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The Mediterranean remains the most popular destination for UK & Ireland cruisers, as overall passenger numbers rise again

Cruise Lines International Association (CLIA) has today (April 22, 2026) revealed holidaymakers from the UK and Ireland took 2.54 million ocean cruises last year, surpassing the previous highest total of 2.4 million in 2024.

34.5% of passengers sailed in the Mediterranean, 27.2% Northern Europe and 13.7% the Caribbean. The Caribbean saw year-on-year passenger growth of 12%.

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From Hotels to Highways: Why More Travellers Are Choosing Motorhome Adventures

Modern travellers are no longer interested in traditional hotel stays. People are seeking greater flexibility, freedom and control over their journey, making motorhome adventures a booming alternative. Keep reading to understand this style of travel that allows families and individuals to shape their own experience, while redefining convenience and comfort on the road.

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Emerald Cruises reveals first look at new river ship

Emerald Cruises & Tours has shared a first look at its new river ship, Emerald Astra, ahead of its launch in May. The ship's design takes inspiration from Emerald's fleet of luxury yachts, including art installations in partnership with leading European galleries and collaborations with luxury design houses such as Missoni and Freifrau. Other firsts on Emerald Astra include complimentary...

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Safest Countries To Visit In 2026 For UK Travellers

With so much unsettling news around the world, it is completely understandable that many UK travellers are asking the same question: “Is it safe to go?”

The reassuring answer is that there are still plenty of destinations that combine low crime, political stability and excellent healthcare with the kind of scenery, culture and food your clients will love.

This guide pulls...

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Travel News: WeRoad Early Birds Sales News

WeRoad , the group tour company for solo travellers with a taste for adventure, has unveiled its Early Bird Promotion, offering discounts of up to £300 on selected trips booked by 2 February — from Summer escapes to off-the-beaten-track adventures.

Sale highlights include:

Bali 360°: Kuta, Ubud and Seminyak

Bali: between postcard-perfect rice terraces, water temples...

Celtic Cultural Motifs Appearing Across European Travel and Lifestyle Media

Visual echoes of the Celts show up with surprising regularity throughout European travel and lifestyle media. Flip through magazines or scroll online, and you’ll spot mists, aged stones, and those distinctive, knotted patterns crowding the frame.

The National Galleries of Scotland notes that these designs rarely play it straight with history; they form a sort of media shorthand, half...

What Travel Will Look Like in 2026: Connection, Growth, and Adventure

WeRoad is one of Europe’s fastest growing travel operators and is sharing the powerful shifts in traveller behaviour that they believe will shape travel trends in 2026:

Emerging Destinations & Evergreen Favourites

WeRoad has seen a 380 % year-on-year increase in bookings for Uzbekistan so far in 2025, and 350 % for Kyrgyzstan — and expect this momentum to carry strongly into 2026...

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The Growing Market for Custom Travel Merchandise

The travel industry is turning to customization, and custom merchandise has become part of the trip. Travellers these days want one-of-a-kind mementos to remember their adventures, not cookie-cutter goods they could pick up from any high street store. This demand surge opens up new avenues for hotels, gift shops, tour operators as well as...

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Best Restaurant in Europa Park: Top Dining Options to Try

Europa Park in Germany is not just a land of fantasy full of adrenaline highs and thrill-seeking adventurers, it also has an incredible selection of dining to suit everyone’stastes. Whether you’re in the mood for international fare that makes your mouth water or German favourites, there’s something here to suit every taste. No matter if you’re visiting with your family, friends or on a...

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Travel Counsellors expands into North America with acquisition of The Travel Agent Next Door, Canada’s leading travel agent community

Manchester based Travel Counsellors acquires Canada's The Travel Agent Next Door Transformational acquisition creates a leading technology enabled, premium international travel operator with sales of c.£1.5bn and adds 1,700 travel professionals to the enlarged business

Travel Counsellors , the fast-growing travel company backed by Vitruvian Partners, is delighted to announce it has agreed a...

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London to Amsterdam: A Laid-Back Weekend of Museums and Canal Walks

Amsterdam remains one of Europe’s most inviting weekend destinations, blending art, history, and effortless charm. Visitors are drawn to its elegant canals, world-renowned museums, and welcoming café terraces.

Getting there is part of the experience itself. Many travelers choose Amsterdam for a refreshing city break, where every detail feels easy and well-connected. Recently, we...

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