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

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