Alex Ledsom

Senior Contributor|Travel

I have written for The Guardian, Time Out and the Sunday Times and have a background in research, business and finance.

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908 viewsMay 1, 2024

Japan’s Kansai Airport World Record—No Luggage Lost In 30 Years

Airlines lose 7.6 pieces of luggage per every 1,000 travelers but Japan's Kansai airport has not lost anyone's bags in the last 30 years, and it's one of the busiest.

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565 viewsApr 29, 2024

Paris Olympics 2024: Rental Prices During The Games Are Falling

For anyone who doesn't yet have accommodation in Paris during the Olympic Games, supply has outstripped demand and homeowners are slashing prices.

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326 viewsApr 29, 2024

Hit And Run Tourism: What Does It Mean To ‘Visit’ A Country?

Hit and run tourism is at pre-pandemic levels but there is some consensus around what it means to visit a country and sites can take action to reduce this phenomena.

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1,454 viewsApr 27, 2024

Would You Travel On A Nuclear-Powered Cruise Ship?

Cruises are not the most environmentally-friendly option for travelers and cruise companies need to meet goals of being carbon-neutral by 2050—is nuclear the solution?

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8,177 viewsApr 26, 2024

D-Day 80th Anniversary: Your Guide To Commemorative Events In Normandy

Thousands of people are expected in Normandy this June 2024 to commemorate the 80th anniversary of the D-Day landings in World War II—here's a guide to commemorative events.