The most extraordinary new hotels opening in 2021
Hotel expert Ianthe Butt picks the best spots to check out in the coming year from The Independent https://ift.tt/3o8Lvtu
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New image of London Resort released as it claims it will generate £50billion for the UK in 25 years
The London Resort, which will be based in Kent on the Swanscombe Peninsula, is set to open in 2024. Its developers have now submitted a planning application for Government approval. from Travel News | Top Europe Destinations & Holiday Ideas | Mail Online https://ift.tt/2KQI5xd
Should I book my 2021 holiday now, and are there good deals? OLD
A week in Florida over the May half-term is available for just £501 per person from The Independent https://ift.tt/2HZHbx8
Coronavirus: Should I book my 2021 holiday now and are there good deals? OLD
If you can find a bargain flight, package holiday or cruise at a peak time, right now may be an excellent time to book from The Independent https://ift.tt/2wR7sYS
Fears grow for whale’s life as drone footage reveals animal trapped in nets desperately trying to break free
‘Despite Japan being a whaling nation, it’s unjustifiable by anyone’s standards to make an animal suffer in such a cruel manner,’ says activist from The Independent https://ift.tt/3pDci1p
Should I book a 2021 holiday now?
Prices are likely to be significantly higher than in 2019, the last ‘normal’ year from The Independent https://ift.tt/382zeBl
The wacky and wonderful castles of America
Europe is the birthplace of the castle but you can get your fairytale fix in the U.S. too. MailOnline Travel has scoured America for some of the country's most spectacular medieval-inspired structures, from Travel News | Top Europe Destinations & Holiday Ideas | Mail Online https://ift.tt/3n2Rsa3
Government refuses to answer questions about ‘Brexit Air’ flight
Four-engined jet is believed to have made a 21-mile hop across London from The Independent https://ift.tt/3aYqhLs
Passenger runs from airport after TSA finds loaded gun in his carry on
The man left behind three forms of ID in the process from The Independent https://ift.tt/38QkmW0
We need to move on – to the sunlit uplands of Europe
The Man Who Pays His Way : Make plans for these six spectacular locations from The Independent https://ift.tt/3rJbeLi
Why the cost of holiday insurance could soon go sky high
Travellers are being encouraged to buy their annual travel insurance policies before the year ends to avoid post-Brexit and Covid-19 related price increases. from Travel News | Top Europe Destinations & Holiday Ideas | Mail Online https://ift.tt/3n38OU8
Government gives three conflicting versions of passport rule for post-Brexit travellers to Europe
Exclusive : Home Office versions of validity regulations are at odds with Europe from The Independent https://ift.tt/3o4EolN
The incredible story of the cyclist who bought a Giant bike in China then rode it home to Newcastle
Here cyclist Josh Reid, 23, recounts the incredible tale of his epic four-month bike ride across China and through countries including Kyrgyzstan, Uzbekistan, Turkey and Serbia. from Travel News | Top Europe Destinations & Holiday Ideas | Mail Online https://ift.tt/3pw0LRw
Government gives three conflicting versions of passport rule for post-Brexit travellers to Europe
Exclusive : Home Office versions of validity regulations are at odds with Europe from The Independent https://ift.tt/3o4EolN
Dungeness: Walking in ‘Britain’s only desert’
Charlie Thomas goes on a very socially distanced walk in Kent from The Independent https://ift.tt/3aRvUec
Daredevils and adventurers reveal how they cope with danger - and lockdown
We asked the likes of former SAS captain Neil Laughton, extreme explorer Vanessa O'Brien and American base-jumper Jeb Corliss to reveal how they cope with life in the danger zone. from Travel News | Top Europe Destinations & Holiday Ideas | Mail Online https://ift.tt/2Lbxay8
People share the extraordinary things they have at home
Social media users from around the world have revealed the 'one thing in the house that everybody thinks is so cool' as part of a popular TikTok trend. from Travel News | Top Europe Destinations & Holiday Ideas | Mail Online https://ift.tt/3ht3pEU
Amazon rainforest will die by 2064, scientist predicts
The Amazon rainforest stands on the verge of a 'tipping point' as a consequence of human-caused disturbances, 'for which we are all responsible', a University of Florida expert warns. from Travel News | Top Europe Destinations & Holiday Ideas | Mail Online https://ift.tt/3pFFgxT
In trouble abroad? What the Foreign Office will, and won’t, do for you
Besides the FCDO, several excellent UK organisations will help British travellers from The Independent https://ift.tt/3rCMmVv
UK traveller turned away from Mallorca due to new Covid travel restrictions
The man was on his way to visit friends from The Independent https://ift.tt/3ocCyPO
Can I travel between tiers 1, 2, 3 and 4? Rules and restrictions explained
There are different rules depending on which tier you’re normally resident in from The Independent https://ift.tt/2WP3UzP
Thailand bans inflight eating and drinking on domestic flights
Airlines will be prohibited from handing out newspapers and magazines from The Independent https://ift.tt/34R2gSs
Photographer Tamas Rizsavi's stunning pictures of trains in epic European landscapes
Tamás Rizsavi, 29, from Hungary, who works as a locomotive engineer, has snapped stunning photos of trains in jaw-dropping landscapes in countries such as Austria, Switzerland and Italy. from Travel News | Top Europe Destinations & Holiday Ideas | Mail Online https://ift.tt/2WS5zEr
Intercontinental travel ambitions have now been put on hold
Plane Talk: Until the coronavirus pandemic, airlines and passengers alike had taken global connectivity for granted from The Independent https://ift.tt/2KChDYf
The best sustainable breaks to book in 2021
From off-grid eco lodges to slow travel itineraries, Helen Coffey picks some of the best holidays with a green twist from The Independent https://ift.tt/2KDgtM8
Irish Sea border: what will change between Great Britain and Northern Ireland after Brexit transition phase?
New rules will be imposed for travellers from England, Wales and Scotland from The Independent https://ift.tt/2KLwT4P
Temples of swoon: The stunning cliffside monasteries that look like sets from Indiana Jones movies
If you want 2021 to have that Indiana Jones feel to it, here are a couple of sights to put on your bucket list - St George's Monastery near Jerusalem and the Monastery of the Temptation near Jericho. from Travel News | Top Europe Destinations & Holiday Ideas | Mail Online https://ift.tt/34U0PCJ
Everything we know about the new health insurance card after Brexit transition
Treatment for British travellers to the European Union will continue from The Independent https://ift.tt/3rDGGuA
Boeing 737 Max to make its first US flight for almost two years
The aircraft will be operating the Miami to New York route from The Independent https://ift.tt/3pyl7cQ
Pilots operate 9-hour flight to nowhere after windshield cracks
The aircraft was closer to the Canary Islands and the Azores from The Independent https://ift.tt/38PfT62
Coronavirus has set aviation back to 1999, leading data analysts say
The seven top city pairs in 2020 were all domestic flights in Asia from The Independent https://ift.tt/3mWi0dg
The bath is the star in these amazing hotels around the world, from South Africa to Tokyo
Dip into our guide to the world's most terrific hotel tubs and their glorious views, from the dizzying heights of Tokyo to the African savannah. Some are so special you'll want to soak in them all day... from Travel News | Top Europe Destinations & Holiday Ideas | Mail Online https://ift.tt/3rAyafK
Ryanair ‘jab and go’ advert sparks controversy
The advert made its debut on Boxing Day while much of the UK were banned from travel from The Independent https://ift.tt/3aPBmOF
Ryanair angers customers with ‘last chance’ Christmas flight sale as countries shut their borders to UK
‘What planet are they on?’ says customer from The Independent https://ift.tt/3pr83WA
Architects complete two-month stay in a collapsible Moon shelter
Sebastian Aristotelis and Karl-Johan Sørensen camped out in the 'Lunark' shelter, amid -28°F (-16°C) conditions on the island's north without any access to smartphones or the internet. from Travel News | Top Europe Destinations & Holiday Ideas | Mail Online https://ift.tt/3nVnkPb
21 years of airline passenger growth wiped out by Covid travel restrictions
From January to December airlines operated 49 per cent fewer flights in 2020 compared to 2019 - down from 33.2million flights to just 16.8million (to December 20). from Travel News | Top Europe Destinations & Holiday Ideas | Mail Online https://ift.tt/3mVcnvN
Best of the UK for 2021: Where to go, when and why
Qin Xie looks for inspiration around the UK in the year ahead from The Independent https://ift.tt/3pw10fA
Will we ring in the new year in Tenerife as planned?
Simon Calder answers your questions on changing restrictions, the fate of the EHIC and how duty-free allowances are about to change from The Independent https://ift.tt/34RfSgz
The recovery for travel starts here, with rewards for those who make the first move
The industry of human happiness has never felt more miserable but 2021 promises much for the tourist, from cheap sunshine to high culture, reports Simon Calder from The Independent https://ift.tt/34QWpfS
Government warns against using Ulster loophole to dodge customs limits
Exclusive: Northern Ireland will have no limits on what travellers can bring in from Europe – but goods must not be taken into Great Britain from The Independent https://ift.tt/2WT1vUt
Inside Chernobyl: Fascinating book documents adventurer's exploration of the Exclusion Zone
In Chernobyl: A Stalkers' Guide, published by Fuel, researcher Darmon Richter journeys into the contemporary Exclusion Zone, 'venturing deeper than any previously published account'. from Travel News | Top Europe Destinations & Holiday Ideas | Mail Online https://ift.tt/3o1k2du
Amazing underwater hotel rooms, restaurants and spas, from Dubai to the Maldives
Some may dream of faraway beaches, others of jungles in exotic lands - but how about a holiday in the company of fish? We take a look at some of the world's best underwater getaways. from Travel News | Top Europe Destinations & Holiday Ideas | Mail Online https://ift.tt/3hlxZAp
Exclusive for Mail on Sunday readers: See Holland in bloom with TV's Adam Frost
We are delighted to bring you another chance to see Holland's famous bulb fields burst into bloom next Easter, as they cover the countryside in bright reds, oranges, pinks and yellows. from Travel News | Top Europe Destinations & Holiday Ideas | Mail Online https://ift.tt/38BZzp6
Michael Gove warns British firms and holidaymakers to have right paperwork in place ahead of Brexit
The Cabinet Office minister told businessmen and holidaymakers to take out travel insurance, ensure their passport is valid and check if their mobile phone provider will impose roaming charges. from Travel News | Top Europe Destinations & Holiday Ideas | Mail Online https://ift.tt/3mZCmlW
ROBERT HARDMAN: On the slippery slope at Covid Ground Zero
ROBERT HARDMAN: I am in Ischgl, the Austrian ski resort famous for the most boisterous apres-ski party scene in the Alps. For now, though, the place is virtually empty. from Travel News | Top Europe Destinations & Holiday Ideas | Mail Online https://ift.tt/3pt12F2
Rail chaos on line linking London with Gatwick and Brighton amid electrical failure
Travellers on the East Coast and West main lines, and in Somerset and Devon, also face disruption from The Independent https://ift.tt/2JmWnVw
Holidays will be much more expensive in 2021. Here’s why
‘These are mid-market prices for bargain-basement holidays’ from The Independent https://ift.tt/34QlebT
A poetic odyssey around Byron's Britain: Places to visit that are connected to the romantic poet
Although Byron travelled throughout Europe and died in his early 30s in Greece, his story can be pieced together in Britain. Our tour includes Newstead Abbey and Hughenden Manor. from Travel News | Top Europe Destinations & Holiday Ideas | Mail Online https://ift.tt/3rxBzMb
Inside Fowey Hall, a hotel housed in a Victorian mansion that was the inspiration for Toad Hall
The Mail on Sunday's Vicki Reeve checks into Fowey Hall, which sits above the Fowey estuary on the Cornish Riviera and has 'stunning vistas'. Vicki also loves the hotel's 'homely atmosphere'. from Travel News | Top Europe Destinations & Holiday Ideas | Mail Online https://ift.tt/2KHw2Cd
The UK's favourite walks to blow away the cobwebs from Buttermere to the Fife Coastal Path
The 4.5-mile lakeside walk in Cumbria received a walk score of 88 per cent. It was awarded five stars for scenery, thanks to its combination of a rippling silver lake next to dramatic mountains. from Travel News | Top Europe Destinations & Holiday Ideas | Mail Online https://ift.tt/2KDy0Uf
Why NOW is the time for bagging holiday bargains, from Calgary to the Caribbean
Every week our Holiday Hero takes an in-depth look at a brilliant holiday topic, doing all the legwork so you don't have to. This week: why the end of the year is a great time to book a holiday. from Travel News | Top Europe Destinations & Holiday Ideas | Mail Online https://ift.tt/3aJiQay
Eight lesser-known ski resorts to book for half term and Easter 2021
Avoid the crowds at these small-scale ski destinations that still pack a punch from The Independent https://ift.tt/2WK4iiW
The Holiday Guru answers questions from British travellers about the tiers and the Brexit trade deal
The Holiday Guru is always on hand to answer your questions. This week he looks at how Brexit will affect European holidays, whether you can travel to Barbados if you live in a tier four area, and more... from Travel News | Top Europe Destinations & Holiday Ideas | Mail Online https://ift.tt/3ru3NHR
Sunbathers get a soaking when huge wave engulfs the bow of their $306k yacht off Miami
It was all going well for a group of holidaymakers who had taken their luxury yacht worth $306,000 (£225,000) into the waters off the coast of Miami - until a huge wave engulfed the bow of their vessel. from Travel News | Top Europe Destinations & Holiday Ideas | Mail Online https://ift.tt/38Av3vt
A food and drink tour of Cleethorpes, from the world's smallest pub to cutting-edge cooking
The Daily Mail's Rob Crossan discovers that in Cleethorpes, the customary and the cutting edge are rubbing along nicely together. Pictured is the town's Signal Box Inn - the world's tiniest boozer. from Travel News | Top Europe Destinations & Holiday Ideas | Mail Online https://ift.tt/2KA1hiw
Selina Scott describes the joys of walking in the Yorkshire Dales and a scary helicopter flight
TV presenter Selina Scott checks into our travel Q&A and talks walks, pubs, hotels, Fiji, scary flights, mare's milk and how a cosy cashmere wrap is the one travel item she can't do without. from Travel News | Top Europe Destinations & Holiday Ideas | Mail Online https://ift.tt/2Joj6AI
Let novelist Carol Drinkwater transport you to the Cote d'Azur in this festive evocation
'To say I love the Christmas season at our home in the South of France is an understatement,' says Carol. Here she reveals the delights of the festive French Riviera. from Travel News | Top Europe Destinations & Holiday Ideas | Mail Online https://ift.tt/3hmWA7Y
So will we escape the gloom? We ask travel experts to share their hopes and fears for 2021
How long will it take before we'll be able to whizz around the globe like in the good old days? No one knows for sure, but these insiders are good people to ask... from Travel News | Top Europe Destinations & Holiday Ideas | Mail Online https://ift.tt/2KFniwm
No wonder they call it God's Own Country: Stunning pictures of Yorkshire by amateur Alec Scott
Yorkshireman Alec Scott took up photography so his care-home-bound sister, who had motor neurone disease, could explore the landscape through his images. He clearly has a knack for it... from Travel News | Top Europe Destinations & Holiday Ideas | Mail Online https://ift.tt/3pqyThU
Incredible vintage images show life in the British Isles in the 50s and 60s
The pictures were snapped by photographer Allan Hailstone, originally from Coventry, who travelled extensively across the home nations, meticulously documenting his trips. from Travel News | Top Europe Destinations & Holiday Ideas | Mail Online https://ift.tt/37Lsx6u
Montenegro Airlines closes down after chronic financial losses
The airline flew fewer passengers in a year than Ryanair managed in two days from The Independent https://ift.tt/3rvxNmM
How to future-proof your holiday for 2021
Booking a trip can feel like a risky business during a pandemic – here’s how to protect your money from The Independent https://ift.tt/3hhbHzJ
Britain's classic theme park attractions, from a 1920s big dipper to Alton Towers' iconic Corkscrew
We take you back to pre-WWI Blackpool Pleasure Beach and its Captive Flying Machines - and then through the decades via log flumes and classic coasters. from Travel News | Top Europe Destinations & Holiday Ideas | Mail Online https://ift.tt/3mOwX0S
Which countries have banned UK travellers? Full list
New strain of coronavirus prompts international travel bans from The Independent https://ift.tt/3aJ6JdE
More ‘Lonely this Christmas’ than ‘I’ll be home for Christmas’ on roads this festive season, says AA president
Try to imagine a Christmas all alone: the message from governments this festive season from The Independent https://ift.tt/2WGvajA
Pilot blamed for first local Covid case in Taiwan since April is fired from his job
He is said to have infected three others, including two colleagues from The Independent https://ift.tt/2JfZO0b
Tier 4 travel rules: Can I still go on holiday and see family at Christmas?
Heathrow and Luton airports are in Tier 4, Gatwick and Stansted are just outside and in Tier 2 from The Independent https://ift.tt/2M1n9DT
Travellers from UK to New York face two week police-enforced self-isolation
City mayor warns arrivals from Britain who break quarantine face fines of $1,000 per day from The Independent https://ift.tt/37QdFEd
The 25 most mesmerising aurora images of 2020 revealed from Michigan to Antarctica
The incredible images, snapped across the world, have been selected to be part of the Northern Lights Photographer of the Year collection - curated by travel and photography blog Capture the Atlas. from Travel News | Top Europe Destinations & Holiday Ideas | Mail Online https://ift.tt/3rsl04z
Tear-jerking story behind photo of two penguins embracing while watching Melbourne's skyline
Tobias Baumgaertner's incredible photo was chosen over shots including mighty polar bears clambering over a snowy landscape, and fish swimming through reefs. from Travel News | Top Europe Destinations & Holiday Ideas | Mail Online https://ift.tt/2Ko6iLi
Airbus reveals radical design for detachable hydrogen fuel cell wing pods
The initial design hopes to make each pod detachable and able to be clipped on and off after a flight for easy access to speed up any maintenance that may be required. from Travel News | Top Europe Destinations & Holiday Ideas | Mail Online https://ift.tt/3hbwaG9
Hitchhiking can set you free, even in a pandemic
The Man Who Pays His Way: Freedom to travel, part 2 from The Independent https://ift.tt/3pi4CBC
Ryanair to cancel most UK-Europe flights up to 3 January
Passengers booked on grounded departures are entitled to refunds – of both legs, if only one flight is cancelled from The Independent https://ift.tt/3ryXGlI
Heathrow boss pleads with Boris Johnson to begin pre-departure tests for travellers
Airport chief executive John Holland-Kaye says ‘international travel has effectively been stopped’ from The Independent https://ift.tt/2M7af7D
Germans airlifting food to Yorkshire due to Channel blockage
Lufthansa jet loaded with lettuce, cauliflower, broccoli and citrus fruit for Aldi, the Co-op, Sainsbury’s and Tesco from The Independent https://ift.tt/34Em1wu
Calls for Northern Ireland airport to close due to coronavirus fears
Exclusive: ‘People who want travel to Europe… are flying into the north, going to Dublin airport and travelling to their holiday homes in France and Spain’ from The Independent https://ift.tt/37GGl26
Pilot ‘draws’ Pac-Man and ghost in the sky over Britain
The shapes were made over Lincolnshire from The Independent https://ift.tt/3mFayTr
Laurie Lee Wildlife Way: A Cotswold walk that blends nature and poetry
Ben Lerwill traces the Slad Valley trail that pays tribute to a much-loved poet from The Independent https://ift.tt/2JhI5pi
Unknown object comes within 20ft of aircraft in near-miss
The object could have been a drone or a helium balloon from The Independent https://ift.tt/34FLaa3
Eurostar passengers told they must have PCR Covid test despite France accepting other options
Eurostar says: ‘You will not be allowed to travel if you do not have a negative PCR Covid test result’ – but the French disagree from The Independent https://ift.tt/2WGE6FW
The most 'exceptional hotels' for 2021 revealed by Condé Nast Traveller, from Beverly Hills to Bali
Condé Nast Traveller's Gold List 2021 rounds up classic hotels from around the world and 'provides inspiration and authoritative critiques for discerning travellers on where to stay'. from Travel News | Top Europe Destinations & Holiday Ideas | Mail Online https://ift.tt/3nLl0Ku
Wales braces for new gold rush as £700million seam of the precious metal is discovered in Snowdonia
Welsh miners are celebrating after discovering a seam of gold in the Clogau-St David mine in Snowdonia, Wales that could produce 500,000 ounces - worth around £700 million. from Travel News | Top Europe Destinations & Holiday Ideas | Mail Online https://ift.tt/2KMtAu7
Ehic: Millions of UK residents will keep reciprocal health care after Brexit – but only EU citizens - OLD
Exclusive: British travellers look set to lose their right to free medical treatment in Europe after nearly 50 years from The Independent https://ift.tt/36ue7XR
Ehic: Millions of UK residents will keep reciprocal health care after Brexit – but only EU citizens
Exclusive: British travellers look set to lose their right to free medical treatment in Europe after nearly 50 years from The Independent https://ift.tt/3nJ54Zk
UK travel ban: Full list of countries not allowing travel from the UK
New strain of coronavirus prompts international travel bans from The Independent https://ift.tt/3h87oXm
‘This is not a Max’: the sales pitch to passengers from new airline
The Boeing 737 operated by OWG of Canada first flew in 1990 from The Independent https://ift.tt/2Kjvgvf
20 Pledges for 2020: What going flight-free during a pandemic taught me
After a year in which nearly all of us stayed grounded, Helen Coffey reflects on what she’s learnt from her 2020 New Year’s resolution from The Independent https://ift.tt/2WGDEHq
Alaska Airlines accused of ‘violating’ two Muslim men’s civil rights
The men said they were made a spectacle of from The Independent https://ift.tt/37Gwyt6
Soundwalking: The joys of combining strolling and listening
The practice of tuning into the soundscape around you is balm for the soul, finds April Clare Welsh from The Independent https://ift.tt/3hdt0BM
Priti Patel makes bizarre claim on pre-travel testing
Ministers have long said there is no value in testing before departure from The Independent https://ift.tt/3haNo6z
Two passengers and their dog force open plane door and use emergency slide to exit flight
‘This doesn’t happen every day at the airport,’ says port authority from The Independent https://ift.tt/2WzggvC
What are my rights to a refund if my flight or train is cancelled due to Covid?
If your flight is cancelled due to a ban on UK arrivals, you are entitled to a full refund within a week from The Independent https://ift.tt/3h8asm8
Chefs including Jason Atherton and Raymond Blanc reveal where they like to go on holiday in the UK
Where do top chefs such as Marcus Wareing and Raymond Blanc go to recharge their batteries and be sure of an excellent meal? We asked the stars to reveal their secret getaways... from Travel News | Top Europe Destinations & Holiday Ideas | Mail Online https://ift.tt/2WyZZa9
Which countries have banned travel from the UK? Full list
New strain of coronavirus prompts international travel bans from The Independent https://ift.tt/2WEexFw
Can I travel between tiers 1, 2, 3 and 4? Rules and restrictions explained
There are different rules depending on which tier you’re normally resident in from The Independent https://ift.tt/2WP3UzP
Belgian travel rules point way to re-opening travel from UK – with heavy restrictions
Travellers from the UK to Belgium will be required to produce a negative Covid-19 test and self-isolate for a week from The Independent https://ift.tt/37C2XAR
Musician Gary Numan checks into our travel Q&A
This week musician Gary Numan checks into our travel Q&A. He talks about his earliest holiday memory, his dream destination, why he moved to the U.S - and more. from Travel News | Top Europe Destinations & Holiday Ideas | Mail Online https://ift.tt/3pbnIcH
As the EHIC scheme ends, we reveal the level of cover you'll need when heading to Europe
One of the most drastic changes for holidaymakers is the removal of the EHIC, which currently gives travellers the right to state-provided healthcare during a stay in another EU country. from Travel News | Top Europe Destinations & Holiday Ideas | Mail Online https://ift.tt/3pd37Vb
Your right to a refund when you can’t travel because of coronavirus restrictions
If your flight is cancelled due to a ban on UK arrivals, you are entitled to a full refund within a week from The Independent https://ift.tt/37IrCE9
Canary Islands holidays: What are the latest travel rules and do you need a Covid test?
The Canary Islands have been struck off the UK’s travel corridors list from The Independent https://ift.tt/35rV66x
History: Iron Age village in Essex may have been burnt down by the Romans after the Boudiccan revolt
Experts from Oxford Archaeology East have revealed at least 17 roundhouses within a large defensive enclosure at Tye Green, Cressing, in the district of Braintree. from Travel News | Top Europe Destinations & Holiday Ideas | Mail Online https://ift.tt/3axnrNe
Lastminute.com, Teletext Holidays and Ryanair among the worst for refunds, BA, Jet2, Airbnb the best
A major survey asked UK travellers who had bookings cancelled by firms whether or not they had been reimbursed in order to produce a list of the best and worst companies for refunds. from Travel News | Top Europe Destinations & Holiday Ideas | Mail Online https://ift.tt/3rkEgk6
New travel rules: Can I move between tiers 1, 2, 3 and 4?
There are different rules depending on which tier you’re normally resident in from The Independent https://ift.tt/34xScgS
10 of London’s best long walks to try this Christmas
Abigail Blasi picks the best epic leg stretches for those stuck in the capital this festive season from The Independent https://ift.tt/2KfQ1YJ
Combining swimming alongside manta rays with some serious Four Seasons hotel luxury in the Maldives
The Mail on Sunday's Sadie Whitelocks escaped to the Maldives. She enjoyed an 'underwater ballet' performed by a squadron of manta rays and a stay at two plush Four Seasons resorts. from Travel News | Top Europe Destinations & Holiday Ideas | Mail Online https://ift.tt/34yjvru
Bottles of 'fresh air' from England, Ireland, Scotland and Wales for sale via My Baggage
Bottles of 'fresh air' from England, Ireland, Scotland and Wales are being marketed as the perfect gift for homesick Britons living overseas. The company behind the range also fulfills requests. from Travel News | Top Europe Destinations & Holiday Ideas | Mail Online https://ift.tt/3pdCBeo
Airline flies passengers to wrong destination
Buddha Air passengers ended up in the wrong Nepalese city from The Independent https://ift.tt/38njTKB
British passengers on flight to Germany told they would have to stay on camp beds at airport
Travel bans for UK arrivals issued across Europe from The Independent https://ift.tt/3pcQCJg
Cheeky bird recreates Marilyn Monroe's legendary blowing skirt pose with its feathers
Veronica de Bruyn's hilarious photos capture the bird looking right at the camera playfully - just like the legendary film star Marilyn Monroe did in the 1955 film 'The Seven Year Itch'. from Travel News | Top Europe Destinations & Holiday Ideas | Mail Online https://ift.tt/2KnNA6k
Great British boltholes: A review of Middlethorpe Hall hotel, York
The Mail on Sunday's Sarah Hartley checked into Middlethorpe Hall in York. It's one of only three stately homes belonging to the National Trust's Historic House Hotels group. from Travel News | Top Europe Destinations & Holiday Ideas | Mail Online https://ift.tt/2KeRzSP
How long-stay tourist visas will help you make the most of trips to exotic lands
Every week, our Holiday Hero Neil Simpson takes an in-depth look at a brilliant holiday topic, doing all the legwork so you don't have to. This week: Long-stay visas for adventurous tourists. from Travel News | Top Europe Destinations & Holiday Ideas | Mail Online https://ift.tt/3rbp4Gd
Exclusive for Mail on Sunday readers: Explore Carcassonne with top author Kate Mosse
On this exclusive tour you will be staying in the heart of Carcassonne, where you will have the chance to discover its atmospheric streets and centuries of dramatic history stretching back to the crusades. from Travel News | Top Europe Destinations & Holiday Ideas | Mail Online https://ift.tt/3mLB9P3
Driving to Europe after Brexit: All we know so far about motoring in the EU in 2021
The 1926 International Driving Permit will also prove useful if you plan to drive in Somalia from The Independent https://ift.tt/2KpDL7q
Which countries have banned travel from the UK? Full list
New strain of coronavirus prompts international travel bans from The Independent https://ift.tt/2KgaqwR
Will I need a visa to travel to the EU after Brexit?
By 2022 UK visitors are likely to need to apply online in advance before travelling to the European Union from The Independent https://ift.tt/36UfGyx
India suspends flights from UK due to ‘prevailing situation’ with new Covid strain
After a meeting of the health ministry earlier on Monday, India has announced a ban on flights from the UK until the 31 December, effective from midnight on Tuesday. from The Independent https://ift.tt/2WxnC2T
Travel ban leaves thousands stranded
Exclusive: Nearly 200 flights from the UK to Europe have been cancelled from The Independent https://ift.tt/3awNLHg
Rail and coach refunds for travellers hit by Christmas Covid U-turn
Passengers were urged to book tickets well in advice for five-day travel window from The Independent https://ift.tt/3mGOlo6
Travel bans on UK flights, ferries and trains: the essential questions
The effects of cancelled links and your rights if you are affected from The Independent https://ift.tt/3h633nr
Dutch flight ban on UK begins due to new coronavirus mutation
Other European Union nations may follow suit with travel bans from The Independent https://ift.tt/37BxgYg
‘I just miss all of that’: Germany’s historical Christmas markets are quiet this year
The ancient Christmas markets of Germany have long been a gathering place in the lead up to to the holidays, but this year the markets will be very quiet, and some will not open at all, writes Melissa Eddy from The Independent https://ift.tt/37Eg197
Tier 4 and Christmas travel rules explained
Tier 4 and Christmas travel rules explained from The Independent https://ift.tt/3amcKwO
Tier 4 lockdown: What do the new restrictions mean for international travel?
The new restrictions will apply from the morning of 20 December from The Independent https://ift.tt/2KD0nSj
Can you travel in and out of tier 4 areas?
New restrictions will affect Christmas travel plans from The Independent https://ift.tt/2KcneUZ
Windsor wonderland: A guide to this enchanting town, where the Queen will spend Christmas Day
The Daily Mail's Kate Wickers travelled to Windsor, where the Queen will spend Christmas Day. She visited St George's Chapel at Windsor Castle - and found the perfect spot for a cosy lunch. from Travel News | Top Europe Destinations & Holiday Ideas | Mail Online https://ift.tt/3ayFbaG
Ski holidays are off after the Swiss government banned UK tourists in the New Year
Travellers will be unable to enter Switzerland for non-essential travel because the UK will be categorised as a 'high-risk' country after Brexit. Thousands of ski holidays have been abruptly cancelled. from Travel News | Top Europe Destinations & Holiday Ideas | Mail Online https://ift.tt/34qUFKa
Coronavirus: If I am vaccinated will I still need a PCR test to travel?
Simon Calder answers your questions on entry conditions and the places he’s looking forward to seeing most next year from The Independent https://ift.tt/3h1s7vJ
JUSTIN URQUHART STEWART: Airline shares prepared for take-off in 2021
With a new US president, new vaccines for the pandemic, new investment in global economies and new confidence starting to return, compared with this year, there are quite a few reasons to feel positive. from Travel News | Top Europe Destinations & Holiday Ideas | Mail Online https://ift.tt/2J8Hgz6
Couple enjoyed working on their £13k van more than their new life on the road
Grace Robertson, 28, and Charlie Hughes, 28, from Hastings, East Sussex, spent £13,000 converting an old Ford transit van into a mobile home to allow them to live their dream life on the road. from Travel News | Top Europe Destinations & Holiday Ideas | Mail Online https://ift.tt/38jTjls
Antigua holidays: Bask on the beautiful beaches - and it's all restriction-free
Antigua is keen to welcome visitors - and the island remains on the UK's travel corridor list. Matt Simester took his family for an all-inclusive holiday and visited some of its stunning beaches. from Travel News | Top Europe Destinations & Holiday Ideas | Mail Online https://ift.tt/3gZnmTq
From ‘dressing America’ to ‘crickets’ and back: Former J.Crew guru Jenna Lyons on failure, curiosity, and influencer culture
Former J.Crew president and executive creative director talks to Rachel Brodsky about her new HBO Max reality show, starting over, and determining her own professional path from The Independent https://ift.tt/2LQntFx
UK tourists who need routine medical treatment to be covered in EU for a year after Brexit
European Health Insurance Card will expire on 31 December from The Independent https://ift.tt/2LQ9jnR
Corfu villa: Apply to work from a CV Villas Greek property for free for a month
CV Villas is offering to make its 'beautifully designed' Indiana villa in Corfu (pictured) an office for a month for a worker and a companion and will even cover flights. from Travel News | Top Europe Destinations & Holiday Ideas | Mail Online https://ift.tt/2KaQono
Antarctica's emperor penguins captured in Stefan Christmann's book Penguin A Story of Survival
The emperor penguin has created a home in one of the most hostile habitats on Earth - Antarctica. And photographer Stefan Christmann has captured their unique existence there in jaw-dropping style. from Travel News | Top Europe Destinations & Holiday Ideas | Mail Online https://ift.tt/37sqTXo
Holidaymaker, 34, wins court battle against travel giant Lufthansa
Lufthansa were ordered to refund Maxime Audet and wife Veronique £1,058.41 after Central London County Court ruled the airline had shown no evidence the spelling error was made by the couple. from Travel News | Top Europe Destinations & Holiday Ideas | Mail Online https://ift.tt/3ngHJOw
Greece travel: Can you still travel there and what are the rules during lockdown? OLD
Everything you need to know from The Independent https://ift.tt/3iLSANe
Greece holidays: Am I allowed to visit, do I need a PCR test and what are the rules
Only some parts of Greece are on the travel corridors list from The Independent https://ift.tt/3mw1OiG
Outrage over forced cremation of Muslim Covid victims in Sri Lanka
‘We would have had some comfort if they had allowed us to bury him instead of cremating him by force. That is what is unbearable’ from The Independent https://ift.tt/3asr7Q7
First transatlantic flight with testing replacing quarantine is here
Very few passengers can avail of the option due to strict Dutch and US rules on arriving travellers from The Independent https://ift.tt/3mx4z2U
Dubai travel: Am I allowed to visit, are hotels and restaurants open and what rules are in place? OLD
Can you travel to Dubai now? from The Independent https://ift.tt/2VUWc6U
Dubai holidays: Am I allowed to visit, do I need a PCR test and what are the rules?
The United Arab Emirates is currently on the travel corridors list from The Independent https://ift.tt/38ks0aI
Dragged off: the new book from Dr David Dao, who was forcibly removed from a United flight
The plane had to be cleaned before departure to remove the offloaded passenger’s blood from The Independent https://ift.tt/3rcyIIK
Unesco intangible cultural heritage list 2020: From camel racing to competitive grass mowing
There are now more than 460 items included on the list from The Independent https://ift.tt/2LPvsTl
Step into a world of heart-warming charm, with a tour around Britain's loveliest bookshops
In Bookshop Tours of Britain, the reader is taken on a tour of bookshop gems. Here are a few of her finds, including the bookshop in Bath touted as 'the best in the world'... from Travel News | Top Europe Destinations & Holiday Ideas | Mail Online https://ift.tt/3h2Rm10
5 reasons why a staycation in Durham will be worth the wait
With its postcard-perfect scenery, historic buildings, delicious food, cultural attractions and much more, the county of Durham – only three hours from London by train – should be on your travel bucket list from The Independent https://ift.tt/38jNJzs
Beyond Patagonia: Take the road less obvious to Chile’s Lake District
Namrata Bhawnani heads to the startling lakes and Chile’s answer to Mount Fuji from The Independent https://ift.tt/3p3Fbnb
Bus passenger who wore a mask on his head ‘like a hat’ gets jailtime
‘There, I am off your f***ing bus,’ said defendant from The Independent https://ift.tt/38dDe0I
Spirit Airlines flight skids off taxiway
No one was injured in the incident from The Independent https://ift.tt/2WsACXq
Secrets of the Spitalfields Roman Woman revealed
The elaborate grave of a Roman woman who died in the 4th century AD and was buried in what is now Spitalfields Market in London has been further studied in a new book. from Travel News | Top Europe Destinations & Holiday Ideas | Mail Online https://ift.tt/37pssVX
What's the best way to get a Covid-19 test done before a flight?
Holidaymakers looking to get a last minute getaway this year could be denied entry onto planes if they don't receive their Covid test results back in time. from Travel News | Top Europe Destinations & Holiday Ideas | Mail Online https://ift.tt/2KBbZVI
Is it possible to get travel insurance with full coronavirus protection?
There are no travel insurance firms providing total cover against the coronavirus and related disruption for customers looking to travel abroad, new research has revealed. from Travel News | Top Europe Destinations & Holiday Ideas | Mail Online https://ift.tt/3mtlsfa
Travel corridors latest: Uruguay, Namibia and US Virgin Islands removed from quarantine-exempt list
Only ‘emergency’ removals will be made over Christmas from The Independent https://ift.tt/2Wm66yq
Inside the US hotel where it’s Christmas every day of the year
Zoey Goto unexpectedly found her Christmas spirit during the height of summer from The Independent https://ift.tt/2LP2R0x
UK Christmas travel window: What are the rules for the four nations?
Everything you need to know about getting home over the festive period from The Independent https://ift.tt/2K5CUJD
An Inspector calls... A review of The Mayfair Townhouse hotel, London
The Mayfair Townhouse is a super-swanky hotel in a former Hilton just off Piccadilly, near Green Park. The Inspector checked in and was blown away by the spectacular food in the bar. from Travel News | Top Europe Destinations & Holiday Ideas | Mail Online https://ift.tt/38haeW5
Hilarious snaps show people doing things very, very, wrong
Snaps shared on the US-based trivia website Diply.com show people who've simply missed the point, including a driver who put an air freshener on the outside of their car. from Travel News | Top Europe Destinations & Holiday Ideas | Mail Online https://ift.tt/34ksrk5
Nature: World's ugliest orchid and a toadstool from Heathrow Airport among Kew's new species of 2020
One of 10 new species for 2020 named as highlights by the Royal Botanic Gardens, Kew, Gastrodia agnicellus could be considered the 'ugliest orchid in the world.' from Travel News | Top Europe Destinations & Holiday Ideas | Mail Online https://ift.tt/2WnnN0E
Aeroflot to put passengers who refuse to wear masks in special section of plane
Mask-free zone located at back of aircraft from The Independent https://ift.tt/3oSR9jA
Welcome to my home town: Why there’s more to Blackpool than its tacky, tawdry image
Miles of sandy beach, a world-class ballroom and raucous, unabashed fun make Simon Richmond a proud Sandgronian from The Independent https://ift.tt/3p1jUdM
The passports giving back the freedom to travel that Brexit has taken away
The Man Who Pays His Way: Freedom to travel, part 1 from The Independent https://ift.tt/38dfjyr
British Airways axes 13 long-haul flight routes for summer 2021
‘Due to the current coronavirus pandemic and global travel restrictions we are operating a reduced and dynamic schedule,’ says airlines from The Independent https://ift.tt/37ryaXv
Tenerife may close to arrivals from Friday for the rest of 2020
More than 60,000 British holidaymakers are booked to travel to the Canary Island over Christmas and New Year from The Independent https://ift.tt/2IVw88r
Butlin’s closes all resorts over coronavirus fears
Bognor Regis and Minehead sites will join Skegness resort in closing on 18 December from The Independent https://ift.tt/384fyf2
No travel insurer provides ‘complete’ cover for coronavirus, claims Which?
‘Our research shows that consumers are facing the double whammy of significantly reduced cover and increased prices,’ says money editor from The Independent https://ift.tt/34hPZX6
More than 300 passengers held overnight on Stena Line ferry after crew test positive for Covid
Six member of crew tested positive for coronavirus from The Independent https://ift.tt/3gRIwTs
Carlton Reid discovers the joys of cycling a Roman road through Northumberland to Scotland
Carlton Reid discovers the joys of cycling the Roman Dere Street through rural Northumberland into Scotland, where he stayed in the incredible 16th-century Aikwood Tower. from Travel News | Top Europe Destinations & Holiday Ideas | Mail Online https://ift.tt/3833Wcc
Great Western Railway Christmas trains likely to be cancelled after coronavirus outbreak
Customers to be redirected to National Express from The Independent https://ift.tt/38cBUen
What it’s like to visit Dubai after Covid
Qin Xie escapes the everyday for the wonders of the United Arab Emirates from The Independent https://ift.tt/3rayx0z
A third runway at Heathrow may still never happen
Brexit, coronavirus and recession could put paid to airport expansion plans from The Independent https://ift.tt/3oVILjh
Brexit: How travel to the European Union from 2021 will change
Everything you need to know from passports to border control from The Independent https://ift.tt/2LIcpu4
Mariah Carey to become an Airbnb host for New Year's Eve in New York's Times Square
The singer, who has performed in Times Square in previous years on December 31, will be greeting (virtually) guests who will be calling the spot home for a night in a transparent dome. from Travel News | Top Europe Destinations & Holiday Ideas | Mail Online https://ift.tt/38fzDzs
Can I still travel abroad in tier 3? Holiday lockdown rules explained
International travel is allowed from tier 3 locations 'if you're going straight to an airport,’ said the transport secretary, Grant Shapps from The Independent https://ift.tt/3alcbTR
Cruise company hit by ‘comprehensive’ cyberattack
‘This is a serious attack,’ says Hurtigruten from The Independent https://ift.tt/2WkYpbI
Airport slot rules that trigger ‘ghost flights’ could return next year
EU plans to reinstate ‘use it or lose it’ rules in 2021 from The Independent https://ift.tt/3mq3R7R
Welcome to my home town: Why there’s more to Birmingham than the Bullring and a distinctive accent
Brummie Richard Franks explains why he keeps falling back in love with the UK’s misunderstood second city from The Independent https://ift.tt/38WpnOn
Welcome to my home town: Returning to my roots in Hemel Hempstead
Hemel is more than just a soulless commuter town plonked between Watford and Luton, discovers Helen Coffey from The Independent https://ift.tt/2TQQ4et
Welcome to my home town: The Murder Triangle of Northern Ireland that’s found its feet
Lurgan may have been the most bombed railway station in NI, but it will always be home sweet home for Helen Moat from The Independent https://ift.tt/3mKubdX
Welcome to my home town: Learning to appreciate Hull, the UK’s ‘crappest town’
Its cultural transformation may have surprised the rest of the country, but residents have always known the city’s true worth, says Nick Quantrill from The Independent https://ift.tt/2IvfGvz
Welcome to my home town: How Croydon’s worst bits inspired my lifelong love affair with nature
Soma Ghosh escaped the BNP skinheads of her youth by getting lost in south London’s woodlands, heathlands and meadows. Today, the pull of Croydon’s countryside is as strong as ever from The Independent https://ift.tt/2Jg8HXu
Welcome to my home town: Returning to a divided York
Joanna Whitehead considers the impact of Covid-19 on this top tourist destination from The Independent https://ift.tt/2ItWVIq
Exploring Kent’s wild side on the Isle of Sheppey
After a year of going nowhere, Rachel Mills discovers there’s untamed beauty right on her doorstep from The Independent https://ift.tt/2K0EYTa
Grenada takes ‘aggressive efforts’ to contain coronavirus after outbreak at Sandals resort
‘The sudden spike in Covid cases originated at Sandals Grenada and demonstrates the grave dangers we face,’ says country’s prime minister from The Independent https://ift.tt/37ly43E
Air passengers unable to travel due to government restrictions may get refunds
Airlines argue the traveller had agreed to the terms and conditions from The Independent https://ift.tt/3gT3YaI
Rail fares to rise by 2.6% in first above-inflation increase for 8 years
‘Raising fares sends entirely the wrong message on choices,’ said Paul Tuohy of the Campaign for Better Transport from The Independent https://ift.tt/3npfdu2
Covid Christmas travel rules: What restrictions will be in place?
‘You can travel between tiers and UK nations for the purposes of meeting your Christmas bubble,’ says the government from The Independent https://ift.tt/2J7Ic6J
Quarantine means pilots stay on board their aircraft
Plane Talk: RwandAir says there is no ‘walkaround’ at Brussels on the Heathrow-bound flight from The Independent https://ift.tt/3nqyP10
Philippine government makes face masks and shields mandatory in public
Confirmed coronavirus cases have been on the decline since August from The Independent https://ift.tt/3mjHWin
Heathrow: Supreme Court to give third runway the go-ahead, claims lawyer
In ‘an act of civil disobedience,’ Tim Crosland says the airport expansion has been approved from The Independent https://ift.tt/3mfqwne
11 of the best UK destinations for public art
While museums and galleries are closed you can still get an outdoor culture fix, says Sandy Di Yu from The Independent https://ift.tt/34f7hUC
Garden light shows are giving this Christmas extra sparkle - and my goodness we need it ...
This year we're all likely in need of some Christmas cheer more than ever. With this in mind, Lesley Bellew has selected the best festive light shows from around the country which can be visited now. from Travel News | Top Europe Destinations & Holiday Ideas | Mail Online https://ift.tt/388hymC
The hottest new hotels of 2021, from Paris to the Maldives and from the Caribbean to London
While we've been stuck at home, new hotels around the world have waited patiently to welcome their first guests. Here we showcase some of the most hotly anticipated destinations for 2021. from Travel News | Top Europe Destinations & Holiday Ideas | Mail Online https://ift.tt/3h18pk5
Famous types including Lorraine Kelly, David Gower and Kiki Dee reveal their New Year bucket lists
This week a host of famous faces check into our special travel Q&A to talk about where they're dreaming of travelling to next year. Africa, Paris and Australia are among the targeted destinations. from Travel News | Top Europe Destinations & Holiday Ideas | Mail Online https://ift.tt/2WfrIwr
Could CIRCULAR runways take off? Aerospace tests show circle designs would increase capacity
Circular runways could revolutionise commercial aviation while increasing the capacity of airports by 2050, according to Henk Hesselink, an engineer at Royal Netherlands Aerospace Centre (NLR). from Travel News | Top Europe Destinations & Holiday Ideas | Mail Online https://ift.tt/2JTeSS0
Testing and travel: PCR, Lamp and TMA tests explained
From PCR to lateral flow – the tests that count for travellers from The Independent https://ift.tt/3mny0EJ
Can you travel from tier 2 to other tiers?
Everything you need to know once lockdown lifts from The Independent https://ift.tt/3lJUrn8
Singapore airport launches glamping tents for £200 a night
Luxury yurts sleep up to five people from The Independent https://ift.tt/37h7GI6
Can I travel after lockdown? New rules for holidays and moving between tiers
England’s lockdown will end on 2 December – but travellers will still face many rules from The Independent https://ift.tt/3m1OROa
Travel lockdown rules: Can I move between tiers 1, 2 and 3?
There are different rules depending on which tier you’re normally resident in from The Independent https://ift.tt/2We5QkU
Student travel window for January: How going back to university will work in 2021
There will be a five-week travel window starting in January from The Independent https://ift.tt/37kEWhH
Turkey lockdown means locals must stay home while tourists can explore
‘People are not happy,’ says local guide from The Independent https://ift.tt/3qV4FoC
Can you still travel abroad in tier 3? Holiday lockdown rules explained
International travel is allowed from tier 3 locations 'if you're going straight to an airport,’ said the transport secretary, Grant Shapps from The Independent https://ift.tt/2KlEzu9
Can you travel from tier 3 to tiers 1 and 2? New lockdown rules explained
Rule changes came into effect on 2 December from The Independent https://ift.tt/2WkhSsQ
LoveHolidays forced to refund £18m for cancelled holidays after hundreds of complaints
Online travel agent commits to repay customers in full by March 2021 from The Independent https://ift.tt/3oWWp5R
‘Test-to-release’ travel scheme collapses in chaos on day one
Exclusive: ‘This has been a nightmare,’ says Dr Laurence Gerlis of SameDayDoctor from The Independent https://ift.tt/384NcBx
The new travel rules: From insurance to pet passports - the Holiday Guru has your post-Brexit primer
The Holiday Guru is always on hand to answer your questions. And with the pandemic causing mass confusion among travellers, the Guru's advice has never been more sought-after. from Travel News | Top Europe Destinations & Holiday Ideas | Mail Online https://ift.tt/3oTSjv7
Flexible flight tickets can be £1,700 more expensive than standard fares says Which?
In a Which? study the biggest percentage increase in price between a standard and flexible fare was for a British Airways flight from London Heathrow to Barcelona in February 2021 - 1,594%. from Travel News | Top Europe Destinations & Holiday Ideas | Mail Online https://ift.tt/3oSMfmM
‘They think Timbuktu isn’t a real place’: Love letters from a far-flung place
It’s synonymous with the farthest reaches of the Earth, and now unemployed tour guides are reinventing their jobs by sending postcards from there, writes Bailey Berg from The Independent https://ift.tt/2K7W6WO
Will I be able to pass through an EU airport after 1 January?
Simon Calder answers your questions on 'EU travel bans’, taking pets overseas and the quarantine list from The Independent https://ift.tt/3qUmJiF
Sweden's Icehotel reveals its new one-of-a-kind suites for 2021
Each year since 1989, the Icehotel has been built and rebuilt using just snow and ice in the village of Jukkasjarvi, 125 miles north of the Arctic Circle next to the shores of the Torne River. from Travel News | Top Europe Destinations & Holiday Ideas | Mail Online https://ift.tt/3mlvHSq
Sweden's Icehotel reveals its new one-of-a-kind suites for 2020
Each year since 1989, the Icehotel has been built and rebuilt using just snow and ice in the village of Jukkasjarvi, 125 miles north of the Arctic Circle next to the shores of the Torne River. from Travel News | Top Europe Destinations & Holiday Ideas | Mail Online https://ift.tt/2Kpv4dy
Frozen brains, giant lizards and hot dog stands: The best rooms in this year’s Icehotel
This is the 31 st year of the hotel from The Independent https://ift.tt/37g0SKI
Driving to Europe after Brexit: All we know so far about motoring in the EU in 2021
The 1926 International Driving Permit will also prove useful if you plan to drive in Somalia from The Independent https://ift.tt/2KpDL7q
Photographs by Dimitri Bourriau show the haunting beauty of abandoned buildings
Welcome to the world French photographer Dimitri Bourriau loves to explore - the world of the abandoned. He has spent years roaming his home country and elsewhere to find relics to snap. from Travel News | Top Europe Destinations & Holiday Ideas | Mail Online https://ift.tt/34cZfeR
Airline offers ‘No Meal’ option to help reduce food waste
The option is only available on selected flights at the moment from The Independent https://ift.tt/3a8gRfR
Australia and New Zealand will form travel bubble in 2021
A one-way travel bubble already exists between the two nations from The Independent https://ift.tt/3ahccIi
Where to find cheap Covid-19 PCR tests for travel
Some enterprising companies are subsidising the cost from The Independent https://ift.tt/2JjMirY
British Airways flights to Hong Kong banned until Christmas after passengers test positive for Covid
Three other airlines have also been sanctioned from The Independent https://ift.tt/3nnVb3e
Train services are dramatically expanding across Continental Europe
100 Christmas special express train services are running in Germany, and France is restoring all long-distance trains for the festive spell from The Independent https://ift.tt/381c50P
10 of the world’s most incredible bridges
Marvel at the engineering genius behind some of the world’s most remarkable bridges from The Independent https://ift.tt/2ALbFP2
British Airways 10th for flights in Europe, with even fewer than parcels firm DHL
Turkish Airlines operated most flights in Europe last week, with Ryanair in second place from The Independent https://ift.tt/2WdFM9K
Dad misses flying so much he buys Delta plane seats
Airline CEO got in touch after videos went viral from The Independent https://ift.tt/3834peI
Summer of 2021 starts here! Find a holiday to look forward to with our blockbuster guide
Here is our guide to where to go in 2021, with enticing offers to escape to the sun. The list includes a classic U.S road-trip around the Sunshine State and a five-star hotel in Rovinj, Croatia. from Travel News | Top Europe Destinations & Holiday Ideas | Mail Online https://ift.tt/37eb06S
Man climbs on wing of plane preparing to take off
He was filmed sitting and walking on the wing from The Independent https://ift.tt/3a5Zc8w
Great British boltholes: A review of The Mitre, London
The Mail on Sunday's Richard Mellor checked into The Mitre in London. It's a Grade II listed hotel positioned on the banks of the Thames with 36 bespoke rooms with 'ample panache'. from Travel News | Top Europe Destinations & Holiday Ideas | Mail Online https://ift.tt/3qUdjDN
FOX NEWS: Colorado family kicked off plane because 2-year-old refused to wear a mask
Colorado family kicked off plane because 2-year-old refused to wear a mask 'The experience was absolutely traumatizing' and 'very humiliating,' Eliz Orban, who was kicked of a flight because her 2-year-old daughter wouldn't wear a mask, told 'Fox & Friends Weekend.' via FOX NEWS https://ift.tt/383KFYc
Captain Tom, 100, jets off to Barbados with a free flight from British Airways
Captain Sir Tom Moore smiled as he sat in a plane seat emblazoned with his name in a picture shared to Twitter ahead of his trip to sunny Barbados - courtesy of British Airways. from Travel News | Top Europe Destinations & Holiday Ideas | Mail Online https://ift.tt/37bbr1H
Chile is hot to trot - with direct flights and no need to quarantine!
The Daily Mail's Jo Kessel went on an unforgettable adventure to Chile with her husband and three teenage children. They stayed at Santiago's swish new Mandarin Oriental hotel. from Travel News | Top Europe Destinations & Holiday Ideas | Mail Online https://ift.tt/37boMHi
Summer of 2021starts here! Find a holiday to look forward to with our blockbuster guide
Here is our guide to where to go in 2021, with enticing offers to escape to the sun. The list includes a classic U.S road-trip around the Sunshine State and a five-star hotel in Rovinj, Croatia. from Travel News | Top Europe Destinations & Holiday Ideas | Mail Online https://ift.tt/37d2Ong
Brexit: Pet passports needed to cross Irish Sea from Great Britain to Northern Ireland
Exclusive: Anyone planning a new year’s day visit to Belfast with their pet will need to apply for permission by 21 December from The Independent https://ift.tt/343m98k
Can I avail of test to release if I travel back on Monday?
Simon Calder answers your questions on upcoming changes to regulations, the return of the Boeing 737 Max, and future travel amid the pandemic from The Independent https://ift.tt/3oKuHcs
FOX NEWS: United, Delta flight attendants work even if colleagues have coronavirus: report
United, Delta flight attendants work even if colleagues have coronavirus: report United Airlines and Delta Air Lines are asking flight attendants to continue working and self-monitor for symptoms, even if their co-workers test positive for the coronavirus. via FOX NEWS https://ift.tt/3qN09IP
FOX NEWS: Customs officers seize illegal, unapproved COVID-19 tests off flight from Mexico
Customs officers seize illegal, unapproved COVID-19 tests off flight from Mexico The FDA has granted hundreds of “emergency use authorizations” for COVID-19 testing products in an effort to make tests widely available and slow the pandemic. via FOX NEWS https://ift.tt/37VCjSl
Eleven of the best NEW places to stay in England in 2021 from Cornwall to Cheshire via London
There are some incredible new hotel openings in England to get excited about, from Cornwall to Cheshire via London. And our selection includes some big-hitters arriving from the US. from Travel News | Top Europe Destinations & Holiday Ideas | Mail Online https://ift.tt/37Pd2ta
FOX NEWS: German police recover precious painting lost at airport: 'Real detective work'
German police recover precious painting lost at airport: 'Real detective work' An anonymous businessman recently lost the work of art at Düsseldorf Airport. via FOX NEWS https://ift.tt/3oAAJMC
Heathrow Terminal 4 to remain closed until end of 2021
Passengers numbers fell 88 per cent in November from The Independent https://ift.tt/389TjET
Quarantine for UK arrivals cut from two weeks to 10 days
Wales had already reduced its requirement for self-isolation from abroad from The Independent https://ift.tt/3nawQh8
Disney World photoshops face coverings onto maskless visitors on rides
Digital face masks are being added to ride photography from The Independent https://ift.tt/378ftIg
€280,000 painting found in recycling bin after owner leaves it at airport
The surrealist painting was accidentally left at Dusseldorf airport by a businessman from The Independent https://ift.tt/3m2lFpm
New flights to Gibraltar signal start of fares price war
In January, the price for the 1,113-mile trip from Bedfordshire to the Mediterranean falls to below £13 from The Independent https://ift.tt/3oK9zmG
Man in quarantine fined £2,600 for leaving hotel room for eight seconds
He technically broke quarantine – and paid the price from The Independent https://ift.tt/3gzPrRh
Canary Islands holiday ‘ban’: Fury as Foreign Office advice diverges from travel corridor
‘I’m desperate to book a holiday but it’s quick-changing travel corridors and Covid test costs that just puts me off booking,’ said one would-be traveller from The Independent https://ift.tt/2IBV1G3
The strangest books ever written revealed in The Madman's Library by Edward Brooke-Hitching
These weird books are documented in The Madman's Library by London-born rare-book expert Edward Brooke-Hitching. It's truly a cornucopia of curiosities. from Travel News | Top Europe Destinations & Holiday Ideas | Mail Online https://ift.tt/37WSkrp
Hot property! Airbnb shares DOUBLE on long-awaited market debut
Airbnb has come a long way from its humble beginnings, when roommates Brian Chesky (pictured) and Joe Gebbia put an air mattress in their apartment and turned it into a bed and breakfast. from Travel News | Top Europe Destinations & Holiday Ideas | Mail Online https://ift.tt/3gB8db1
FOX NEWS: Walt Disney World will digitally add masks to guests not wearing them in ride photos: Report
Walt Disney World will digitally add masks to guests not wearing them in ride photos: Report Previously, Disney World would not allow those without masks to see or purchase their photos taken during rides via FOX NEWS https://ift.tt/3qNEksH
Can you travel from tier 3 to tiers 1 and 2? New rules explained
Rule changes come into play on 2 December from The Independent https://ift.tt/39UhF7Y
Canary Islands holidays: What are the latest travel rules and do you need a Covid test?
The Canary Islands have been struck off the UK’s travel corridors list from The Independent https://ift.tt/35rV66x
Travel corridors: Canary Islands removed from quarantine-free list after rise in Covid cases
Botswana and Saudi Arabia arrivals are now exempt from self-isolation from The Independent https://ift.tt/2JIDcWB
FOX NEWS: China's Civil Aviation Administration recommends diapers for cabin crew on flights from high-risk areas
China's Civil Aviation Administration recommends diapers for cabin crew on flights from high-risk areas China’s Civil Aviation Administration (CAAC) is recommending that cabin crew “wear disposable diapers” in order to avoid having to use the aircraft restroom. via FOX NEWS https://ift.tt/3oCzbBG
In search of the sunlit uplands
The Man Who Pays His Way: 232 weeks since the referendum, three to go before Brexit, and our destiny is still unclear from The Independent https://ift.tt/3a0BIkX
Caribbean: All the islands you can visit right now and what the requirements are
Running away to a tropical paradise is still very much an option from The Independent https://ift.tt/2F6SCRY
FOX NEWS: Singapore claims coronavirus case on Royal Caribbean 'cruise to nowhere' was false alarm
Singapore claims coronavirus case on Royal Caribbean 'cruise to nowhere' was false alarm Multiple tests have reportedly shown that the passenger does not have the infectious disease, according to officials in Singapore. via FOX NEWS https://ift.tt/2JRpmkG
Lake Tahoe closed to tourists from Friday due to coronavirus
It’s one of several destinations introducing additional travel restrictions over the Christmas period from The Independent https://ift.tt/2W31Mnm
Key to 11th-century tower returned 50 years after disappearing
The 100-year-old key was sent with an anonymous note from The Independent https://ift.tt/2W0gMm5
Cabin crew in China advised to wear adult nappies to reduce risk of Covid infection
‘It’s recommended that cabin crew wear disposable diapers and avoid using the lavatory,’ reads the advice from The Independent https://ift.tt/2K8o5Wi
Why the loneliest part of Scotland makes for a perfect post-lockdown escape
Fiona Elliott and family head for Knoydart in the Highlands to blow the cobwebs away from The Independent https://ift.tt/374BMi4
Coronavirus Europe: UK tourists could be banned from EU after Brexit due to pandemic travel rules
British holidaymakers could be banned from visiting any EU country from January 1 under strict coronavirus rules that bans travel from non-EU countries with high infection rates. from Travel News | Top Europe Destinations & Holiday Ideas | Mail Online https://ift.tt/3n6zSCV
Somerset's Quantock Hills and Exmoor: Follow in the footsteps of Coleridge and Wordsworth
The Daily Mail's Ed Cumming embarked on a 51-mile trek starting in Nether Stowey and winding west before turning north and along the shore, finishing at Lynmouth in Devon. from Travel News | Top Europe Destinations & Holiday Ideas | Mail Online https://ift.tt/3n3SbbS
Shutting Britain's borders at the start of coronavirus could have prevented major outbreak
Researchers from the London School of Hygiene and Tropical Medicine (LSHTM) said closing borders could be beneficial in the early stages of the pandemic. from Travel News | Top Europe Destinations & Holiday Ideas | Mail Online https://ift.tt/3guuMxR
Covid rules on travel to Europe after Brexit still uncertain
Every European Union country is sovereign and can impose or relax its own coronavirus restrictions from The Independent https://ift.tt/3764G1f
Woman sues Spirit Airlines over bad odour on plane
Claimant says she suffered ‘serious and permanent injuries’ from The Independent https://ift.tt/3711eF1
Canary Islands snubs Madrid to allow rapid antigen tests for tourists
Archipelago’s government says it is still negotiating with the Ministry of Health in Madrid from The Independent https://ift.tt/3owqF7k
Summer holiday prices up 14% in 2021, says Tui
Travel giant lost more than £7m per day because of coronavirus pandemic from The Independent https://ift.tt/3m44Vhs
FOX NEWS: Popular travel destination Lake Tahoe closing to tourists amid COVID-19 surge
Popular travel destination Lake Tahoe closing to tourists amid COVID-19 surge The ban will be in place for at least three weeks, meaning travelers will have to stay away from the popular ski destination over Christmas vacation time and through the end of the year. via FOX NEWS https://ift.tt/2W0FZwQ
FOX NEWS: Woman sues Spirit Airlines over odor that caused emergency landing in 2018
Woman sues Spirit Airlines over odor that caused emergency landing in 2018 On Tuesday, Mary Vincent Randall filed a lawsuit against Spirit Airlines in Manhattan Supreme Court over a “noxious, burning odor” that caused a flight to make an emergency landing in 2018. via FOX NEWS https://ift.tt/3n5sPKC
UK travellers to be barred from EU under coronavirus rules after Brexit transition period, report suggests
Just eight countries currently on EU ‘safe’ list from The Independent https://ift.tt/39YIRCC
Easyjet launches cabin trolley home delivery service with Deliveroo using real crew members
UK-based Easyjet sees the initiative as a fun way to keep the cabin crew 'match-fit'. The trolleys will be loaded with crisps and olives - and gin and tonics and chilled Prosecco will be on the drinks list. from Travel News | Top Europe Destinations & Holiday Ideas | Mail Online https://ift.tt/3lXiM9e
‘This is futuristic stuff’: Will we one day sail through space on light alone?
We’ve all seen the sci-fi movies and perhaps expect that one day space travel will be taken for granted. But what are the realities of travelling such vast distances in space? One possibility would be to sail, like a space-bound Francis Drake, writes Steven Cutts from The Independent https://ift.tt/3n7ooPM
FOX NEWS: Delta Air Lines puts 700 passengers on no-fly list over COVID-19 mask rules
Delta Air Lines puts 700 passengers on no-fly list over COVID-19 mask rules Airlines are taking their mask requirements seriously, even if some passengers don’t get it. via FOX NEWS https://ift.tt/3n4IgCO
Boeing 737 Max flies passengers again – in Brazil
Aircraft involved in two fatal crashes that killed 346 people had been grounded since March 2019 from The Independent https://ift.tt/2W4jQxn
FOX NEWS: Virgin Voyages postpones cruises on first ship once again; launch now pushed back a year from original date
Virgin Voyages postpones cruises on first ship once again; launch now pushed back a year from original date Virgin Voyages has delayed the sail of its first cruise ship by more than a year amid the pandemic. via FOX NEWS https://ift.tt/3oxrexu
New photography book Brutal North offers a celebration of brutalist architecture in northern England
Simon Phipps sees brutalist structures as visionary. And for his book Brutal North he ventured to the place that 'harbours the finest examples - the North of England'. from Travel News | Top Europe Destinations & Holiday Ideas | Mail Online https://ift.tt/37RTcNZ
Home Office launched quarantine scheme and then ‘scarpered,’ says Tory MP
‘Just at the time when our rates were getting better, we brought in this blanket quarantine,’ said Huw Merriman, chair of the Transport Select Committee from The Independent https://ift.tt/3gur6Mq
Why lockdown 2.0 was a blessing for Brighton’s oldest seafront institutions
Pandemic restrictions have breathed new life into the coastal city’s best fish floggers, finds Jessica Vincent from The Independent https://ift.tt/2VZIKOK
Passenger group appeals FAA decision to let Boeing 737 Max fly again
‘Dozens of questions and concerns raised by independent aviation experts have gone unanswered,’ says Flyers Rights from The Independent https://ift.tt/37NcQKP
Three in 10 Britons say they won’t travel at all in 2021
Two thirds say travel restrictions are preventing them from holidaying from The Independent https://ift.tt/2VYG8ka
British Airways returns to Southampton airport with revived base for European flights
The longest route is a 1,607-mile link from Hampshire to the Greek island of Mykonos from The Independent https://ift.tt/3oBp28u
Airport expansions must stop if we’re to reach net zero emissions by 2050, say government’s climate advisors
Current aviation policy approach is not ‘sufficient’, says Committee on Climate Change from The Independent https://ift.tt/3gvtUc8
Welcome to my home town: Learning to appreciate Hull, the UK’s ‘crappest town’
Its cultural transformation may have surprised the rest of the country, but residents have always known the city’s true worth, says Nick Quantrill from The Independent https://ift.tt/2IvfGvz
William Shatner reveals the strangest place he's been recognised as Star Trek's Captain Kirk
This week actor and singer William Shatner checks into our travel Q&A. He talks about his favourite destinations, his earliest holiday memory, what he can't travel without - and more. from Travel News | Top Europe Destinations & Holiday Ideas | Mail Online https://ift.tt/3mYSpRy
The Holiday Guru resolves coronavirus-related travel issues, including Airbnb and Ryanair refunds
The Holiday Guru is always on hand to answer your questions. And with the pandemic causing mass confusion among travellers, the Guru's advice has never been more sought-after. from Travel News | Top Europe Destinations & Holiday Ideas | Mail Online https://ift.tt/2K3glF1
Passengers on Singapore ‘cruise to nowhere’ confined to their rooms after one tests Covid positive
'We understand that this isn’t exactly how you planned to spend your cruise,' says captain from The Independent https://ift.tt/37OndOI
The most Googled travel destinations of 2020 revealed
Exclusive: Brits were most keen to escape to Spain this year from The Independent https://ift.tt/3oxfGKT
FOX NEWS: Woman gets revenge on fellow airline passenger for covering her TV in viral video seen by more than 100M
Woman gets revenge on fellow airline passenger for covering her TV in viral video seen by more than 100M A woman was filmed getting revenge on one of her fellow passengers for blocking her plane TV on a flight last month. via FOX NEWS https://ift.tt/3qFRmsc
FOX NEWS: Passenger advocacy group appealing FAA's 737 MAX decision
Passenger advocacy group appealing FAA's 737 MAX decision An airline passengers group is challenging the Federal Aviation Administration’s decision to clear Boeing’s 737 MAX jets to return to service. via FOX NEWS https://ift.tt/37Stnxo
FOX NEWS: Hawaiian Airlines flight makes emergency landing over engine malfunction
Hawaiian Airlines flight makes emergency landing over engine malfunction A Hawaiian Airlines flight had to make an emergency landing on Monday morning, the airline confirmed to Fox News. via FOX NEWS https://ift.tt/3gtLddR
FOX NEWS: Delta, KLM COVID-19 testing program lets Americans fly without quarantine
Delta, KLM COVID-19 testing program lets Americans fly without quarantine The airlines have partnered on the new program for flights between Atlanta and Amsterdam starting Dec. 15. via FOX NEWS https://ift.tt/2VQOcDC
FOX NEWS: Kings Island theme park adding new resort and campground in Ohio
Kings Island theme park adding new resort and campground in Ohio Ohio’s Kings Island is best known for its roller coasters and blue ice cream, but soon it may make a name for itself as an overnight vacation destination. via FOX NEWS https://ift.tt/2VVXGNP
Everything travellers need to know about new ‘test to release’ quarantine scheme
Early release from quarantine option for travellers arriving in England from The Independent https://ift.tt/2Hu0ka0
First-look video of the Jurassic World VelociCoaster opening at Universal Orlando Resort in 2021
The 27-second teaser clip shows the gleaming carriages of the roller coaster in Orlando sitting in the boarding bay as smoke swirls around it before briefly showing POV footage of the track. from Travel News | Top Europe Destinations & Holiday Ideas | Mail Online https://ift.tt/2VUwRtq
easyJet hands baggage advantage to British Airways
Plane Talk: Handling cabin baggage when there are bags of passengers from The Independent https://ift.tt/3n1AObU
Airlines demand quarantine exemption from European hub airports
None of the five Greek islands on the ‘travel corridor’ list have access to the UK without triggering quarantine from The Independent https://ift.tt/36Ys14W
FOX NEWS: Aviation photographer's stunning photo of plane taking off shows co-pilot waving to camera
Aviation photographer's stunning photo of plane taking off shows co-pilot waving to camera It’s nice to know that people are paying attention. via FOX NEWS https://ift.tt/3qHxk0u
FOX NEWS: Seattle Mayor Jenny Durkan will not seek reelection
Seattle Mayor Jenny Durkan will not seek reelection Radio host Jason Rantz says mayoral candidates will have to ‘bow to the will’ of activists in the city. via FOX NEWS https://ift.tt/3mSuao6
From cool hotels to paddleboarding - treat a loved one this Christmas as we get set to lift lockdown
Here we pick a selection of brilliant travel experiences around the world to give at Christmas that can be taken when everything reopens. There are gifts for sporty types, wine lovers - and more. from Travel News | Top Europe Destinations & Holiday Ideas | Mail Online https://ift.tt/2K4ezmM
Hawaii launches remote working programme with free return flights
It’s only eligible for those working in the US from The Independent https://ift.tt/3qO45sS
The most iconic dishes in 47 cities named by those who know best - the people that live in them
There's a huge variety of food on the list, created by a Time Out survey of 38,000 people, from internationally recognised gastronomic touchstones to local classics that you'll not find anywhere else. from Travel News | Top Europe Destinations & Holiday Ideas | Mail Online https://ift.tt/36XN0ou
Switzerland under pressure to close ski resorts to avoid ‘unfair competition’
European Union hopes to reach a deal from The Independent https://ift.tt/2JOzRVI
Thailand hotel launches £25,000 package that lets guests stay for a year
The One Million Baht Club includes free breakfasts, cocktails and snacks from The Independent https://ift.tt/39Rbmlu
Christmas and New Year visitors to Greece face quarantine
Arrivals between 18 December and 7 January must self-isolate for 10 days from The Independent https://ift.tt/3m2un7a
Discovering Zante’s wild side by bike
Far from Laganas’ lager louts lies a Greek island swathed in mystery and charm, finds Heidi Fuller-Love from The Independent https://ift.tt/2VSrMlu
Troubled airline Norwegian starts ‘reconstruction process’
Even before the coronavirus pandemic, the carrier was losing money from The Independent https://ift.tt/2JICEje
FOX NEWS: JetBlue deletes tweet asking ‘where are you flying this winter?’
JetBlue deletes tweet asking ‘where are you flying this winter?’ JetBlue deletes tweet asking "where are you flying this winter?" amid COVID-19 cases rising ahead of the holidays. via FOX NEWS https://ift.tt/36UjOP0
Will I need a visa to travel to the EU after Brexit?
By 2022 UK visitors are likely to need to apply online in advance before travelling to the European Union from The Independent https://ift.tt/36UfGyx
48 Hours in Gibraltar
The British Overseas Territory is in the spotlight as a ‘no-restrictions’ destination, with new flights going in from The Independent https://ift.tt/2VRSvhU
FOX NEWS: Majority of cruise fans will flock back to ocean over next few years, new research reveals
Majority of cruise fans will flock back to ocean over next few years, new research reveals Cruisers can’t wait to get cruising again. via FOX NEWS https://ift.tt/33TZ7AR
FOX NEWS: Disneyland shutting down Buena Vista Street after opening only weeks ago
Disneyland shutting down Buena Vista Street after opening only weeks ago California recently announced that after beginning phased reopenings of the state’s various theme parks, it would be implementing new regulations. This news comes as a surge of new coronavirus cases sweeps the country. via FOX NEWS https://ift.tt/36SZ0Yo
FOX NEWS: Royal Caribbean says over 150,000 have volunteered for trial cruises, in 'incredibly motivating' sign
Royal Caribbean says over 150,000 have volunteered for trial cruises, in 'incredibly motivating' sign The mock voyages are reportedly in the works to set sail as a trial before a larger return to service amid the coronavirus pandemic. via FOX NEWS https://ift.tt/37HOvWW
Brexit: UK turning itself into North Korea, says Ryanair boss
Michael O’Leary also said he wished he had been invited to the Hungarian MEP orgy in Brussels from The Independent https://ift.tt/2VNWzzP
Brisbane airport wasp infestation ‘potentially lethal threat to flight safety’, according to new report
There have been 26 insect incidents since 2013 from The Independent https://ift.tt/36Qnm4F
The best hotels named in the 2021 Tatler Travel Awards, from Cornwall to the Maldives
According to the magazine, the 2021 winners range from 'tranquil havens hidden high in the mountains to historic icons, each with their own unique story and sublime service'. from Travel News | Top Europe Destinations & Holiday Ideas | Mail Online https://ift.tt/2VLNLdA
Flight to New York evacuated after bomb threat
An investigation is ongoing from The Independent https://ift.tt/33Qezhc
Are you allowed to travel in tier 3? Holiday rules explained
International travel is allowed from tier 3 locations 'if you're going straight to an airport,’ said the transport secretary, Grant Shapps from The Independent https://ift.tt/2VMDU7t
Can I travel to Wales? Latest advice, rules and restrictions
New measures come into play from 4 December from The Independent https://ift.tt/3lSPSXG
Woman calls airline worker ‘a**hole’ and is kicked off plane after refusing to wear a mask
Passengers applaud when she finally gets off aircraft from The Independent https://ift.tt/3gllUuk
Exploring Roquefort's amazing caves and the pretty villages where selfie-takers must... say cheese!
Roquefort-sur-Soulzon in southern France is a must-see for fromage fans, says The Mail on Sunday's Jane Knight. She visited the village's caves where the famous blue cheese is produced. from Travel News | Top Europe Destinations & Holiday Ideas | Mail Online https://ift.tt/3gnLdw2
Great British boltholes: A review of The Hare, Scawton, North Yorkshire
Richard Mellor checked into The Hare Inn, in Scawton, and tucked into the nine-course tasting menu. He declares that the food ranks among the best he's ever tasted. from Travel News | Top Europe Destinations & Holiday Ideas | Mail Online https://ift.tt/3giC0EY
Exclusive for Mail on Sunday readers: Explore Sandringham with Royal expert Dr Lucy Worsley
On this extraordinary five-day trip, you will also have ample time to enjoy no fewer than three heritage railway journeys and a cruise by paddle steamer on the Norfolk Broads. from Travel News | Top Europe Destinations & Holiday Ideas | Mail Online https://ift.tt/3giytXk
Your passport to a Brexit getaway: The EU's travel rules untangled by our Holiday Hero
Every week our Holiday Hero Neil Simpson takes an in-depth look at an important holiday topic. This week: How to enjoy hassle-free travel to Europe after Brexit. from Travel News | Top Europe Destinations & Holiday Ideas | Mail Online https://ift.tt/3mLNVOh
Enjoy the best views in the Lake District without spending a penny
Louise Carey eschews the luxuries of a hotel bed for an overnight stay at a mountain-top bothy from The Independent https://ift.tt/3gihdkW
Will I need a visa to go to the EU after Brexit?
By 2022 UK visitors are likely to need to apply online in advance before travelling to the European Union from The Independent https://ift.tt/3ln3Vop
Brexit: 2.5 million people could be caught out by new passport rules
New regulations state holders of British travel documents will require at least six months validity when visiting countries within the EU and EEA from The Independent https://ift.tt/39J7frH
Covid Christmas travel rules: What restrictions will be in place?
‘You can travel between tiers and UK nations for the purposes of meeting your Christmas bubble,’ says the government from The Independent https://ift.tt/2J7Ic6J
Hotel chain ranked worst in UK eighth year in a row
Britannia insists it is ‘totally committed to providing a safe environment for visitors’ having spent around £2m on Covid-19 precautions from The Independent https://ift.tt/3qxhxAZ
Christmas travel: Are trains running and how do you get cheap tickets?
‘Please check back from 1 December onwards for cheaper fares and the most up-to-date timetables,’ says Avanti West Coast from The Independent https://ift.tt/362cz76
Covid outbreak reported at California chicken factory
Factory getting a ‘deep clean’ over the weekend from The Independent https://ift.tt/3geP3XY
FOX NEWS: Miami giving away $250 gift cards to residents financially affected by coronavirus pandemic
Miami giving away $250 gift cards to residents financially affected by coronavirus pandemic Miami Mayor Francis Suarez discusses the pandemic’s impacts on the city’s economy. via FOX NEWS https://ift.tt/2LcEwBl
Tuscany holidays: Recharge your batteries on a fabulous e-bike break
The Daily Mail's Martin Symington and his wife went on an e-cycling holiday to Tuscany. A highlight of the trip was a visit to Siena where they spent a night at Hotel Santa Caterina. from Travel News | Top Europe Destinations & Holiday Ideas | Mail Online https://ift.tt/3lI3yEP
FOX NEWS: Frontier Airlines passenger removed from flight over mask dispute, video shows
Frontier Airlines passenger removed from flight over mask dispute, video shows A passenger was kicked off a Frontier Airlines flight from Cincinnati to Tampa, Fla., on Thursday for allegedly refusing to wear a mask. via FOX NEWS https://ift.tt/3mMns2P
Britannia is named the worst hotel chain for the EIGHTH year running by Which?
The UK consumer champion asked its members to rate their experience at hotels across the country on a range of criteria including bedrooms, bathrooms and cleanliness. from Travel News | Top Europe Destinations & Holiday Ideas | Mail Online https://ift.tt/39IsLN7
Will travel restrictions be relaxed before Christmas?
Simon Calder answers your questions on the ‘Christmas ease’, whether a cruise in the Gulf will be plain sailing, and which country will allow tourists back first from The Independent https://ift.tt/39JA33m
Coventry holidays: This misunderstood spot is the UK's City of Culture 2021
The Daily Mail's Tamara Hinson visited the city, which is a mix of old and new. And she says its cathedral is a reminder of Coventry's ability to reinvent itself while preserving its history. from Travel News | Top Europe Destinations & Holiday Ideas | Mail Online https://ift.tt/3opgvVT
Dubai holidays: Baking heat, camel rides in the desert and no need to quarantine
Mark Jones visited Dubai last week and found that it very much feels like a city on hold. But with package and flight prices at historic lows, you will have a cheaper Dubai experience than at normal times. from Travel News | Top Europe Destinations & Holiday Ideas | Mail Online https://ift.tt/37R1Zjl
First-class gifts for globetrotters, from Caribbean Christmas cocktails to celebrity suitcases
Here are some choice items for globetrotters to put in their letter to Santa this year. From luxury hotel vouchers to a raft for outdoor swimmers, they are perfect for anyone fired up with wanderlust. from Travel News | Top Europe Destinations & Holiday Ideas | Mail Online https://ift.tt/37Ag1Wm
Olympic rower Helen Glover checks into our travel Q&A
This week Olympic rower Helen Glover checks into our travel Q&A. She also talks about her favourite hotel, bucket list destination - and more. from Travel News | Top Europe Destinations & Holiday Ideas | Mail Online https://ift.tt/37wK4hw
Jupiter and Saturn will appear together as a brightly-shining 'double planet' Christmas week
Jupiter and Saturn have been gradually getting closer to one another since the start of summer and will appear almost as one on December 21. from Travel News | Top Europe Destinations & Holiday Ideas | Mail Online https://ift.tt/3lOnbvi
Skyscanner's interactive world map breaks down Covid travel rules country by country
The map is a cinch to use - simply select which country you are travelling from at the top, click on a country and a panel pops up that reveals the latest regulations that apply there. from Travel News | Top Europe Destinations & Holiday Ideas | Mail Online https://ift.tt/36HjWkQ
How should Tesco Clubcard shoppers use their points from January?
Frequent flyers should be aware that some of the most well-known airline loyalty schemes have had several shake-ups recently, with British Airways and Tesco Clubcard set to part ways. from Travel News | Top Europe Destinations & Holiday Ideas | Mail Online https://ift.tt/3gkFJCh
FOX NEWS: Ohio adds Ohio to its travel advisory list due to high coronavirus positivity rate
Ohio adds Ohio to its travel advisory list due to high coronavirus positivity rate Ohio residents should reconsider traveling to the state of Ohio. via FOX NEWS https://ift.tt/37QBmuT
Points Guy UK travel experts give British Airways' Covid-era Dreamliner service the thumbs up
The pandemic means that all airlines have had to restrict their service. But even with tweaks to make flying safe, it seems that British Airways still impresses. from Travel News | Top Europe Destinations & Holiday Ideas | Mail Online https://ift.tt/2JBnXyy
FOX NEWS: Emotional support animals will no longer be considered service animals on flights
Emotional support animals will no longer be considered service animals on flights The U.S. Department of Transportation will define a service animal as ‘a dog that is individually trained to do work for the benefit of a person with a disability’; Claudia Cowan reports. via FOX NEWS https://ift.tt/3qv7Xyv
The UK’s best socially distanced Christmas events and attractions
Festive fun is still an option – even if it does come with a side of hand sanitiser from The Independent https://ift.tt/33N7jTA
FOX NEWS: Woman kicked off Frontier flight for refusing to wear mask, cursing at flight attendant, video shows
Woman kicked off Frontier flight for refusing to wear mask, cursing at flight attendant, video shows In footage of the incident, the woman is seen being approached by a flight attendant who noticed she was not complying with the airline’s mask policy — but things escalated when the woman refused and shouted an expletive at her. via FOX NEWS https://ift.tt/36EoGrh
Virgin Atlantic bids farewell to its last Boeing 747 with a pop-up dining experience on board
As the UK airline's fleet of jumbos is retired to make way for a younger, more sustainable fleet of A350-1000s and B787-9s, Virgin Atlantic is allowing fans one final fix inside the Queen of the Skies. from Travel News | Top Europe Destinations & Holiday Ideas | Mail Online https://ift.tt/39FQHAH
An Inspector calls... A review of Paschoe House hotel, Devon
Paschoe House is a nine-bedroom hotel occupying a wonderful position some six miles from Crediton in Devon. The Inspector checked in and found the atmosphere hushed and the service formal. from Travel News | Top Europe Destinations & Holiday Ideas | Mail Online https://ift.tt/3mGgQTD
Can you travel from tier 2 to other tiers?
Everything you need to know once lockdown lifts from The Independent https://ift.tt/3lJUrn8
Christmas travel window: Government announces new measures to help ease disruption
‘We’re working with transport operators to help people see their loved ones, safely,’ says Transport Secretary from The Independent https://ift.tt/33EoarB
Virgin Atlantic to host pop up restaurant on Boeing 747 before it retires from service
The model’s final flight on Virgin is expected to be 16 December from The Independent https://ift.tt/36FQAn5
Can you travel from tier 3 to tiers 1 and 2? New rules explained
Rule changes come into play on 2 December from The Independent https://ift.tt/3oqmOZA
US finally launches contact tracing programme for international travellers
Scheme launched in partnership with Delta Air Lines from The Independent https://ift.tt/3mIYwcB
Child stopped from boarding flight at last minute after testing positive for coronavirus
Quick intervention helped ‘prevent a super spreader event,’ say local police from The Independent https://ift.tt/3mJRAfw
Britons reveal the 2021 experiences they're most desperate for post-Covid
In the ranking created by the poll, other yearned-for experiences included drinking bitter in a picturesque Yorkshire pub and seeing a West End show. from Travel News | Top Europe Destinations & Holiday Ideas | Mail Online https://ift.tt/3kt7AAm
FOX NEWS: Carnival Cruise Line sets date for inaugural sailing of its largest-ever ship
Carnival Cruise Line sets date for inaugural sailing of its largest-ever ship It had previously been scheduled to debut in February 2021. via FOX NEWS https://ift.tt/2JFdEJr
FOX NEWS: Maryland police, airport authorities stop child with coronavirus from boarding flight
Maryland police, airport authorities stop child with coronavirus from boarding flight Maryland authorities successfully intercepted a COVID-positive passenger from boarding a flight on the Tuesday before Thanksgiving. via FOX NEWS https://ift.tt/3g4TRiO
Save our Vegas wedding! The Holiday Guru answers coronavirus-related travel questions
The Holiday Guru is always on hand to answer your questions. And with the pandemic causing mass confusion among travellers, the Guru's advice has never been more sought-after. from Travel News | Top Europe Destinations & Holiday Ideas | Mail Online https://ift.tt/2VzpAz3
Manchester Airport opens Covid swab centre
Covid swab centres have opened at Manchester, Stansted and East Midlands airports offering tourists £99 virus and antibody tests before they jet off on holiday. from Travel News | Top Europe Destinations & Holiday Ideas | Mail Online https://ift.tt/2I8oWp7
Superyacht Ultra2 comes with two pools and an Imax cinema - and has a military-grade PANIC ROOM
According to the designers, Berlin-based T. Fotiadis Design, the concept would use the 'finest materials and workmanship' to make the interiors 'inviting and luxurious'. from Travel News | Top Europe Destinations & Holiday Ideas | Mail Online https://ift.tt/2VvR48V
FOX NEWS: France mandating border checks to prevent skiing abroad during coronavirus
France mandating border checks to prevent skiing abroad during coronavirus France is implementing border checks to prevent people from traveling to and from ski resorts during COVID-19. via FOX NEWS https://ift.tt/2VwCuOb
Flights delayed after planes surrounded by swarm of bees
Firefighters forced to deploy water cannon from The Independent https://ift.tt/36A6xLi
The Harry Potter Diagon Alley film set is covered in snow at Warner Bros Studio Tour London
The cobbled stones and shop fronts of the magical shopping street are now draped in layers of filmmaking snow as part of the annual Hogwarts in the Snow feature at the UK attraction. from Travel News | Top Europe Destinations & Holiday Ideas | Mail Online https://ift.tt/2JBcj6F
Business travellers, journalists and others exempt from England quarantine restrictions
Business travellers, journalists and elite sports personalities will be among those exempt from the government’s 14-day quarantine restriction from 5 December. from The Independent https://ift.tt/3g5WHnt
House Of Arras E.J. Carr Late Disgorged 2004 named world's BEST in Decanter Magazine Top 100 wines
A bottle of sparkling wine from Australia has been crowned the best in the world, beating drops from all around the globe. from Travel News | Top Europe Destinations & Holiday Ideas | Mail Online https://ift.tt/36B1Tgk
Air New Zealand flight diverts after pilots report smoke in the cockpit
Incident occurred shortly after take-off from The Independent https://ift.tt/3mOAiO0
FOX NEWS: Delta partners with CDC to begin contact-tracing program for travelers entering US
Delta partners with CDC to begin contact-tracing program for travelers entering US On Thursday, the Atlanta-based airline shared details of the program, which is slated to begin in less than two weeks. via FOX NEWS https://ift.tt/37tQtKp
How to decorate for Christmas Kardashian-style: Kris Jenner reveals her tips via an Airbnb tutorial
Kris Jenner is conducting an Airbnb 'Online Experience' in which she'll share her personal holiday styling hacks and inspiration. And she'll be helped by famed designer Jeff Leatham. from Travel News | Top Europe Destinations & Holiday Ideas | Mail Online https://ift.tt/37xTB7Y
Why now is the perfect time to book a city staycation
Plunging prices, free perks and guilt-free relaxation – a staycation in your home city is more of a holiday than you might think, says Alicia Miller from The Independent https://ift.tt/39zNrqJ
Ryanair is declared Europe's BEST-PERFORMING airline of the past 10 years
The accolade was bestowed upon the Irish no-frills carrier by the Decade of Airline Excellence Awards, with one judge declaring that it had 'revolutionised air travel within Europe'. from Travel News | Top Europe Destinations & Holiday Ideas | Mail Online https://ift.tt/3qmXMMw
Give hope and inspiration – but not travel vouchers
The Man Who Pays His Way: Beware of ‘voucherflation’ from The Independent https://ift.tt/3lysJtx
Flybe could soon take to the skies again in the UK
New owner applies for operating licence from The Independent https://ift.tt/3g1r4M1
FOX NEWS: Trump administration issues travel curbs for Chinese Communist Party members: report
Trump administration issues travel curbs for Chinese Communist Party members: report The Trump administration on Wednesday issued new rules to restrict travel by Chinese Communist Party (CCP) members and their families, according to a report. via FOX NEWS https://ift.tt/3g0PAgj
Cardiff Airport gets lifeline with Wizz Air base
There will be year-round links to Alicante, Faro, Larnaca and Tenerife from The Independent https://ift.tt/2VvEZ3s
FOX NEWS: Michigan hotel creates ‘Buddy the elf’ room ahead of Christmas
Michigan hotel creates ‘Buddy the elf’ room ahead of Christmas Here’s the hotel for any humans who share an affinity for elf culture. via FOX NEWS https://ift.tt/36vho9s
Ryanair set on European domination with fresh Boeing 737 Max order
Plane has been grounded for 20 months following crashes that killed 346 people from The Independent https://ift.tt/2L1zh7v
FOX NEWS: Couple with coronavirus arrested for boarding flight to Hawaii: report
Couple with coronavirus arrested for boarding flight to Hawaii: report The couple, from Wailua, Hawaii, were reportedly told to isolate after they tested positive for the coronavirus, but chose to board their flight instead. via FOX NEWS https://ift.tt/3mAjEl8
The 50 most beautiful places in the UK for 2020 revealed from the Isle of Skye to Oxford
The UK has no shortage of stunning places - but which are the ultimate for sheer breathtaking beauty? These locations. And they've been pulled together in a ranking in order of loveliness. from Travel News | Top Europe Destinations & Holiday Ideas | Mail Online https://ift.tt/37vhCfU
FOX NEWS: Photographer, model arrested by Egyptian police following photo shoot at ancient site
Photographer, model arrested by Egyptian police following photo shoot at ancient site The photographer and model had staged the shoot on Monday at the stepped Pyramid of Djoser at Saqqara. via FOX NEWS https://ift.tt/2L1CMLa
FOX NEWS: Emotional support animals will no longer be considered service animals on flights, DOT decides
Emotional support animals will no longer be considered service animals on flights, DOT decides Ruff news, animal lovers. via FOX NEWS https://ift.tt/37uSd62
Student Christmas travel window: What is it and how will it work?
Mass testing offered to as many students as possible from The Independent https://ift.tt/3pq2zw4
International travellers pose lower risk than local population, say European safety authorities
Quarantine, testing and temperature checks are pointless when coronavirus infection rates in destination country are high, says ECDC from The Independent https://ift.tt/36wktWN
Welcome to my home town: The Murder Triangle of Northern Ireland that’s found its feet
Lurgan may have been the most bombed railway station in NI, but it will always be home sweet home for Helen Moat from The Independent https://ift.tt/3mKubdX
One in three UK restaurants say they won't survive until Christmas
That's according to a new survey of 200 UK restaurant and decision-makers that also found that a similar number (32 per cent) believe that government support for the industry is inadequate. from Travel News | Top Europe Destinations & Holiday Ideas | Mail Online https://ift.tt/2JsglhK
Sweden’s Icehotel: What happens behind the scenes to create this winter wonderland
Sadie Whitelocks gets the inside track from Luca Roncoroni, the creative director of Sweden’s famed Icehotel from The Independent https://ift.tt/2Vu2ny8
Test-to-release confusion as ‘quarantine short-circuit’ approaches
Exclusive: Government’s own advice about the timing of tests is contradictory from The Independent https://ift.tt/3mwP8ZC
FOX NEWS: Seattle to cut police funding as homicides spike
Seattle to cut police funding as homicides spike Seattle radio host Jason Rantz provides analysis on ‘Fox & Friends.’ via FOX NEWS https://ift.tt/2JsPfqL
Chef uses hotel iron to cook up crème brulee, tacos and Teriyaki salmon
The in-room kettle and coffee maker were also utilised from The Independent https://ift.tt/3fY3xvn
World’s most dangerous countries for 2021 revealed
Libya, Syria and Afghanistan among the most high-risk from The Independent https://ift.tt/3mzHcH8
Airline launches ‘flights to nowhere’ for school trips
Passengers learned about what pilots and cabin crew do on board from The Independent https://ift.tt/2JCA5Pg
First Boeing 737 Max plane gets certificate saying it is safe to fly
The jets were grounded worldwide after two fatal crashes in 2019 from The Independent https://ift.tt/2HYIjAT
Everything travellers need to know about new ‘test to release’ quarantine scheme
Early release from quarantine option for travellers arriving in England from The Independent https://ift.tt/2Hu0ka0
Ehic: Millions of UK residents will keep reciprocal health care after Brexit – but only EU citizens
Exclusive: British travellers look set to lose their right to free medical treatment in Europe after nearly 50 years from The Independent https://ift.tt/36ue7XR
The most dangerous countries in the world for 2021 revealed
The world map shows where travellers are most likely to face security risks. To assess how dangerous a country is factors such as the risk of political violence and social unrest are taken into account. from Travel News | Top Europe Destinations & Holiday Ideas | Mail Online https://ift.tt/3fU0Drm
The airport that came in from the cold - and then went out again
Plane Talk: the coronavirus pandemic has wrecked plans for aviation hubs from The Independent https://ift.tt/39tmrsV
‘Buying a boat during the pandemic was the ultimate lockdown legacy’
When travel closed its doors on the world, Nicola Moyne looked to the Suffolk coast for meaning and adventure from The Independent https://ift.tt/3msjpbZ
FOX NEWS: Hong Kong Disneyland closes for third time amid coronavirus pandemic
Hong Kong Disneyland closes for third time amid coronavirus pandemic Well, it was fun while it lasted. via FOX NEWS https://ift.tt/39vvhWV
Can hotels reopen after lockdown and what are the rules?
Overnight stays might be back on the menu from The Independent https://ift.tt/3fWZSy4
West Papua liberation leader says province ‘will not bow down’ to Indonesian rule
Benny Wenda has been declared the interim president of a West Papuan ‘government-in-waiting’, and tells Chantal Da Silva, Indonesia’s in the province is ‘illegal’ from The Independent https://ift.tt/2VkQyuj
Idyllic Italian town gives away homes for free after buildings left abandoned
‘I can’t stand to see this gorgeous, old historical centre empty,’ says mayor from The Independent https://ift.tt/2PUKSWv
FOX NEWS: Southwest Airlines comments on Utah monolith, offers silly explanation as to where it went
Southwest Airlines comments on Utah monolith, offers silly explanation as to where it went The internet is still abuzz with speculation over the whereabouts and meaning of Utah's silver monolith. Southwest Airlines, however, is offering one of the only plausible explanations for its disappearance. via FOX NEWS https://ift.tt/3msSWeq
Will I need a visa to go to the EU after Brexit?
By 2022 UK visitors are likely to need to apply online in advance before travelling to the European Union from The Independent https://ift.tt/3ln3Vop
Lastminute.com will repay more than £7m in refunds for cancelled holidays
Over 9,000 customers were still waiting for their money back from The Independent https://ift.tt/39v9wqg
Stunning photographs by Jimmy Nelson of the isolated tribe on the Marquesas Islands in the Pacific
The 'extremely isolated' Marquesas Islands are one of the world's most untouched civilisations, with its inhabitants blissfully still relatively unaffected by the developed world. from Travel News | Top Europe Destinations & Holiday Ideas | Mail Online https://ift.tt/3lsk63N
Prehistory: Archipelago SURVIVED the massive tsunami that cut Britain off from Europe in 6,200 BC
Researchers from the UK and Estonia analysed a sediment core from the south of Doggerland, which used to link the east of England with the Netherlands. from Travel News | Top Europe Destinations & Holiday Ideas | Mail Online https://ift.tt/3mtdvXW
Air hostesses share fascinating insight into their lives on board American airline Pan Am
Pan American employees share their first-hand experiences in Food and Aviation in the Twentieth Century: The Pan American Ideal, by Dr Bryce Evans of Liverpool Hope University. from Travel News | Top Europe Destinations & Holiday Ideas | Mail Online https://ift.tt/3ltVU12
Christmas gifts for a taste of hotel heaven at home from Connaught martini glasses to dinner hampers
Every week our Holiday Hero Neil Simpson takes an in-depth look at a brilliant holiday topic, doing all the legwork so you don't have to. This week: Christmas gifts from hotels we've missed in 2020. from Travel News | Top Europe Destinations & Holiday Ideas | Mail Online https://ift.tt/37DFvCj
Easyjet bookings soar on news lockdown will be eased over Christmas
Families desperate to see loved ones over Christmas have helped drive a 200 per cent surge in flight and holiday searches at Easyjet. The airline said bookings for domestic flights had soared. from Travel News | Top Europe Destinations & Holiday Ideas | Mail Online https://ift.tt/39jqOGP
Travel company complaints up 500 per cent amid Covid-19 pandemic
A fifth of the 109,466 complaints filed to the ACCC from January to October this year were about travel companies like Flight Centre and Webjet. from Travel News | Top Europe Destinations & Holiday Ideas | Mail Online https://ift.tt/3l7GkrE
‘Heathrow Grinch CEO is stealing workers’ wages’ says airport staff striking over salary cuts
‘These cuts are all about greed and not need,’ says union from The Independent https://ift.tt/36rtY9A
easyJet halves cabin baggage allowance
The budget airline is following Ryanair’s lead from The Independent https://ift.tt/2HV5pZc
How Malaga is using ‘smart tourism’ to rebound from Covid
This Spanish coastal city has embraced all things digital to make it through the pandemic, finds Eugene Yiga from The Independent https://ift.tt/2JuyMC4
Travellers to Iceland who have had Covid-19 won’t have to quarantine or get tested
New rules come into force on 10 December from The Independent https://ift.tt/36q94aP
Covid travel insurance: which policies cover you for coronavirus?
It’s still possible to get insured during a pandemic from The Independent https://ift.tt/3mrMkNo
Can I travel to Wales? Latest advice, rules and restrictions
New measures come into play from 4 December from The Independent https://ift.tt/33sZfHi