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10 best in-flight accessories
How about headphones you can hear over the roar of the jets, a discreet gadget to recharge your phone or a smart suitcase to travel with, or even a toothbrush to make sure travel doesn’t ruin your dental health regime? Wireless headphones are convenient and liberating thanks to the lack of cables, but most are useless on an airplane when you want to listen to the in-flight entertainment. The AirFly plugs into the plane’s headphone jack as normal but then connects wirelessly to your Bluetooth headphones.
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Airline bosses demand action from European Commission to tackle air-traffic control strikes
Europe’s two leading airline bosses have demanded an end to “lethargy and inaction” from the European Commission in tackling air-traffic control strikes in France and elsewhere. Michael O’Leary of Ryanair and Willie Walsh of IAG, British Airways’ parent company, argued that by not adequately protecting flights over France, EU law is infringed. The two chief executives were speaking in Brussels after a meeting with Europe’s transport commissioner, Violeta Bulc.
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Ex-Blue Planet producer on the birth of the single-use plastic revolution
Ex-Blue Planet producer on the birth of the single-use plastic revolution
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The must-see countries that are much cheaper to visit post-Brexit
The must-see countries that are much cheaper to visit post-Brexit
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Travel World Cup: Iceland and Croatia through but Argentina crashes out
Travel World Cup: Iceland and Croatia through but Argentina crashes out
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Why there are no mosquitoes or midges at Disney World Florida
Disney World in Florida has gone to extensive lengths to ensure mosquitos don’t kill the buzz for its 20 million plus annual visitors. More than just a pest, the insects can carry diseases such as Zika, the West Nile Virus and encephalitis. Not one to do things by halves, Disney World has a dedicated Mosquito Surveillance Programme.
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Michael Deacon: I took my four-year-old to Cyprus and all he wanted was to play indoors
Michael Deacon: I took my four-year-old to Cyprus and all he wanted was to play indoors
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‘Call Me By Your Name’ themed tour launched in Italy
A Call Me By Your Name themed tour visiting the iconic locations in the Oscar nominated film released last year is being offered by the first LGBT tour operator in Italy, QUIIKY. Wild swimming, romantic bike rides and perpetual sunshine characterise this beautiful film which was primarily filmed throughout northern Italy. The nine-day tour includes eight nights’ accommodation, B&B, the services of a tour guide and car rental and takes in the cities and towns of Milan, Crema, Lake Garda, Verona, Venice and Bergamo.
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A river cruise to discover the curious history behind Germany's 'medicinal' wine
A river cruise to discover the curious history behind Germany's 'medicinal' wine
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Top 10: the best Cotswolds pubs with rooms
Top 10: the best Cotswolds pubs with rooms
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BA cancels passengers' cheap flights after discovering pricing 'error'
BA cancels passengers' cheap flights after discovering pricing 'error'
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Top 10: the Lake District's best pubs and inns
Top 10: the Lake District's best pubs and inns
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Top 10: the best castle hotels in Britain
Top 10: the best castle hotels in Britain
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Lodz guide: Where to eat, drink, shop and stay in Poland's up-and-coming city
Dubbed the “Polish Manchester”, Lodz (pronounced “Woodge”) has undergone a dramatic makeover in the past decade – and there are still a few layers of slap to come. Poland’s third-biggest city was a 19th-century industrial powerhouse before falling into a post-war slump, known as Grey Lodz. Lodz is a real bargain.
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Brooklyn guide: What to do and where to stay in New York's coolest borough
Brooklyn has changed infinitely over the last 10 years, but it continues to entice New York tourists over the water. About as far from the grandiose world of Manhattan museums as you could get, The City Reliquary (cityreliquary.org) is a teeny Williamsburg storefront filled to the brim with New York trinkets and oddities. You’ll find vintage seltzer bottles, baseball cards and Lady Liberty statuettes on display, and events like movie screenings and intimate gigs regularly taking place.
