Now THAT'S going out on a limb: US helicopter company lets tourists take stomach-churning 'shoe selfies' thousands of feet above famous landmarks

FlyNYON helicopter company lets tourists take 'shoe selfies' thousands of feet in the air

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) 

Britain's biggest collection of holiday photographs by Swindon's Gordon Bray

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.

Holiday firm who told grieving pensioner 'death doesn't constitute a refund' finally pays back money for caravan honeymoon... into her dead fiancé's account

Bunn Leisure, who said death was not included in the £25 cancellation cover agreed to refund widow Jean Kinahan, from West Sussex, but paid it into fiance James' account - that she cannot access.

Sports-mad British student told he may not walk again after being catapulted from a moped on holiday in and breaking his back

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David Eastham, 20, from Manchester, was thrown from a moped he was a passenger on after the driver lost control and skidded off the road on the island of Koh Samui.

British police patrol the streets of Magaluf for the first time.... as revellers are still sleeping off their hangovers in the midday sun

British police officers have started patrolling the streets of the Spanish holiday resort of Magaluf as part of a two-week trial to help Spanish authorities deal with victims and offenders from the UK.

Tourists' shock as porn video is shown for 15 MINUTES at bus station after hackers infiltrate display screens

The sex footage was shown on screens that normally display arrival and departure times for passengers at the Boqueirao station in the Brazilian city of Curitiba.

Terrifying moment cable on slingshot ride SNAPPED and catapulted thrillseekers into the air at French theme park

Luna Park cable on slingshot ride SNAPPED and sent thrillseekers into the air

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.

American Airlines passenger records terrifying moment FLAMES shot out of plane's engine shortly after take-off

Witnesses on the ground called 911 to report a plane in distress, and flight 669 was forced to make an emergency landing at Philadelphia's airport with 133 passengers and five crew members on board.

Holiday selfies at risk: 16% leave their phone chargers behind before going away according to survey that reveals most commonly forgotten items

While a phone or computer charger is the most commonly forgotten item, British holidaymakers have been known to leave everything from passports to sun cream at home.

Go wine tasting in the winter and wait until September to visit summer hot spots: Infographic reveals best off-season travel times and destinations

During the summer, travel costs can skyrocket. But for those eager to jet off - and remain budget-conscious - this infographic highlights the most affordable destinations anytime of year.

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

High flyer quits Dubai life for off-grid desert village in 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).

From eating the 'world's oldest cake' to visiting the opera and futuristic museums: Six things you MUST do in Linz

Linz refuses to be overawed by its two better-known neighbours - Vienna and Salzburg, and now boasts a new opera house, a museum of the future and (possibly) the world's oldest cake.

Swap the beach for bobsledding this summer... if you can handle forces four and a half times stronger than gravity

The Utah Olympic Park track covers 4,400ft in length, with a 400ft drop in elevation and 15 curves for budding bobsledders to experience. Runs can be timed for mini races against other competitors.

From a vineyard in France to a glass at 35,000 feet: How the finest French wine is selected for British Airways passengers

John Hutchinson's French wine tasting trip

Earlier this year BA scooped the gold medal in the best business class white wine category at the Cellar in the Sky awards for the Rémi Niero Condrieu Les Ravines 2012.

Art, architecture and brunching: Why there's much more to Miami than just the beach and nightlife

While Miami's beach, bars and restaurants are evidently a big draw, Emily Sheridan found out Miami is also full of culture, with museums, art and architecture to stimulate the mind.

Illicit getaway: Prohibition hotspot Whiskey Island used by bootleggers to ship liquor to New York could be yours for £2m

Prohibition's Whiskey Island used by New York City bootleggers for sale at £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.

Is this the most adventurous backpacker in the world? British man lives to tell tales of being stripped at gunpoint in Israel, mugged in Nicaragua and falling severely ill in Nepal

Will Hatton, from Brighton, has been robbed three times and suffered life-threatening illnesses while visiting nearly 50 countries on his travels around the world over the last seven years.

Say goodbye to cramped knees: 'Legroom adjustable' plane seat moves backwards and forwards according to height of the traveller

In an era where it seems like every airline is trying to cram as many people in to get the best profits, legroom space comes at a premium - but a new 'legroom adjustable' seat is looking to change that.

The Crafty Traveller: Play your cards right to get the best euro deals (and how to avoid the sneaky extra costs)

With £1 worth about €1.42, the pound is more than ten per cent stronger against the euro than last summer, and stands at its best rate since September 2007 but there are still ways you could lose out.

Racing, rivalry and revelry: Experiencing the world oldest and most controversial horse race, Siena's Il Palio

In one of Europe's most elegant medieval squares next Sunday, nearly 50,000 people will gather to watch the world's oldest - and most controversial - horse race.

Glories of secret Britain: 20 enchanting gardens you MUST visit this season

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).

The action doesn't just take place on the pitch: The top places to celebrate the Rugby World Cup this summer 

The Rugby World Cup is taking place in September, lasting for six weeks and as the country ignites with 'rugbymania', there are plenty of special events on offer.

The daring young mum on the flying trapeze: Inside Club Med Punta Cana, the only resort in the world with a 'circus' on site

At the Club Med resort guests can try the tightrope, juggle and the high bungee. The four-star Punta Cana lies adjacent to Haiti and surrounded by the Caribbean waters.

AirBaltic flight refused permission to take off after crew and BOTH PILOTS failed their alcohol tests

Passengers were reportedly initially told that the pilot was unwell, despite police having received a tip from concerned travellers who believed the flight crew to be tipsy.

15 countries, a staggering 12,400 miles and one tuk tuk: Three friends depart Bangkok for France on customised electric rickshaw

15 countries, a staggering 12,400 miles and one tuk tuk: Three friends depart Bangkok for

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.

Meal with a view! Romantic floating restaurant opens in China's Zhejiang Province... but it's only accessible via boat transfer

For anyone in search of a unique dining experience, look no further. The romantic restaurant is fashioned out of a wooden floating dock, and looks to only accommodate parties of two.

Croatia is heating up: Little-known island of Losinj set to become the star attraction of the Adriatic (and could be their answer to Majorca)

Hotel chain Jadranka is spending a fortune in Croatia after building and re-developing a number of hotels and luxury villas - and have plans for a golf course and international airport.

A home that towers above the rest! Space-age property has 360-degree views, fingerprint entry and a beer dispenser in the sofa

Skysphere in Linton boasts 360-degree views and a beer dispenser in the couch

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.

Leg it to Legoland: A stay inside the resort's dragon-guarded hotel complete with themed rooms and a pirate splash pool

Windsor's Legoland theme park, has been going for nearly 20 years, attracting two million annually. But with 55 rides many people now elect to spread their trip over two days and stay at the 'resort' hotel.

From 100ft monster waves in Portugal to the dangerous 'pipeline' in Hawaii: Infographic reveals the world's best places to surf

It charts how the biggest breaks compare to each other, with the 100ft monster waves at Nazare, Portugal, towering over the rest. The infographic explains that quality counts, too.

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

Pavarotti couldn’t get enough of it, Joan Collins honeymooned there… but you don't need to

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.

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

Passengers couldn't help but stare in wonder at the man, who used a music stand, laptop computer and wireless keyboard to create one of the most absurd scenes ever on an Overground train.

Would YOU want to fly in this? Passenger captures the terrifying moment his plane takes off in a raging thunderstorm

Passenger films raging storm as plane takes off in the U.S.

James Reeves was flying with United Airlines from Chicago to Houston in the U.S, and was lucky enough to get the window seat to film the action unfolding outside.

Anything to declare? Boy, 12, sparks security scare after a GRENADE was found in his hand luggage at Florida airport

Transportation Security Administration officers made the shocking discovery at Jacksonville's international airport, a day after a hatchet was found in a teen's luggage at Orlando's airport.

In the footsteps of giants: How Celtic Manor is the perfect venue to create your own piece of Ryder Cup magic

In the footsteps of giants: How Celtic Manor is the perfect venue to create your own piece

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.

Shocking moment airline passenger was punched in the head by 'drunk man who refused to turn off his phone before take-off'

Footage shows the unruly passenger at Chicago's O'Hare Airport removing his hand luggage from the overhead bin before he pauses, speaks to a man in the front row and then throws a punch.

British tourist suffers horrific leg injury after 'false widow spider bite' while on holiday in Lanzarote

Barry Jackson, from Stevenage, Hertfordshire, said he began to feel unwell at his resort and spent three days in Lister Hospital after his leg suffered horrific swelling below the knee.

Is this the future of room service? Robots deployed to cater to hotel guests' needs... and they can even navigate the lifts

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The Crowne Plaza San Jose-Silicon Valley hotel in the U.S. and the Aloft Hotels brand of Starwood Hotels are both utilising androids in the hospitality sector, both created by Savioke.

They are endorsed by Twilight star Kellan Lutz and help you sleep on planes: Why Blackout Bands are the latest must-have in-flight accessory

These sunglasses, which were developed by Twilight's Kellan Lutz, are 98 per cent opaque and perfect for concealing your shut-eye from the world. Or, you know, other plane passengers.

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)

Seven Seas Navigator cruise passengers will visit 31 countries in six continents

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.

'Wish you were beer': Punters share cheeky pub signs on Twitter... including one claiming that 'size matters' and another urging drunken revellers to stop twerking

Pub-goers have posted comical chalkboards spotted outside their favourite watering holes under the hashtag, '#barsignoftheday'. The tongue-in-cheek notices are sweeping the internet.

New holiday car hire shambles! Drivers go to all that trouble getting special code now that paper part of licence is axed... but firms don't even bother to ask for it

The scrapping of the traditional paper driving licence has led to a shambles for motorists facing widespread confusion about the documentation required by rental firms.

British holidaymakers warned about travel to Cyprus as temperatures hit 57C and steering wheels MELT

Some car thermometers in Nicosia logged 63C, with the heat being so extreme that one person wrote on Twitter that she'd put her iPhone in the fridge.

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

The Sexual Health Condom-inium has been created after research revealed that one in 12 Brits have contracted an STI on holiday, and more than a third have had unprotected sex.

There's love in the air: New Tinder-inspired app, CrewMe, connects pilots and cabin crew looking for romance

Inspired by the likes of Tinder, Hinge and OKCupid, CrewMe is a brand new dating app, developed by a pilot - catering to flight crew on layover in foreign locales.

Men spend £400 on beauty treatments and new clothes to prep for a holiday in Marbella (but those going to France, Italy or Portugal splash out just £50)

A recent survey comparing male and female holiday prep habits found that 19% of males spent over £400 on beauty treatments, tanning and new clothing before jetting off.

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)

From TOWIE to Downton Abbey, the best of Britain's TV locations

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.

'Highway to the Danger Zone!' Moment Southwest Airlines crew blared Top Gun song through cabin as plane took off

Footage captured by a passenger reveals the moment a flight attendant recreated a scene from the Tom Cruise film as the plane barrelled down the runway.

Hotels in Spanish holiday hotspot of Lloret de Mar given power to evict badly behaved tourists amid concern over rowdy image

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The move by officials at the Spanish resort of Lloret de Mar is the first of its kind in the country that will actually see troublemakers have their reservations terminated.

Timing is everything: Save up to 45% on your summer holiday... simply by travelling during the week of August 22

New research by Skyscanner, in their Summer 2015 Uncovered report, reveals the best time to book holidays to some of Europe's most sought-after summer destinations.

Holidaymaker's fury after currency exchange shop gave her €600 worth of counterfeit notes... and she still hasn't been reimbursed

Pauline Westall obtained the notes from The Money Shop in Oldham and didn't realise they were fraudulent until she tried to use a €50 note (approximately £35) at a shop in Malta.

The seals outnumber the guests! Scottish holiday island with spectacular sea views, a restaurant and lighthouse is yours for £2,000 a night

Sanda Island off coast of Scotland available for rent for £2,000 a day

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.

Is this the world's creepiest hotel? Inside the CRYPT where guests sleep in a coffin on a concrete platform that held a priest's remains for 100 years

Believed to be the first of its kind, the bizarre room comes with a custom-built pine coffin with enough room for two brave souls, and a vent that was meant to exhaust the gases emitted by a rotting corpse.

Southwest Airlines flight delayed after plane's wing knocks over catering truck at US airport

The Boeing 737-700 was being pushed back from its gate at Denver International Airport when it hit the catering truck. The truck's driver climbed out and was taken to hospital for evaluation.

Pagan burial grounds, the ghost of Anne Boleyn and the property that inspired The Shining: These are the world's most haunted hotels

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.

Book two one-way flights, change your location settings and request a vegetarian meal on board: 27 little-known travel tips that will surprise even frequent fliers

For even the most seasoned travellers, long-haul flights can be stressful. Business Insider has compiled a list of handy travel hacks to ensure your journey is as smooth as possible.

Adorable footage captures baby wallaby Monti settling into his new surroundings following the death of his mother

Baby wallaby Monti is well on the road to recovery following the passing of his mother and was recently moved to a new enclosure in Tierpark Berlin to embark upon his new life.

EasyJet apologises after in-flight magazine highlights Belfast's often-violent Orange Order marches as TOURIST ATTRACTIONS that are 'great to watch'

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Last month 'The Twelfth' parade, commemorating the 1690 Battle of Boyne, saw violence break out when marchers from the Orange Order clashed with nationalists in Belfast, Northern Ireland.

Dramatic moment firefighters hosed down passenger plane after it was forced to make emergency landing without nose gear

The pilot of the RusLine aircraft was hailed as a hero for landing the plane after its landing gear malfunctioned and failed to deploy on approach to an airport in Russia.

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)

This man visit EVERY country in the world before he reached 40

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).

Hilarious moment monkey opens mouth as wide as possible and reacts in complete shock at sight of a chicken SANDWICH

This is the hilarious moment a monkey from Longleat Safari and Adventure Park in Wiltshire came face to face with a chicken sandwich and reacted in horror.

Keeping up with the Indiana Joneses: More Brits than ever before embarking on risky pursuits while on holiday (and the over-65s are getting in on the action too)

Millions of travel insurance policies have had to be updated to keep up with the growing travel trend, and now include activities such as 'cave tubing' and husky sledge driving, according to Virgin Money.

Stay in amazing locations around the world without paying a thing: Travel site lets you exchange your skills for a FREE room

Worldpackers offers stays in 96 countries without travellers paying a penny. The site allows travellers to swap cooking, musical or languages skills for a free bed for the night.

Projectile vomiting, temper tantrums and explosive diarrhoea: Mothers reveal their nightmare plane stories (that will have everyone supporting adults-only flights)

EXCLUSIVE: Following calls for adults-only flights, parents confess to FEMAIL their worst on-board horror stories - including one tot who shouted, 'There's something wrong with the plane!'.

Adventurer converts his grandma's van into a mobile home enabling him to live and work on the road - clocking 60,000 miles

Travis Burke's photos from adventurer's 60,000 mile US tour

Professional adventure photographer Travis Burke has spent 16 months and 60,000 miles touring some of North America's most stunning locations in a converted 1994 Dodge Ram Van. His fascinating work includes photographing the Milky Way Galaxy or backpacking in search of hidden waterfalls.

Concrete jungle to the rainforest in under 11 hours: British Airways to launch direct flights from London Gatwick to Costa Rica

Starting in May next year, British Airways will be offering nonstop flights from Gatwick to San Jose, the Costa Rican capital. It is hoped the service will boost tourism in the country.

Grand Theft Ostrich! Cheeky bird attempts to break into CAR at safari park by pecking the door handle with its beak in hilarious video

A cheeky ostrich attempted to gain access to a car by pecking at the door handle with its beak. The humorous and rather surprising footage was captured at a safari park in England.

Commuters, meet Miffy! Train carriages in China get a colourful makeover to celebrate cartoon rabbit's 60th anniversary

Four carriages of the city metro in Guangzhou have become all the rage among netizens and commuters since appearing decorated with pictures of the popular cartoon rabbit 'Miffy.'

Is this your bunny? The Facebook campaign to find owner of stuffed toy that's hopping all over the internet

Staff at Aalborg Airport in Norresundby, Denmark, said they had only been planning to have a bit of fun when they posted images of a lost toy bunny to Facebook - but the post has since gone viral.

Tourists speak of 'pandemonium' after leaping from Russian sightseeing boat that exploded and burst into flames

Tourists in Russia leap from sightseeing boat that burst into flames

While meandering down Lake Baikal in Russia, an explosion on board the Barguzin 2 saw around 112 people leap for their lives onto rafts. Passengers, which included locals and foreigners, reported smelling smoke on the vessel before it was engulfed by flames, while sailing near Peschanka.

How China is turning a disused quarry into a stunningly futuristic mountain resort with an indoor ski slope and a 200ft waterfall

With Beijing winning rights to host the 2022 Winter Olympics just last week, it is believed that the complex could attract a new generation of winter sports fans to the country.

The future of picnicking has arrived: The space age backpack that contains a table, cup holders and USB hubs

This space age backpack - or 'technopicnic' - is inspired by sci-fi hit 2001: A Space Odyssey and contains everything the picnicker of the future needs.

Would you check into a hotel called Scandic Hell? The most unfortunately named accommodation in the world

They say it's all about location, location, location - but a name is important, too. Tourists might be forgiven for doubting the standards at Terrible's Hotel in Vegas or Scandic Hell in Norway.

Heathrow chaos: Passengers forced to board flights without their luggage after power cut stops conveyor belts

Long queues built up in London's Heathrow Terminal 5 after a temporary power outage sparked mayhem, and a cordoned-off area filled with hundreds of suitcases.

30 days, 14 states and four time zones: Ultimate road trip itinerary takes travellers to all the tourist hotspots between New York City and Los Angeles

UK competition site, MyOffers, has drafted an itinerary for an epic 30 day road trip across the entire continental United States - and no stone has been left unturned.

Inside the luxurious £600-a-night treehouse hotel where every suite has a fireplace and infinity pool high above the forest floor

Tsala Treetop Lodge boasts treehouses with fireplaces and infinity pools

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).

Now THAT'S a warm whale-come! Amazing drone footage shows mother and her calf swimming up to boat and allowing tourists to pet them

Wildlife photographer Mark Carwardine captured the magical moment the friendly mother and her calf approached the boat in San Ignacio Lagoon off the Pacific coast of Baja California.

Portuguese paradise: Inside the incredible Douro Valley wine lodge that has it all... from sensational views to world class food (and the port isn't bad, either)

Quinta Nova (pictured) would be a tempting place to stay in an industrial wasteland. But it happens to be in the outstandingly beautiful Douro Valley, which makes it irresistible.

Breathtaking Britain: Lake District named UK's most spectacular landscape to capture on camera... with southern beauty spots snubbed by photographers

Professional and amateur photographers favour The Lake District when it comes to capturing amazing scenery. It was followed by the Yorkshire Dales, Peak District and Snowdonia National Park.

Downton Abbey's butler Jim Carter serves up reasons why London is the 'cultural capital of the world'

In the film, previewing the coming autumn season of events in London, Mr Carter hones in on London's theatrical offerings and recommends the Southbank to any visitor to the capital.

Dramatic moment drunk man was hauled off a plane after fighting with passengers and forcing pilot to make emergency landing

A witness said the man had been drinking before the flight and began causing problems for passengers and cabin crew as the plane flew from Novosibirsk to Vladivostok in Russia.

Tourist, 77, trampled to death by COWS while taking shortcut through pasture in Swiss Alps

Police said the woman was knocked over and trampled by cows that apparently were trying to protect their calves in a fenced-off area near Laax, in the Swiss canton of Graubunden.

'This photo will haunt my son forever': The internet goes wild over hilarious holiday snap of boy's terrified expression on 75mph roller coaster

Skyrush roller coaster photo of boy's terrified expression goes viral

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.

Could these futuristic lighthouses prevent another Costa Concordia? Designs include Batman beam and a 'silent compass'

The winners of a competition intended to commemorate the Costa Concordia tragedy and design a new lighthouse concept for the spot where vessel sunk near Italy, have been announced.

Food for thought! One-fifth of Brits admit that local cuisine is the most important factor when choosing a holiday destination

Over 50 per cent of British holidaymakers admit that the local cuisine on offer is a determining factor when deciding where to book, while 22 per cent reveal that food is the single most important thing.

Bird's eye view! Incredible images showcase daredevil parahawker letting Bob the vulture swoop in for a chicken dinner

Adam Gerber captured images of parahawker letting Bob the vulture swoop in

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.

'There is excrement in almost every bush': Rude tourists slammed after using trail to picturesque mountain ledge as public toilet

Visitors to Pulpit Rock have been causing such a mess that there is an unbearable stench on hot summer days, according to a group that manages the trail and famed plateau.

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

Scotland's Route 66, the NC500, named in the world's top 6 coastal road trips

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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