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On the first week under Labour's new ownership, I journeyed with South Western Railways (SWR) from Staines in Surrey to London Waterloo on what was scheduled to be a nice and simple 42 minute journey.What unfolded was anything but that. After arriving at platform two, a guard said we had to make our way to platform one, where a train was waiting. Upon crossing the bridge, a 10-minute wait and […]

For Britons who are keen to move abroad, the possibilities are endless. Close to home in Europe, popular options include Spain, France, Portugal, Italy, Ireland, and Germany.Further afield, many enjoy a life Down Under in Australia or New Zealand, while others flock to picturesque Canada or the USA.Relocating can be intimidating, what with language barriers, bureaucracy, and meeting new people.However, as GB News speaks to more and more British expats […]

With Britons in many parts of the UK enjoying the early May bank holiday tomorrow, there has been an increase in online searches for the best walks to do. Experts have rounded up the most popular places to visit based on this, with a walk in the South West taking the top spot. The South West Coast Path has had the biggest increase in searches, meaning there could be plenty […]

Continuing to captivate travellers with its blend of cultural and historical sites, Mediterranean climate and unique position straddling Europe and Asia, it's no wonder that Britons are flocking to Turkey year on year.While Istanbul has kept its crown as the country's most popular destination for international visitors, many remarkable locations remain overlooked by British holidaymakers.For those seeking to explore beyond the well-trodden paths, cabin crew member Selda Bayhan shared her […]

A KLM flight bound for Las Vegas was forced to make an emergency landing at Glasgow Airport after declaring a mid-air emergency.Flight KL635, which had departed from Amsterdam, issued the emergency signal at approximately 1pm on Saturday, May 24.The Boeing 777 aircraft was diverted to Glasgow whilst flying over Scotland, before it started to cross the Atlantic Ocean.The aircraft issued a "squawk 7700" code, signalling a general emergency to air […]

Britons visiting a popular South American tourist spot have been issued fresh travel advice.In an update from the Foreign, Commonwealth and Development Office (FCDO), travellers were told to avoid central La Paz as a large political protest continues to cause "widespread disruption" in the Bolivian capital. The FCDO warning, issued on Friday but still current today, cautioned that the demonstration could cause a significant impact over "several days".Officials specifically advised […]

Britons who are in Mexico or plan to travel there this weekend could face significant disruption as protests block access to Mexico City's main airport. In light of this, the Foreign, Commonwealth and Development Office (FCDO) has issued fresh travel advice.A local teachers' movement blocked access to both terminals at Mexico City International Airport (AICM) on May 22 and May 23.Media reports suggest that they may extend through the weekend […]

Spain is pushing ahead with plans to impose a 100 per cent tax on British and other non-EU citizens purchasing holiday homes.The bill also seeks to increase VAT on short-term rentals and raise taxes on publicly-listed real estate investment trusts.Prime Minister Pedro Sánchez has presented a bill to the Spanish parliament seeking to promote "measures that enable access to housing, since we are facing one of the largest problems our […]

One of Europe's most respected airlines has thrown summer travel plans into chaos after cancelling 1,400 flights. Swiss International Air Lines (SWISS) has blamed the sudden decision on pilot and fleet shortages.The disruption is expected to continue until October 2025, creating significant problems for travellers across Europe.Aviation Expert Anton Radchenko from AirAdvisor suggests these cancellations reflect wider issues in the European aviation industry, calling them just the "tip of the […]