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'I was Virgin flight attendant – influencers and posh mums were always worst passengers'
EXCLUSIVE: From mums who treat staff like their own personal nanny to influencers who baulk at sick kids coming into first class, a former Virgin Atlantic flight attendant exposes the worst passengers
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'I was promised a romantic getaway but got ditched with my new boyfriend's parents'
Reddit
She was promised a romantic trip to a lake house with her new partner, but the reality was a lonely trip which saw her sitting alone at the dinner table while her boyfriend ran errands.
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'I went on a lads holiday to Afghanistan – the Taliban love tourists'
Afghanistan
Kieran Brown told the Daily Star he had a wonderful time in Afghanistan, and never had any issues with the Taliban - however, he draws the line and visiting the country again.
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Germans flock to expat's 'Little Britain village' with its own Queen, tank and chippy
Royal Family
Gary Blackburn bought the hotel as a way to side-step the council's regulations on him keeping a tank in his back garden - it's now a bustling business that people come from all over Europe to visit.
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Tourists shun Paris leaving hotels and Airbnbs empty ahead of Olympics
Olympics
Paris is hosting the 2024 Olympics, but tourists are giving the French capital a wide berth amid fears the city will be too expensive during the sporting showcase
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Tourists in Spain and Italy issued warning over deadly virus that can cause paralysis
Spain
The West Nile Virus has infected an individual in Seville, Spain, while another case has emerged in Modena, Italy. Here's what you need to know about the potentially deadly virus
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Sloshed mobility scooter riding Brits in Benidorm accused of causing chaos
Benidorm, Spain
The majority of British tourists think that people should need to have lessons before they are allowed to take to the streets on their mobility scooters, after people report near misses and speeding.
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Lesser-known UK airport plans massive expansion with routes to holiday hotspots
Flight incidents
London Southend Airport is currently the only airport serving the London market with the potential to grow, according to the CEO of the new controlling stake owner
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Airline workers have a secret name for people who queue early to board the plane
Airport chaos
Hanging around the gate before your flight boards might save you a few minutes, but is it worth the hassle for other passengers, and the nasty nickname you might pick up?
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UK's best pooch-friendly boozers if you're planning a pub getaway this summer
Dogs
A letting agent has shared a list of the best dog-friendly pubs in the UK for Brits to visit this summer. From sandy beaches in Cornwall to beautiful views in North Yorkshire - is your local on the list?
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Brits on holiday in European country could be fined £3,388 for arguing with partner
Holidays
A heated argument with your partner on holiday could end up costing you a lot more than just your peace of mind, as one popular tourist destination has made it illegal
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UK town home to cheapest Wetherspoons pint - less than half price of London's
Wetherspoons
A new analysis has revealed the town in the UK which is home to the cheapest Wetherspoons pint - and it will be a delight for anyone who loves a bargain beverage
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Co-founder of doomed OceanGate Titanic sub wants to send team to 'Portal of Hell'
Titanic Submarine OceanGate
Guillermo Söhnlein is aiming to send another submersible down to the depths of the ocean in near pitch black conditions - he says it's the best way he can think of to honour the five men who died
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'Banning boozy Brit stag dos could do more harm than good – they're vital'
Holidays
After eight Brits were filmed in broad daylight crawling naked on a bar, the Mayor of one of Portugal's party towns has said he will crack down on the bad behaviour - but a leading stag do expert says this could backfire.
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People finally realising why ashtrays are on planes – despite smoking ban
Smoking
The bloke was left confused after he spotted an ashtray located directly below a no-smoking sign on his recent flight. And it turns out there's a simple reason why
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Mega £47million campsite opens in Europe with 180 pools and stays from £20
Holidays
A huge new campsite in Europe has opened its doors complete with villas, pitches and mobile homes as well as over 100 pools for families to enjoy
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Holidays
Eerie beach dubbed 'Gates of Hell' is covered with 1,000 shipwrecks and skeletons
The remote beach has earned a reputation as being 'The Gates of Hell' thanks to the rough seas leaving its shores full of skeletons and shipwrecks that are revealed at low tide
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British stags ditch Canary Islands for Spanish party town as locals tell them to 'f*** off'
Spain holidays
Tom Bourlet, from TheStagCompany, told Daily Star that stag do bookings had more than halved in Tenerife following anti-tourist sentiment – instead UK blokes are flocking to Benidorm, Spain
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'I went on epic Aussie road trip with four RuPaul’s Drag Race stars - it was bonkers'
Australia
Ed Gleave went on a wild roadtrip across Australia with a group of RuPaul’s Drag Race stars including Ginny Lemon and Sister Sister from the UK and Joey Jay and Utica Queen from the US
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Mega cruise ship in 2025 will have 20 bars, 11-deck-high slide, bumper cars and water park
Cruises
MSC World America will be a mega cruise ship with 20 bars and lounges, a huge slide, six pools, a water park, bumper cars and a secret attraction for passengers to discover
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'I visited the UK's most beautiful town to see if it lives up to the hype'
Exclusives
Rye, in East Sussex, has charming cobbled streets, ancient pubs, two huge castles, flower filled gardens and plenty of beaches from golden Camber Sands to pebble-covered Winchelsea
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Butlin's unveils new Gladiators show where guests can take part in the action
Family holidays
The stars of the iconic TV show will be live at all three of the Butlin's resorts next year, allowing families the chance to see and meet the Gladiators themselves
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Uber launches hail-a-boat service so you can yacht around Spain or call a floating limo
Uber
Boats, yachts and electric cruisers are all on offer with Uber's latest pitch, which will be available to book from August onwards across multiple holiday hotspots
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Freezing country with pricey beer overtakes Spanish hotspots as Brits' favoured holiday destination
Holidays
As temperatures rise globally, there's a trend rising along with it - people are seeking out cooler places to spend their summer holidays, eschewing Spain for places where the beer is pricier, but the temperatures are cooler.
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Nipping over to Europe is about to get pricier as airline company adds £61 surcharge
Holidays
Lufthansa is the second airline that has decided to pass on the costs of meeting environmental regulations on to its customers, saying that it can not shoulder the additional cost by itself.
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Jet2, TUI, Ryanair and Easyjet passengers face 'fine' for buying meal deal before flight
Easyjet
A travel expert has warned that passengers with Jet2, Ryanair, Easyjet and TUI should avoid packing certain items in their airport meal deals or face a huge fine
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Exploring the UK's cheapest hotel as stay in 'UK Las Vegas' costs just £16
Travel hacks
George Redfern spent the night in Coco Beach Hotel in Blackpool. The hotel has a two star rating on Booking.com and for £16.20-a-night it is the cheapest hotel in the UK.
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Best way to exit packed plane fast – and without annoying other passengers
Travel hacks
Getting on a flight is a strict process which prevents people from rushing off all at once. But now there's one way you can leave the aircraft without annoying others
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Top five travel bags, cabin luggage, and suitcases for your summer holidays
Travel Advice
As Brits get ready to jet off this summer, you may have your flights booked, hotel booked (definitely should make sure your passport is ready), but do you have suitable luggage for your trip?
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'We left UK for Canaries – Brits are still welcome and islands will die without tourists'
Canary Islands
The Canary Islands are one of the most popular destination for Brits. But recently, thousands of locals have taken to the streets to protest against the archipelago's tourism model
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Mega cruise ship sailing this month has 'Magic Carpet' bar and floating pools
Cruises
Celebrity Cruises has debuted its new ship Celebrity Ascent which will boast some ridiculously cool features including a floating bar above the ocean
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Charming lesser-known French seaside town has golden beach and cheap oysters
Holidays
Arcachon is a pretty french town on the south coast that boasts a huge beach, waterfront restaurants, shopping, watersports, cheap seafood and even campsites
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'I went to the Caribbean hotspot loved by Kardashians to see if it's worth the hype'
Holidays
Tara going for a little wander on Grace Bay Beach, consistently ranked the best in the world dives into life on the idyllic Turks and Caicos islands, which has been visited by the famous Kardashian clan
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'I went on bonkers cruise with drag queen bingo, live DJs and bungee workouts'
Cruises
A Mediterranean cruise with Virgin Voyages was a far cry from a quiet week with heaps of brilliant activities, beautiful destinations and plenty of partying
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Quirky UK seaside town boasts an abandoned nuclear power station and steam train
Staycation
The quirky UK seaside town has miles of pebble beach and shingle headland with an iconic striped lighthouse, fresh seafood, plenty of rare wildlife and even cheap holiday parks
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Tourists flock to 'best beach in the world' with clear waters and powder sands
Anse Source d'Argent, in the Seychelles, was dubbed the most picturesque beach in the world by visitors who praised its crystal clear water and bright white sand
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Millions of Brits 'micro-cheat' on their stag and hen dos - but experts say it's no big deal
Travel News
Your last night of freedom is supposed to be full of fun - but could the harmless flirting you're doing with a group of hens spell the end of your relationship? Not according to the experts
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Benidorm crowned as Europe's party capital with cheap pints, clubs and stunning weather
Benidorm, Spain
The top ten list has been painstakingly analysed to prove exactly which countries you'll get the most bang for your buck - and where you might be spending big to have it large
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Majorca’s tourism board says they feel ‘invaded, not visited’ by rowdy tourists
Majorca
The debate comes as anti-tourism protests across the Balearics continue to rage, and leading figures in the industry say there is no option left but to aim for the de-growth of tourism.
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Seven countries where sunbathing topless could see you getting arrested
Travel Advice
There's no better feeling than coming back to dreary England after a sunny getaway, glowing with a tan - but if you choose to try and eradicate those tan lines by going topless in these countries, you could see your return to the UK delayed
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Tragic end for 'celebrity stag' Callum as he's put down after being fed rice crispies
Scotland
Callum the stag was sadly euthanised after developing health problems due to being fed by well-meaning tourists visiting the Beinn Eighe car park in Torridon, Scotland
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You can book UK's first Wetherspoons travel tour – but it will cost more than a few pints
Wetherspoons
A travel firm has announced that it will be offering pub connoisseurs and 'Spoons fans the chance to embark on the world's very first Wetherspoons tour across the UK
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Brit tourists in Spain warned horrifying 'blood rain' weather could disrupt flights
Spain holidays
The UK Foreign Office has issued a warning to Brit holidaymakers who are planning to travel to Spain as the country is set to be hit by a 'blood rain' weather phenomenon
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Sun-soaked country has 50p pints, 34C weather in May and gorgeous golden beaches
Holidays
Vietnam, in Southeast Asia, boasts incredibly cheap beer and food, low cost hotels and incredible heritage sites, ancient cities, beautiful bays and scorching weather
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Beautiful Canary Islands' town has 97p pints, gorgeous beaches and epic water park
Holidays
Adeje, on the coast of Tenerife, has beautiful beaches, hot weather, great value beer and one of Europe's most famous water parks with thrilling rides
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Boozy Brits flock to copycat Wetherspoons abroad with pints and fry-ups under £3
Wetherspoons
Brits who want a Full English fry up and a pint while away on holiday can find them for a bargain price at cheeky pub copycat Witherspoons
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UK's cheapest airport pint revealed but the price will still leave most Brits fuming
Holidays
A pint of beer or a glass of Prosecco at the airport can kick off your holiday with a bang, but booze actually costs more at some airports than others from Glasgow to London
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Flight attendant reveals secret code name crew use for passengers they fancy
Flight secrets
Cabin crew members have a very important role of making sure passengers have a smooth flight - but they also have their own code words to talk about travellers
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Beautiful airport hotel lets guests take a dip in infinity pool overlooking the runway
USA holidays
The TWA Hotel at John F. Kennedy International Airport in New York lets guests swim in a heated pool next to the runway as well as sip cocktails in converted 'marajuana dropper' plane
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Spain, France, Greece and Portugal travel warning as Brits need extra documents
Spain holidays
Holidaymakers going to countries in the Schengen area like Italy, Spain, Greece, Portugal, Malta and more must have proof of accommodation, funds and an exit booked
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Travel Advice
Nine travel essentials to buy on Amazon before your next holiday or trip away
You may have booked it but have you packed for it? Packing for a holiday can be incredibly stressful, especially if you realise at the last minute that you haven't bought something essential for your trip
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England fans return from match to find 'drunk' bloke snoring away in their hotel bed
Euro 2024
Despite being certain they locked their hotel door before setting off for England versus Denmark in Frankfurt, Germany, Lewis Phillips and Sam Mockridge returned to a surprise
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'I stayed at hotel dubbed embarrassingly bad on Tripadvisor and left my shoes on in the bathroom'
TikTok
The Grand Hotel in Llandudno, North Wales, has been described as the "worst hotel in the UK" by one couple who stayed there in 2021 - but a TikToker had a different experience
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Brits on holiday in European country could be fined £3,388 for arguing with partner
Holidays
A heated argument with your partner on holiday could end up costing you a lot more than just your peace of mind, as one popular tourist destination has made it illegal
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'I'm a flight attendant – here's what I tell people who ask me to stop people reclining seats'
Flight secrets
To recline or not to recline? That is the question that has divided plane passengers for years. But one air hostess has settled the debate once and for all - but not everyone agrees
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Ryanair
Ryanair
Rowdy Brit tourists 'vape and down vodka mid-air' – forcing plane to turn around
Police have allegedly removed three 'drunk' passengers from a Ryanair flight destined for Lanzarote after the pilot was forced to turn the plane around and fly it back to Edinburgh
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Footy-mad Brit flies to Germany and parties in Euro 2024 fan zone for 74p more than UK
Ryanair
Callum Ryan, 23, flew to the Reichstag in Berlin, Germany, for a day at the footy to show other England fans about how cheap and easy the trip can be
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Jet2, TUI, Ryanair and Easyjet passengers face 'fine' for buying meal deal before flight
Easyjet
A travel expert has warned that passengers with Jet2, Ryanair, Easyjet and TUI should avoid packing certain items in their airport meal deals or face a huge fine
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Antler suitcase sale includes £49 off 'superior' luggage perfect for Jet2 and easyJet
Travel Advice
Icon Stripe is the Antler's latest suitcase launch and is already earning a legion of fans, with reviews including that they're 'far superior' to other luxury brands
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Brit Jay Slater missing in Tenerife – unanswered questions from last call to chilling message
Missing Person
Jay Slater went missing in Tenerife over the weekend, but his disappearance and comments from friends and family have left the public with far more questions than actual answers
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EasyJet
Easyjet
Jet2, TUI, Ryanair and Easyjet passengers face 'fine' for buying meal deal before flight
A travel expert has warned that passengers with Jet2, Ryanair, Easyjet and TUI should avoid packing certain items in their airport meal deals or face a huge fine
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Antler suitcase sale includes £49 off 'superior' luggage perfect for Jet2 and easyJet
Travel Advice
Icon Stripe is the Antler's latest suitcase launch and is already earning a legion of fans, with reviews including that they're 'far superior' to other luxury brands
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Air passengers in cost of boozing crisis as easyJet hike cost of tipples
Easyjet
Budget airline easyJet is hiking the prices of its; alcohol as the firm put up the cost of inflight tipples by up to 26% in a move that has been slammed by consumer campaigners
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Passengers stranded in wheelchairs as they watch plane take off with their luggage
Easyjet
Author Liz Weir said airlines need to re-think how they treat passengers with additional needs after she was forced to watch a plane take off without her from the tarmac
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easyJet boot 26 'disruptive' men off UK flight to popular holiday destination
Easyjet
A group of 26 men were removed from the easyJet plane at Glasgow Airport after they had been denied boarding prior to take off as a result of 'disruptive behaviour'
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British Airways
British Airways
'Incredibly dull' lad spends three years and £2k transforming shed into real British Airways Boeing 777
Plane geek Billy Gilmour has bought real parts of a retired British Airways Boeing 777 to turn his shed into a jet cabin replica. Three years and thousands of pounds later, and the 20-year-old says he's still not done collecting furniture for his hobby
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On the fake Middle Eastern island that hosts Grand Prix and world's biggest indoor theme park
Dubai
In Abu Dhabi, Virginia Blackburn channels her inner Bedouin on a luxury stay in UAE’s capital where she checks out Ferrari World, Waterworld and Warner Bros, the world’s largest indoor theme park
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Inside one of the world's most luxury all inclusives on an island paradise
Beach holidays
Nigel Thompson marvels at the Maldives’ mission to revive coral reefs and explores its fun activities, as well as relaxing in two luxury resorts - Angsana Velavaru and Dhawa Ihuru
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Prince Harry and Meghan Markle 'given free flights by wanted US fugitive airline boss'
Meghan Markle
Prince Harry and Meghan Markle were given free flights around Nigeria by an airline company whose boss is reportedly wanted in the United States on multiple charges
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Couple 'perform sex act' on BA flight for '20 minutes' leaving passengers 'disgusted'
British Airways
A passenger on the hour-long flight from Heathrow to Dublin said she was 'disgusted' to see a couple engaging in a sex act beneath a scarf draped across the man's lap
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Lesser-known 'Maldives of Europe' with clear blue waters, £20 hotels and £1.10 pints
A travel blogger revealed a "Maldives of Europe" destination that's perfect for a summer holiday - and it's a fraction of the cost of the UK's most popular hotspots
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Spanish town with £1.70 pints dubbed 'most horrific place' Brit holidaymaker has been
Spain
Torrevieja in Spain has been named as the cheapest seaside town in the country, but one holidaymaker has slammed it as 'the most horrific place I have ever been'
Plane pervert caught red-handed filming up flight attendant's skirt as she pulled trolley
Crime
A shocking clip of a bloke being caught red-handed upskirting a female staff member has sparked a debate about whether airline uniforms should still feature skirts
Get a free National Trust pass worth up to £50 for your family day out this summer!
The National Trust
Fancy a day out with your partner to visit a woodland you love to walk in or even spot your favourite birds – or do you enjoy taking your friends and family somewhere new surrounded by nature?
Women
'People judge me for being a size 26 - but I always get huge travel freebie'
Despite being judged by passengers, plus-sized fashion blogger Victoria Voos, from California, loves jetting off and exploring new places - and has even found a huge perk when flying as a larger woman
Lesser-known 'Maldives of Europe' with clear blue waters, £20 hotels and £1.10 pints
Travel hacks
A travel blogger revealed a "Maldives of Europe" destination that's perfect for a summer holiday - and it's a fraction of the cost of the UK's most popular hotspots
Get a free National Trust pass worth up to £50 for your family day out this summer!
The National Trust
Fancy a day out with your partner to visit a woodland you love to walk in or even spot your favourite birds – or do you enjoy taking your friends and family somewhere new surrounded by nature?
Brit in Benidorm warns of 'big police presence' as England inch closer to Euros final
Euro 2024
EXCLUSIVE: Nigel 'King of Benidorm' Pope weighed in on the possibility of England facing Spain in the Euro 2024 final - he's revealed that there's an increasing police presence in the holiday hotspot
Benidorm expert warns why tourists should never go on popular beaches at night
Benidorm, Spain
Benidorm holidaymakers have been warned against going to the beachfront at night for a number of reasons - including the infamous 'Serpientes' who hang around to rob unsuspecting tourists
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Wetherspoons announces closure of 61 pubs in 2024 – is your local on the list?
Wetherspoon has announced that it should have permanently closed 61 of its pubs by the end of 2024. The pub chain has reported a further sales increase as it continues to offload sites
Hawk Tuah girl joins in bikini contest as she rakes in £24k – but one thing is up
Hawk Tuah
Queen of the Internet Hailey Welch made her latest public appearance at a Florida bikini contest over the weekend alongside an old friend, but found the situation too much at one point
Beanpole '7ft' adult star heads to supermarket as fans ask to see her reach top shelf
Instagram
'7ft' racy model Marie Temara, 28, from New York, went on a shopping excursion where her height came in handy. Then her followers started making top shelf requests
Kylie Jenner spills over bikini 'three sizes too small' as fans beg to see more
US Showbiz
Kylie Jenner recently posed for a photoshoot in swimwear from her new clothing range, but many fans were baffled over her styling choice as she appeared to burst out of a bikini
EastEnders exit 'sealed' for legend 24 years after debut following eerie two-word comment
Eastenders
EastEnders' Phil Mitchell, played by Steve McFadden, is a soap legend who made his debut back in 1990 - but viewers are now fearing the Walford icon’s days are numbered
Urban Explorers
Inside China's 'eerie' ghost cities that resemble Western cities and have been left to rot
China's ever-booming population has been unable to filled more than 50 ghost cities plaguing the huge country, with more than one home for every Brit left standing unfilled
Police hunt woman, 35, with 'unforgettable mugshot' as bloke asks 'is that in dog years?'
Police
A woman's mugshot has gone viral for the wrong reasons, after Preston Police claimed that they were hunting for a 35-year-old going by either Kelly Henry or Kelly Delaney
Corrie's controversial cult storyline end date 'revealed' after uproar - and it's soon
Coronation Street
Coronation Street viewers have been left horrified by the soap's cult storyline, but it's been suggested that the harrowing plot could be coming to an end soon
'Insanely scary' horror has fans 'absolutely obsessed' and crying 'must watch'
Netflix
One "super creepy" horror film has left viewers speechless after many of them gathered online to discuss the flick's terrifying plot as they urge other Netflix streamers to watch
'I'm only world No.536 but I still get daily death threats from tennis punters over lost bets'
Tennis
Tennis player Amelie Van Impe is already familiar with the ugly and terrifying side of social media, despite being relatively early in her tennis career