2026 Travel Trends: Dry Tourism, Luxury Trains & AI-Free
Travel experts reveal the top 18 trends for 2026, including luxury train hopping, alcohol-free 'dry tourism', and a shift towards human-led travel planning over AI. Discover what's next.
Travel experts reveal the top 18 trends for 2026, including luxury train hopping, alcohol-free 'dry tourism', and a shift towards human-led travel planning over AI. Discover what's next.
Spice Girl Mel B shares joyous snaps from her festive Lapland trip with husband Rory McPhee, celebrating their first Christmas as a married couple. See their snowy adventures here.
Love Island's Molly Smith dazzles in a red bikini in Lapland and reveals the stunning transformation of her Barnsley home's kitchen with fiancé Tom Clare. See the before and after!
Love Island All Stars winner Molly Smith, 31, showed off her gym-honed physique in a snowy Lapland photoshoot. The engaged star shared the festive snap with fiancé Tom Clare.
EasyJet alerts UK tourists to a new mandatory travel insurance rule for Georgia from 2026. Learn the coverage requirements and avoid entry denial.
Emily Hart, who has visited all 50 US states, warns sharing holiday snaps in real time is dangerous. Discover her essential safety and money-saving tips for solo travellers.
Tilly and Tana Ramsay shared festive snaps from a family trip to Lapland, just a week before Holly Ramsay's Christmas wedding to Adam Peaty, which is overshadowed by a bitter family rift. Discover the details of the holiday and the ongoing feud.
Jack Grealish and Sasha Attwood celebrated the festive season with a special family trip to Lapland with their 15-month-old daughter, Amelia Rose. See the adorable photos.
A TUI rep reveals what it's really like to work in Lapland's Arctic winter, from husky rides and reindeer pizza to just two hours of daylight. Discover the magic and challenges.
Adam Peaty and Holly Ramsay enjoy a romantic pre-wedding holiday in snowy Lapland. The festive getaway comes as the Olympian's mother reveals heartbreak over a family rift. Read the full story.
TUI rep Saul Vendrig Castillo reveals his enchanting daily life in Lapland, from husky rides to reindeer pizza. Discover his top tips for the perfect festive holiday.
Influencer Molly-Mae Hague shares a 'magical' festive day out with partner Tommy Fury and daughter Bambi at Lapland UK. See the family's Christmas adventure and her plans for the holidays.
British families are furious over expensive UK Lapland 'experiences', with costs hitting £955. Discover how real trips to Finland offer better value to see Santa and the Northern Lights.
Sweden's iconic ICEHOTEL has opened its 36th frozen edition, crafted from Torne River ice. Guests can sleep in art suites, play an ice piano & dine on reindeer. Discover this unique winter tourism experience.
Comedian Guz Khan discusses his new festive BBC special 'Stuffed', becoming a Christmas TV icon, and why his 'brown arse' is never returning to Lapland. Read the full interview.
UK airports face the busiest Christmas on record with over 22 million passengers. Experts warn of a 'perfect storm of stress' with delays and bad weather. Plan ahead for festive travel.
Don't miss Travel Tuesday on 2 December 2025. Discover exclusive discounts on hotels, flights, cruises and packages with our expert shopping tips.
Discover how a savvy mum from Nottinghamshire saved £500 on a magical Lapland holiday by booking directly in Finland instead of the UK version. Her budget-friendly tips include flight hacks and accommodation secrets.
Travelling with friends? Expert reveals the 5 red flags that signal a difficult travel buddy and how to avoid holiday conflicts. Plan your perfect 'mate-cation' today.
Discover Finland's top destinations for 2026, from Helsinki's urban charm to Lapland's Arctic wonders. Plan your trip to the world's happiest country now!
Discover if Lapland UK's new Manchester site is worth the eye-watering price tag. Our review covers the magic, the costs, and essential tips for your visit.
Share your favourite European travel discovery of 2025 for a chance to win a £200 Coolstays voucher. The best tips will be featured in the Guardian Travel section.
Discover how a savvy mum from Lancashire slashed the cost of a Lapland holiday from £8,000 to just £1,400 by booking flights and accommodation separately. Learn her top tips for an affordable magical family break.
A mother shares her honest Lapland UK review, describing a 'magical' festive experience in Ascot that was unfortunately marred by long queues and disorganisation for the Father Christmas visit.
New Era Travel in Alresford, Hampshire, ceases trading just three years after opening. Discover the impact on customers and the wider UK travel industry turmoil.
The BBC has unleashed a thrilling first look at Celebrity Apprentice's festive special, where business mogul Lord Sugar takes celebrities on a snowy expedition to Lapland that quickly turns disastrous. Watch as the all-star cast faces their toughest chall
Discover how to transform your long-haul flights with our expert guide to the best travel pillows available in the UK. From memory foam to inflatable designs, find your perfect comfort companion for restful journeys.
Discover the thrilling ski expedition to Tarfala, Europe's highest mountain hut, where breathtaking Arctic landscapes meet Swedish mountain tradition in this ultimate alpine challenge.
Discover which viral solo travel photography hacks deliver stunning results and which fall flat in our comprehensive field test. Transform your travel photos from amateur to professional with these proven techniques.
Discover essential safety strategies, transformative benefits and expert tips for women embarking on solo travel adventures, from navigating unfamiliar destinations to building unshakeable confidence.