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Alaska Airlines has announced plans to launch direct transatlantic service between Seattle and London Heathrow, with flights scheduled to begin in spring 2026. The move is great news for British holidaymakers as it marks the carrier’s first entry into the European market.The new daily service will operate year-round using Boeing 787-9 Dreamliner aircraft. These wide-body jets will feature 34 business-class suites with fully lie-flat seats, aimed at attracting both corporate […]

A new collaboration between Boots and Deliveroo aims to rescue forgetful holidaymakers across Britain. The pharmacy chain found more than half of UK residents routinely leave behind crucial items when heading out for summer activities.The partnership now enables delivery of essential products to more than 75 popular tourist destinations throughout the country. Whether visitors find themselves without sun protection at Joss Bay, require blister treatment whilst climbing Arthur's Seat in […]

Britons will soon have more options when travelling to Dubai as Emirates is set to launch its fourth daily service from Gatwick Airport on February 8, 2026. The new route will use the carrier's modern Airbus A350 aircraft and bring Emirates' total London capacity to 12 daily departures, spread across three airports.This increased frequency offers travellers more options for planning their Dubai holidays.The evening schedule proves particularly convenient for tourists. […]

British tourists can get big savings on short- and long-haul trips, including six days in Florida from just £410. Last-minute deals are also available on holidays to popular European destinations, including the Greek islands of Rhodes and Crete. The offers are available with Thomas Cook, which has shared its top deals and discounts of the week. There is a range of destinations, hotel ratings and board available, including all-inclusive and […]

TUI River Cruises has shared details of more facilities aboard its upcoming ship TUI Aria, scheduled to embark on its first journey in March 2026.The adults-only vessel represents the company's largest river cruise ship, featuring 96 cabins housing up to 190 passengers. The ship will navigate the Rhine, Main, Moselle and waterways throughout the Netherlands and Belgium from summer 2026.Multiple new spaces have been designed for it, including a transformable […]

Retirement is a great time to consider moving abroad, as your list of responsibilities and ties to the UK dwindle. The most popular overseas destinations for British expats to relocate to have been shared, with many European holiday hotspots in the running. The UK's neighbour, Ireland, topped the list with a score of 85 out of 100. It was particularly attractive because of its visa access and residency pathways. The […]

Spain offers the perfect blend of sun, sea and culture, all just a short flight from the UK, so it is no surprise it remains a popular choice among holidaymakers. This isn't just for families, however, as new research shows Spanish spots dominate the top picks from solo travellers. According to online travel agent loveholidays, bookings for short-haul “fly-and-flop” holidays by solo travellers are up by 19 per cent compared […]

Looking for a great staycation spot? A comprehensive study examining satisfaction among Britain's over-60s has identified two Buckinghamshire towns as the nation's premier locations.While Britain's beaches are revered as summer holiday gems, the research, conducted by financial service specialist L&G, found that factors such as access to nature and local facilities matter more than seaside locations for mature Britons.It found where people are happiest in retirement, but these places could […]

Disney Cruise Line has unveiled a promotional offer that lets families secure half-price fares for some travellers on its ships. The scheme enables customers to obtain a 50 per cent reduction on third and fourth passengers when buying two standard-price tickets for the same cabin.The promotion is ideal for family groups and those travelling with extended relatives or friends. Indeed, the cruise line states holidays "are meant to be shared […]