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

What if your next marathon wasn’t through a busy city, surrounded by thousands of spectators and familiar landmarks, but across one of the most remote and extraordinary islands on Earth? Welcome to St Helena, where running a marathon becomes far more than a sporting challenge. It becomes an adventure, a journey of discovery and a chance to experience a destination unlike anywhere else. St Helena Island Marathon - One of the most remote marathons in the world - offers runners

There is more reason than ever to put St Helena on your travel wish list. The remote South Atlantic island has been shortlisted in the Most Desirable Island (Worldwide) category of the 2026 Wanderlust Reader Travel Awards, placing it alongside some of the world's most inspiring island destinations. The nomination is a testament to everything that makes St Helena so extraordinary. From its spectacular volcanic scenery and fascinating heritage to its thriving marine life and we

New research from Kayak’s What the Future Report 2026* reveals a key shift in traveller behaviour with holidays increasingly being built around natural phenomena - from aurora displays and solar eclipses to seasonal wildlife events. According to the report, 55% of Gen Z and Millennial travellers say natural wonders will guide their travel plans in 2026. For adventurous travellers, a remarkable wildlife event takes place every year on St Helena, where the endangered Whale Shar

Few places in the world can claim a resident quite like Jonathan. On the remote island of St Helena, a quiet but remarkable milestone has brought renewed international attention: Jonathan, the world’s oldest known land animal, has been officially recognised as a Guinness World Records ICON. This recognition forms part of a global initiative led by the Guinness World Records, which celebrates record holders whose achievements have transcended statistics to become symbols of gl

New research has revealed growing appetite among UK travellers for remote, off-the-beaten-track destinations, with half of the respondents saying they would consider visiting the British Overseas Territory of St Helena after learning more about the island. The independent study* of UK travellers suggests growing demand for destinations that feel authentic, uncrowded and genuinely different, with St Helena’s extraordinary remoteness emerging as its biggest attraction. While m

Runners and adventure travellers can now sign up for the St Helena Island Marathon - One of the most remote marathons in the world - which will take place for the first time on St Helena on 28 February 2027, offering a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to take part in one of the most extraordinary races on Earth. Set in the heart of the South Atlantic, this marathon is far removed from the crowds and noise of city races. Instead, participants will experience a subtropical paradi