Leamington Spa is a gem of the Midlands and absolutely worth taking a day trip to. The royal town is known for its white washed buildings that make it look more like London. It has a great selection of independent shops, restaurants and cafes to explore – and is super close to a major UK...
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Pretty seaside city named ‘most walkable’ in Britain and ‘best’ place to live
Brighton is one of the UK’s most visited cities and it’s no surprise people love it so much. The city is constantly popping up on lists naming it one of the UK’s best places to live – and is known for its character and charm. It can also be explored in just an afternoon, making...
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‘I visited the pretty city that’s one of Europe’s least visited’
While travelling through Europe, I didn’t expect to make a stop at a place I’d never heard anything about before. Košice is the largest city in eastern Slovakia and the host of the oldest marathon in Europe – the International Peace Marathon. Despite being a rather big city, it feels more like a town as...
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The world’s largest abandoned city frozen in time where houses still stand
When you’re looking at a new destination for your summer holiday destination, somewhere quiet and peaceful may be your plan. As far as relaxing destinations go, a reportedly ‘haunted’ abandoned village may not be that high up on your agenda – but this historic neighbourhood should be. Kayaköy, in south Turkey, has remained wholly untouched...
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UK tourists flying to Greece or Spain ‘must check’ new Europe rules
If you are planning to fly out to Spain or Greece after September 1, you’ll need to check these new rules which are being put in place. Airports across Europe will alter hand luggage restrictions after it was found that security scanners did not meet safety standards. The UK Government planned to reintroduce restrictions on...
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Unwanted tourists boost Spain and Mallorca’s jobs and economy
Regions like Mallorca which are making global headline because of its anti-mass tourism protests can’t have their cake and eat it. Spain’s unemployment rate dropped in the second quarter, official data showed on Friday, as a continued tourism boom added jobs in the services sector. The jobless rate fell to 11.3 per cent between March...
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Pretty seaside town named ‘UK’s second cheapest’ – but it’s still £7.50 to park
Margate in Kent has been named the second-cheapest seaside town in the UK by Compare the Market – but the cost of parking might surprise you a little. GQ magazine has called the town, which was once one of the UK’s grandest seaside resorts before suffering a decline, “Britain’s most artistic destination”. It has something...
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Travel warnings for Greece, Spain, Thailand and Italy
The Foreign Office regularly updates its guidance on travel to popular travel destinations to keep British citizens out of harm’s way. Greece, Italy, Spain and Thailand are among the most popular hotspots for sun-seeking Britons, but UK officials warn there are several safety and security risks to be aware of. These can include risks of...
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UK holidays in chaos as travel operator cancels all July bookings
A major travel company has announced that all bookings will be cancelled up to and including 26 July. It said it had taken the ‘difficult’ decision to extend cancellations beyond 5 July while talks to secure its future continue. Youtravel is owned by German company FTI Group, whose tour operator brand FTI Touristik filed for...
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European city named UK’s most in-demand holiday destination for 2024
Are you more of a traveller who sticks to the same places year after year or do you like to go and experience somewhere new? Do you prefer to relax and chill on a beach or do you like to go and explore the city and its history. New research by Desert Safari Dubai Tours...