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The Foreign, Commonwealth and Development Office (FCDO) has updated its travel advice for British nationals visiting the Maldives, which is widely considered a bucket list holiday destination.Its latest advisory focuses on the high risk of piracy during sea travel in the region, ongoing terrorism threats, and cultural considerations.Sea travelThe FCDO warned that there is a "high risk of piracy and armed robbery" in the Gulf of Aden and the Indian […]

Ryanair has launched seven new summer routes from London Stansted Airport, offering more travel opportunities for Britons as the days get warmer.The UK's number one low fares airline announced that flights to Bodrum, Clermont, Dalaman, Linz, Lübeck, Münster and Reggio Calabria took off this week.The new routes are part of Ryanair's Summer 2025 schedule. The airline will operate several flights per week on each of these new routes.These seven destinations […]

With the Easter holidays fast approaching and summer hot on its heels, jet-setters across the UK are planning their next holiday abroad.To prepare Britons for their next plane journey, travel expert Jane Hawkes exclusively shared her top flying tips.As a former British Airways flight attendant, Jane knows all about enjoying a "stress-free" flight - plus how to get on the good side of the cabin crew.Among other tips, to avoid […]

Jet2.com and Jet2holidays have announced the launch of flights and holidays to the Samos for Summer 2026, marking the airline's 15th airport destination in Greece.The exclusive routes will operate from Manchester Airport, with up to two weekly flights between May 5, 2025, and October 30, 2026.London Stansted Airport will also offer up to two weekly services from May 7, 2025, to October 29, 2026.The flexible dates will allow holidaymakers seeking […]

With the British weather becoming increasingly unpredictable, holidaymakers are seeking destinations that offer enjoyment regardless of rain or shine.Leading holiday experts have identified five top UK locations perfect for all-weather staycations.The Isle of Wight, Cornwall, Kent, the Cotswolds and Pembrokeshire have been named as ideal places to visit throughout the year in holidaycottages.co.uk research.Each destination has been selected for its ability to entertain visitors of all ages, even during those […]

Transport Secretary Heidi Alexander has approved plans to expand Luton Airport, despite a recommendation from the Planning Inspectorate to reject the proposal over environmental concerns.The decision will allow the Bedfordshire airport to nearly double its annual passenger capacity from 18 million to 32 million by the mid-2040s.The expansion includes building a new terminal, extending the current airfield platform, and developing new airside and landside facilities.The approval comes after the decision […]

British Airways has expanded its global network this week by relaunching routes to Kuala Lumpur and Tbilisi, marking a significant milestone in reconnecting the UK with both regions.The flag carrier touched down in Kuala Lumpur for the first time in five years, with the inaugural flight departing London Heathrow on April 1.The airline has also welcomed Tbilisi back into its route network, after its last scheduled service to the Georgian […]

Spain is an extremely popular destination among British expats - and it's easy to see why. Famed for its sunny weather, beautiful beaches, delicious cuisine, low cost of living and slow pace of life, the European hotspot makes a refreshing change from the UK.But no place is perfect and, despite the country's many positives, there are also some downsides to living in Spain.A British expat took to TikTok to share […]

British Airways has overhauled its boarding process by significantly reducing the number of boarding groups to create a more streamlined experience for passengers.The UK flag carrier has cut its previous nine-group system down to just five groups for long-haul flights and four for short-haul journeys.This change represents a major simplification of a system that was introduced in 2017.The original nine-group approach, while intended to reduce overcrowding, often had the opposite […]