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Britons have been issued a fresh travel warning after a powerful 6.2-magnitude earthquake struck the Sea of Marmara and strong tremors were felt across Istanbul.In light of the seismic event, which took place on April 23, the Foreign, Commonwealth and Development Office (FCDO) has issued an advisory for holidaymakers in Turkey.Many parts of Turkey regularly experience earthquakes and tremors, which can be high magnitude and pose significant risks to infrastructure. […]

The UK has stunning scenery, beautiful beaches and miles of coastline to enjoy. But for anyone with children or those travelling during peak times, the prices of holidays skyrocket.However, with some good planning, you can make sure you have a holiday to remember for all the right reasons on our very own shores, according to expert Jane Hawkes.Boating in the Lake District instead of Lake Como, ItalyJane said: "The picturesque […]

Anti-tourism protesters in the Canary Islands have issued a stark warning to British holidaymakers planning to visit the Spanish archipelago this summer.Activists have vowed to ramp up demonstrations after visitor numbers surged from 16 million in 2023 to 18 million in 2024.Local campaigners claim the islands are "reaching their limit" as tourist numbers continue to rise in 2025.The protests began in 2024 with tens of thousands of locals taking to […]

Virgin Atlantic has announced new daily flights to Seoul, South Korea, as part of its continued expansion eastward.The service to Incheon International Airport will commence on March 29, 2026, from London Heathrow Airport.Virgin Atlantic expects the route will attract predominantly leisure customers as well as corporate travellers and those visiting friends and relatives.These travellers will be drawn by South Korea's renowned food culture, shopping experiences and the popular culture.The flights […]

An easyJet flight was forced to make an emergency landing after a passenger became convinced there were snakes loose on the plane.The incident occurred on a flight from London Gatwick to Marrakech on Saturday afternoon.The man, said to have been hallucinating, caused significant disruption on board the aircraft.One witness told The Mirror: "It sounds funny to hear a passenger screaming 'snakes on the plane!', but it was incredibly scary for […]

Every year, the Cotswolds beckon millions of travellers from around the world with its rural charm and quaint villages.With so many attractions to see in the region, one traveller has rounded up her top picks.Jess Louise Ellis recently shared a list of six villages she considers to be some of the nation’s most picturesque spots, including:Bourton-on-the-WaterUpper and Lower SlaughterMoreton-in-MarshBroadwayCastle CombePainswickThe Cotswolds region is bursting with rural charm GETTYThe blogger told […]

Ryanair has issued a warning about potential flight disruptions to and from the western side of the UK today due to high winds.The airline stated that flights scheduled for Tuesday, April 22, may experience delays or cancellations due to the impact of weather on aviation operations.Ryanair has confirmed that passengers affected by the "disruptions" will be notified directly.The airline is advising all travellers flying to or from the UK today […]

The Croatian island of Hvar has implemented stricter dress codes for tourists, joining countries like Mexico, India, and Spain in regulating visitor attire.Tourists now face substantial fines for wearing inappropriate clothing in public spaces, at religious sites, and in historical landmarks.Those caught wearing swimwear outside designated beach areas could face penalties of up to €600 (£515).Additionally, visitors spotted walking around shirtless or in overly revealing clothing in Hvar's town centre […]

Holidaymakers heading to Turkey have been warned about the risk of sexual assault in a new advisory from the Foreign, Commonwealth & Development Office (FCDO).The FCDO reported that "56 cases of sexual assault, including rape", were reported to British consular staff among the 4.4 million British visitors to Turkey in 2024.Officials have urged extra vigilance, particularly in coastal resort areas during the tourist season, where most incidents have occurred.A significant […]