Aerial photography company FlyNYON are giving brave individuals the chance to take stomach-churning pictures of their legs hanging out of a helicopter above famous New York landmarks. The shot - known by the company as a 'shoe selfie' - has become a huge hit, with limbs being snapped over the likes of the Empire State Building, Central Park, Times Square and Freedom Tower.
The man who kept every holiday snap he ever took: Britain's biggest collection of snaps from around the world that document the golden age of travel over 50 years (and no, there's not a selfie in sight)
Long before the days of Facebook and Instagram, Gordon Bray, 94, from Swindon, meticulously kept details on his trips all over the world, with 200 binders filled with photos, tickets and maps. He and his late wife, Kathleen, 91, spent more than 50 years crossing the globe and visiting places such as Italy (left), Poland (inset, bottom right) and Lourdes in France (inset, second from right bottom). The collection was discovered by a relative after Mr Bray moved into a care home and his wife died in April.
Terrifying moment cable on slingshot ride SNAPPED and catapulted thrillseekers into the air at French theme park
A 24-year-old woman was hospitalised with a broken leg after one of the ride's cables snapped and a cage was thrown against a support column at Luna Park at Cap d'Agde. Spectators gasped and shrieked in horror, and then watched the delicate rescue that followed. It took about an hour for the woman and a second person to be rescued.
Outdoor showers, compost toilets and a stipend of just £38 a week: High flyer quits Dubai life for off-grid desert village existence in southeast Spain
Erik Lang, 29, swapped skyscrapers and celebrity parties for outdoor showers and compost toilets when he moved to Sunseed, an non-hierarchical eco-community in Spain. He's just one of a group of volunteers who live off-grid at Sunseed (bottom right), working to restore the land and grow their own produce. Pictured: Erik playing a ukulele in El Salvador (left), with a friend in Guatemala (top middle) and in his former office in Dubai (top right).
Illicit getaway: Prohibition hotspot Whiskey Island used by bootleggers to ship liquor to New York could be yours for £2m
The stunning island was used by bootleggers to transport alcohol across the Canadian border to the USA during the 14-year ban, which began in 1919. It is part of the Thousand Islands archipelago that straddles the border and sits in the Saint Lawrence River which leads from Lake Ontario into New York State. With its deep water docks - which made the island perfect for bootlegger routes - and swimming deck, the island has stunning vistas of the river.
Glories of secret Britain: 20 enchanting gardens you MUST visit this season
No country in the world has as many beautiful gardens to visit as Britain. So why not spend your summer exploring them? In a search for Britain's unsung sightseeing gems, we've chosen 20 glorious gardens for you to enjoy, from the intimate to the grand. We've avoided the most famous so you'll escape the hordes - but these are just as stunning! Including Trentham Gardens in Staffordshire (left), Great Comp in Kent (bottom right) and Painswick Rococo Garden in Gloucestershire (top right).
15 countries, a staggering 12,400 miles and one tuk tuk: Three friends depart Bangkok for France on customised electric rickshaw
Remy Fernandes-Dandre and Karen Koulakian from France, along with Ludwig Merz from Germany, a trio who have nicknamed themselves 'The Pilgreens,' plan to arrive in Toulouse in December. The three eco-friendly students are taking on the 20,000km (12,400 mile) trek to show the world that electric power will be a key energy source in the future.
A home that towers above the rest! Space-age property has 360-degree views, fingerprint entry and a beer dispenser in the sofa
Plastics engineer Jono Williams, from Linton, New Zealand, spent $50,000 (£32,000) on materials and worked on the Skysphere for 3,000 hours after coming up with the idea over a few beers. The solar-powered home has a number of slick features that are controlled by a smartphone app, including a couch with a built-in refrigerated beer dispenser (top left) and a fingerprint scan that unlocks a hatch that opens to a metal ladder (bottom left) within the steel column.
Pavarotti couldn't get enough of it, Joan Collins honeymooned there... but you don't need to be a millionaire celebrity to holiday at the private island of Pangkor Laut
The exclusive resort featuring hotel bedrooms on stilts above the sea (main) has long been a favourite holiday haunt of celebrities, including Pavarotti and Joan Collins (left) and Michael Schumacher and Eric Canton (right). It has just got even more accessible thanks to British Airways, which has new daily flights to Malaysia as well as holiday packages to Pangkor Laut from £1,339pp.
In the footsteps of giants: How Celtic Manor is the perfect venue to create your own piece of Ryder Cup magic
With the sun high in the sky we left a stifling London behind and headed west towards the solace and serenity of the Welsh valleys. Our destination was Celtic Manor, set in 2,000 acres of lush parkland, the five star resort outside Newport at the gateway to Wales boasts balconied bedrooms, a superb spa, and a sparkling array of restaurants. And then there is the small matter of three championship golf courses, including the Twenty Ten course, where the actions of Europe's Ryder Cup heroics live long in the memory.
Inside the £200k cruise that nearly sold out IN A DAY: Passengers on the Seven Seas Navigator will visit 31 countries in six continents (and there's unlimited champagne for the duration)
The Seven Seas Navigator will visit six continents, 31 countries and more than 60 ports of call featuring 29 Unesco World Heritage Sites. Norwegian Cruise Line Holdings CEO Frank Del Rio, whose subsidiary company Regent Seven Seas runs the ship, revealed that nearly three quarters of the berths were sold on the first day of sales. The cheapest rooms cost £35,000, while couples wanting the very best berths will need to fork out £200,000.
From TOWIE to Downton Abbey: The best of Britain's TV locations (and whether it's a blessing or a curse to be linked to the show)
Essex residents have recently launched a bid to stop TOWIE tours in Brentwood over fears 'disruptive' tourists could deter people from visiting. The show (top left) which regularly draws in nearly a million viewers per episode, is not the only one to have captured the attention of tourists wishing to see where the stars hang out. Shows such as Geordie Shore (filmed in Newcastle, bottom right), Poldark (Cornwall, top right) and Game of Thrones (Northern Ireland, bottom left) have put their respective filming areas on the map, with some enjoying a boost in tourism.
The seals outnumber the guests! Scottish holiday island with spectacular sea views, a restaurant and lighthouse is yours for £2,000 a night
Located a mile from Mull of Kintyre, rugged Sanda Island boasts four cottages (top left), a natural beach populated by seals, and a lighthouse (top right) with 360-degree views. When guests arrive at the 400-acre outcrop they are treated to a traditional welcome from a Scottish piper and then shown to their cottage. For £2,000 a day, the 'island package' includes meals, an excursion to Northern Ireland, a fishing trip and supervised whisky tasting.
Pagan burial grounds, the ghost of Anne Boleyn and the property that inspired The Shining: These are the world's most haunted hotels
For adventurous travellers looking for a night to remember, consider checking into these spooky spots, including a converted prison and a luxurious Italian residence haunted by Mussolini. In Kent, the childhood home of Anne Boleyn is a five-star bed and breakfast where many have spotted her ghostly apparition wandering through the gardens, while the Chateau de Brissac (main) is haunted by The Green Lady. In Los Angeles, the spirit of iconic actress Marilyn Monroe (top right) has been spotted in the mirror of her favourite room: 229.
He ran out of countries! Meet the traveller who visited EVERY country on the planet - before turning 40 (and he's got advice on how you can do the same)
Gunnar Garfors succeeded in travelling to all 198 countries around the world by the time he reached 37. He has released a book on his journey called 198: How I Ran Out Of Countries. The explorer managed to combine his love for travelling with his job, working in broadcasting during his trip. Along the way he has experienced Machu Picchu (top left), India (top centre), Iran (top right), Petra (bottom left), Bhutan (bottom centre), Mount Klubbviktind in Norway (bottom right).
Inside the luxurious £600-a-night treehouse hotel where every suite has a fireplace and infinity pool high above the forest floor
Offering a unique take on a room with a view, the wood and stone treehouses at Tsala Treetop Lodge boast high ceilings, kitchenettes and outdoor showers in a peaceful location between the coastal towns of Knysna and Plettenberg Bay. Every suite and villa has a private deck with an infinity pool (top right) and a balcony offering sweeping views of a lush forest (left). When it's time to eat, guests dine on a deck suspended high above the forest floor (bottom right).
'This photo will haunt my son forever': The internet goes wild over hilarious holiday snap of boy's terrified expression on 75mph roller coaster
Will Poole, from Wilmington, North Carolina, posted the amusing picture on Reddit and Imgur, where it has more than 3.3 million views in just two days. Under the headline 'This roller coaster photo will haunt my son forever', the photo shows Kylan McKittrick's terrified expression as the Skyrush coaster, at Hersheypark in Pennsylvania, hit a massive drop. Will has been accused of 'shaming' his son, but says Kylan is thrilled with all of the attention he has received.
Bird's eye view! Incredible images showcase daredevil parahawker letting Bob the vulture swoop in for a chicken dinner
These amazing pictures of spectacular views may look like they were taken on a paragliding trip but there's a unique twist. This is parahawking a novel new sport for adrenaline junkies that gives them the chance to soar through the skies with birds by their side. Adam Gerber, 25, captured these incredible snapshots in Pokhara, Nepal, which is currently the only place in the world to offer the daredevil activity.
I would drive 500 miles! Scotland's stunning answer to Route 66 is named one of the top coastal road trips in the world - just two months after it was launched
North Coast 500 - to be known as NC500 - was only launched two months ago, but has struck a chord with travellers due to its stunning scenery, beaches, such as Achmelvich Beach (inset right) and fairytale castles like the ruined Ardvreck Castle (inset left) that can be seen along the route. The initiative, backed by Prince Charles, aims to showcase local Scottish food, drink, accommodation and activities.
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- Now that's a party! Man breaks world record by celebrating his birthday for 46 HOURS flying across the International Date Line
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- America's 'germiest' wall, a Stonehenge replica made completely of foam and England's only gnome reserve: The world's strangest tourist attractions revealed
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- 'He gave me wings!' How a daredevil Red Bull Air Race pilot trained a complete novice to perform death defying aerobatics in just 10 MINUTES
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- Who said men can't multi-task? Commuter stuns passengers with 'workstation' that includes a music stand and laptop... and there's even a baby strapped to his chest
- Inside the £200k cruise that nearly sold out IN A DAY: Passengers on the Seven Seas Navigator will visit 31 countries in six continents (and there's unlimited champagne for the duration)
- From 100ft monster waves in Portugal to the dangerous 'pipeline' in Hawaii: Infographic reveals the world's best places to surf
- You never know who you'll end up sitting beside! Delta Airlines releases hilarious flight safety video featuring Moses, a squirrel and a host of cartoon characters
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- Anything to declare? Boy, 12, sparks security scare after a GRENADE was found in his hand luggage at Florida airport
- Passenger accuses Jet2 flight attendant of having a 'vendetta' after low-cost airline banned him and friend for being 'aggressive and abusive'
- Shocking moment airline passenger was punched in the head by 'drunk man who refused to turn off his phone before take-off'
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- Projectile vomiting, temper tantrums and explosive diarrhoea: Mothers reveal their nightmare plane stories (that will have everyone supporting adults-only flights)
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- There's love in the air: New Tinder-inspired app, CrewMe, connects pilots and cabin crew looking for romance
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- Cockroaches in the kitchen, stoves caked in grease and food left uncovered: Restaurant popular with tourists on Australia's Sunshine Coast fined £10,000
- Welcome to the 'Condom-inium': Stay in this Ibiza apartment for FREE for a week - if you don't mind sleeping in a bed covered with safe sex messages and STI statistics
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- Southwest Airlines flight delayed after plane's wing knocks over catering truck at US airport
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- Bird's eye view! Incredible images showcase daredevil parahawker letting Bob the vulture swoop in for a chicken dinner
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- Breathtaking drone footage of Japan's stunning Pacific coastline that'll make you think you're looking at the Maldives
- On the frontline of Afghanistan's attempts to boost warzone tourism in 'oasis' of Bamiyan... despite the conflict around it
- Pictured: The incredible 82ft-tall hotel aquarium in Berlin that has an elevator for guests INSIDE it (and is home to 1,500 fish)
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