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Interhike has added the ability to discuss all of the features on the website with other visitors. You can ask questions about camping sites, leave comments about hostels, give advice about products, and travel advice about tourist locations.

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Don't miss out on extra discounts this summer! Interhike has the latest discount codes to get up to 13% off displayed prices.

This is on top of our standard price comparison system which lets you find the cheapest place to buy your camping... more

We've now added Albania, Bulgaria, Lithuania and Serbia to our lists of European camping sites and hostels. We're still working on getting them onto the maps properly, but you can browse through them all already.

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Now here's a brilliant idea from the great people at Extreme Pie. We've all got a few presents that we've left till the last minute and with "last posting days" pretty much upon us, Extreme Pie have announced that all orders ... more

With calendars of the Eastern European cities so hard to come by in the UK, Interhike have started creating our own. This time, we are announcing our exclusive Prague calendar. No longer do you have to travel all the way to Prague to get the lates... more

The Ultimate Maldives Romance Guide: Where to Stay, Swim, Dine & Dream Together
The Maldives remains the world’s ultimate destination for romance, where overwater villas, starlit dinners and crystal-blue lagoons create the perfect setting for couples to reconnect. DW Travel’s experts have handpicked the most extraordinary resorts—each offering its own blend of seclusion, luxury and unforgettable experiences—to help you plan a truly personalised escape in paradise....more

Fermata Announces Its December 20 Opening
A New Landmark for Refined Coastal Hospitality in Santa Teresa. Santa Teresa has entered a new moment. Its long golden beach, restless surf and calm forest backdrop have attracted travelers who seek privacy and authentic connection. On December 20 Fermata will open its doors and introduce a new chapter for the region. The property blends luxury, surf culture and family comfort into a unified vision shaped for the modern traveler. It is a thoughtful response to the rising demand for elevated sanctuaries that honor Santa Teresa’s natural charm while offering meaningful experiences....more

Aleph Hospitality and Hilton announce Tapestry Collection by Hilton Hotel in Dammam
Aleph Hospitality, the largest independent hospitality management company in the Middle East and Africa, has secured the Tapestry Collection by Hilton brand for an upcoming 84-key hotel in Dammam, Saudi Arabia, owned by AREA Investment and Real Estate. This marks Aleph Hospitality’s third Tapestry Collection by Hilton property under management, further strengthening the company’s partnership with global hospitality company Hilton and expanding its footprint in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia....more

Melbourne transforms bag drop with Amadeus seamless solution
Passengers at Melbourne Airport will benefit from a unique side-loading design that makes it easier to load bags and manoeuvre large items like wheelchairs, pushchairs and trollies...more

VIRGIN ATLANTIC LAUNCHES THE FUTURE OF TRAVEL PLANNING: YOUR PERSONAL CONCIERGE IS HERE
Virgin Atlantic has today unveiled the full rollout of its innovative Virgin Atlantic Concierge across both the Virgin Atlantic and Virgin Atlantic Holidays websites, giving every guest access to an intelligent, always-on travel companion that redefines how journeys are planned and booked. Powered by OpenAI and built in partnership with Tomoro​ teams​, Virgin Atlantic’s digital Concierge combines the warmth and personality of Virgin Atlantic with cutting-edge AI technology. Whether guests are seeking the perfect getaway, exploring Virgin Atlantic Holidays, or booking their next flight, the Concierge listens, understands, and curates tailored recommendations in real time, offering a seamless way to plan, book, and dream about future travels through natural conversation. Guests can choose to tap, type or talk, enjoying effortless interaction however they prefer....more

Travel Trends in Australia’s Wine Regions
Australia’s wine regions are pulling in a different crowd these days. What used to be an area that focused on serious wine collectors now attracts families, young professionals, and travelers who simply want a weekend that feels more real than another hotel in the city....more

Qatar Airways Group Appoints Mr. Hamad Ali Al-Khater as Group Chief Executive Officer
Qatar Airways Group today announced the appointment of Mr. Hamad Ali Al‑Khater as Group Chief Executive Officer, effective Sunday, 7 December 2025. Mr. Al‑Khater succeeds Engr. Badr Mohammed Al‑Meer....more

flynas Celebrates Launching Its First Direct Flight Between Madinah and Baghdad
flynas, the leading low-cost airline in the world and the best LCC in the Middle East, celebrated today launching its first direct flight between Madinah and Baghdad, adding one more route to its flight network connecting the two brotherly countries, in line with flynas growth and expansion plan and in parallel with the national goals in the aviation sector...more

Star Alliance Named World’s Leading Airline Alliance Once Again
Star Alliance has once again been recognised as the World’s Leading Airline Alliance at the World Travel Awards 2025, continuing its six-year winning streak. This year’s recognition reflects the Alliance’s continued focus on shaping a more seamless experience across the customer journey — from booking and airport to connections and loyalty. The honour was announced at the Grand Final Gala Ceremony, held in Bahrain. Commenting on the achievement, Star Alliance CEO Theo Panagiotoulias said, “We are truly honoured to be named the World’s Leading Airline Alliance once again, especially knowing it reflects the trust of travellers and industry peers. Our focus has always been on making customer journeys feel effortless, and our lounges bring the experience to life. This recognition belongs to the teams across member airlines and the Alliance headquarters who make that possible every day, and we’re deeply grateful to our customers for their continued support.“...more

Etihad Guest Rewards 10 Extraordinary Challenge Winners at the Formula 1 Etihad Airways Grand Prix
Etihad Guest, the loyalty programme of Etihad Airways, celebrated the winners of The Extraordinary Challenge during a special ceremony held at the Etihad Guest Terrace during the Formula 1 Abu Dhabi Grand Prix over the weekend. Recognising and rewarding 10 extraordinary guests as the first to fly to complete the challenge and announcing the top three winners to become Miles-millionaires. Launched in May of this year, The Extraordinary Challenge dared Etihad Guest members to visit 15 of the year-round new destinations the airline had announced at the time. Since the launch of the competition Etihad continues its strategic and rapid expansion having announced 31 new route launches to date, including Palma de Mallorca, Salalah and Krakow to begin operating from next year....more