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He shares the best of the best in Dublin – the birthplace of Guinness.The 20 best places to travel in 2026From a Polynesian island ringed by blue lagoons to the heart of Chile's wine country, these are BBC journalists' top destinations this year.AdventuresChasing the rare 'lunar rainbow' at Victoria FallsA "moonbow" is one of nature's rarest sights – and Victoria Falls is one of the few places on Earth where travellers might catch it.Zambia: The world's walking safari capitalDue to their slow pace, Zambia's walking safaris offer an intimate wildlife experience.Where to travel in Europe without high costs and massive crowdsFrom Latvia to the Balkan coast, these destinations offer the beauty, culture and atmosphere travellers want – without the price or crowds.The world's best airport doesn't feel like an airport at allSingapore's Changi Airport is famous for its waterfall, butterfly garden and seamless transit. But its real competitive edge is behind the scenes.The Route 66 story you haven't been toldAs the Mother Road celebrates its centenary, Indigenous voices are revealing overlooked histories and creating new ways for travellers to experience the road.The travellers mapping their holiday by the starsFrom cruises to girls' trips, astrocartography – a once-niche form of astrology – is shaping how some travellers choose where to go next.In the newsOperation Brock to return as holidays beginCruise ship hit by hantavirus outbreak docks in RotterdamCouple quit jobs to start two-year cycle adventureForeign tourists are falling out of love with Goa - here's whyRoad closure after three-vehicle crashWatchLife after the wildfires in the RockiesNature is once again reclaiming the land and tourists are starting to return after the 2024 wildfires in Canada.The Travel ShowMeet Britain's pudding royaltyThe Travel Show meets a family keeping the 18th‑century Aughton Pudding Festival alive.The Travel ShowEarth's spectacular and remote 'capital' of lightningWith storms occurring between 140 and 160 nights a year, it's no wonder the area is a world record holder.World of wonderPust: An ancient festival to chase away winterReady for spring? 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They were persecuted as heretics, but shaped our ideas of love.TravelThe forbidden rhythm that served as a secret languageRebelliously danced at night with sensual, no-touch movements, the long-banned Moutya is making a comeback.Discover the WorldWhy farm-to-table isn't just a 'trend' in AtlantaKnown as the 'city in a forest', Atlanta puts locally grown produce at the heart of its food culture.World's TableWhat does it take to run North America's largest ski resort?The Travel Show heads to Whistler as it kicks off its 60th season to see the high‑speed world of its ski lifts.The Travel ShowThe largest seed in the plant kingdomThe peculiar shape of the coco de mer has inspired legends involving walking trees and aphrodisiac properties.Discover the WorldBreathtaking solar eclipse over glacier in PatagoniaLiam Man, a photographer from the UK, captures rare images of a solar eclipse over the remote Glacier Leones.Natural wondersInside the search for South America's most cryptic birdA small country, a rare bird: inside Uruguay’s most haunting discoveryDiscover the WorldThe Nazi bunkers hidden underneath BerlinFrom Hitler's last shelter to an underground tunnel connecting eleven small houses in the German countryside.The SpeciaListHow sticky toffee pudding became a British pub classicThe Travel Show visits the the Lake District to find out about the historic roots of Britain's beloved pudding.The Travel ShowThe Greek island holding the secret to a long lifeOn Ikaria, people on average lead longer, happier lives. A resident of the Greek 'island of immortals' shares her tips for longevity.The SpeciaListWhat is it like to camp in Antarctica?Marc Cieslak spends a night on ice, camping under the stars.Natural wondersWhy the secret to Icelandic happiness lies in their poolsHow did bathing become such an intrinsic part of Icelandic cultural identity?The SpeciaListWhat lies behind Kazakhstan's mysterious stone spheres?An isolated plateau hides thousands of perfect spheres whose origins have baffled scientists for decades.Discover the WorldThe Japanese secret to being calmer and happierIn the village of Magome, a 16th-century discipline leads to a sharper focus on the present moment.The SpeciaListKew's Fungarium: The world's largest collection of fungiDeep beneath Kew Gardens sits the world's largest archive of fungi, a vast library of 1.3 million specimens.Discover the WorldGreen GetawaysThe remote village drawing stargazers from around the worldIn the Moon-like landscape of Hanle, the jet-black skies reveal otherworldly starry skies that lure travellers from far and wide. But can locals preserve the natural darkness?The US neighbourhood where cars are bannedIn Tempe, Arizona, Culdesac is reimagining US cities for people, not cars – and inviting travellers to explore its plazas, paseos and Mediterranean-inspired design.A day in Europe's most relaxed capital cityIn Oslo's Vulkan district, sustainability, style and everyday ease come together in a way that's making the Norwegian capital feel like Europe's most liveable city break.Monaco's neighbourhood rising out of the seaBuilt on reclaimed land, Monaco's new Mareterra district blends cutting-edge sustainability with scenic sea views, offering a fresh way to explore the principality.World's TableThe prized Chinese green tea that can cost $8,800 per kilogramLongjing is one of China's most revered teas. But as its traditional production has dwindled, one of the best ways to taste the real thing is to head to the hills where it's harvested.Which country can claim steak?From Japan to Argentina to the US, nations around the world have put their own stamp on the mouthwatering meat – making beef a destination in itself.Inside the Turkish city built on 'green gold'For centuries, pistachios have defined Gaziantep. Today, they remain the most prized ingredient in Turkey's culinary capital – and the secret behind its legendary baklava.The rare 'dinosaur egg' returning from extinctionAsin tibuok is one of the world's rarest salts and it's only produced on one small island. But thanks to chefs and TikTokers, this prehistoric-looking orb is now being revived.More on travel9 May 2026What it’s like to plan summer travel this yearFamily summer travel can look different around the world. 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Now, a new airport and ambitious city could reshape travel to the Himalayan kingdom.30 Apr 202629 Apr 2026Springfield: The Ozarks' city that gave Route 66 its nameChicago and Santa Monica might be Route 66's iconic endpoints, but Springfield is where the legendary name was born.29 Apr 202626 Apr 2026What it's like to drive Route 66 in an EVAs Route 66 turns 100, a growing charger network is making the Mother Road drivable by EV. But does the classic American road trip still feel the same without petrol?26 Apr 202623 Apr 2026No selfies, no phones: The new rules of the safariAs Indian tiger reserves implement a full ban on mobile phones during safaris, do we need to rethink how we behave as wildlife tourists?23 Apr 202620 Apr 2026How Tarzan Brown conquered the Boston MarathonHe broke records and inspired the name Heartbreak Hill in one of the world's most famous marathons. 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