Why 'Mate' Irritates the Over-50s: UK Survey
A new survey finds the term 'mate' widely disliked by older Brits, especially when used by professionals. Discover why this casual address is causing offence and what etiquette experts advise.
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Hotels' 'distasteful' signs insult guests, says expert
Travel expert Kate Wickers calls out hoteliers for 'distasteful' signs and security measures that treat all guests like thieves, undermining hospitality. Discover why trust is vanishing.
Girl, 13, dies after fall from abandoned Tenerife hotel
A 13-year-old girl has died after falling from the fifth floor of a derelict hotel in Santa Cruz, Tenerife. The incident highlights the dangers of abandoned buildings in tourist areas.
Historic hotel where The Beatles stayed sold for £3m revamp
A historic Scottish hotel, once a stopover for The Beatles, has been bought for a multi-million-pound restoration. The Roman Camp Hotel in Callander will reopen as Thackray House in 2026.
The UK's Christmas Tree Debate: When is it Too Early?
As festive creep accelerates, we explore the unwritten rules of Christmas tree etiquette. From timing to decorations, discover what your tree says about you. Join the debate!
Worst Airline Etiquette Breaches You've Seen
US Transport Secretary Sean Duffy urges passengers to mind their manners on flights. Share your worst airline etiquette stories with us. Tell us your travel tales.
Stop drinking your tea this way, says expert
Famed etiquette expert William Hanson points out a common blunder Brits make when holding a teacup. Discover the proper technique and other tea-time faux pas to avoid.
Cotswolds Spa Hotel With Free Childcare & Royal Neighbours
Discover Calcot & Spa, a luxury family-friendly hotel in the Cotswolds offering free childcare, a stunning spa, and sustainability focus. Your perfect winter getaway awaits.
World's Oldest Passenger Ship Becomes Luxury Hotel
The Doulos Phos, once the world's oldest passenger ship, has been saved from the scrapyard and transformed into a luxury hotel on Bintan Island after a decade-long, $18 million renovation. Discover this unique maritime heritage experience.
NYC's Hipster Hotel: A Celebrity Favourite Revealed
Discover why Nine Orchard, New York's new 'hipster hotel' in the Lower East Side, is a celebrity magnet and offers unparalleled luxury. Plan your stylish city break now.
Historic Donoho Hotel destroyed in Tennessee fire
The 109-year-old Donoho Hotel in Red Boiling Springs has been completely destroyed by a devastating fire. Emergency crews from three towns battled the inferno. Read the full story.
Modern Etiquette Quiz: Are Your Manners Up to Date?
Discover the unwritten rules of contemporary British etiquette in our exclusive quiz. From social media conduct to dining dilemmas, test your knowledge of modern manners that would impress even the Duchess of Edinburgh.
39-Point Gentleman Guide Sparks Traditionalist Outrage
A controversial modern guide to gentlemanly behaviour has sparked outrage among traditionalists who claim it misses the fundamental essence of true gentility. Discover why etiquette experts are calling this checklist 'ridiculous' and what really defines a
Country Life's 39 Rules for Spotting a True Gentleman
Country Life's etiquette expert Laura Windsor reveals the definitive guide to identifying genuine gentlemen through manners, appearance and behaviour in modern society.
AI Hotel Bundles: The New Era of Dynamic Pricing
Hotels are adopting airline-style dynamic pricing powered by artificial intelligence, creating personalised bundles that could change how we book accommodation forever. Discover what this means for your wallet.
Hotel Secrets: Former Room Cleaner's Shocking Revelations
Ex-hotel housekeeper exposes the truth about what really happens behind closed doors - from hygiene horrors to guest behaviour that will make you cringe.
Las Vegas tourist hit with £1,800 smoking fine
A British holidaymaker's Las Vegas getaway turned into a financial nightmare after being slapped with a staggering $2,300 fine for smoking in a Rio Hotel room. Discover how hotels are cracking down on smoking violations and how to avoid costly penalties.
PUBLIC Hotel NYC: Ian Schrager's Minimalist Masterpiece
Discover our in-depth review of Manhattan's PUBLIC Hotel, where Ian Schrager's revolutionary 'luxury for all' concept meets breathtaking city views and minimalist design.
British tourist's horror stay in UK's 'disgusting hotel'
A British traveller's overnight stay turned into a nightmare after discovering what's being called Britain's most disgusting hotel, complete with mould, grime and concerning safety issues.
Hotel room with glass ceiling over bed sparks privacy fears
A traveller's dream hotel stay turned into a sleepless nightmare when they discovered their room featured a transparent ceiling above the bed, offering zero privacy in one of London's most unusual accommodations.
Hotel Germ Hotspots: What Cleaners Miss
Exclusive investigation reveals the dirtiest areas in your hotel room that even professional cleaners miss - you won't believe what tests uncovered.
The Complete Guide to Tipping Etiquette in the UK
Master the art of tipping in Britain with this comprehensive guide covering restaurants, hotels, taxis and service charges. Learn when and how much to tip for various services.
Hotel Housekeepers Reveal Their Biggest Cleaning Secrets
Former hotel housekeepers share shocking confessions about what goes on behind closed doors during room cleaning, from reused towels to questionable cleaning practices.
Why you shouldn't say 'congratulations' to engaged women
Etiquette experts reveal why saying 'congratulations' to an engaged woman is considered poor form, and what you should say instead to celebrate her happy news properly.
Expert Tips for Free Hotel Room Upgrades
Discover the insider strategies that could land you a luxury hotel suite without paying extra. From timing to tipping, learn what really works.
Hotel pillow hygiene horror revealed by traveller
A frequent traveller's viral revelation about hotel pillow hygiene will make you think twice before resting your head. Discover the disturbing truth and essential travel tips.
Travelodge overbooking leaves guest without room
A business traveller's stay turned into a nightmare when Travelodge admitted to overbooking, leaving him without a room despite a confirmed reservation. Discover the shocking details of this hospitality fail.
Inside Britain's smallest hotel room experience
An adventurous traveller documents his overnight stay in Westminster's compact hotel room measuring just 2.4 metres wide, revealing whether the unique experience is worth the £125 price tag.
Charges dropped in Union Flag migrant hotel protest case
In a dramatic legal U-turn, all charges have been dismissed against a woman arrested for waving the Union Flag outside a council-commandeered migrant hotel in Essex. The case has sparked national debate about protest rights and police powers.
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