A recent poll of 2,000 holidaymakers found that one in five people plan their entire trip around the local cuisine. In fact, a quarter of respondents admitted to returning to the same destination simply because of the food on offer. It seems that food plays a significant role in the holiday planning process, with nearly […]
Luckily, while the UK experiences plenty of cold weather, there are a number of sunny destinations around the world to jet off to. Travel experts at KAYAK UK have shared some of the best destinations for you to enjoy this winter, including Dubai where average temperatures are 19C, ideal sunbathing weather. Dubai temperatures can soar to […]
Published 18th Jan 2025, 05:45 GMT Over a third (39 per cent) of shoppers are scouring around for a bargain holiday during the sales this month, according to MyVoucherCodes. Many holidays are also being excitedly discussed, with more than half (59 per cent) of people having started planning international trips, including taking active steps in […]
Holidaymakers who encounter health problems requiring medical treatment can find themselves in a stressful situation, made worse if they discover their insurance doesn’t cover them. This could result in a bill for hundreds or even thousands of pounds. Neglecting to declare a pre-existing medical condition or providing inaccurate information could invalidate your insurance policy if […]
From immersive experiences to multigenerational getaways, Irish holidaymakers are booking a mix of classic favourites and emerging hot spots for 2025. While classic destinations including Italy and Austria remain popular, emerging destinations such as Tanzania and South America are gaining traction, with a focus on creating memorable, meaningful travel. Experts also see trends such as […]
For some people, the idea of travelling solo is wonderfully appealing, freeing them up to go where they want and when. For others, the mere thought is anxiety-inducing – and that’s just the expense. Solo travellers are typically hit with the dreaded single supplement, which can push favoured destinations clean out of reach. But growing […]
The company, owned by Oxford Bus Company, is offering a 20 per cent discount on its tours from Monday to Thursday until February 16. The one-hour tours take in Oxford’s historical sites, including Oxford Castle, Christ Church College, and the Ashmolean Museum. There are 20 designated stops along the route where visitors can hop on […]
25 places to travel in 2025 (Image credit: Getty Images) From bubblegum-coloured lakes in Australia to a solar-powered safari camp in Botswana, these are BBC journalists’ top destinations this year. T Travel has the power to connect, inspire and even transform us. Peering over the edge of a crashing waterfall in Newfoundland and ascending sawtooth […]
Sign up to Simon Calder’s free travel email for expert advice and money-saving discounts Get Simon Calder’s Travel email Get Simon Calder’s Travel email Authorities in Los Angeles are continuing to tackle the wildfires that have spread across California, which has now burned over 40,000 acres in the region. The National Weather Service (NWS) said […]
This African city has been named the best in the world with its 97% of residents saying it makes them happy to live there. Cape Town, in South Africa, claimed the number one spot in Time Out’s 50 Best Cities in the World for 2025 index. It earned the coveted top spot thanks to its […]
