There are several Mediterranean hotspots that have gained sparkling reputations for food, beaches and nightlife and with a range of packages and deals to be had online, there is no excuse to stop you from paying them a visit.

With the first anniversary of its opening fast approaching, Jumeirah at Etihad Towers has already carved itself a niche among the leading properties in the Middle East. Here Breaking Travel News chats with general manager Doris Greif at the World Route Development Forum about what the future has in store for the iconic location.

Although the Edinburgh festival is over, it doesn’t mean the fun in Scotland’s capital has stopped. If you’re planning a trip to Edinburgh this autumn, there are plenty of events to take into account when booking your break. Before you grab a great deal on Edinburgh hotels you might want to have a look at some of the events below to help you plan your trip to coincide with any that take your fancy.

The readers of the popular and influential Food and Travel Magazine have voted Istanbul top Destination of the Year at a glittering ceremony in London. This was to mark the occasion of the first Food and Travel Reader Awards and came as something of a surprise, as the traditional hot spots usually turn out to be the likes of Barcelona, Paris and New York. Also, Italian and Spanish food is used to having pride of place at most awards ceremonies involving food capitals of the world, with Spain’s and Italy’s San Sebastian and Sardinia regularly scooping the top accolades.

On the back of completing its guestroom renovation, The Conrad Bali is about to roll out a brand new app to help guests stay fully connected with the hotel. Breaking Travel News sits down with Jean-Sebastian Kling, newly appointed general manager of the luxurious property, to discuss his plans and priorities over the next few months.

Let’s face it, train holidays are often overlooked by holiday goers as cheap flights and package holidays have boomed in the past 5 years. But there are a number of incredible train holidays that allow you to experience vast territories in luxury, making your journey just as enjoyable as your destination. If you’re considering one of the many European rail breaks, here are a few ideas to get you going.