Alert issued to anyone going to Portugal, Italy and Cyprus | Travel News | Travel

Alert issued to anyone going to Portugal, Italy and Cyprus | Travel News | Travel

It seems that there is no better time to start booking your holiday breaks than now, as a new analysis by Which? Travel has discovered that package holiday prices for the summer are on the rise. Which? Travel analysed over 8,000 holiday prices and the prices for the warm holiday season, and according to their … Read more

One of Europe’s most affordable holiday hotspots is pricier this year… but a Spanish island is now cheaper

One of Europe’s most affordable holiday hotspots is pricier this year… but a Spanish island is now cheaper

HOLIDAY packages to Bulgaria have seen a huge jump in price compared to last year – despite it often being one of the cheapest European destinations. A recent study by Which? analysed 8,000 package holidays across Europe, with an August departure for a seven-night trip with return flights when travelling with Jet2 or TUI. 3 … Read more

Travel experts reveal Europe’s best supermarkets… and the unique products you can pick up on holiday, from ‘authentic’ piri-piri seasoning to no-garlic pesto

Travel experts reveal Europe’s best supermarkets… and the unique products you can pick up on holiday, from ‘authentic’ piri-piri seasoning to no-garlic pesto

Tasting the local cuisine is usually a holiday highlight.   But gourmet restaurant prices aren’t.  However, there’s always the joy of exploring a foreign supermarket.  Whether you want to eat an authentic meal without breaking the bank or find a quirky souvenir for a family member, the local supermarket probably has exactly what you’re looking for.  … Read more

Five of the most affordable beach resorts in Europe this summer with cheap hotels and deals under £390 each

Five of the most affordable beach resorts in Europe this summer with cheap hotels and deals under £390 each

WE all want a hot sunny holiday abroad, but finding one that won’t cost a fortune (especially in this climate) can be difficult. So we’ve done the hard work for you, and found not only the best places in Europe where you will find a number of cheap deals, but you can also easily head … Read more

Six alternative Med holidays for 2025 with quieter beaches, cheaper food and affordable deals

Six alternative Med holidays for 2025 with quieter beaches, cheaper food and affordable deals

LOOKING to book your summer break? Why not try somewhere new? We have compared some traditional holiday favourites and come up with a few suggestions of sizzling new hotspots that offer the same vibe — and a little bit more. Lisa Minot recommends some fabulous Med holiday alternatives. DONE RHODES… TRY MALTA 6 Malta is bathed … Read more

The exotic island paradise 4 hours from the UK where dolphins frolic in January | Travel News | Travel

The exotic island paradise 4 hours from the UK where dolphins frolic in January | Travel News | Travel

Escape the January chill and head to Madeira for a slice of Portuguese paradise that promises to banish those winter blues. This affordable holiday haven boasts balmy temperatures between 16°C and 20°C even in the depths of winter, offering sun-seekers crystal clear waters and an array of activities. Positioned off Africa’s northwest coast, Madeira enjoys … Read more

Portugal’s best hidden gems revealed by travel experts – from beaches with ‘soft golden sand’ to a village that’s ‘unreal’ and a hamlet where houses ‘grow out of boulders’

Portugal’s best hidden gems revealed by travel experts – from beaches with ‘soft golden sand’ to a village that’s ‘unreal’ and a hamlet where houses ‘grow out of boulders’

By ESTHER MARSHALL Published: 07:49 GMT, 5 January 2025 | Updated: 07:50 GMT, 5 January 2025 Dreaming of a Portuguese adventure but keen on avoiding tourist hordes? Read on. Here we unveil eight hidden gems far from the madding crowd that will wow, mesmerise and fascinate. Courtesy of travel experts from HomeToGo, Cinders Travels and … Read more

Keir Starmer, Voted Most Unpopular PM in Modern History, Slammed for Queue Jumping in Portugal

Keir Starmer, Voted Most Unpopular PM in Modern History, Slammed for Queue Jumping in Portugal

Sir Keir Starmer has apparently continued his quest to be the most unpopular man in Britain by breaking one of the nation’s most sacred cultural practices: queuing. While on holiday in Madeira, Portugal, the prime minister and his family wanted to have a ride on the popular Monte Sledges, toboggans locally made from wicker and … Read more

Trump spurs red tape bonfire for EU finance rules. Just don’t call it deregulation. – POLITICO

Trump spurs red tape bonfire for EU finance rules. Just don’t call it deregulation. – POLITICO

“Recent moves to delay and dilute vital regulatory protections reflect a worrying trend where ‘competitiveness’ is repeatedly used as a pretext to weaken essential safeguards against financial risks,” he said. Now, with Donald Trump returning to the White House in a matter of weeks, the future of the rules looks uncertain — which creates a … Read more

Tiny abandoned island in Portugal set to be transformed into new huge theme park

Tiny abandoned island in Portugal set to be transformed into new huge theme park

BOEGA Island in Portugal will be transformed into a tourist attraction with a steampunk-themed ship and rollercoasters. Located on the Minho River, along the Portuguese-Spanish border, Boega Island has been unoccupied for several years. 5 Abandoned Boega Island in Portugal could soon be home to a new theme parkCredit: Storyland Studios 5 Porto Boega is … Read more