Hugh Morris

Stories by Hugh Morris

Maldives Issues Warning to Holidaymakers After Spate of Drownings

by Hugh Morris

Saturday, January 26, 2019

The Maldives has issued a warning to holiday resorts to keep a closer eye on their guests after five tourists died in a single week. Read more here.

France Steps Up Security at Christmas Markets – But Is it Safe to Visit?

by Hugh Morris

Wednesday, December 12, 2018

France raised its terror alert to the highest level in the wake of a shooting in a Strasbourg Christmas market. Here's what you need to know.

Elderly Elephant Collapses and Dies After Carrying Tourists

by Hugh Morris

Wednesday, December 5, 2018

A petition to end elephant riding at Angkor Wat has garnered more than 14,000 signatures after an elderly elephant carrying tourists collapsed and died in 104-degree heat.

Eurostar's New Route to Amsterdam Hailed a Success

by Hugh Morris

Wednesday, October 24, 2018

More than 130,000 travelers have ditched the plane to take the train to Amsterdam, since Eurostar launched its new route nearly six months ago. More here.

East or West London – Which Is Better?

by Annabel Fenwick Elliott, Hugh Morris

Friday, October 12, 2018

East London, the original city boundary, has long been associated with creatives, while West London has the majority of parks and posh neighborhoods.

What's Happening in Boracay, the Island Paradise Ruined by Tourism?

by Hugh Morris

Saturday, September 15, 2018

Boracay, a tiny island in the Philippines, is in a race against the clock to be ready for its reopening date next month. Here's what you need to know.

The Forgotten Countries You Should Visit (By the Man Who's Seen Them All)

by Hugh Morris

Wednesday, September 5, 2018

Here are 10 of the least-visited nations on Earth—each of which has plenty of reasons to visit. Check it out.

How Well-Travelled Are You? The Curious Club of Competitive Globetrotting

by Hugh Morris

Tuesday, August 14, 2018

We travel for many reasons,- be it business, pleasure, escape or adventure - but for some, it's a competition: to be crowned the most prolific voyager on the planet.

Greece Wildfires: Is it Safe to Travel to Greece?

by Hugh Morris

Tuesday, July 24, 2018

In Greece, wildfires have been confined to limited areas, but within those the impact has been high, including numerous deaths. Here's what you need to know.

Room With No View: Valencia Could Ban Airbnbs With the Best Vistas

by Hugh Morris

Sunday, May 13, 2018

The regulations could limit the number of properties with views of the Mediterranean, Ciutat de les Arts i les Ciències or Turia river park.