Travel news in brief - This week's travel news in brief: Iran tour cancellations visiting the houses of sports stars and the appeal of houseswapping in a recession.
Longhaul holidays: Go further for less - If you have been thinking of a longhaul trip there has never been a better time to take it. Prices are 30 to 40 per cent lower than they were 12 months ago says Charles StarmerSmith.
Le Big Mac has conquered La Belle France - Complacency a weak economy and a taste for fast food are killing the French gastronomic tradition says Michael Steinberger.
10 of the best cruise deals - As cruise companies reduce prices to entice passengers to travel despite the recession we select 10 of the best cruise deals.
Just back: romance among the olive groves - The latest winner in our travel writing competition is Richard Graves for evoking Italy's enduring romantic appeal in this account of his 'second honeymoon'.
Four of the best sculpture gardens - Sophie Campbell visits four of the sculpture gardens featured in 'Sculpture Parks ? Trails of England' by Alison Stace.
Ask Gill: couple beats Barclaycard's nitpicking - Our travel expert helps obtain a refund for travel booked in a partner's name; checks up on flying with a cast; and gives tips on carryon baggage.
Where in the world? - June 25 2009: Simply identify the location of this photograph for the chance to win a luxury suitcase worth £269.
Jerry Springer's heaven and hell - Jerry Springer's worst holiday experience was being abandoned by a woman in Paris the city of love.
Britons 'are ignoring malaria risks' - British travellers may be risking their lives by not seeking health advice before travelling to malaria hotspots.
'I just can't wait to give all of this away' - So impressed was businessman Brian Burnie with the treatment his wife received for cancer that he is selling his Georgian country pile and giving the proceeds to cancer charities he tells Emma Cook.
Yotel Gatwick Airport: Hotel Guru - Fiona Duncan reviews the Yotel at Gatwick Airport a hotel with tiny cabins in which she would quite like to stay forever.
Peru: A history lost in the ruins - Done Machu Picchu? There's more to Peru's ancient past Nigel Richardson discovers in Caral and Cajamarca.
Cruising Europe's canals - Europe's canals offer a unique insight into a country's culture and landscapes. We select five tranquil waterways that make an interesting base for a cruising holiday.
Picasso shines on Provence - The exiled Spaniard adored the South of France and this summer the region is paying homage with six exhibitions and the opening of his home. Nick Trend follows in his footsteps.
Travel news in brief - A roundup of the week's travel news including availability on the Inca Trail and a dropoff charge for motorists at Luton airport.
After scaling the heights Richard Branson plans to plumb the depths - With preparations well under way for liftoff for his first space tourists Sir Richard Branson the Virgin Galactic boss tells Mandrake that he is now turning his attention in an entirely different direction.
J.W. Waterhouse: The Modern PreRaphaelite - Beautiful paintings by John William Waterhouse part of a collection opening next week at London's Royal Academy of Arts.