A LONDON street once said to be the gateway to the city has revealed plans to regenerate the area. St John Street runs to Charterhouse Street in Isliington. 3 A historic area of London is getting a makeoverCredit: Islington Council 3 The road has been described as the “former gateway to London”Credit: Alamy It has … Read more
A CITY not far from the UK has been named a top destination to visit in 2025 – and there are big plans there for tourists. Cork made the top 25 destinations named by National Geographic as places to visit next year. 5 Cork has been named a trending destination – and has big plans … Read more
AN attraction just like one in New York could soon open in a major UK city. Birmingham could get it’s own High Line experience like the one in the US city. 4 An attraction like New York’s High Line could open in BirminghamCredit: Getty 4 The High Line opened in New York in 2009Credit: Getty … Read more
WHEN we packed up our lives in the UK for a new adventure in Thailand, we headed straight for the island paradise of Koh Samui with its endless white sands and captivating coastal charm. But as the initial excitement faded, we found ourselves restless. 4 The sacred Wat Phra That Doi Suthep temple is a … Read more
DUSSELDORF, like the rest of Germany, fell in love with the Tartan Army and Scotland during this year’s Euros. The national team may not have played a game in the city, but the reputation of our fans travelled all across the country, so much so, a petition was launched to try and make Germany v … Read more
WITHIN just one hour, I wake up in Rome, stroll through the streets of southern Spain, and whizz through Scandinavia on a rollercoaster. There are still 15 more countries to see before the day is through. 4 Matterhorn Blitz mountain ride is a wild mouse ride with sharp turns and quick drops in a Swiss … Read more
A CITY in France has been named as an amazing holiday alternative to avoid the huge crowds. Reims, in the northeastern part of France, is just two hours from Paris. 6 The city of Reims has been named an alternative holiday destination for 2025Credit: Alamy 6 It is just an hour from Paris so its … Read more
GETTING away for a break is a real luxury. And now two hotels in Scotland have been named as some of the best in the world for travellers looking for lux. 4 The Galgorm hosted the awards 4 One of the winners was The George This year’s World Luxury Hotel Awards were held at the weekend … Read more
IF you fancy enjoying rolling hills in the Italian countryside, while being only half an hour’s train ride from Rome, Castelli Romani is just the ticket. It comprises a collection of small towns perched around the crater of an ancient volcano, each offering spectacular views of two pristine lakes. 6 The town of Castelli Romani … Read more
A BRIT holidaymaker who booked a budget break in Valencia was left in fits of giggles, when she discovered her hotel room resembled a 13-year-old boy’s bedroom. Martha Mills paid £115 for two nights as part of a special deal for the ‘interior facing single room,’ at Casual Vintage hotel in the Spanish city. 7 Martha … Read more
