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Inside the £48 Lisbon hotel where staff wear pyjamas
A travel journalist reviews her stay at WC by The Beautique Hotels in Lisbon, a four-star boutique hotel with a full bathroom theme and staff in sleepwear. Find out if the quirky concept works.
Hotel worker's secret to getting a room upgrade
A former hotel receptionist shares the insider secrets on how to get a free room upgrade and the one question that annoys staff. Learn the best time to ask.
Glasgow hotel fire: 120 evacuated as crews tackle major blaze
A major fire broke out at a Glasgow hotel, forcing 120 people to evacuate. Emergency services are on the scene. Read the latest updates and safety information.
Murray's Cromlix Hotel to Close for Major Refurbishment
Andy and Kim Murray's five-star Cromlix Hotel will temporarily close from January 4 for a major renovation, adding new restaurants and a wellness facility. Reopening is scheduled for May 2026.
Inside London's £35 'Coffin' Hotel Pods
A journalist reviews Zedwell's capsule 'Cocoons' in Piccadilly Circus, starting at £35.82 a night. Is this the future of budget London accommodation or a claustrophobic nightmare?
Major Hotel Fire in Hove: Emergency Crews Swarm
Emergency services are tackling a major blaze at the Imperial Hotel in Hove. Guests evacuated, public urged to avoid the area. Latest updates.
Hotel hygiene: Why you must check glassware first
A travel journalist reveals the grim hotel room discovery that led to a vital pre-use check. Learn the simple step to ensure your mug is clean.
Honest Review: Glasgow's Mar Hall Hotel Among Europe's Best
We review the newly refurbished Mar Hall Hotel near Glasgow, a £20m resort voted among Europe's top 20 by Condé Nast readers. Discover its Scottish luxury, dining, and spa.
Hotel guests strip beds over 'nasty' unwashed pillows
Aussie singer G Flip sparks a viral debate after revealing why they remove hotel bedspreads and decorative pillows. Former cleaners confirm the dirty truth. Read the full story and see what other travellers do.
Ace Hotel Athens: A Riviera Retreat for Digital Nomads
Discover the Ace Hotel & Swim Club on Athens' Riviera. Our review covers its 1970s-chic pool, design-led rooms, and vibrant cafe culture, perfect for remote workers and style-conscious travellers.
Unique Brighton hotel with themed rooms and cheeky menu
Discover Hotel Pelirocco in Brighton, the UK's coolest city. This unique boutique hotel offers 19 wildly themed rooms, a vibrant bar, and a very playful room service menu for an unforgettable stay.
Santander: Christmas Online Scams Soar 75%
Santander warns UK customers as festive online shopping fraud rockets. Learn how AI-powered scams are stealing Christmas and how to protect yourself.
Global Partnership Against Online Scams Launched in Bangkok
Thailand and UNODC launch a global initiative to fight online scams, with Meta and TikTok joining. Learn how this partnership aims to protect victims worldwide.
Ex-US Embassy in London Named World's Best New Hotel
The historic former US embassy in London's Mayfair, transformed into The Chancery Rosewood hotel after a £1bn renovation, has been ranked the world's best new luxury hotel. Discover the opulent suites, rooftop bar, and mixed reviews.
Mövenpick's First UK Hotel to Open in Hampshire 2027
Swiss hotel chain Mövenpick will open its first UK property in Hampshire in late 2027, featuring its famous daily 'Chocolate Hour'. Bookings for the 400-acre resort are now open.
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.
Global Taxi Scam Hotspots: US in Top 10
A new study analysing thousands of Reddit posts reveals the world's worst countries for taxi scams, with Turkey topping the list. Learn the most common cons and how to protect yourself.
O2's Black Friday Scam Warning for UK Users
O2 issues an urgent alert ahead of Black Friday 2025, warning millions of UK users about a surge in delivery text scams. Learn how to protect yourself.
Fraud Expert's 6 Essential Tips to Avoid Christmas Scams
A fraud expert reveals six crucial steps to protect yourself from scams this Christmas. Nearly half of Brits have nearly been duped - learn how to stay safe.
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.
Celebrity Romance Scams Rise During Festive Season
Banking experts warn of romance scam epidemic as fraudsters exploit loneliness during Christmas. Learn how to protect yourself from fake celebrity cons.
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.
Social Media Rental Scams Target Desperate Flat Hunters
Exclusive investigation reveals sophisticated apartment scams proliferating across social media platforms, leaving desperate renters out of pocket and homeless.
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.
Starling Bank pulls ads from Facebook over scam fears
Digital challenger bank Starling has terminated its advertising on Facebook and Instagram, citing the platforms' failure to protect users from sophisticated financial fraud and investment scams.
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