Europe’s ‘best couple’s holiday’ has hot weather and quiet beaches in September

Turkey’s serene Konakli is the most affordable destination for couples looking for a break, with prices averaging £421 per person for an all‑inclusive stay, according to TravelSupermarket Konakli is the place to go for a cheap holiday(Image: Getty Images) The cheapest European destination for a couples holiday is Konakli, according to a new report. TravelSupermarket, […]

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Emirates bans use of common travel item onboard flights from October

The Dubai-based carrier has introduced a ban on a common travel item onboard its flights from October with passengers warned to be aware of the new rules Christopher Megrath Life reporter and Shaurya Shaurya 20:37, 11 Aug 2025 This article contains affiliate links, we will receive a commission on any sales we generate from it. […]

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Travel Solutions introduces trade incentive offering up to £20 per booking

Northern Irish tour operator Travel Solutions and sister brand Tailor Made by Travel Solutions have introduced a trade incentive enabling agents to earn up to £20 per booking.   Pocket Agent Rewards, created in association with My Booking Rewards, will offer varying cash bonuses depending on the type of holiday booked.   Peter McMinn, managing […]

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Extraordinary journeys to stir the soul

Travel, at its best, is about more than simply moving from place to place. It’s the quiet thrill of new horizons, the scent of salt and pine in the air and the way light falls differently on ancient streets or empty beaches. Whether you crave stillness or discovery, these journeys are cultivated to awaken your […]

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How Travel Helps You Process Grief, According to Experts

Rear view. Blonde woman in yellow dress getty When grief hits, the instinct is often to retreat. But for some people, changing environments can help create the space needed to begin healing. Grief travel (sometimes called a “griefcation”) is gaining attention as a powerful tool to support the grieving process. Whether it’s a solo trip […]

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Why ‘best time to visit’ no longer applies

Part of the problem lies in how information flows – or doesn’t. Shrestha notes that in large tour operators, siloed teams often mean the person selling a trip has never set foot in the destination. “So when it comes to critical details like current weather conditions, or even basic advice like ‘bring a mask because […]

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