Family stranded after airline's 'outrageous lie'
A British family was left devastated after an airline allegedly lied about flight availability, forcing them to pay thousands extra for their holiday.
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Passenger slaps thief stealing from overhead cabin
A bold passenger took matters into her own hands after spotting a thief rummaging through overhead luggage during a flight. The dramatic confrontation was caught on camera.
Cinderella Scam: Drugged via breasts, robbed unconscious
A shocking new scam involves women luring victims into licking drug-laced breasts before robbing them. One victim recounts waking up stripped of valuables worth thousands.
Air India flight diverted to UK over bomb threat
An Air India flight from Delhi to the US was forced to land in the UK following a bomb threat. A passenger has been detained as authorities investigate the incident.
Passengers stranded for 4 hours on delayed TUI flight
Frustrated holidaymakers were left stranded on a delayed TUI flight for four hours, with no clear explanation from the crew. Read the full story.
Wheelchair scam leaves Gold Coast woman $1,700 poorer
A paraplegic woman from the Gold Coast was conned out of $1,700 in a fraudulent Facebook Marketplace deal for a wheelchair. Police are investigating the heartless scam.
Apprentice fans scammed by fake '1% Club' membership
Fans of BBC's The Apprentice are being tricked into paying £4.99 a month for a so-called '1% Club' membership that offers no real benefits. Here's what you need to know to avoid the scam.
Drunk passenger attacks crew with skateboard mid-flight
A shocking mid-air incident forced a Los Angeles-bound flight to divert after a drunk passenger assaulted a flight attendant with a skateboard and hurled racial slurs, causing panic onboard.
Family's holiday nightmare after booking blunder
A father shares his shocking experience after a booking error left his family stranded during their holiday plans.
Booking flights early: Does it save money?
Travel experts weigh in on whether booking flights in advance actually leads to cheaper fares or if last-minute deals are the way to go.
Stuart Martin's flight diverted after medical emergency
Outlander star Stuart Martin faced a real-life drama when his flight was forced to make an emergency landing after a fellow passenger suffered a medical emergency. The harrowing incident unfolded at 30,000 feet.
Booking.com customers report bedbug infestations in UK hotels
Travellers using Booking.com have reported bedbug infestations in UK hotels, sparking hygiene concerns and demands for refunds. Here’s what you need to know.
Passenger punches flight attendant, forces plane diversion
A passenger on a United Airlines flight from London to the US was arrested after allegedly punching a flight attendant in a shocking mid-air altercation.
United Airlines passenger's £100 booking mistake shock
A United Airlines passenger shares how a minor oversight resulted in a £100 fare increase, sparking outrage and calls for better booking transparency.
Puppy scam leaves woman £1,200 poorer
A woman shares her devastating experience after falling victim to a sophisticated puppy scam, losing £1,200 and her dream pet.
Tinder Swindler victim speaks out in Netflix doc
Cecilie Fjellhoy, one of the victims of the infamous 'Tinder Swindler' Simon Leviev, reveals her harrowing experience of love, betrayal, and financial ruin in a gripping Netflix documentary.
KLM flight returns after portable charger fire
A KLM flight from São Paulo to Amsterdam was forced to return after a passenger's portable charger caught fire, causing panic onboard. Read the full details of the incident.
Hotels sue Booking.com over alleged unfair practices
Hotels across Europe are gearing up to sue Booking.com, accusing the platform of imposing unfair terms and stifling competition. The legal battle could reshape the online travel industry.
Holiday price shock: £7k increase overnight
A British couple was left stunned when their holiday package price skyrocketed by £7,000 overnight. Experts reveal the hidden reasons behind such drastic increases.
LA-Hong Kong flight diverted, becomes longest in history
A Cathay Pacific flight from Los Angeles to Hong Kong became the longest passenger flight in history after being diverted due to a severe black storm, leaving travellers stranded for over 17 hours.
Emergency landing at Birmingham Airport causes delays
Dozens of passengers faced delays at Birmingham Airport after a flight from Amsterdam made an emergency landing due to a medical incident, requiring urgent assistance from West Midlands Ambulance Service.
Woman loses £500 in cruel puppy scam
A woman shares her devastating experience after falling victim to a cruel puppy scam, losing £500 for a dog that was never real. Learn how to spot the warning signs.
Holiday lottery proposed to fight overtourism
Booking.com CEO Glenn Fogel proposes a 'holiday lottery' system to tackle overtourism, suggesting travellers could be randomly selected to visit in-demand destinations.
Hilton guest baffled by free hotel stay
A Hilton guest shares their bizarre experience after being unexpectedly offered a complimentary hotel stay, leaving them and others baffled.
One setting change saves hundreds on flights
Discover how adjusting just one setting when booking flights can slash hundreds off your travel costs. Experts reveal the secret airlines don’t want you to know.
Musician's Delta flight horror: 'Absolute hell'
A famous musician recounts a harrowing Delta flight experience where the jet entered a sudden free-fall, leaving passengers in panic. Exclusive details inside.
Aussie loses £50K in Thailand crypto scam
An Australian traveller was duped out of £50,000 in a sophisticated cryptocurrency scam while holidaying in Thailand. Here's how the fraud unfolded and how to protect yourself.
Drunk Russian passenger subdued by fellow travellers
A rowdy drunk passenger on a Russian flight was swiftly subdued by fellow travellers after the captain called for assistance, in a dramatic mid-air confrontation.
Panic as holiday flight plummets mid-air
Terrified holidaymakers feared for their lives as their TUI flight experienced a sudden mid-air drop, causing chaos and panic onboard.
Tourist loses £15k in holiday booking blunder
A holidaymaker's dream getaway turned into a financial disaster after a booking mix-up left them £15,000 out of pocket. Find out how this costly mistake happened and what you can do to avoid it.
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