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Future travel news changing the world of travel today. Verdict covers developments including futuristic hotels, innovative holidays and rare activities. We also cover the best luxury and novel travel gadgets for the future-minded traveller. Whether you take trips for work or fun, we’ve got the must-go places, must-buy tech and future travel developments covered.
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19 Dec
Just 29% of travel websites fully protect consumers from phishing scams
According to the Association of British Travel Agents, some 81% of holidays were booked online last year.
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10 Dec
Gulfstream G650ER cuts one hour 45 minutes off United States-Middle East flight duration
Aircraft manufacturer Gulfstream has achieved a record-breaking flight time between North America and the Middle East.
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20 Nov
Thinking of ditching the 9-to-5? These are the best places for digital nomads to live
The average workday is no longer eight hours spend in an office cushioned in between a commute on packed public transport.
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19 Nov
Revealed: The ten best airports in the world for remote working
As businesses become more global, international business trips are a regular occurrence for many workers.
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12 Nov
Hotel Banke Paris: Five-star luxury in the heart of the French capital
Set in the heart of the Opera district, Paris’s shopping hub, the Hotel Banke Paris is a stylish retreat for guests who want to explore the city from its centre.
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25 Sep
VR tourism: The London attractions using virtual reality to enhance the tourist experience
Most people travel to tourist attractions to witness and experience famous places with their own eyes, but as more attractions begin to offer virtual reality experiences, is VR enhancing the tourist experience or detaching us from our surroundings?
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18 Sep
Who is Yusaku Maezawa, Elon Musk’s first space tourist?
Elon Musk’s space tourism company SpaceX has announced that Yusaku Maezawa will be its first private passenger to travel around the moon in 2023.
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13 Sep
These are the major cities evacuated in anticipation of Hurricane Florence
The United States’ southeast coast has started battening down the hatches as Hurricane Florence prepares to batter the area with winds of up to 110mph.
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30 Aug
Where to sleep, eat, drink and play if you’re heading to BlizzCon 2018
So you were one of the lucky ones who managed to get your hands on a BlizzCon 2018 ticket before they sold out?
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23 Aug
Bank holiday events London: 5 things to do with your extra day off
After another day of showers on Sunday, London is expected to see the sunshine return for the bank holiday.
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22 Aug
Travel insurance not working for those with mental health problems
Customers with mental health problems are either avoiding, or paying a huge premium when applying for, travel insurance.
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9 Aug
QuakeCon 2018 guide: where to eat, drink, sleep and play
For those who’ve loved video-gaming since the days before eSports were cool, and E3 was a global spectacle, this year’s most important event is QuakeCon 2018.
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8 Aug
What causes lightning? And why do heatwaves lead to thunderstorms?
As the heatwave that has baked Europe over the last few weeks starts to ease, meteorologists are predicting huge thunderstorms.
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26 Jul
7 of the best rooftop bars in London to catch the summer sun
With temperatures heating up across Britain, things are getting particularly manic in the capital.
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25 Jul
Cancel your summer holiday – the UK weather is hotter than all of these places this week
After breaking the 30°C mark on Tuesday, temperatures in the United Kingdom will reach 33°C today and continue to rise throughout the week.
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23 Jul
These are the top places for tech enthusiasts to live in 2018
Amsterdam, the Netherlands, has ranked as the best place to live for tech enthusiasts in 2018, according to a new ranking published by electronic component company RS Components.
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19 Jul
Future travellers could be given a Black Mirror-style rating, according to the ODI
Travellers could be ranked based on their reputation when they go on holiday in the future, according to the Open Data Institute (ODI).
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26 Jun
New study reveals 2018’s cheapest and most expensive cities to live
When considering a place to live, the most important factor to consider is cost of living.
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14 Jun
Long Island restaurants and bars: Where to eat and drink during the US Open
The next stop on the PGA Tour will see golf fans descend on Long Island to watch the likes of Dustin Johnson, Rory McIlroy and Tiger Woods compete for the US Open.
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8 Jun
Things to do in LA: where to eat and drink if you’re visiting for E3
E3 2018 will be the biggest event on the calendar for video game fans and journalists this year.
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1 Jun
Apple Worldwide Developers Conference 2018: guide for visitors
As one of the biggest events in the technology industry, plenty of people will be heading to the Apple Worldwide Developers Conference 2018 in San Jose.
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1 Jun
Top 10 honeymoon destinations and some quirky alternatives
Nothing stays the same forever, except the internet’s recommendations for the top 10 honeymoon destinations.
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1 Jun
96 of the UK’s best boutique and luxury independent cinemas
From the highlands of Scotland to the centre of London, here are the best independent cinemas right across the UK.
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16 May
Where to stay, eat and drink if you’re travelling to the Russia World Cup
There’s less than a month to go until the 2018 Russia World Cup kicks off, but its not too late to book a last-minute trip.
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15 May
The Yellowstone of Europe: Plans for a major national park in Romania
When we mention the word conservation, most thoughts tend to go towards tropical rainforests or wide savannas.
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11 May
A UK lynx reintroduction could boost eco-tourism
Ecotourism in the UK is booming.
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3 May
Nine essential travel apps to download before your next trip
Travelling can be daunting, especially if you’re anxious about bringing along all the important documents and getting around without any issues.
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26 Apr
Best travel accessories: Unessential travel essentials to help you through your holiday
Spring is in full swing and summer is just around the corner.
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18 Apr
These are the places with the best weather in the world
As summer approaches, plenty of countries in the Northern hemisphere are starting to heat up.
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11 Apr
Thailand’s Seven Deadly Days: The government is trying to stop the annual spike in deaths
Thai authorities are preparing for an influx of road accidents and a higher death toll as the country enters its annual so-called Seven Deadly Days.