IT’S a crisp and sunny morning – the perfect climate for gliding along London’s waterways. As we steam beneath Tower Bridge, motorists and tourists wave down and smile, with any annoyance at their journey being held up having melted away. 4 Built in 1946, the steamer spent the first 27 years of her life running … Read more
Britons staying in hotels have been urged to check if their mirror is functioning both ways before settling in. Although two-way mirrors are very rare, some social media users have shared stories of finding one in their hotel, B&B or holiday let. A mirror expert has shared how holidaymakers can test if their mirror is … Read more
A TOURIST attraction in a popular European capital has opened after years spent constructing it. The €7million (£5.9m) project was finally completed in Lisbon earlier this week, providing tourists and locals with an exciting new way to take in some of the city’s best views. 3 The funicular overlooks the city of Lisbon and has … Read more
The cost of a day out in the UK has “risen by astronomical amounts” according to new research by the team at Which?. The consumer experts looked at the cost of attractions compared to when the magazine first launched 50 years ago. In 1974, Britons could enjoy a visit to the Tower of London for … Read more
A SMALL village in the UK has “stolen the hearts” of visitors who say that it is every bit as pretty as its nearby neighbours that seem to get all of the limelight. There are many unsung seaside destinations along the UK coastline, with one in Wales overshadowed by its more famous neighbours. 4 The … Read more
AN airline has been forced to cancel even more flights just days after 1,000 were cancelled. Strike action across Germany has resulted in huge flight cancellations, just one of many walkouts in recent months. 3 More flights have been cancelled today with passengers told to avoid the airportsCredit: Reuters 3 It is the third day … Read more
Have you ever had a holiday ruined by another tourist? According to research from Ocean Florida, one in five people have had a falling out on holiday. The team asked 2,000 holidaymakers for their biggest travel red flag to find out which behaviour is the most irritating. According to the research, being rude to staff … Read more
The travel tour operator Ski Vertigo has shared the parts of a plane that tourists should never touch if they want to avoid catching any illnesses. No tourist enjoys feeling unwell on the precious days they are away from home. However, with over a billion tourists travelling on planes each year, it is easy for … Read more
BRIT holidaymakers have been warned they could up to 10 years in prison for carrying a seemingly innocent holiday essential. If you are caught with 120 playing cards in Thailand, authorities have the power to throw the book at you. 2 Thailand’s ‘Playing Cards Act’ dates back as far as 1935Credit: Alamy 2 The country … Read more
PASSENGERS are being stung by new and increased luggage charges, with a number of airlines ramping up costs. Air Malta has scrapped it’s free 10kg luggage allowance, while Finnair ditched it’s free suitcases in their basic ticket fares last year. 2 Passengers are being stung by new and increases luggage feesCredit: Getty And US airlines … Read more
