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Imagine spending a week sailing through the Greek islands on a 147-foot luxury superyacht - whitewashed villages on the horizon, sapphire seas stretching out in every direction, and chilled ouzo in hand as the sun dips below the Aegean. For most, it’s the stuff of fantasy. But thanks to a new prize draw platform called Anchord, that fantasy could become reality - for just £10.Anchord is making waves with its […]

Jet2.com and Jet2holidays have unveiled La Palma as their fifth Canary Islands destination, expanding their year-round sunshine holiday offerings for British travellers. The leisure airline and tour operator will launch services from Manchester Airport in April 2026, followed by exclusive flights from London Stansted Airport in October 2026. The expansion comes in response to sustained demand from UK holidaymakers seeking warm-weather getaways throughout the year.La Palma joins the company's existing […]

Whether you pack weeks in advance or leave it to the last minute, following a plan can ensure you do this efficiently and don't miss any of the essentials. A holiday pro explained her favourite tips for packing well, including a "game-changing" hack to fit more into your luggage. This is according to holiday expert Chelsea Dickenson, who has partnered with Boots to create packing tips to help the nation […]

Sterling has reached its highest level in more than three years, presenting an opportune moment for holidaymakers to exchange their pounds for foreign currency. The pound surged past $1.3750 against the dollar on Thursday, hitting its highest level since October 2021.The surge means holidaymakers will receive more dollars, euros and other currencies for their pounds compared to recent months.Financial experts are urging travellers to consider exchanging money now to take […]

Cruises are a fantastic holiday option, and there really is something for everyone, whether you are looking for a specific theme or want to visit all of your bucket list destinations in one trip. Speaking exclusively to GB News, a cruise expert shared tips to ensure you get the most out of your holiday. The average cruise can last anywhere from a few days to a few weeks - or […]

Budget airline easyJet and its holiday division are offering summer getaways with packages beginning at £159 per person and flight-only options from £17.99. The deals, announced on Tuesday, include both beach and city destinations across the carrier's extensive network.Among the featured offers are a week-long stay at a five-star Moroccan resort and a city break in Amsterdam. The packages come with the company's Ultimate Flexibility programme, which allows customers to […]

TUI has announced new direct flights from Newcastle Airport to Sofia, Bulgaria, beginning December 20, 2025. The weekly Saturday service will support Crystal Ski Holidays' winter 2026 programme.The route will provide north-east travellers with convenient access to Bulgarian ski destinations including Bansko, Pamporovo and Borovets, marking TUI's response to strong customer demand for Bulgarian ski holidays.The airline will offer both flight-only options starting at £293 per person and complete ski […]

Looking to add some opulence to your 2025 holiday? A new study has found Europe's most underrated luxury holiday destinations for 2025, with Umbria in central Italy claiming the top spot.The research analysed travel reviews from lesser-known destinations across the continent, examining how frequently "luxury" appeared alongside star ratings and review volumes to create a unique Luxury Score for each location.The findings showed a big shift in luxury travel preferences, […]

Many holidaymakers will know the feeling of getting to the boarding gate, only to be told their carry-on is too big and that they must pay to take it on. However, this could become a thing of the past in some cases as the EU Parliament transport committee has approved new regulations that would permit passengers to carry handbags weighing up to 7kg without additional charges on all EU airline […]