

Cayman Islands Department of Tourism to power 2026 CMEx Leadership Awards

The Cayman Islands Department of Tourism has been named lead sponsor of the 2026 Caribbean Media Exchange (CMEx) Leadership Awards and Fundraiser which will take place Sunday, Dec. 6 at Loews Coral Gables Hotel in the Miami area. The annual awards luncheon recognizes Caribbean and international leaders whose work has strengthened tourism, aviation, hospitality, media, sustainability, destination development and community service. The event also raises funds for CMEx’s educational, media and community initiatives.

‘It’s not a secret’: the rise of Thai chic as fashion brand Amr de Saison hits Hong Kong

Oct 6, 2026

‘It’s not a secret’: the rise of Thai chic as fashion brand Amr de Saison hits Hong Kong

Once overlooked by the global fashion industry, Southeast Asian couture and craftsmanship are now stepping into the spotlight as labels from Thailand, Vietnam, Malaysia and neighbouring countries start to gain widespread admiration. “People always say it’s like a kept secret,” says Verawat Chinpilas, 38, co-founder and creative director of Thai fashion brand Amr de Saison. “But, no, it’s not a secret. You just weren’t looking.” Founded in Bangkok in 2022, Amr de Saison blends relaxed everyday...

Travel Operators Can’t Just Watch as AI Reroutes the Customer Journey

Oct 6, 2026

Travel Operators Can’t Just Watch as AI Reroutes the Customer Journey

Operators of hotels, resorts, theme parks, and cruises succeed by making their customers feel welcome, looked-after, and alive. It’s therefore understandable that they are often cautious about adopting technology that might make their customer experience less human. When it comes to AI adoption, however, there’s a real danger that operators will suffer strategic damage if they don’t move fast enough.

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