One of YouTube’s most recognised travel personalities has shared a useful tip that can help tourists avoid annoying other passengers during a flight. Megan runs the Portable Professional YouTube channel and regularly creates videos in which she offers tips to viewers on how to stay comfortable and avoid scams when at the airport or in...
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British tourists scam warning issued as £20m worth of goods seized
British tourists set to holiday in Tenerife have warned of a fake goods scam after £19m worth of goods were seized in a raid. The Guardia Civil has confiscated 58,000 fake and counterfeit items valued at €22m in the province of Santa Cruz de Tenerife. Clothing, handbags, wallets, belts, footwear, sunglasses, perfumes, toys were just...
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Locals in pretty seaside towns slam ‘ridiculous and pathetic’ tourist tax plan
People living in Cornwall have slammed the idea of a tourist tax being introduced in the county, claiming the impact would be more negative than positive. Earlier this year, CEO of Visit Cornwall Malcolm Bell expressed support for the idea of a tourist tax in the region but caveated this by saying it would work...
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Stonehenge summer solstice travel warning
BBC A section of the A360 will be closed on Thursday Thousands of people heading to Stonehenge for this year’s summer solstice have been warned about a road closure in the area. About 8,000 gathered at the ancient site near Salisbury in 2023 to celebrate the longest day of year – and a similar number...
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Europe’s most overcrowded attraction named
Overtourism has quickly become a problem in many of Europe’s top tourist destinations, including France and Spain. A new study from the expert team at holidu searched Tripadvisor reviews to find the attractions with the most frequent mentions of “overcrowded” or “too crowded”. Versailles Palace, one of France’s most visited attractions, came out on top...
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Rugby’s summer tours live on Sky Sports: England take on All Blacks, Wales in Australia, Ireland battle South Africa
International rugby returns to Sky Sports this summer as England, Ireland and Wales travel to face the might of New Zealand, South Africa and Australia in two-Test tours… England seek first win over All Blacks on Kiwi soil for 21 years Not since 2003 and the summer prior to England’s greatest day in rugby union...
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Pretty English market town has the UK’s best food
A charming market town in Shropshire has some of the best food in the UK, according to a survey from Which? Travel. The team asked more than 9,000 people to rate their favourite inland towns and villages’ food and drink offerings. Ludlow, a historic market town in Shropshire, came out on top with the nation’s...
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How the ‘least cultured’ place in Britain reinvented itself
It seemed proper to start with the creative backstory, so I begin at the Silk Museum. In the 16th century, Macclesfield was renowned for making buttons. When it became fashionable to cover them in silk, ever-innovative Macc thrust itself into that industry, too. The first silk mill was established in 1743; at its peak, the...
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The UK’s longest bridge aimed at cutting traffic at major motorway junction
The UK’s longest bridge may not not be the most glamorous but it is aimed at cutting traffic at a major motorway junction. Bridges define the identity of towns and cities as well as countries and provide crucial access between regions and cities. Those who use the M6 in Birmingham will be very familiar with...
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Lesser-visited European country boasting Maldives-like beaches for much cheaper
Hidden behind the Iron Curtain for years, Albania welcomed tourists at the dawn of the 21st century, transforming drab communist blocks into vibrant urban landscapes brimming with trendy cafes. The Balkan country’s shores, previously overshadowed by more renowned destinations, are now celebrated as some of Europe‘s finest. The coastal town of Ksamil, on the Albanian...
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Best Greek island for summer holidays has a spectacular coastline
Greece’s beautiful islands are a popular holiday destination for a reason. From breathtaking coves to fresh olives and picture-perfect villages – they have all the ideal holiday ingredients. But which is the country’s best island? A survey from the experts at Which? Travel asked holidaymakers to rank Greek islands based on several important factors. Kefalonia,...
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The beautiful lake named ‘best in Europe’ that belongs to two different nations
Lake Lugano is one of Europe‘s most charming holiday destinations for tourists this summer. This stunning body of water stretches across two countries, Switzerland and Italy, seemingly blending in the best aspects of both nations. Located in the south of the Alps, between the Swiss Ticino canton and the Italian Lombardy region, Lugano isn’t just...