RIBA Royal Gold Medal could lose its Royal status

The Arizona Office of Tourism has launched Wonders of Arizona, a seven-part documentary podcast produced by Armchair Productions that pairs an immersive travel-agent training tool with a new, bookable UK holiday through Hays Travel.

Wizz Air is urging UK holidaymakers to check their passports ahead of the October half term getaway, as new data obtained by the airline reveals more than 135,000 British adult passports are due to expire this month. Figures obtained by Wizz Air from HM Passport Office through a Freedom of Information request show 135,006 adult passports are due to expire in October, followed by 125,405 in November and 106,768 in December, bringing the total for the final three months of 2026 to 367,179.

Brazil arrives at WTM London 2026 to demonstrate that travelling through the country goes far beyond visiting destinations; it is about immersing oneself in stories, sharing in celebrations, and discovering a place where culture is lived out in every encounter. At a time of growing British interest in the country, Brazil is showcasing a distinctive approach to tourism - one that weaves together the energy of Carnival, a passion for football, and the authenticity of local experiences, inviting visitors to see Brazil through fresh lens. From November 3rd to 5th 2026, two international campaigns will translate this “Brazilian spirit” into experiences and narratives designed to bring the British public closer to Brazil’s rich diversity.

As temperatures begin to cool across the UAE, Nomad Sharjah Retreat reopens for the season on 15 October, inviting guests to swap the city’s bustle for crisp mountain mornings, open skies and unforgettable outdoor experiences. Tucked away in a secluded valley in Kalba, on Sharjah’s scenic east coast, the retreat offers an idyllic setting to slow down, reconnect with nature and make the most of the country’s beautiful winter months.

TUI has launched its Summer 2028 programme, giving families the chance to get ahead on their next big holiday with one million free kids’ places available across 16 destinations. The offer spans some of Britain’s favourite holiday spots, from the Balearics, Canaries, Greece and Turkey to Florida, with families able to save on selected breaks when booking early.

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For decades, Colombo has been treated less as a cultural destination and more as a quick stopover between the Sri Lankan capital’s airport and the country’s more popular southern coast, where tourists flock to five-star resorts, beachside bars and premier surfing spots. That is beginning to change. As Sri Lanka continues to recover from a 26-year civil war (1983-2009) and the fallout from a recent economic crisis (2019-2024), there is new life in Colombo’s culinary and hospitality...

Salt and pepper shakers are a great way to add a little fun to your tabletop – they require minimal upkeep apart from the weekly, or let’s be more realistic, occasional wipe-down. See our best picks below. Marisa Klaster Marisa Klaster Hand-Turned Wood salt and pepper grinders at Abask (HK$3,600). Anya Hindmarch Anya Hindmarch Eyes salt and pepper set (HK$1,100) L’Objet L’Objet Ripple Spice Jewels salt and pepper shakers at Mytheresa (HK$2,715)

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This is the 100th instalment in a series on dementia, including the research into its causes and treatment, advice for carers and stories of hope. When this series launched, my mother was still by my side. My first column explored what looking after her taught me about dementia. Now, as I write this 100th piece, I reflect on what dementia taught me about the nature of care itself. Before she was diagnosed with dementia – but likely as her memory began to fray – my mother was admitted to...

Will Smith’s younger brother, Harry Smith, has partnered with former Netflix executive Siddhi Sundar to launch a new YouTube series that also doubles as a business platform, The Creative Executive. “Most of what creatives need to know about business, technology, and media isn’t taught in one place – and the people who’ve succeeded at the highest levels are often the hardest to access,” Harry Smith and Sundar said in a joint statement. “We created this platform to close that gap, turning...