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UK’s first live-action historical show park to open in July

The UK is preparing for a clash to rival the Battle of Stamford Bridge, with former friends pitted against each other, echoing drums and lots of vikings, all taking place in an arena. ADVERTISEMENT ADVERTISEMENT No, we don’t mean Norway vs England in the World Cup on Saturday – we’re…

Why ‘alpine summer’ is one of this year’s coolest travel trends

Published on 08/07/2026 – 7:00 GMT+2 As Europe braces itself for another heatwave, demand for holidays in cooler destinations remains a very hot topic in travel right now. ADVERTISEMENT ADVERTISEMENT First coined by Condé Nast Traveller in its 2024 industry predictions, the “coolcationing” travel trend has since evolved, spinning off…

Canary Islands’ voluntary tourist tax to fund sustainability projects

Known for their year-round sunshine, mild climate, beaches perfect for relaxation or watersports, and rich biodiversity, the Canary Islands are a popular tourist destination. ADVERTISEMENT ADVERTISEMENT In 2025, the Spanish archipelago welcomed 18.4 million visitors who stayed for an average of around nine days. Unlike other Spanish destinations, such as…

No passport needed: Use your face for a ‘fast pass’ in Qatar’s airport

Published on 07/07/2026 – 14:12 GMT+2 Passengers flying on Qatar Airways from Doha will now be able to breeze through the airport using just their face as their passport following the launch of a new biometric service. ADVERTISEMENT ADVERTISEMENT Implemented by Hamad International Airport (HIA) and Qatar Airways, in partnership…

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…