Hospitality leaders warn a proposed 'holiday tax' on overnight stays in England could price families out of staycations, with small businesses fearing closures as regional mayors gain levy powers.
Escape Britain's winter gloom with a sun-drenched getaway to Gran Canaria. Enjoy 21C temperatures, £38 direct flights, £2 pints, and stunning beaches in this Canary Islands paradise.
Leading UK accommodation companies, including Butlin's and Hilton, oppose a new holiday tax on overnight stays in England, warning it could raise costs by over £100 and harm families and jobs.
Scottish estate owner Jamie Fraser reveals a clever travel tip using brightly coloured ribbons to ensure you never leave valuables behind in hotel accommodation.
Andre Neveling visited 40 countries but found Paris, Bali, Cairo, Chiang Mai, and Hollywood underwhelming due to crowds, scams, and unmet expectations.
Design journalist Mark C. O'Flaherty, who has visited 1,000 hotels worldwide, shares his 10 most memorable properties across seven countries, from mountain resorts to urban oases.
Discover Mousehole, the Cornish fishing village poet Dylan Thomas called 'the loveliest village in England', with its cobbled streets, historic charm, and stunning coastal beauty.
Around 200 UK accommodation bosses, including Butlin's and Hilton, have written to the Chancellor opposing a proposed visitor levy, warning it could increase holiday costs by over £100 and threaten jobs.
Around 200 UK accommodation bosses warn a proposed 'holiday tax' could raise staycation costs by £100+, threatening jobs and local economies.
A Devon father has won a life-changing £12.1 million National Lottery jackpot after taking an unexpected detour. The winning Lotto numbers for Wednesday 11 February 2026 have been announced.
Major ski resorts near Spokane, Washington, are reducing operations to weekends only due to critically low snowfall and warm temperatures, with nonprofit Mount Spokane leading the cutbacks.
British travellers must verify two critical passport rules before booking February half-term trips: three-month validity for EU travel and the 10-year issuance rule to avoid airport chaos.
Glenwood Caverns Adventure Park files for Chapter 11 bankruptcy following a $205 million wrongful death judgment after a six-year-old girl died on a ride in 2021 due to seatbelt errors.
Adventure Leisure will enforce a mobile phone ban at Mulligans and Ninja Warrior UK venues during February half term to encourage families to connect without digital distractions.
After a painful breakup, a journalist checks into Virgin Hotels London-Shoreditch's 'On & Up' Break-Up Suite, discovering self-love through luxury, cocktails, and friendship.
A historic Art Deco lido in Ramsgate, paved over as a car park in the 1970s, may be restored for year-round outdoor swimming under a bold community-led plan.
Forbes Travel Guide announces its 2026 Star Awards, with five new five-star hotels in the U.S., including properties in Pennsylvania, Arizona, Florida, and Georgia.
A new survey reveals one in four couples consider themselves incompatible travel partners, with disputes over budgets, itineraries, and bedtimes causing holiday tensions.
A blue shark measuring up to three metres was filmed circling Marina Botafoc in Ibiza, sparking safety concerns. The injured predator displayed unusual behaviour amid bad weather conditions.
US hotel bookings fell 9.43% in 2025, with international bookings down 7.56%, amid tariff fluctuations, a weak dollar, and a government shutdown. Canada saw growth despite fewer US travelers.
British tourists report 'horrendous' three-hour queues on tarmac at Tenerife South Airport, with elderly passengers waiting two hours due to new EU Entry/Exit System implementation issues.
Disney Cruise Line's Disney Wish will debut from Southampton in 2027, offering European voyages to destinations like Norway and Croatia, featuring Frozen-themed dining and West End-style entertainment.
Amadeus River Cruises unveils a second Rhine Concert Cruise featuring a performance by Andre Rieu in Amsterdam, with prices starting from £1,969 per person.
A new survey reveals one in four couples consider themselves incompatible travel partners, with disagreements over budgets, itineraries, and bedtimes causing tension on trips away.
British holidaymakers in the Canary Islands face fines up to thousands of pounds for emergency rescues due to negligence under a new Civil Protection Law, following costly incidents.
A violent altercation erupted between British tourists and transgender women in Pattaya, Thailand, over alleged theft accusations, with footage showing punches, shoving, and hair-pulling.
A visitor to a Victorian train station in Northumberland was stunned to discover Barter Books, a vast second-hand bookshop hidden within its historic walls, complete with model trains and fireplaces.
A vegan passenger has criticised Virgin Atlantic after being served a 'pitiful' sandwich with 'mouldy' vegetables on a £600 flight from Mexico to London Heathrow.
A journalist's firsthand account of braving -35°C temperatures in Finnish Lapland, with expert tips on essential thermal gear and packing strategies for extreme cold weather adventures.
A winter safari weekend at Fritton Lake in Norfolk offers visitors a unique chance to explore rewilding efforts, with guided tours showcasing local wildlife and conservation initiatives in the scenic landscape.