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The main things UK backpackers forget before flying are keeping prescription medicines in hand luggage, packing chargers, printing insurance documents, grabbing everyday toiletries and checking passport validity rules. You spend months planning a trip. You book the flights and map out the route. Then the morning of the flight arrives.
Dreaming about white sand, warm water and zero emails? You are not alone. Millions are planning their dream vacation. The vacation they have been talking about for years. For some, that dream bucket list vacation is an island. Here’s the problem: Long trips require lots of planning. Flights, hotels, tours
Dubai’s short-term rental market is running hot. The emirate carried 18,902 active short-term rental units in the year to August 2026, average occupancy held at 69%, and total revenue climbed 172% on the previous year, according to AirDNA figures reported by Emirates 24|7. More choice is good news for travellers
As the summer crowds start to fade and the season shifts in the Charente, Cognac enters one of its most inviting periods. With pleasant temperatures and clear skies, it’s an ideal time to explore the region, with the boutique Hôtel Chais Monnet & Spa offering an elegant base from which to discover this picturesque town. The medieval streets of Cognac take on a
I can’t be the only person who questioned their relationship with the sun this summer. The UK has just recorded its hottest summer since records began in 1884. We endured repeated heatwaves, schools closing and by August temperatures had reached 38.1°C in London, while parts of Europe pushed beyond 40°C.
The Philippines has more than 7,600 islands, with landscapes ranging from the limestone lagoons of Palawan to volcanic peaks, coral reefs and sandbars that change shape with the tide. These features give photographers clearly defined subjects, but reaching the right position may involve domestic flights, ferries, small boats or walks
A visit to Lincoln was to be a first for us. We travel extensively, around the UK and abroad, but this was to be our first visit to this beautiful historic cathedral city, and as we were to find out – it certainly won’t be our last. For any new
Second-home ownership in and around Britain’s national parks is being reconsidered as local authorities respond to housing pressure in popular rural destinations. Council tax premiums, planning controls and tighter rules for short-term accommodation vary across the UK, adding to the costs and responsibilities associated with buying a conventional cottage. Holiday
Who can resist the thought of escaping for a weekend away with a large group of friends – and with the arrival of autumn, why not trade in the garden parties for a big country house, roaring fires, long dinners, games and plenty of room for everyone to stay under
Demand for spooky getaways has hit a record high in 2026, with UK search interest for ‘Halloween travel’ up 85% on Google Trends compared to peak levels seen over the past five years. To help travellers pick their destination, travel experts at Iglu Cruise have ranked the top 10 cities
DiamondAir, the renowned global airport concierge and meet & assist specialist, is redefining the airport journey with the launch of The Lounge by DiamondAir, the first private, remote check-in space, designed to extend the airport experience beyond the terminal. Located just minutes from the terminals, The Lounge by DiamondAir offers
Red Sea Global (RSG), the regenerative tourism developer, has announced that AMAALA Yacht Club has officially begun operations, marking a major milestone in establishing the Saudi Red Sea as a new global destination for luxury yachting, sailing and marine tourism. Nestled within AMAALA Marina Village, the AMAALA Yacht Club is
