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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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Global Wellness Day 2023 #Dancemagenta Celebrations Planned at Chiva-Som Resorts

Global Wellness Day (GWD) 2023 will be celebrated through the medium of dance. Now in its 12th year, GWD encourages people to focus on their health, prioritising their wellbeing and self-care. On Saturday 10th June, Chiva-Som Hua Hin, Thailand and Zulal Wellness Resort by Chiva-Som, Qatar will share the joy of dance with guests, in celebration of the annual event. To demonstrate the positive...

Newmarket Holidays Launches Solo Traveller Collection

Newmarket Holidays has launched the Solo Traveller Collection, a new range of escorted group tours for guests holidaying on their own.

The collection features 25 short and long haul tours, with five that have been curated exclusively for solo travellers.

New solo-only options cover a variety of Newmarket Holidays’ most popular destinations including the Scottish Highlands (...

Amilla Maldives Becomes World's First Resort to offer DIY Micto-Weddings Venue

Responding to growing demand for 'micro-weddings' with few to no guests, Amilla Maldives Resort and Residences has created a ‘self-service’ wedding vows location where couples can share a hyper-private celebration without the assistance of a celebrant.

Believed to be a world first, the resort’s secret wedding venue can be found on a secluded beach, veiled by tropical foliage beside...

NH Hotel Group Opens New Property in Brazil

The NH Hotel Group, part of Minor Hotels, is delighted to announce the addition of its newly-built NH Feira de Santana property to its portfolio in Brazil, making it the first NH Hotel in the north east and the second in the country overall.

Known as the “Princess of the Sertão”, Feira de Santana in the state of Bahia boasts a privileged geographic position, which offers great...

The Sarojin, Khao Lak, Thailand unveils enticing summer holiday rates

Luxurious 56-roomed boutique residence, The Sarojin , has unveiled a summer rate of £145* per night , representing fantastic value for money for the five-star award-winning property. A seven-night stay at The Sarojin will cost a travelling duo approx. £1,015 (approx. £508 per person) this summer and so with great savings to be had, there has never been a better time to book an escape to Thai...

Here comes the SUN: RINGANA presents new summer products

Travel Products: Here comes the SUN: RINGANA presents new summer products

Even if the weather in May still doesn’t quite seem to know what it wants, the sun’s getting stronger all the time, increasingly priming us for the summer. So, naturally, we want to get out into nature! Whether it’s a leisurely stroll, a more demanding hike, or a long weekend at the seaside, there’s one...

World Nomads offers support and guidance to Brits following mass flooding in Italy

Floods in Italy: Support and guidance offered by global travel insurance company, World Nomads

World Nomads , the global travel insurance company, is offering support and guidance to Brits travelling to and around the northern Emilia-Romagna region of Italy following on from heavy rain resulting in mass flooding and landslides on 17 May.

It is estimated that some 37 towns...

Newmarket Holidays Reports Big Rise In Canada Bookings Following Broadcast Of Race Across The World

Newmarket Holidays has reported a 250% rise in bookings for Canada following the broadcast of Race Across The World , the award-winning TV series where couples competed to make it across the vast country without smartphones, credit cards and by organising their own transport.

For travellers who want to find their own wishlist adventure across the country, the escorted tour specialist...

Eva Air Wins 5-Star Skytrax Certification for Eighth Year in a Row

EVA Air , Taiwan’s leading independent airline, has once again earned SKYTRAX’s 5-Star Airline certification. Only 10 airlines in the world have been awarded 5-Star certifications and EVA Air is the only one in Taiwan to receive the distinction. It’s an honour that the airline has earned for eight consecutive years, starting in 2016. It again confirms the strength of EVA Air's service quality...

Visiting Lisbon in June? Enjoy a month of parties with Festas de Lisboa

Lisbon is gearing up to party the entire month of June with an exciting line up of cultural events that will attract visitors and locals to the historic quarters of the city.

The Festas de Lisboa (Lisbon Festivities) are a series of vibrant events which aim to preserve the traditions of the city and include street parties (locally referred to as arraiais ) with plentiful art and...

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