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Holiday Problems We Accept – But Shouldn’t

Jane Hawkes
Consumer Expert

Gerd Altmann from Pixabay

Your summer holiday is something you’ve saved up for and spent weeks, if not months, looking forward to. But around three million Brits reported having a problem with their package holidays in the last year alone.

P.ublished 29th July 2026

The Best Times To Go Abroad For The Perfect Temperature Beach Holiday

Image: Adobe Stock | methinee

Timing a beach holiday is never as simple as booking in the summer, is it? Book too early in the season, and you risk disappointing temperatures – but leave it too late, and you're dealing with big crowds, extortionate prices and weather that borders on being too hot.

P.ublished 25th July 2026

Africa

The Smoke That Thunders: The Magic Of Victoria Falls

Sharon Cain
Lifestyle & Leisure Editor

Victoria Falls is one of the world’s seven natural wonders. Images by Steve Hare.

A global phenomenon, the Victoria Falls - the world’s largest sheet of falling water - span the South African countries of Zambia and Zimbabwe, (formerly Rhodesia). Up to 500 million litres of water thunder down the falls into the mighty Zambezi river every minute in the rainy season.

P.ublished 25th July 2026

Baggage Tech Takes Centre Stage As Europe Braces For New Cabin Bag Rules

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As the EU's fare transparency reforms edge closer, new industry data suggests the bigger challenge for airlines may already be sitting in the hold, writes Andrew Palmer, Group Editor.

P.ublished 18th July 2026

Europe

Paris Is Paris

Netflix's Emily in Paris captures the city in superb, flattering light — it's the American in Paris who is the joke. Andrew Palmer, a regular visitor for rather longer than the show has existed, prefers his Paris with fewer entanglements and considerably better organs. I never get tired of Paris. Who would?

P.ublished 18th July 2026

EU Cabin Bag Ruling Sparks Fresh Questions For Airline Operations

As Brussels confirms passengers will no longer face surprise charges for cabin luggage from 2027, one aviation technology firm argues the real test lies not at the checkout, but at the gate, writes Andrew Palmer, Group Editor.

P.ublished 16th July 2026

Transport Secretary Engages With EU Commissioner On Ees Border Checks Ahead Of Summer Holidays

The Transport Secretary has yesterday spoke with the European Commissioner for Sustainable Transport and Tourism about supporting holidaymakers through the EU’s enhanced security checks, during the summer holidays. During a productive meeting, Heidi Alexander and EU commissioner Apostolos Tzitzikostas discussed the EU Entry/Exit System (EES).

P.ublished 14th July 2026

Asia

Singapore Airlines Goes Daily From Manchester Airport

Today Singapore Airlines (SIA) increases its popular Manchester–Singapore service, taking it from five-flights a week, to a daily service. This upgrade gives customers greater choice and connectivity to Singapore, Southeast Asia, and SIA’s wider global network. Flight SQ301 now departs daily from Manchester Airport at 1035hr and arrives at Changi Airport in Singapore at 0700hr (+1).

P.ublished 13th July 2026

Weekend

Bucket List: Japan — Where the Trains Run on Time, the Sumo Runs Fast and the Wasabi Runs Hot

Andrew Palmer
Group Editor

Image by phuong vu from Pixabay

Continuing his occasional series on whether bucket list destinations live up to expectations, Group Editor Andrew Palmer recalls a solo fiftieth-birthday trip to Japan — a country he found so beguiling that the only seismic event he experienced happened six miles from Ripon.

P.ublished 11th July 2026

Family-Run Howgill Lodge Named Among The World's Top 10% Of Hotels In Tripadvisor Travellers' Choice Awards

The family behind one of Yorkshire's best-loved countryside escapes are celebrating after Howgill Lodge, the sister site to award-winning Catgill Farm, was recognised in the prestigious TripAdvisor Travellers' Choice Awards, placing it among the top 10% of hotels worldwide.

P.ublished 4th July 2026

Europe’s Most Walkable Cities Revealed

Image WASSIM AHMED on Pexels

Italian favourites Venice, Florence, and Rome top the list of Europe’s most walkable cities. Berlin’s famous parks make it the most walkable city outside of Italy.

P.ublished 4th July 2026

Americas

Abspawlutely Delighted To Meet You: Paddington In Peru

Sharon Cain
Lifestyle & Leisure Editor

Deeply loved and cherished: Paddington Bear Images by Steve Hare

Paddington Bear, a true British icon with an endearing personality has captured the hearts and minds of millions the world over since author Michael Bond created him in 1958.

P.ublished 4th July 2026

Hotels

The Boulevard of Broken Screams!

It is one of those facts that you don’t see coming but, when it does, it completely arrests your attention and leaves you in a momentary state of disbelief!

P.ublished 4th July 2026

Flight Delays Hit One In Three Passengers This Summer - Here’s How To Claim What You’re Owed

Millions of British holidaymakers face delayed or cancelled flights every summer - and most never claim a penny of the compensation they're legally entitled to. New Civil Aviation Authority data reveals punctuality failures remain widespread across UK airlines, with package holiday giant Tui among the five worst performers for on-time departures.

P.ublished 27th June 2026

Americas

Bucket List: Rio de Janeiro — Where 007 Pointed, and I Followed

Continuing his occasional series on whether bucket list destinations live up to expectations, Group Editor Andrew Palmer heads to Rio de Janeiro on the eve of the 2016 Olympics, chasing a city he first fell for thirty-odd years earlier, dangling from a cable car alongside Roger Moore. Blame Roger Moore.

P.ublished 27th June 2026

The Travel Mistakes Experts Are Seeing Most Often

Millions of people are preparing for summer holidays, but immigration experts are warning that one overlooked travel requirement could leave passengers stranded before they even board their flight.

P.ublished 20th June 2026

Americas

Amazon Jungle Fever: What Lurks In The World's Largest River?

Sharon Cain
Lifestyle & Leisure Editor

Sunset splendour over the Amazon’s unique ecosystem Images by Steve Hare

An eye-watering seven million square kilometres, the Amazon River Basin covers around 40 per cent of South America and crosses eight countries. Home to the world’s largest rainforest, it teems with up to three thousand fish species including piranhas.

P.ublished 20th June 2026

Hotels

The King’s Arms Crowned Best Pub In Cumbria At National Pub & Bar Awards 2026

(L-R)Head Chef Ross Bowman and General Manager Ollie Stolborg

The King’s Arms, Hawkshead, has been named the best pub in Cumbria at the prestigious National Pub & Bar Awards 2026, cementing its reputation as one of the Lake District’s leading hospitality destinations. The award recognises excellence in service, atmosphere, food and drink offering, and overall guest experience.

P.ublished 15th June 2026

6 Long-Haul Flight Mistakes That Could Leave Travellers Exhausted Before Their Holiday Even Starts

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As summer holiday season approaches, travellers everywhere are busy plotting itineraries, hunting for flight deals and perfecting the art of carry-on packing. But while most attention is given to the destination itself, travel experts say one of the most overlooked parts of any trip happens long before you check-in at the hotel: the flight.

P.ublished 13th June 2026

Sleep Lounge P&O

Jeremy Williams
Arts Correspondent

P&O Ferries is expanding its range of onboard travel options with the introduction of a new Sleep Lounge on its popular North Sea route between Hull and Rotterdam. Designed to provide passengers with greater flexibility and comfort during overnight sailings, the new facility will be available on crossings from 13 July and aims to offer an alternative to traditional cabin accommodation.

P.ublished 13th June 2026

Hotels

Summer By The Sea: Hotel Victoria Announces Coastal Programme Of Events

Hotel Victoria in Robin Hood’s Bay is set to host a series of events this summer as part of its 2026 programme for locals, visitors and guests.

P.ublished 13th June 2026

Europe

The Price Of Danish Happiness

In a country where most of the population seems to bemoan the fact that Chancellor Rachel Reeves, introduces new stealth taxes on a weekly basis, it is a curiosity that in Denmark, with one of the highest tax regimes in the world, there is little pushback against the Minister of Finance and people remain among the happiest on the planet.

P.ublished 13th June 2026

Americas

Buenos Aires: Bursting With Latin American Passion And Sensuality

Buenos Aires - a multi-cultural melting pot pulsating with a kaleidoscope of colour - is the birthplace of tango and among the world’s most dynamic capital cities. Famed for icons including Eva Peron and Maradona, it is lovingly called the ‘Paris of South America’ with a rich cultural tapestry and vibrant arts scene to match London and the finest European capitals.

P.ublished 6th June 2026

Europe

La Dolce Strada: Memories Of Italy In A Vintage Rolls

When a young journalist was invited on a press trip to northern Italy and handed the keys — metaphorically speaking — to a vintage Bentley, he had no idea the experience would stay with him for the rest of his life. Andrew Palmer revisits a journey through Trentino and the Veneto that captured something rare: the Italy that tourism forgot.

P.ublished 30th May 2026

Travel Expert Warns Holidaymakers Over The 4-Tap Scam Hitting Airports, Hotels And Booking Inboxes This Summer

Image by raju shrestha from Pixabay

Holidaymakers are being warned to slow down before scanning QR codes, clicking booking links or entering card details, as travel scams become more convincing ahead of the summer rush.

P.ublished 30th May 2026

Hotels

A Resort For All Occasions

Liz Coggins
Features Editor

Ramside Hall Hotel and Resort is built on a site that can trace its history back centuries. With Medieval origins, the land originally belonged to a monastic establishment and was known as Ramside Grange, but after the Dissolution of the Monasteries, the site passed to numerous wealthy families over the ensuing centuries.

P.ublished 30th May 2026

Small Mobile Operator Cuts Roaming Costs Across 115 Countries

Image Monstera Production on Pexels

Ahead of summer, spusu mobile has cut roaming data prices across 115 countries worldwide — making it significantly cheaper for customers to stay connected well beyond the EU. The latest changes lower the cost of mobile data in a wide range of popular and long-haul destinations, reinforcing spusu’s commitment to fairer, more transparent roaming.

P.ublished 30th May 2026

Hotels

A Gem In The Heart Of Cheshire

Liz Coggins
Features Editor

Rookery Hall

Set in 38 acres of gardens and wooded parkland, fringing the banks of the River Weaver, Rookery Hall and Spa in Worleston near Nantwich enjoys complete tranquillity and the atmosphere of a bygone age. The Hall can trace its history back to 1816 when it was known as The Rookery, Worleston.

P.ublished 23rd May 2026

Missed The World Cup - But Top Of The Holiday Charts: Italy Wins The Summer

Italy may not have qualified for the FIFA World Cup, but ‘Bel Paese‘ may end up having the last laugh this summer. New research from InsureandGo reveals that Italy has become the top choice holiday destination for Brits looking to escape the FIFA World Cup frenzy this summer – and there are a lot of people looking for such an escape.

P.ublished 23rd May 2026

Shoulder Season Travel: The Key To Relaxed, Affordable Adventures

Shoulder seasons typically refer to the travel period between peak and off-peak months as a sweet spot where destinations often have smaller crowds and lower prices. In spring, this usually falls in April and May, and September and October for autumn.” Why travel during the shoulder seasons? Travelling in the shoulder seasons offers the perfect balance of lower costs and comfortable weather.

P.ublished 16th May 2026

The King’s Arms Hawkshead Launches “Alice’s Cottage”

King's Arms Hawkshead has announced the launch of Alice’s Cottage, a beautifully renovated Grade II listed one bedroom property located in the centre of the picturesque village of Hawkshead. Positioned on the village’s historic main square, Alice’s Cottage combines timeless Lakeland charm and comfort.

P.ublished 16th May 2026

Hotels

Five Star Liverpool Luxury

Standing loud and proud on one of Liverpool’s earliest streets that dates back to medieval times is The Municipal Hotel & Spa. Opened around 3 years ago as a hotel, the Grade 11 listed building that dates back to 1868 was once home to the beating heart of Liverpool City Council.

P.ublished 16th May 2026

Motorhoming

Raw, Remote, Remarkable: The Allure Of Scotland’s Islands

Sharon Cain
Lifestyle & Leisure Editor

Beauty abounds in the Scottish Islands Images by Steve Hare

Scotland’s wild and rugged islands include the Orkney Islands off the Scottish mainland - and the Shetland Islands situated between Orkney, the Faroe Islands, and Norway.

P.ublished 16th May 2026

Maintaining Fitness While Travelling

Image Pixabay

When I’m travelling, exercise becomes even more important – not less. Travel can be physically draining. Long periods of sitting, changes in routine, different food, disrupted sleep – it all adds up. I’ve found that keeping some form of movement in my day helps me stay energised, focused and balanced.

P.ublished 9th May 2026

Worried about being delayed at the airport?

Jane Hawkes
Consumer Expert

Image by Tumisu from Pixabay

New data showing the worst UK airports for flight delays may be the “calm before the storm” ahead of the summer holiday season our regular columnist Jane Hawkes, has warned.

P.ublished 9th May 2026

Europe

CYPRUS – Still Open For Business!

Phil Hopkins
Commissioning Editor

Sunsets to die for

In a week when Cyprus’ tourist sector has been highlighting turnover drops of 50%+ following the drone attack on RAF Akrotiri several weeks back, I can report that I am just returned from this stunning Mediterranean island intact, suntanned (a slight exaggeration perhaps) and with not one missile or drone in sight!

P.ublished 9th May 2026

Short breaks

Celebrate England’s Newest National Trail With A Coastal Escape At Hotel Victoria, Robin Hood’s Bay

Following the official designation of the iconic Coast to Coast Path as England’s newest national trail this March, outdoor enthusiasts now have even more reason to explore one of the country’s most breathtaking long-distance routes.

P.ublished 8th May 2026

Things To Do By Bus This Spring In The Lakes

Spring is the perfect time to discover the Lake District, and Stagecoach is inviting everyone across Cumbria and Lancashire to make the journey by bus. Travelling by bus is not only convenient and affordable but also one of the best ways to sit back, relax and soak up the stunning scenery as you explore this world-famous region.

P.ublished 2nd May 2026

Cruising

Unsurpassed Beauty: Through Fairytale Fjords To The Arctic Circle

Visitors the world over are awestruck over by the majesty and enchantment of the Norwegian Fjords. Widely acknowledged as the world’s most beautiful voyage which abounds with myths and folklore, epic scenery lies in store around every corner.

P.ublished 2nd May 2026

Rivers Of Blue And Fields Of Fire

At this beautiful time of year, the highlight of a holiday in the Netherlands has to be a visit to Keukenhof Gardens, home to one of the world’s most breathtaking displays of spring flowers. Located in the small town of Lisse, this amazing park is a celebration not just of horticulture at its most vibrant but of a deep-rooted cultural tradition that stretches back centuries.

P.ublished 27th April 2026

Americas

Bayfront Views With Urban Energy Abound At Hyatt Centric Brickell Miami

All images Courtesy of Hyatt

From glistening skyline views and thoughtfully appointed waterfront suites to the elevated Cuban-inspired cuisine of Caña restaurant, this pristine Hyatt hotel delivers a complete Magic City experience. Miami rewards location. In Brickell, location can define the whole stay. You are either plugged into the district’s pace or watching it from the sidelines.

P.ublished 25th April 2026

Broadening Horizons: New Coach Tour Operator Dedicated To ‘Silver Tourism’ Launches In The North East

Romantic Journeys of Yorkshire - Skipton Canal Photo courtesy Primrose Holidays

A new independent coach tour operator, Primrose Holidays, has launched in the North East of England, dedicated to meeting growing demand among ‘silver tourists’ for high quality, experience-led travel – minus the hassle.

P.ublished 20th April 2026

Going Abroad This Summer? Don’t Cut Costs On Travel Insurance

Jane Hawkes
Consumer Expert

Image by Gerd Altmann from Pixabay

With global travel becoming increasingly uncertain, a consumer rights expert and former stewardess is advising holidaymakers to pay particular attention to their travel insurance. Consumer expert Jane Hawkes, whose website Lady Janey features advice on consumer advice and money-saving tips, says risking no or insufficient travel insurance can be costly in the long run.

P.ublished 18th April 2026

Americas

All Aboard For The Sacred Sanctuary Of Machu Picchu

Sharon Cain
Lifestyle & Leisure Editor

World wonder: Machu Picchu Images by Steve Hare

An enduring symbol of the expansive Inca Empire, visitors are spellbound by Machu Picchu’s mysticism, beauty and cultural significance. Often referred to as the lost city of the Incas - and designated one of the ‘New 7 Wonders of the World’ in 2007 - the 15th century citadel in the Andes towers almost 8,000 feet above sea level.

P.ublished 18th April 2026

Motorhoming

Motorhome Magic France: The Scenery, Charm, Romance

Very few travellers are immune to the charms of France – with its diverse landscapes, UNESCO marvels and fairlytale villages. The most geared-up country in Europe for campervans and motorhomes with over 4,000 motorhome service stations, known as Aires, eliminates the often stressful quandry of where to find an overnight park up.

P.ublished 11th April 2026

Turn Detective If You Get Unwell On Holiday

Regular columnist Jane Hawkes, who runs the consumer advice website Lady Janey, says you should turn detective if you become unwell on holiday. Timing is critical for holidaymakers who become unwell if they want to claim from their travel insurance or tour operator.

P.ublished 11th April 2026

Short breaks

A Journey Through Northumberland’s Wonderland This Spring

Northumberland, England’s northernmost county, is emerging from her winter hibernation and bursting into a blaze of colour. With the long-awaited arrival of longer, lighter days and sunset’s ‘golden hour’ nudging past 8pm, the county is enticing visitors with open arms to experience its symbolic reawakening with a packed calendar of events.

P.ublished 4th April 2026

Yorkshire Holidaymakers Favour Spain And Ireland For 2026 Safety

New AllClear research on the impact of the Middle East conflict on holiday plans for the year ahead reveals consumer resilience over travel - but with a greater focus on safety

P.ublished 28th March 2026

Bucket List: Not A Destination, But An Experience

Andrew Palmer
Group Editor

In his occasional series of articles about whether bucket list destinations and experiences live up to expectations, Andrew Palmer recalls the day he broke the sound barrier — and the woman who made history doing it for a living. There are journeys that take you somewhere, and then there are journeys that are the somewhere. Concorde was emphatically the latter.

P.ublished 28th March 2026

Haven at Last

Jeremy Williams
Arts Correspondent

Established 62 years ago, Haven currently has 41 caravan holiday parks and 1 cottage resort in the UK. Having changed hands several times since its inception, Haven has always been known as good-value holiday fun with entertainment built in. However, at age 43, I have never been to a Haven.

P.ublished 21st March 2026

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