Travel in county Norman

The Cammino BasilianoⓇ is a long-distance hiking route tracing the dramatic and varied landscapes of Calabria in southern Italy. It takes in an area of great cultural, historic and spiritual significance, once travelled by Basilian monks who left a collection of fine religious buildings and sublimely sited shrines in their wake. 

Rattled nerves and spilled drinks are the most common outcomes of a choppy flight, but intense air turbulence can also cause bodily harm. And while one well-known cause of air turbulence is thunderstorms, it’s poorly understood how far from a tempest shaky conditions are likely to persist.

Few things are as important as time. You don’t want to waste it, especially at the airport.

When I started traveling, I came to realize just how different Buenos Aires was from other literary cities. Maybe we all have similar thoughts about our hometowns, or maybe my revelation is just one more confirmation of the arrogance for which we — people raised in the port city of Buenos Aires — are famous throughout the rest of Latin America.

Celebrity chef Ben Robinson will join an 8-day Emerald Cruises’ sailing in 2026.

Luxury cruise line Emerald Cruises is offering new Caribbean itineraries for the winter 2024-25 season onboard the Emerald Azzurra. 

This year one of the world’s most famous hotels is celebrating its 125th anniversary. Located in Zurich, Switzerland The Dolder Grand is acclaimed for its opulence, stunning design and gastronomic experiences. Perched high above the city on the Adlisberg, the property lays claim to some of the most breathtaking views of the city, Lake Zurich and the Swiss Alps. As it celebrates its 125th anniversary, the beloved hotel takes a look back at its past, present and future accomplishments.

Some 12 international and regional airlines, including carriers flying from over 200 gateways out of the US alone into Jamaica, have contributed to “impressive growth” in activities at the Sangster and Norman Manley International airports. Collectively they generated US$200.28 million or J$30 billion in revenue from a record-breaking 6.96 million passengers traversing them in 2023.

There is a league of short-term rental operators quietly reducing competition through consolidation. 

The cultural tapestry of Sicily is a rich and varied one. Invasions by the Phoenicians, ancient Greeks, Romans, Moors, Normans, Spanish, and Italians left their mark, particularly in the island’s architecture and culinary traditions. The island is best explored through those understated haunts where locals convene, centuries-old buildings that lie well off the tourist track, and family-run restaurants where a simple cannoli can move you to tears.

Step into a world where art transcends the boundaries of traditional galleries and finds its home within the luxurious confines of some of the world's most esteemed hotels. In this captivating journey, we will explore the intriguing fusion of hospitality and artistic expression, taking you on a tour of remarkable hotels with impressive art collections.

Nestled on Sentosa Island, a popular resort destination located off Singapore's southern coast, Capella Singapore is the perfect place to retreat from the big city bustle. Covering 30-acres of lush rainforest that look out onto the South China Sea, this luxurious hotel provides an idyllic escape to rest and recharge. Here are 4 reasons to book a weekend at Capella Singapore.

Monaco’s high season is bookended by two of the French Riviera’s ritziest events: the Monaco Grand Prix and the Monaco Yacht Show. Super yachts and fast cars are two of the principality’s defining features, but there’s much more to Monaco than you’d expect from the world’s second-smallest state, which is about the same size as Central Park.

Flight prices have been all over the place this past year.

As I bowled along the roads linking Herefordshire’s ‘Black and White Villages’ (named in honour of their two-tone buildings), I believed, for a second, in time travel. Here, in one of England’s least populated counties, little appeared to have changed for decades, centuries even.

Located in Central Asia, hugged by Russia on its northern border and China to the east, Kazakhstan is huge. The ninth-largest country in the world, it has truly diverse landscapes, a gripping history and a culture rich enough to rival any destination worldwide. Here’s everything you need to know before your first trip.

If you fancy indulging your inner artist on your next British break, try one of these excellent galleries and art spaces across Britain.

For a small country, Wales offers incredible diversity – so much so that it's one of our top travel destinations. Even better, many of Wales' (beautiful) landscapes and experiences remain surprisingly undiscovered. From pristine white-sand beaches and rolling, quintessentially Welsh valleys to tucked-away villages, here are the most beautiful places in Wales you really should visit.

London grew up around the Thames, and a stroll (or a boat ride) along its banks is one of the city’s real treats. This step-by-step itinerary, adapted from our brand new edition of ThePocket Rough Guide to London, takes in some of the river’s best sights. Pick a sunny day, sling a camera around your neck and pack some comfortable shoes for walking.

Few other European capitals can compete with Berlin, a city that’s simultaneously funky, cultured, gritty and glamorous. And whether you want to see museums, or be seen at trendy galleries, there are enough free things to do in Berlin to keep you busy for a week or more.

Cuba is an infinitely fascinating country and undoubtedly different from most places you've travelled. If you're planning your first trip, take on board these Cuba travel tips from our expert co-author of the Rough Guide to Cuba, Matt Norman.