‘An underground museum’: Inside Greece’s astonishing new £2.5billion driverless metro system that unearthed more than 300,000 treasures, many of which are on display in the stations

by travel expert | Dec 2, 2024 | Latest Travel News

A driverless metro system hailed as ‘unique in the world’ opened on Saturday in Greece’s second city, Thessaloniki.The 9.6km (six-mile) line cost three billion euros (£2.5billion) and in the course of construction – which lasted almost 20 years...

How to save a fortune by stocking up on booze in Calais: JEFF MILLS reveals the astonishing bargains, where to shop and stay and how you can claim back VAT

by travel expert | Dec 2, 2024 | Latest Travel News

Let’s be honest, Calais doesn’t enjoy the best of reputations. The small boats issue has seen to that – but, actually, the city has smartened up and a couple of 20-something Frenchmen, who run a shop in the town centre selling skateboard clothing, are even...

The best bargain holidays on offer this ‘Travel Tuesday’: It’s the day of the year when they’re at their most affordable, so if you’re itching to book your next getaway, check out these top-notch deals

by travel expert | Dec 1, 2024 | Latest Travel News

With Black Friday still in full swing and Travel Tuesday happening next week, we’ve rounded up some of the best offers available.If you’re in the mood to spoil loved ones with an unforgettable Christmas gift or itching to book your next getaway, these top-notch deals...

The 18 cosiest Christmas cottages that could be straight out of Hollywood… and unlike the one in The Holiday (which Jude Law says is a fake), you CAN rent all these beauties

by travel expert | Dec 1, 2024 | Latest Travel News

One of the reasons The Holiday has become such an enduring and beloved Christmas film is the charming cottage where much of the action takes place.But this week, Jude Law revealed that it does not actually exist, leaving many fans including BBC Radio 2 host Zoe Ball,...

I’m a Canadian and I love coming to England and visiting Christmas markets – here are my top five (and the ‘overpriced and overcrowded’ ones to avoid)

by travel expert | Dec 1, 2024 | Latest Travel News

Is the constant wind and rain making you feel gloomy?A trip to a Christmas market for some festive cheer could be the answer. But be careful – go to the wrong one and your mood might end up worsening.Here to steer you towards some of England’s most delightful...

00-heaven! Inside the real spectacular locations used in James Bond blockbusters from mountain top lair to a tropical island

by travel expert | Dec 1, 2024 | Latest Travel News

A filming location for legendary James Bond film On Her Majesty’s Secret Service has inspired a new book by bestselling author Ruth Kelly. Kelly’s new novel The Ice Retreat sees her reimagine the setting of Blofeld’s Lair from the movie –...