Former footballer Thierry Henry has been announced as ambassador for Booking.

com for the summer of 2016, and will encourage people to travel the world as part of his new role. Henry commented 'My love of football opened up the world to me. I followed my passion to every corner of the globe and was lucky enough to spend time in destinations I only dreamed of visiting as a kid. That's the real power of following where your heart leads you. The unusual places I've stayed, the amazing people I've met, the incredible food that I've eaten - these are all experiences that have changed my life and memories that I'll cherish forever'.