Ibiza is famous for its legendary party scene, glamorous beach clubs and golden sandy beaches –…
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How to find the best TUI holiday for YOU: I’ve been a travel agent for 36 years. This is my definitive list – from kids’ clubs, the TRULY luxurious 5 star retreats and adults-only escapes
Booking a TUI holiday used to be straightforward: choose a destination, find a hotel with a…
The bizarre £507 million fake Venice has grand canals, gondolas and Renaissance paintings – but eerily empty streets
With winding canals, gondoliers in traditional Venetian dress and grand buildings lining the water, it could…
The ‘one-wing’ plane with no windows and bigger seats that could transform flying – and could even enter service by 2030
Futuristic one-wing planes featuring spacious interiors – and no windows – could enter service as early…
Expats are quitting Dubai and Spain, for a European nation where the cost of living is 35% less than the UK, visas are hassle free and tax rates are VERY attractive. Here’s all you need to know before moving and buying property
Move over Spain and Dubai. Portugal has quietly become the new destination of choice for Britons…
Love the Cotswolds? These beautiful French towns and villages offer the same charm – without the crowds
Gone are the days when you could stroll, uninterrupted, through the chocolate box villages of Bourton-on-the-Water…
Could AI replace the tour guide? I took these £429 smart glasses sightseeing in New York – with Judi Dench in my ear – to find out
‘Officially, there are 13,587 yellow cabs in New York,’ Dame Judi Dench tells me as I…
Queen Elizabeth’s in-flight requests revealed – from a favourite drink to her secret weapon to fight jet lag
A monarch jetting around the world might be expected to travel in style, with stellar service,…
Cruise lines are desperate to fill empty cabins this summer – here, our Holiday Guru advises on how to sail away with a last-minute bargain
The latest questions to our Holiday Guru look at the possibility of a last-gasp cruise and…
How to holiday in the luxurious Maldives for just £162 a day
It’s one of the most desirable holiday destinations, yet many believe it’s simply too expensive as…
Europe’s best islands, from Greek gems to quiet escapes in Croatia
Coconuts, palm trees, beach cocktails and endless sunshine – few things capture the feeling of a…
The amazing trips you should book to see next year’s eclipse
On Wednesday night, millions across Europe gazed up at the sky – wearing protective glasses or…
The dramatic 100-year evolution of cabin crew uniforms
Cabin crew uniforms have come a long way since the early days of flying – when…
Clacton-on-Sea: From favourite to one of the ‘worst’ seasides in UK
Boarded-up shops, desolate cafes and rundown B&Bs, the past 40 years have not been kind to…
Beware the holiday island trap! Save more than £130 on the mainland
Many holidaymakers dream of an island escape, hoping to find secluded beaches, authentic cuisine and beautiful…
Tourists’ towels seized as Croatia cracks down on beach ‘reservations’
Holidaymakers have had their towels seized from beaches in Croatia in a crackdown against overnight reservations…
These are the UK’s best Airbnbs you can book for under £150 a night
Airbnb has become a go-to for Britons planning getaways across the country, from cosy cottage escapes…
London hotels where you can stay next door to luxury for less
It’s no secret London hotels can be eye-wateringly expensive, with tiny rooms sometimes carrying price tags…
The pizza-loving Cotswolds pub that has its fancier rivals ‘Stumped’
The Hotel Inspector: He pays his way… and tells it like it isThere’s no winding drive,…
How Copenhagen became Europe’s elopement capital
Las Vegas has long been the world’s go-to when it comes to getting spliced in a hurry…