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Crete and Mallorca are top picks for this year’s August Bank Holiday getaway

Members of ABTA – The Travel Association are reporting that holidaymakers have been primarily booking Mediterranean beach breaks for this bank holiday weekend (28-30 August), with the vibrant island of Crete in Greece and the balmy island of Mallorca in Spain proving the most popular destinations.

These are followed closely by other Mediterranean hotspots of Croatia, Malta, Rhodes (...

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National dog day: Top tips for a dog-friendly holiday

Since the start of the pandemic, 3.2 million UK households have welcomed a new pet.

But now the UK has started to open up to travel again, many dog owners have been looking to take their new family member on their first holiday.

In fact, according to a recent study 'dog-friendly holiday homes accumulated over 131,000 searches between June 2020 and May 2021, almost double the...

Kay Ryan chief commercial officer at Loganair Travel

Travel News: Loganair Summer 2022 schedule sees the airline return to European skies

Loganair , the UK’s largest regional airline, has launched its Summer 2022 travel programme as it re-builds its schedule.

The schedule – which the airline described as “cautiously optimistic” - will see Loganair return to international flying next year for the first time since the start of the pandemic. It will introduce new routes to its domestic travel network and will offer a...

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Luxury travel: Vineyard tours ahead of harvest at Lympstone Manor

Lympstone Manor , the UK’s renowned luxury vineyard hotel has unveiled a new series of vineyard tours, welcoming guests to its idyllic location on the UNESCO World Heritage Site of the Jurassic Coast. Just two years ago, the team planted approximately 17,500 vines to produce high-quality sparkling wines using classic Champagne methods inspired by the outstanding quality of wines produced from...

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Travel news: Living abroad in a post-COVID world: 75% of expats are confident about continuing with their way of life

Confidence high for expats in regions where COVID-19 deaths have remained low

A survey by Aetna International of expats across multiple markets confirms that three quarters (75%) are set to continue living and working abroad despite the impact of COVID-19.

Out of the countries in which the research was carried out, it appeared that those where Covid-19 related death rates remained...

Surfing holiday Gili Lankanfushi The Maldives travel

Why Maldivian eco-resort Gili Lankanfushi is a surfer’s paradise this summer holidays

The waves that grace the sandy white shores of the Maldives' Northern Atolls which surround Gili Lankanfushi are arguably some of the world's purest which is why it is no surprise that this once well-kept secret is now an integral part of the international surf scene and home to countless professional contests. To compliment the tropical temperatures, optimum swell and low crowds experienced...

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Holiday activity ideas: Enjoy a Lazy Sunflower Afternoon in the South Lakes

If you are on holiday in the Lake District, we have a Enjoy a lazy sunflower afternoon at the Lakeland Maze Farm Park, near Kendal in the South Lakes, where you can partake in a pick-your-own-sunflower activity, choosing from a field boasting around 50,000 plants, set against the backdrop of the Lakeland fells and worthy of many camera clicks and sunflower selfies!

Sunflower picking...

Love Home Swap property travel news

Luxurious Budget-Friendly Holidays For Every Traveller

Keen to travel, but funds are tight? Ready to explore, but hesitant to stay in a crowded hotel? Want to take a trip, but dread lugging around the kid’s toys, car seats and pushchairs? Then home swapping could be the ideal solution – and award-winning, global home swapping platform Love Home Swap has the most stunning properties to help you create holiday memories without any fuss.

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Cruise organised trips travel news

Most cruise holiday guests opt for organised rather than independent stays either side of their sailing

Cruise specialist cruise.co.uk has reported a notable increase in the proportion of guests booking its tailor-made land tour packages pre- or post-sailing, versus those who book independent arrangements.

* Organised packages range from shorter trips, which take place over a day, to more immersive experiences that are on offer for a week or more. A schedule is made on behalf of...