Stories of the fascinating figures who have visited St Helena in the South Atlantic over the past 500 years are being brought to life through a new interpretative installation in the heart of Jamestown, as new research reveals a strong appetite among UK long-haul travellers for history and heritage experiences. A Walk Through History*, developed as part of the UK Government-funded Tourism Development Programme, features an initial 28 plaques commemorating internationally sig

Samoa in the South Pacific Ocean, is emerging as one of the Pacific Island destinations set to capture the attention of UK holidaymakers in 2026, as new ABTA research points to a growing appetite for long-haul travel and authentic, lesser-known destinations. ABTA’s Travel Trends 2026 report identifies “The Longest Haul” as one of six defining travel trends for the year ahead, reflecting a shift towards travelling further afield in search of meaningful experiences. Nearly ha