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Cora Fraser, a 31-year-old teacher from Scotland, started a new life in Dubai five years ago and has fallen in love with the UAE city.She previously lived in Aberdeenshire - which she described as "the middle of nowhere" - and was very keen for a change.Speaking exclusively to GB News, Cora revealed why she chose the Middle Eastern expat haven."I always knew I wanted to move away after my first […]

A couple were stopped from boarding their Ryanair flight due to a post-Brexit rule that made them feel like “criminals”.Paul Mason, 59, and his partner, Zoe Rooney, 47, had spent £1,000 on holiday to Athens to attend a gig of one of their favourite artists.The couple were “extremely excited” for their three-day trip, which they had booked in December 2024.However, their holiday getaway dreams were dashed when Rooney was stopped […]

The top European beach destinations for Easter sun-seekers who can't wait until summer have been revealed in new findings.The research identifies the least crowded beaches with ideal April weather conditions across Europe.By analysing beach sizes, visitor numbers and weather data, Wizz Air has created a ranking system to help travellers find perfect shoulder-season sunshine spots.The study focused on destinations offering both ample space to relax and warm spring temperatures.Nissi Beach […]

In a win for British holidaymakers, a tourist tax imposed in Mogán, Gran Canaria has been suspended.The High Court of Justice of the Canary Islands (TSJC) cancelled the municipality's visitor levy just one day after it was introduced.If implemented, holidaymakers in Mogán would have had to pay 15 cents per night (around 13p) to stay in local tourist accommodations. While this would have been a relatively small sum compared to […]

Britons have been warned that a popular tourist destination in South America has become increasingly unsafe.According to new research, Ecuador has seen the largest decline worldwide in its Peace Index score since 2023.Ecuador is known for the Galápagos Islands, an archipelago described as the "living museum and showcase of evolution", according to the World Heritage Collection.A visitor to Tortuga Bay Beach, a Galápagos Islands visitor site, praised its "stunning diversity" […]

Cornwall is set to dazzle sunset enthusiasts this spring with its spectacular coastal views, according to new rankings.As the westernmost region of mainland Britain, Cornwall offers some of the most breathtaking sunset vistas in the UK.With the clocks springing forward on March 30, 2025, visitors can enjoy longer evenings to witness nature's daily spectacle. Travel experts at Parkdean Resorts have highlighted five best locations for sunset chasers this season.The county's […]

The face of travel could see a dramatic change as President Donald Trump calls for new restrictions.Trump's administration is currently considering sweeping travel restrictions affecting citizens from dozens of countries. This comes eight years after his first travel ban, comprising a series of executive actions beginning in January 2017 during his first administration.A US official, speaking on condition of anonymity, cautioned that the list could still change.Cuban citizens could see […]

British travellers in Cuba face disruption after a nationwide power outage struck the Caribbean country on Friday evening.The Foreign, Commonwealth and Development Office (FCDO) confirmed that Cuban authorities are working to restore electricity following the blackout on March 14.The power cut has affected the entire country, with potential impacts on essential services and infrastructure.In light of this, the FCDO issued specific advice for British holidaymakers in Cuba during the outage.Holidaymakers […]

A British man who moved from London to Spain has issued a stark warning to others considering the same path.Sharing his experiences on TikTok account "English John Costa Blanca", the Briton cautioned fellow Britons about the potential pitfalls of Spanish relocation.Spain remains one of the most popular destinations for sun-seeking Britons, famous for its sandy beaches and warm climate.But the content creator emphasised that alongside the "success stories" and "fantastic" […]