It’s not fare! Taking the train across Britain costs up to 239% more than FLYING, shock figures reveal, just as families prepare for the much-awaited Easter getaway Which? research said rail fares up to 239% higher for return compared to flying They say cheap flights promoted by government at odds with net zero pledges By … Read more
Pilot reveals how passenger aircraft toilets are emptied – and bizarrely why it’s a popular job with ground crew By Ted Thornhill, Mailonline Travel Editor Published: 14:27 BST, 24 March 2023 | Updated: 15:07 BST, 24 March 2023 It’s an urban myth that waste from passenger aircraft is released mid-flight. Veteran Air Canada Dreamliner captain … Read more
1 Hungarian Parliament Building, Hungary 7.34 out of 10 2 Disneyland Paris, France 7.17 3 The Blue Lagoon, Iceland 7.15 4 Plaza de Espana, Spain 7.13 5 Angkor Wat, Cambodia 7.04 6 St. Peter’s Basilica, Italy 7.03 7 El Ateneo Grand Splendid, Argentina 6.99 8 Acropolis of Athens, Greece 6.91 9 Museum of New Zealand, … Read more
Each year, Britons spend big bucks jetting off in search of glorious beaches on trips abroad, but is it really necessary? Many don’t realise that there are exotic beaches right on their doorstep, as this picture quiz reveals. Here we’ve blended gems of the British coast and stunning beach spots overseas. Scroll down to see … Read more
If you think the price of eating out in the UK is getting a little too expensive, one man has a possible answer to save some money. Content creator Ben Matthew Saunders revealed he wanted to try and get a ticket to Spain and eat a full English breakfast all for less than it would … Read more
Iconic images of the American West – from magnificent canyons to galloping wild horses Ernst Haas: The American West, written by Paul Lowe, showcases the work of late photographer Ernst Haas His images, captured in the mid-to-late 20th century, document U.S cultural and geographic landscapes The book ‘offers a vision of America that feels both … Read more
SWISH HUNTING LODGE Barnsdale Lodge, a former hunting lodge in Rutland with 46 rooms, reopens on March 1 after a swish makeover by new owners The Signet Collection. Doubles from £120 B&B (barnsdalelodge.co.uk). Barnsdale Lodge, a former hunting lodge in Rutland, reopens on March 1 after a swish makeover RELAX BY THE SEA Launching in … Read more
Airbnb bans one-night New Year’s Eve bookings across the world in bid to stop properties being used for ‘disruptive parties’ The anti-party restrictions are in effect in 11 countries, from the U.S to the UK The heightened rules are being rolled out following a successful trial last year Airbnb’s NYE defences have been activated over … Read more
Some of the hottest destinations for Britons for 2023 have been revealed, with the shortlist including Madeira, Melbourne, Jacksonville and Minneapolis. According to a study by a flight comparison website, Madeira and Melbourne are next year’s two ‘best-value destinations’ as return economy flights from the UK have dropped 22 per cent and 19 per cent … Read more
British Airways trials biometric tech at Heathrow that enables customers to travel through the airport ‘smartly’… without showing their passports Pre-flight, customers scan their face, passport and boarding pass on their device When they arrive at the airport, Smart Bio-Pod cameras verify their identity This means passports don’t need to be shown until the destination … Read more
Astonishing before and after photos of mushrooms taken on a long-haul flight highlight the dehydrating effects of air travel, with the fungi shrivelled on arrival (and they flew business class) The journey began in Stockholm, with the mushrooms looking fresh At the start of the journey the humidity level was a healthy 40 per cent … Read more
The darlings of Cypriot package holidays never fail to attract the hordes — think Paphos, Larnaca, Limassol and Ayia Napa. But head east to Protaras and it’s an entirely different story. Truly secret it is not — Fig Tree Bay, a golden beach with translucent waters sheltered by a rocky islet from seaborne gusts, features … Read more
The best-value 2022 long-haul winter sun destinations for Britons have been revealed in a new study – and it’s Hoi An in Vietnam that’s number one in the ranking. It’s here where their pound will stretch the furthest, followed by Cape Town in South Africa (second), Mombasa in Kenya (third), and Tokyo, Japan (fourth). Meanwhile, … Read more