Hotel guest warned of £2,500 fine for opening curtains
A journalist staying at Blackpool FC's stadium hotel was told he could be fined £2,500 for opening his curtains during a match. Discover the bizarre rule and the club's explanation.
A journalist staying at Blackpool FC's stadium hotel was told he could be fined £2,500 for opening his curtains during a match. Discover the bizarre rule and the club's explanation.
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Discover Guimarães, Portugal's medieval birthplace with UNESCO sites, Michelin stars, and lunches from £4. A sustainable, vibrant city tipped as a top 2026 destination.
Discover Guimarães, Portugal's medieval birthplace offering UNESCO sites, Michelin stars, and lunches from £4. Named a must-visit for 2026, it's just 65km from Porto. Plan your trip now!
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Discover why UK travellers are ditching planes for epic rail journeys. Explore the stunning 35-hour Amtrak Coast Starlight route across America's West Coast, from Seattle to Los Angeles.
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Fodor's travel guide names seven destinations, including the Canary Islands, that holidaymakers should skip in 2026 to combat overtourism and environmental strain. Discover the full list and why they made the 'No List'.
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An American woman moving to the UK reveals her biggest surprise: UK pillows are larger, making her US bed linen useless. Discover the everyday items that differ across the Atlantic.
An American woman moving to the UK shares her surprising packing mistakes, from ill-fitting bed linen to wrong-sized baking trays. Discover the everyday items that aren't standard globally.
Exclusive data reveals the UK's sustainable aviation fuel mandate is off track for 2025 targets. Discover the challenges and what it means for net-zero goals.
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A major review by Baroness Minette Batters calls for a 'new deal' for UK farming, citing inheritance tax fears and payment uncertainty. Read the key recommendations and the government's response.
A major government review warns UK farmers are 'bewildered and frightened' by inheritance tax and payment changes. Former NFU president calls for a 'new deal' to ensure profitability and food security.
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A unique Kenyan safari reveals how tourism funds wildlife conservation, from elephant orphans fed goat's milk to empowering Indigenous Samburu women. See the journey.
Palma de Mallorca introduces tough tourism measures to protect its heritage from influencer overload and party crowds while welcoming thoughtful visitors.
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Seasoned traveller Francis Hellyer names three European hotspots where tourists face overpriced food and local resentment. Discover his controversial picks and better alternatives.
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Travel guide Fodor's urges tourists to avoid Montana's Glacier National Park in 2026 due to overtourism, environmental damage, and wildlife disturbance. Discover alternative destinations.