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The TelegraphRyanair blames Reeves’s ‘idiotic’ tax grab as it cuts thousands of flights
Ryanair is to cut thousands of UK flights as its chief executive blamed an “idiotic” tax grab by Rachel Reeves.
- The Northern Echo
Moment Durham dad catches hotel cleaner rummaging in belongings and swig his Sprite
Watch the shocking moment a County Durham man caught cleaners at a five-star Greek holiday resort drinking from his bottle and rummaging through his belongings.
- The Telegraph
Europe’s last great cheap cities – with £2 beers and lunches for under £5
It feels increasingly hard to find a truly cheap city to travel to. In a time when exchange rates were more favourable, and parts of Europe were far less explored, a holiday abroad could be reasonably affordable. Coffees cost pennies; food was a bargain. Tapas and a jug of sangria was an indulgence not because of the inevitable financial hit, but because eating patatas bravas in the sunshine felt luxurious.
- Business Insider
Passengers endured a 9-hour flight to nowhere after a Boeing 777 developed a problem over the Atlantic
A British Airways Boeing 777 did a U-turn after flying about 2,000 miles towards Costa Rica and took passengers back to London.
- Sutton and Croydon Guardian
The 'picturesque’ south London neighbourhood named in top UK places to live
A south London neighbourhood known for its Michelin-starred restaurants that attracts the “cool crowd” has been named as one of the best places to live in the UK.
- The Telegraph
The tactics restaurants use to put off solo diners (and how to ignore them)
“Oh, I hadn’t quite finished,” I apologise as the waiter tries to dart my plate away. He gives me a knowing look. I’m a woman eating alone on Saturday evening. He does the restaurant maths: hardly a valued customer.
- The Independent
UK holidaymakers could be owed up to £44.7m due to this little-known flight refund policy
Around 77 per cent of UK flyers are unaware they may be owned an APD refund on flights
- The Independent
Is it safe to travel to Spain and should I cancel my holiday after flooding disaster?
Flooding has severly impacted the Valencia region, with more rain on the way in the the southwest in Huelva
- The National
Award-winning Scottish hotel named one of the UK's top 'quaint and quirky' inns
An award-winning Scottish hotel has been named one of the UK's top "quaint and quirky" inns by the Michelin Guide.
- The Guardian
Yoga and Ayurveda: King Charles and Camilla’s secret stop in India at plush wellness retreat
In a hush-hush visit, royal couple quietly recuperated at Soukya on way back from Australia and Samoa tour
- LoveEXPLORING
We've hunted down the world's most perilous places
From clifftop castles and citadels to sky-high serpentine roads carved into steep slopes these are the world's most perilous places.
- Reading Chronicle
Festive dining awaits at The Wesley Euston – two menus to try
The Wesley Euston hotel, bar, and kitchen in London have announced the release of two Christmas menus, each designed to provide a unique dining experience
- Good Housekeeping UK
Is the Bernina Express the most spectacular railway journey in Europe?
Bernina Express is a perfect getaway for 2025. Everything you need to know about the Bernina Express route and Bernina Express tickets with our guide.
- This is Local London
The Best Train Journeys Closer to Home
You may have heard of the Rocky Mountaineer, the Bernina Express, or even the Bergensbanen in Norway. These are all beautiful scenic railway journeys across the globe, which, truthfully speaking, you would have to make a full holiday out of to enjoy the ride to its fullest. Sometimes what I think people tend to forget is that there are plenty of incredible train journeys closer to London, and even if you’re not quite such a train enthusiast as I am, you can still relish the views and landscapes
- The Guardian
From Arctic sunrises to snow sports: readers’ favourite European winter getaways
Whether you’re into proper winter adventures, such as snorkelling in Iceland, or just a bit of après-ski, our readers’ tips include something for everyone
- CNN
The ancient UNESCO-listed city that’s considered the cradle of Thai culture
Every year, this beautiful UNESCO-listed historic city hosts one of Thailand’s most dramatic festivals. But it’s got year-round appeal, too.
- Yahoo News Canada
Skyscanner: City in Jamaica is incredibly popular for Canadian travellers in November
Skyscanner revealed that Montego Bay, Jamaica is popular for Canadian travellers in November. Best hotels and resorts, what to do, how to get the cheapest flights.
- The Telegraph
I visited America’s ‘most MAGA’ resort – here’s what happened
When Imhotep built the first pyramid in Saqqara almost 5,000 years ago, little did the Egyptian architect know that his thunder would one day be stolen by a 98m edifice in Tennessee.
- The Independent
The 8 best winter sun holiday destinations just a short flight from the UK
From Morocco to Gambia, here are the best sun-soaked shores to beat winter blues that are a medium-haul flight away
- USA TODAY
Ordering zucchini instead of coffee? Why translation fails are a travel rite of passage.
From mistaken orders to cultural misunderstandings, translation fails are part of the travel experience. Here’s how to laugh off these mix-ups.