It might be the capital of Scotland, the home of vibrant festivals and the seat of Scottish power, but there’s something about the cold cobbles, the wind-battered stones and the towering castle that make the hilly city of Edinburgh still feel like…
Qatar Airways Is Giving Away 21,000 Free Plane Tickets to Teachers
With the added stress of teaching during a pandemic — whether in person or virtually — teachers definitely deserve some relaxation now more than ever, and Qatar Airways wants to help. In honor of World Teachers’ Day (Oct. 5), the airline is giving away…
Tunisia and Barbados add UK to high risk Covid list
Any dreams of holidaying in the idyllic Caribbean island of Barbados, or visiting Tunisia are now dashed for UK holidaymakers as these two countries have responded to the COVID spikes around Britain. Barbados – quarantine from October 1 Those heading…
Brighton: What’s it like to travel in the BA i360 Observation Tower?
Four years ago the Brighton Eye (akin to the London Eye) was replaced as a seafront landmark in Brighton by the British Airways i360, a 162-metre-tall vertical tower and its observation pod which lords it over the seafront. It is located on the…
How we got married by a penguin in Antarctica
We found ourselves on a bright sunny Tuesday morning in a Zodiac boat, being delayed by three humpback whales on our way to say our vows. I’ll be honest; this was not my idea. We had booked a wedding ceremony…
Want to check which countries have COVID-19 spikes?
COVID-19 pandemic is running amok around the world. No-one can predict when a spike will appear or reappear in the world. Portugal was recently put on the Green list and has now been taken off again. Governments are having to…
Last minute changes in quarantine rules is changing the way the bold book travel
As the global pandemic tantalises UK holidaymakers with last-minute spikes, the government’s Thursday reviews invariably result in last-minute changes to the travel corridor rules. Transport secretary Grant Shapps makes his decision based on “science” and then puts into place a…
5 spectacular train journeys across Europe
The world moves so quickly that we often forget to just relax and enjoy the view. Put away your phone and laptop, get comfortable and watch as the ever-changing landscapes of Europe flicker past as the train speeds seamlessly onwards.…
Can you stay COVID safe when you fly?
Would you board a flight at this time? There are diehard travellers who would maybe on business or just because their pre-booked flight is still operating and they won’t get a refund. Whatever the reason, the flying experience is very…
Bergamo, Lombardy: Six months on from the COVID 19 lockdown
Before the virus hit northern Italy the prosperous city of Bergamo was enjoying a tourist boom. Its airport (Orio del Serio, branded as ‘Milan Bergamo’) is Ryanair’s biggest Italian hub, serving around 90 cities in Europe and beyond. Although overshadowed…