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Lindsey Galloway

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Five of the world's safest countries for 2025

In a year marked by conflict, five nations continue to rank among the world's most peaceful. Residents reveal how policies and culture shape daily...

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The country where residents live longer than ever

When it comes to longevity, few places in the world have seen such a drastic jump in life expectancy as the island city-state in Southeast Asia. A...

18.08.2025 650

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The secret to life in the world's best cities

Australia now has three cities in the global top 10 for liveability. Residents reveal what makes daily life here so appealing – and why it's not...

24.07.2025 60

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What life is like for locals in the five most liveable cities

While Vienna has topped the Global Liveability Index for years, 2025 crowned a new number one. From Copenhagen to Melbourne, we asked locals what it's...

15.07.2025 100

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Americans react to the 'worldwide caution' alert

The US State Department has issued a rare global security warning ahead of summer. But travellers – and the destinations that rely on them – are...

01.07.2025 50

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Why a US city is one of the world's happiest spots

Minneapolis ranked among the world's happiest cities for 2025. Locals say the secret lies in its Nordic roots, creative energy and community spirit...

04.06.2025 100

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Should US travellers rethink their summer holiday?

Declining trust in airline safety, a rise in US citizens being detained when reentering the country and growing anti-American sentiment abroad have...

21.05.2025 100

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The world's five happiest cities for 2025

Friends, family and a sense of community all can lead to happiness, but the environment you live in can also have a huge impact on your wellbeing....

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Why Icelanders are happier than ever

Iceland is one of the few places in the world where happiness is rising. Locals say the secret lies in nature, gender equality and a deep-rooted sense...

13.04.2025 100

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'A hostile state': The people boycotting travel to the US

As the list of nations issuing travel warnings to the US grows, some visitors are opting to boycott it entirely. Here's why many foreigners are...

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Female-first travel: The ultimate guide

With their growing financial resources, 82% of women control travel decisions, and from solo adventure holidays to multi-generational trips,...

23.03.2025 40

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How Trump's new policies could change travel

As the new US president makes massive governmental cuts, issues tariffs and leads an immigration crackdown, domestic and international tourism faces...

26.02.2025 100

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The world's 'smartest cities' for 2024

The BBC speaks to residents in five of the top-ranked cities in the Smart Cities Index 2024 to understand which features are making the most impact...

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