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Nothing beats a Jet2 holiday, but what about a Jet2 wedding?

Jet2 is known for its affordable flights and package holidays – which we all know “nothing beats” – but there’s another side to the company that some travellers may not know about: destination weddings. ADVERTISEMENT ADVERTISEMENT Through Jet2Weddings and in collaboration with planners Perfect Weddings Abroad Limited, couples keen to…

The best places in Europe to eat pizza… except Italy

Dean Martin may have compared pizza pies to “amore”, but for this travel journalist, few dishes quite rival a good slice. Although I’m a huge fan of Sicilian-style pizza, I’ve dined on delicious ones outside of Italy, too. ADVERTISEMENT ADVERTISEMENT Naturally, Italy will always wear the crown of the world’s…

Andros Routes: Paths leading to the island’s natural heritage

By&nbspApostolos Staikos&nbsp&&nbspAndros Routes Published on 07/07/2026 – 7:00 GMT+2 In 2010, a project was launched on Andros that radically changed the Greek island’s cultural and tourism identity. It was an initiative that had nothing to do with beaches, sun or sea. ADVERTISEMENT ADVERTISEMENT On the initiative of the non-profit organisation…

Levi’s debuts “couture jeans” in Paris

Can you wear jeans to a black-tie affair? You can now… at least in Paris. That’s because renowned French designer Christelle Kocher just launched a collection of jeans ahead of Haute Couture week in partnership with Levi’s — oui, the same brand where you got a pair of $21.99 cutoffs…

The Dean Munich marks Irish hotel brand’s second opening in Germany

Published on 07/07/2026 – 7:00 GMT+2 Irish hospitality brand The Dean has opened the doors to its new design-led hotel in Munich – its second property in Germany following the opening of The Dean Berlin in February. ADVERTISEMENT ADVERTISEMENT Located in Munich’s Westend district, the 281-room boutique property is just…

Voodoo Doughnut suddenly shutters after short run in Venice

VooDoo Doughnut, the quirky Portland-based doughnut chain known for its wild flavors and cult-like following, has quietly shuttered its Venice Beach location after just one year in business. Located at 66 Windward Avenue, the storefront appears to have quietly ceased its operations sometime in June. While the company website still…

Catania Airport suspends flights following Mount Etna activity

Sicily’s busiest airport has suspended all departures and arrivals following volcanic activity at Mount Etna. ADVERTISEMENT ADVERTISEMENT According to a statement from Catania Airport, flights will be suspended until at least 6 pm CEST. Passengers are being told not to travel to the airport without checking the status of their…