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Would YOU dare to walk along these? From China to the USA, the most TERRIFYING bridges on earth revealed

Would YOU dare to walk along the most TERRIFYING bridges on earth?

If you are afraid of heights you will probably want to look away now. Here are some of the most precarious or plain scary bridges that face brave adventurers around the world. If you wish to experience the breathtaking panoramas of the mountainous Ai-Petri region on the southeastern coast of Crimea, you must first brave the wooden bridges that tower over vast ravines. And you have to have nerves of steel to risk death or serious injury when you take on the world's most dangerous trail - Mount Hua near the city of Huayin in China which features stomach-churning drops, vertical ascents, steep staircases and narrow walkways, with only a small chain to cling onto.

Caught on camera: The terrifying moment the engine of a plane carrying 137 people rips apart during take-off

Sky Airlines plane engine rips off during take-off as passenger films video

A video captured by a passenger on the Sky Airlines flight from Santiago to Copiapo saw the left engine's protective casing lift up and break off as the plane began to climb. The aircraft soon returned to the airport in Chile where the 137 passengers were transferred onto another flight.

And what were you planning on doing with this lizard, sir? The strangest items Brits have had confiscated at airport security

In a new survey, Brits revealed the oddest items they'd had confiscated at airport, including handcuffs, sand and foliage. In France, the most confiscated item was fireworks.

The most beautiful footage of autumn leaves ever? Drone captures breathtaking panorama of Vermont's fabulous foliage

New Yorker, Matt Benedetto, 25, starts the video off close to his face before releasing the device and steadily reversing it hundreds of feet above the ground.

Tourists who have stolen mementos from the ruined city of Pompeii are returning them in droves... claiming their lives have been CURSED

Hundreds of items have been stolen from Pompeii by tourists, who are now returning them after they found their lives were cursed. It echoes story that Mount Vesuvius erupted because of curse by gods.

Astonishing pictures show Boeing 747 engine lying in a field after it FELL OFF when the aircraft took to the air with 300 terrified passengers on board

An engine of a Boeing 747 operated by Iran's Mahan Air detached from the plane this morning shortly after take-off from Tehran. The large part crashed into a field.

You weren't invited! The animals that innocently photobombed family holiday pictures with perfect timing

Animals that photobombed family holiday pictures with perfect timing

Nobody likes an uninvited guest on holiday... unless they're the non-human kind of course. Now that everyone has a smart phone, tourists are more snap-happy than ever while away on vacation. This means there are plenty of opportunities for a comical situation to occur while the subject is busy posing for the camera.

Tourists gasp in horror as jaguar leaps into river, disappears under the murky water and re-emerges with a CAIMAN in its mouth

The rare footage was captured by a tourist who watched as the big cat stalked its prey from the river bank before bravely launching itself at it, in what is believed to be South America.

Infographic reveals 50 of the most bizarre travel facts (yes, they really do grow square water melons in Japan)

Infographic reveals some of the wackiest, lesser-known facts about countries from around the world, including the country that drinks wine infused with snakes.

Kiwi tourist, 20, suffers 86 percent burns to his body after he is electrocuted taking a photo from an abandoned train in the 'world's most haunted forest' in Romania

Fergus Chetwin-Kelly, 20, has burns to 86% of his body and is in a coma after he touched a live cable on abandoned train tracks in the 'world's most haunted forest' in north-west Romania.

Why are Brits so scared of flying? Survey reveals they fear plane travel more than anyone else in Europe (but one expert said they're just more honest about phobias)

TV behaviour expert and author of Being Confident, Judi James, ruled out the existence of a national phobia and instead argued that stoicism makes Britons more honest.

Not just a stag do destination: A photographic journey into the heart of Estonia discovering its 1500 islands and forests

There aren't many places that boast 1,500 islands and nearly 50% of the entire country covered in forest. MailOnline Travel goes on a photographic journey discovering Estonia's secrets.

Hyatt bans on-demand porn in hotel rooms as guests turn to smartphones and laptops to view X-rated material

US-based Hyatt Hotels is the latest hospitality company to ban on-demand adult entertainment from its rooms with decreasing revenue from movie rentals driving the trend.

Hidden holiday gems revealed: Tourism office workers share their top tips for lesser known local hot spots

Tourism office workers share their top tips for hidden holiday gems

Tourism offices are full of expert knowledge on museums and galleries. But now the experts have revealed to MailOnline their REAL local tips, including dive bars, beauty spots and eateries. Pictured clockwise from top left: Merthyr Mawr Sand Dunes in Bridgend County, The Broken Spoke in Austin, Texas,

Not a wizard idea: Harry Potter fans gamble with their lives to take photos on the famous viaduct from the films (and are causing havoc as they race to the area)

Over the summer, a couple with a young child were seen on railway line near the Glenfinnan viaduct in the Highlands, along with two men who were seen taking selfies.

Could this be the end of the overhead bin battle? Boeing reveals spacious storage areas that will give passengers almost 50 per cent more space for carry-on luggage

Alaska Airlines will pioneer the introduction of the expanded areas on its Boeing 737, which will increase the number of bags that can fit in the overhead area from 118 to 178.

Singapore Airlines joins Qantas with launch of a 19-hour flight: Non-stop route to New York set to open in 2018

Singapore Airlines says that due to demand the service will resume with the help of a brand new aircraft. The plane in question will be Airbus' new 'ultra-long range' version of its A350-900.

Revealed: The new solo cabins launching on Cunard's Queen Mary 2 as part of its multi-million-pound refurbishment

Fresh new designs in the fifteen single cabins will feature signature colour schemes, plush carpets and furniture as well as more decorative fixtures and fittings.

Inside the hidden London hotel that is awash with celebrity tales thanks to its famous Victorian bathtub

Portobello Hotel is a famous retreat for celebrity guests

Legend has it then-couple Johnny Depp and Kate Moss had a Champagne bath at London's Portobello Hotel, although it's a rumour that won't die even though he has denied it. A-listers often stay in Room 16 (top right), which features a Victorian claw-foot bathtub (inset) at the foot of a large circular bed (top left). Nestled on a quiet street in Notting Hill, the boutique hotel boasts 21 rooms with individual designs (bottom left) and a stately sitting room looking out onto a private garden (bottom right).

Gastronomy, Game of Thrones and a man who predicts rainfall with ONIONS: How to spend a charming few days exploring Catalonia

From its cobbled capital, to its rugged coast, the fight to make Catalonia a separate state has begun. Madlen Davies tours the area, and meets a man with a curious way of forecasting the weather.

New Orleans and Miami will be UNDER WATER within the next century as rising sea levels put more than 400 US cities 'past the point of no return', new study claims

No matter what we do to curb global warming, New Orleans, Miami and many other beloved US cities will sink below rising seas due to carbon emissions, according to a study released Monday.

Great Scots! Americans vote Glasgow accent the sexiest in the UK... and people from Essex sound least attractive

In a new survey, Americans said the Glaswegian accent was the sexiest and Geordies sounded most intelligent. Meanwhile, Brits voted the New York twang as the most attractive.

Air France A380 declares emergency 45 minutes into flight after cabin crew realise two passengers are MISSING

Crew onboard the Boeing A380 flight from Paris to Johannesburg triggered the security alert after realising that the passenger list and baggage did not match.

Incredible 360 degree interactive video shows a pilot's-eye view of taxiing, take-off and landing in an Airbus A320

360 degree interactive video shows an Airbus A320 pilot's-eye view of taxi, take-off and

The amazing video footage lets people click around the cabin while Flight commander Luc Wolfensberger and First Officer Martin Radinger fly 250 passengers from Zurich to Geneva. Announcements and instructions inside the cockpit can be heard on the five minute video. Towards the end, the plane swoops low over houses and makes a controlled landing at Geneva Airport - formerly known as Cointrin Airport - in Switzerland.

Tourist takes the planking craze to a new level by using travelator conveyor belts to spin his body in circles

A new video uploaded to YouTube shows a man doing tricks at a Universal theme park in the US. He lies in plank form on the conveyor belts of a travelator, which flip him round in circles.

Dancing on air! Air stewardess performs jig with passenger on Aer Lingus flight after band start playing traditional Irish music

Prior to the in-flight performance a band had started to play traditional Irish music on board the Aer Lingus flight, much to the delight of the passengers.

Wheelchair user sneaks a bottle of water and a tool kit through security at UK airport simply by hiding them under his seat

Josh Gardner, from Leeds, took part in a secret investigation at Leeds-Bradford Airport after informing colleagues that his chair had never been searched when he was passing through an airport.

British passenger banned for life from airline after TERRORISING cabin crew on flight from Prague to Glasgow

Peter Vincent from Scotland was also ordered to pay a £950 fine following the incident in June which saw him using foul and offensive language and threatening a senior crew member.

Inside the world's best hotel suites: From a bush bedroom where lions roam to a retreat 13ft under the Indian Ocean, the rooms that redefine luxury

The world's best hotel suites include a retreat 13ft under the Indian Ocean

Private cinemas, butlers, and solid crystal bathroom sinks are some of the perks enjoyed by the rich and famous at the world's best hotels. Those looking for a truly lavish experience opt for the Royal Suite at Dubai's Burj Al Arab (bottom right). At Four Seasons Hotel New York, guests enjoy unrivalled views of the Chrysler and Empire State buildings (inset), while Lion Sands Game Reserve in South Africa (bottom left) is the perfect retreat from the concrete jungle. For the perfect hideaway, Southern Ocean Lodge (top left) is set on Australia's tranquil Kangaroo Island, while Jade Mountain (top right) in St Lucia offers a relaxing sanctuary.

London airports have shockingly slow Wi-Fi and download speeds are fast on the TUBE, new study reveals

An independent study by Thinkbroadband.com found that Stansted had the fastest download speeds of London's five major airports, although it still ranks far behind other European airports.

Calling San Francisco 'San Fran', standing on the left on Tube escalators and wearing 'I love NY' T-shirts: The things tourists do that REALLY annoy locals

Tourists are both the life blood and bane of many cities. Now, locals have revealed the most obvious ways visitors stand out.

Are YOU brave enough to contact the dead? TV ghost hunter Ian Lawman claims to have found spirits in the deepest reaches of the London Dungeon tourist attraction (and visitors can now attend a seance there)

The first ever ghost-busting investigation to be conducted in the 100-year-old County Hall in London claims to have dug up the spirits of a Victorian doctor, urchin children, and Jack The Ripper.

Caught on camera: The amazing moment a woman gives birth to a premature baby girl at 30,000ft on a Bali to Los Angeles flight with crew and passengers helping out

The Taiwan outbound flight was forced to make an emergency landing in Alaska with an extra passenger after a Taiwanese woman gave birth six hours into the journey.

They really ARE secret escapes: Through the keyhole in hotels around the world that have incredible hidden features

Hotels around the world often shout about their most unique assets but some like to keep their best features private. MailOnline looks at the best hidden secrets from hotels around the world, including (clockwise from top left): A hotel inside a fort in the Solent, England, a hidden beach at Kuramathi Island Resorts in the Maldives, a secret train station under the Waldorf Astoria in New York, a secret drawing room at the Wellington Hotel in Madrid and (inset) a secret cabin at UXUA Casa Hotel & Spa in Brazil.

The new Beckingham Palace? David and Victoria Beckham 'preparing to splash £5.4million on a six bedroom family home in the Gloucestershire countryside'

The couple have reportedly been viewing a 1640 manor house in Gloucestershire as a possible new family home.

Passengers panic as French fighter jet intercepts flight from Madeira to UK and flew 'so close you could see the pilot'

Monarch Airlines later explained the plane from Madeira to Birmingham had lost communications over French airspace, and the jet was sent up to intercept the flight.

Husband who booked dream Jamaican Thomson break for his wedding anniversary 'was hospitalised with salmonella and is still suffering six months on'

Ian Counsell, 51, from Rossendale, Lancashire, said he suffered severe stomach cramps, diarrhoea and vomiting just days after he and his wife arrived at Hotel Riu Palace in Montego Bay.

Nearly one in four Britons did not go on holiday in the past year (but the wealthiest took an average of EIGHT)

The proportion of people not going on at least one holiday a year is rising, according to new research. Pressure on household finances appears to be the key factor in the decline.

'Mysterious, lethal and enchanting': TV comedian Alexander Armstrong reveals the secrets of chasing the Midnight Sun across the Arctic Circle

Alexander Armstrong on chasing the Midnight Sun across the Arctic Circle

Bolstered by his Northumberland roots which he says ensures he always feels at home in cold, remote parts of the world, TV comedian Alexander Armstrong (right) recently returned from an 8000 mile odyssey across the Arctic Circle .The Pointless game show host spoke to MailOnline Travel about the endless sunset and friendly communities he encountered on his journey, and now stresses that everyone should travel and discover this lesser known destination.

Even A-Listers use public transport! As Kendall Jenner is snapped on London Underground here are the other celebrities who've been spotted taking the Tube

Kendall Jenner was filmed taking the London Underground from Heathrow airport last week. She follows in the footsteps of stars like Rihanna, John Terry and Harry Styles.

What it takes to be Trip Advisor's No.1 hotel in London (and we doubt you've even heard of it)

The 41 Hotel is the No.1 hotel in London on Trip Advisor. The 28-room establishment offers top customer service, with rooms always available for early visitors and staff memorising guests' names

'I've got a moustache... he hasn't!' British holidaymaker, 59, boards plane at Stansted Airport with his 15-year-old son's passport

Greg Sheen, from Fordingbridge, Hampshire, said no one stopped him before he boarded a Ryanair flight to Kos, Greece, even though he looks nothing like the teen pictured on the passport.

Now THAT'S astronomical: The jaw-dropping photographs of the Milky Way as you've never seen it before

Russian ambulance driver, Boris Dmitriev has captured the beauty of the night sky looming above rural Russian meadows and Georgia's mountainous landscapes in breathtaking photographs.

The most terrifying bedroom on earth: Are you brave enough to spend Halloween buried in this Airbnb in Paris' catacombs... with SIX MILLION skeletons?

Airbnb is offering 2 tourists the chance to spend Halloween in Paris' catacombs

The evening will consist of a private tour of the labyrinth of bones and skulls, a daunting culinary experience to the sound of violins and a bedtime storyteller who will read some catacombs legends before the brave duo sleep alongside the remains of Jean de la Fontaine, Charles Perrault and François Rabelais.

Is this the future of hypersonic travel? Airbus' vision for Concorde 2 that could take off vertically and fly from New York to London in just one hour

The illustrations, shown on Patent Yogi's YouTube channel, imagine 'Concorde Two,' which could fly from New York to London in just one hour.

Better test your brakes before driving this route! Incredible images show nerve-shredding cliff-side road in China - with 45 deadly hairpins in just three miles

A spectacular mountain road in Chongqing, southwest China, has become the new talking point among petrolheads after pictures of the mind-boggling motorway emerged on the Internet.

The WiFi tide has turned: Cruise ship giant slashes internet charges by over 90% with guests now able to log on for just £3 a day

Carnival Corporation has announced a new WiFi pricing structure and enhanced service on its ships providing speeds that are 10 times faster even in the middle of the ocean.

How much time are you spending in line? Infographic reveals the hours wasted queuing for the world's most popular tourist attractions (and it's Rome where the most patience is needed)

An average of five hours is being wasted queuing by millions of travellers visiting destinations including Rome, Amsterdam and Barcelona, a graphic (pictured) has revealed.

The jungle of Arabia: Incredible pictures of Oman's pop-up forest in a DESERT which only blooms for three months a year

Pictures of Oman's pop-up forest in a DESERT which blooms for three months a year

The once-a-year sensation, which is known as the Salalah Khareef, or the Salalah Monsoon, transforms a huge tract of land seemingly overnight into a picturesque emerald haven. It takes place for three months a year, from the end of July to the beginning of September, and sees average temperatures drop from a scorching 50 degrees to a cool 20. The inset picture shows what the landscape usually looks like, the main image how it becomes stunningly green and fertile.

Here's why it's called the British ISLES: The little known paradise islands on your doorstep where you can castaway and escape it all

Holidaymakers can indulge their island fantasies and eke out the last of days of sunshine on a break much closer to home, by discovering Britain's lesser known isles.

Land of a thousand mirrors: Photographer captures the colourful reflections of China's rice fields in stunning twilight images

Malaysian camera man, Alex Goh Chun Seong, travelled to Yuanyang in Yunnan, China to capture these amazing rice paddy reflections at the witching hour.

Ahead of the curve: British company invents the world's first CURVY caravan

A quirky Cheshire-based designer has created the world's first curvy caravan. For £21,950 the bespoke Barefoot model comes in duck egg blue.

Fear we go! Halloween Horror Nights kicks off with a bang as Universal Studios Florida celebrate 25 years of blood-curdling carnage

Showcasing its biggest line up of nine horror houses, Universal Studios in Orlando has unleashed Halloween Horror Nights. MailOnline Travel captures the terrifying attraction on film.

Sleeping ruff: Norwegian builder gives up bricks and mortar for a life under canvas with adorable best friend Akiak the husky (whose adventures have made him an Instagram sensation)

Henrik Vikse gives up bricks and mortar for life under canvas with Akiak the husky

Henrik Vikse left his stable career in construction to pursue his dream of hiking through Norway's most beautiful landscapes. But the 28-year-old doesn't do it alone - his adorable husky, four-year-old Akiak (pictured), has gone along for the ride. Henrik (top left) has shared over 350 stunning pictures on Instagram site Akiakthehusky, where he presents his incredible adventures from the perspective of his canine companion. The page currently has over 13,000 followers.

Licence to chill... at 10,000ft: A look into the stunning Alpine hideout used in Daniel Craig's latest James Bond film

Ice Q, which is located on the peak of the Gaislachkogl in Austria, is believed to have been used as inspiration for the villains lair in Spectre, which is set to be released in the UK on October 26.

Don't look down: Daredevil photographer captures London's dramatic skyline while scaling the rooftops

By rooftopping in London, photographer Jacob Riglin is able to picture and showcase the breathtaking skyline of the capital city while clinging to scaffolding at perilous heights.

Dodging bullets in Iran, hiking alone in Kathmandu and sleeping in a bin in San Francisco: Original hippie trail adventurer Roger Sproston on the lost art of travel

In his book Fighting for Light: The Travels of a Tin Pot Warrior, UK writer Sproston charts a series of adventures unlikely to happen to travellers hitting the road in modern day.

Lucky to be alive: Man survives after sports car plunges 20ft off pedestrian coastal path and lands on roof in the sea

The BMW Z3 overturned as it crashed 20ft into the water near Teignmouth, Devon, after the male driver tried to negotiate a narrow pedestrian only coastal path.

Man describes the moment he was viciously attacked by TWO great white sharks as they ripped off his left arm and right hand - as he bravely gets back in the water for the first time since the horrific incident

Sean Pollard, 24, (pictured) has gone back into the water to surf for the first time since being viciously attacked by two great white sharks at Wylie Bay, Western Australia.

Times Square topless ladies say they will refuse to leave despite city officials desires to confine performers to 'activity zones'

Facing what they see as a cringe-worthy crisis after decades of scrubbing Times Square's once-sleazy image, some city officials are now proposing to confine topless women to 'activity zones'.

Secrets of hotel design revealed: From budget to boutique, why rooms and receptions look the way they do

Designers including Shaun Clarkson from C4's Four Rooms, Jo Polmear from Lichfield-based Hunter Patel Creative Group and James Dilley, head of the hospitality and interior design teams at architects Jestico + Whiles reveal their tricks for making guests feel comfortable and secure, making them linger in some places and not others, talk loudly in some areas and quietly elsewhere, making sure they get a good night's rest and making spaces feel bigger than they really are.

An embarrassed seal, a dancing sifaka and a laughing goat: The short list for the Comedy Wildlife Photography Awards is pure animal magic

In its inaugural year, the competition has received 1,502 entries from wildlife snappers based in 52 countries worldwide.

It's just like riding a bike! Learning how to ski again in Slovakia's High Tatras mountains (and easing those nagging aches and pains in the lap of luxury) after 18 years away from the slopes

Set along Slovakia's border with Poland, resorts in the High Tatras mountain range offer a bargain break for skiers, with cheap food and beer, and a five-star hotel for those seeking extra luxury.

Stunning architecture... and the cocktails are well-designed, too: Why the Melia Sky Barcelona hotel is a towering success

Created by renowned French architect Dominique Perrault, it soars nearly 400 feet upwards and appears to defy gravity. MailOnline Travel's Ted Thornhill has the low-down on it.

Gastronomy, Game of Thrones and a man who predicts rainfall with ONIONS: How to spend a charming few days exploring Catalonia

From its cobbled capital, to its rugged coast, the fight to make Catalonia a separate state has begun. Madlen Davies tours the area, and meets a man with a curious way of forecasting the weather.

India's technicolor temples: Dazzling pyramids that are an explosion of vibrant shades and 33,000 sculptures

India's Meenakshi Temple are an explosion of vibrant shades and 33k sculptures

Rising up to 170 feet in the air, the 14 adorned towers of the Meenakshi Temple are covered in an impressive display of around 33,000 sculptures - all accentuated with a riot of bright colours. Located in the south Indian state of Tamil Nadu, the radiant Hindu site didn't always look so vibrant. The thick layers of enamel paint that can be seen today have been applied to the gateway towers, or gopurams, in celebration of big events and festivals over recent years.

Singapore Airlines plane COLLAPSES at Changi Airport just before it was due to fly to Hong Kong

A Singapore Airlines Airbus A330-300 collapsed at Changi Airport on Sunday morning before it was due to depart for Hong Kong. No crew or passengers were on board at the time.

Do you have an appetite for the good life? This 18th century farmhouse is a superb way to gorge on Tuscany's finest offerings

A large and beautiful 18th century farmhouse, the traditional Italian building has been lovingly restored and features a decadent infinity pool and perfect views of the slopes of Monti del Chianti.

First timer in China: A whirlwind tour features toboganning down the Great Wall, cycling through Yangshou's lush mountains and a cruise up the Yangtze river

MailOnline Travel's Siam Goorwich takes a visit to China exploring attractions including cruising the Yangtze river and visiting Panjiayuan Flea Market in Beijing.

Magical markets, golden galleries and lavish liners: The six MUST visit attractions in Rotterdam

Mail on Sunday's Gareth Huw Davies sleeps on a transatlantic liner-turned-hotel in the Netherlands, and sees one of the world's finest market halls, The Markthal (above).

Blossom and bright lights: Stunning photographs capture the magic of Japan old and new

Photographer Takashi Yasui captures the magic of Japan old and new

Tokyo and Kyoto photographer, Takashi Yasui, began sharing the images of the likes of Mount Fuji and the Hokanji Temple on his Instagram account in 2012. The 1,093 beautiful images reveal his daily expeditions around the East Asian country from the eye of a lens.

Stargaze in Morocco, witness the Northern Lights in Norway or try yoga in India: Revealing the top alternative festive breaks

Having recently lost her elderly mother, Mail on Sunday's Elinor Goodman set out to find an alternative way to spend her Christmas period this year from Morocco to Russia, to Thailand.

It's heaven on the high seas: Sailing in style through the Caribbean's dreamy coves by private yacht

Offering a luxury cruise, Windstar, a 440ft motorised yacht set sail through the Windward islands of St Lucia, Grenada and St Vincent.

Hunting pumas at the end of the world: Discovering the dramatic deserts, glaciers and deadly cats of Chile

While exploring Patagonia, Viv Creegor took expeditions to Atacama Salt Flats and the Grey Glacier. And she enjoyed an explosive stay at a hotel overlooking Licancabur volcano.

Horse-drawn carriages, Bourbon Street bars and endless jazz: Getting into the swing of New Orleans

Mail on Sunday's Dea Birkett and daughter, actress Storme Toolis, explore the Louisiana city (above) on a musical journey around the French Quarter.

The ultimate Bond villain superyacht: Inside the VERY fast £60million boat that leaves the competition in its wake

Silver Fast is the VERY fast £60m boat that leaves the competition in its wake

At 77 metres (252.6ft) and speeds in excess of 27 knots, the aptly-named Silver Fast (inset), built in Australia, has gone on the market for €79.5million (£60million or $90million). It is the fastest aluminium motor yacht with conventional propulsion, boasting three decks (top left), a large lounge (top right), a dining room for up to 20 people (bottom left), and a striking metallic silver livery (bottom right). Well-heeled guests can also relax in an eight-person hot tub or a spa that includes a sauna and beauty salon while sailing around the world.

Charming and luxurious Villa Orsula is the perfect way to explore Europe's short-haul darling of Dubrovnik

Extravagant but intimate and located just a short stroll from the historic Dubrovnik Old Town, the stunning Villa Orsula is the perfect way to explore this Adriatic jewel.

Fears for cruise passenger who fell overboard off the coast of the Isle of Wight as search is called off

Ventura was returning to Southampton from a two-week voyage around the Mediterranean when the man was thought to have fallen into the water on Saturday morning.

The magical moment a pod of humpback whales swim beneath the Northern Lights off the coast of Norway

Camera operator, Harald Albrigtsen was shooting the aurora borealis off the coast of Kvaløya near Tromsø in Norway, when a pod of humpback whales swam beneath the electric sky.

From restaurant to runway: Hungry passengers can now order in-flight meals by phone thanks to these food delivery apps

Food on the Fly, B4 You Board, DeliSky, AirGrub and Alaska all offer the service - which will see food from US and Swiss restaurants delivered to either the passenger or their flight before take off.

What you may experience if you time things VERY badly on holiday: Incredible images of the world's most extreme rush hours

These incredible pictures show how the transport used - and the conditions - can vary enormously from country to country. In India a rush hour journey can be teeming with cows, goats and rickshaws. In Tokyo the trains are so busy that staff are employed to push people into the carriages. In Hue City, Vietnam, meanwhile, thousands of commuters take to motorbikes and charge en masse to their places of work.