Virgin Experience Days is offering a prison ghost tour for two for less than £25 per person Katie Timms Head of Content and Sarah Lumley 16:00, 22 Nov 2025Updated 08:48, 24 Nov 2025 This article contains affiliate links, we will receive a commission on any sales we generate from it. Learn more Shepton Mallet Prison(Image: […]
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 An experimental supersonic aircraft called the X-59 took to the skies for the first time in October. The plane lifted off from Skunk Works, the famed research and development facility in […]
BRIGHTON host Brentford in a Premier League clash this afternoon. The Seagulls picked up four points from their last two games before the international break and can move into the top half with a win. Sign up for the Football newsletter Thank you! Brentford could also go inside the top 10 with a win on […]
The beaches in Brazil are something else (Picture: Getty Images) Hugging the borders of Colombia, Venezuela, and Peru, the sprawling landmass of Brazil is the Big Daddy of Latin America. Encompassing everything from the Amazon Rainforest to vibrant cities such as Rio de Janeiro and São Paulo, it’s packed with so much to see and […]
At the end of each cruise season, ships follow the sun to another warmer clime on the other side of the world. These ‘repositioning’ sailings can be a clever way to bag a long cruise at a low fare. Voyages often feature many days at sea when, for instance, after a winter in the Caribbean, […]
‘You are KIDDING me?!’ an acquaintance frothed. Their instant reaction, simply on hearing that I was heading to Lanzarote for a break, was verging on aggressive. You’d think I’d just announced I was planning to camp on the Moon rather than seeking some autumn sun. That I was following the Canarian trip with a conference […]
UNDISTURBED views of hazy mountains are all around. My focus, however, is on the plate in front of me, piled high with cheeses including sulguni, a sour and briney variety famous in this part of the world. Sign up for the Travel newsletter Thank you! Now is an ideal time to visit the Georgian capital […]
Hands on a desk with a keyboard, mouse, passport and snacks. Source: Unsplash Planning a trip and not sure whether to opt for the all-inclusive package or to plan the trip yourself? It all depends on your travel priorities and comfort levels. Compare the pros and cons of each to help you choose the best […]
OUR Spotlight On column rounds up the best things to see and do in top holiday destinations – and shines a light on some lesser-known spots too. This week we’re spotlighting Belfast – the Northern Irish capital bursting with charm, heritage and plenty of good craic! Sign up for the Travel newsletter Thank you! The […]
A travel expert has named her go-to travel destination for 2026, listing three reasons why tourists will gravitate towards it. Travel trends are constantly evolving, with tourists increasingly seeking unique and Instagram-worthy experiences as foreign holidays become more accessible. While classic choices like Spain and Greece remain popular among Brits, some are seeking alternative destinations to […]
