Weird and wacky roadside attractions

All the latest flights, exhibitions and stays, plus high-speed rail, a new lost city to explore, and the joy of elephants

Places we've been, things we've seen, and mountain-related stuff we like

Switzerland is rich, especially in clichés. Many are largely true. There are some I’m not so interested in – banking, precision watches, nuclear shelters and referendums. But others, I certainly am –

1 C erne Abbas Giant almost lost his ...

Tens of thousands of international travellers once flocked to see Syria’s ancient wonders. Now, after more than a decade of isolation, there is fresh hope that the visitors will return

Long weekends are out. Big holidays are in. Now, where did you put your large suitcase?