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All products and promotions are independently selected by our experts. To help us provide free impartial advice, we will earn an affiliate commission if you buy something. Click here to learn more British Airways, the UK's flag carrier airline, has announced it will be scrapping flights to Beijing, China.The airline will suspend flights between London’s Heathrow Airport and the Chinese capital as early as October 26, 2024. The suspension is […]

Tourists in Spain are told to be careful as nine cases of a dangerous virus have been confirmed in Seville.West Nile virus has been detected in mosquitoes in the region, so Britons should take steps to protect themselves.The cases were found in different parts of Seville, including Los Palacios, Villafranca, Dos Hermanas, Coria de Rio and La Puebla de Río. The severity of the virus varies, with headaches, body aches, […]

Britons have been urged to complete an essential administrative task to prove their exemption from the new Entry-Exit system (EES) before it comes into force.The new system will require non-EU visitors to register via an automated system at borders when entering the country for a short stay. As a result, British authorities are urging expats to acquire their TIE cards before the new rules are implemented.Hugh Elliott, British ambassador to […]

Travel company TUI has added four new tours which will give holidaymakers "more choice than ever before". The routes are available to book now and will depart from London Gatwick and Manchester Airports. The seven-night tours will give Britons the chance to discover sights in Egypt, the Emirates and India. Available to book for Winter 2024 and Summer 2025, Britons can enjoy some winter sun while travelling through some of […]

Britons have been given a US hurricane warning for the remainder of the year.The Foreign, Commonwealth and Development Office (FCDO) told holidaymakers: "The Atlantic hurricane season normally runs from June to November. The Pacific hurricane season normally runs from May to November. "Hurricanes can affect coastal regions, Hawaii and Guam. The South Pacific tropical cyclone season normally runs from November to May and can affect American Samoa."The US National Oceanic […]

Leading travel experts have called on local authorities in popular tourist areas to introduce motorhome and campervan taxes to manage the flow of staycationers during peak times.Millions of drivers will be travelling around the UK this summer to make use of the warm weather and extended time off from work and school.Many will also be driving to Scotland to see some of the UK's most stunning sites, although some experts […]

Whether you’re moving abroad for a career change, education or a new adventure, you'll want to know that your new home can cater to all your needs. Relocation experts at 1st Move International gathered data to determine where UK residents moved the most between 2022 and 2024. Britons leaving UK soils often ended up in two English-speaking countries, namely the United States and Australia, the data showed. United States outranked […]

The most sustainable staycation destination has been described as having lots of beautiful nature to explore.Research has found the top 10 UK spots to visit this year, with locations in Scotland, England and Wales making the list. Devon took the top spot in research carried out by staycation provider Verdant Leisure. This considered data such as public EV chargers, renewable electricity installations, renewable energy usage, waste recycling rate, number of […]

As the summer holiday season is in full swing, drivers hiring cars are warned of potentially high excess fees at the rental desk. Without purchasing excess protection, drivers could face significant expenses if their hire car is damaged or stolen, even if it’s not their fault. According to our latest research, excess fees are on average £1,300, but can be as high as £2,000. Despite the importance of excess protection, […]