Author: News Team
A recent study has unveiled the most sought-after bucket list landmarks for British travellers, as well as the staggering costs involved in ticking off each dream holiday destination. Using Google search data to rank these landmarks, the study also accounts for ticket and flight costs, offering a glimpse into the price tag of fulfilling a dream holiday itinerary. The study, conducted by travel specialists at Dubai Tours & Tickets, examined monthly Google search volumes for each landmark, alongside average travel expenses. It also identified the peak months for tourism at each site and when it’s best to visit for a…
A new hotel aimed at digital nomads and solo travellers has opened in Vancouver, promising a more affordable stay in one of Canada’s most expensive cities. The Panda Pod Hotel offers private, pod-style rooms for under $100 a night after tax, significantly reducing the cost of accommodation in Vancouver. With its vibrant culture and stunning scenery, Vancouver has long been a desirable destination for travellers. However, the high cost of living and lack of cheap hotels has posed challenges for those looking to explore the city on a budget. The Panda Pod Hotel seeks to address this issue by providing…
A new report reveals that TUI has secured its position as the market leader in the UK travel booking industry, recording a remarkable 24% increase in online visibility over the past year. This growth comes amid a sector-wide increase of 4% in online search traffic, signalling a rising interest in travel among consumers. The annual report from Salience Search Marketing highlights key players in the online UK travel booking sector, analysing 11 critical performance indicators, including year-on-year visibility, search volume trends, and brand awareness. TUI’s extensive range of holiday packages has undoubtedly contributed to its dominant position. Following TUI, easyJet…
Cornwall Airport Newquay has been honoured with the top prize in the Small Airport category at the AirportsUK Health & Safety Week Awards 2024. The award ceremony recognised the airport’s outstanding efforts in ensuring the health and safety of its passengers and staff. The annual awards, sponsored by Leidos and supported by both the UK Civil Aviation Authority (CAA) and the Health and Safety Executive (HSE), celebrate the best health and safety initiatives at airports across the country. Cornwall Airport Newquay secured victory in its category, while Farnborough Airport was highly commended. This accolade follows the UK Airports Health and…
A new survey by easyJet Holidays has revealed that 81% of British parents believe their romantic spark has fizzled due to the demands of parenting, with only 20% regularly enjoying date nights with their partners. In response, easyJet Holidays has launched a new package to help exhausted parents reconnect, featuring spa treatments, romantic dinners, and champagne on arrival. The survey, which polled 1,750 parents, highlights the challenges couples face when trying to balance parenting with their relationships. Lack of sleep, household chores, and the constant demands of entertaining children emerged as the top ‘passion killers,’ with many parents admitting they…
New research has unveiled the UK’s most in-demand travel destinations, with the West African island nation of Cape Verde taking the top spot. The study, conducted by Dubai Tours & Tickets, analysed Google search data over the past year, examining 250 countries and utilising seven key search terms such as “holidays,” “flights,” and “trips” to reveal the UK’s most popular destinations. Cape Verde emerged as the frontrunner, attracting an average of 93,879 monthly searches from eager UK travellers. Notably, the search term “Holiday Cabo Verde” dominated, making up a significant 78,208 of these searches. Coming in second place is the…
Sicily is gearing up to welcome visitors aboard its historic trains once again, as the popular rail programme returns for its sixth year. Running until 8 December 2024, the programme offers travellers the chance to explore the island’s cultural and historical landmarks in vintage carriages from the 1930s. The project, organised by the Regional Department of Tourism in collaboration with the Fondazione FS Italiane and FS Treni Turistici Italiani, promises a more immersive experience than ever before, with 33 themed journeys planned across Sicily’s most scenic railway routes. One of the key aims of this initiative is to extend Sicily’s…
Pegasus Airlines has unveiled a pioneering new feature, offering AI-generated in-flight announcements in multiple languages. The Turkish low-cost carrier has introduced the technology to improve the travel experience for its passengers, providing announcements in Spanish, Arabic, and Russian, in addition to English. Launched in October 2024, the new system has already been rolled out on flights to destinations where these languages are commonly spoken. The first of these AI-generated announcements debuted on a flight to Seville, Spain, on 24 September, with passengers greeted in Spanish before receiving the usual flight details. The multilingual announcements are designed to make the flying…
British commuters are being urged to remain vigilant after a cyber-security attack targeted 19 major railway stations across the UK, including London Euston, Manchester Piccadilly, and Liverpool Lime Street. The hack, which took place last week, redirected rail passengers attempting to access station websites to a page displaying Islamophobic messages. Network Rail, which manages the affected stations, has since launched an investigation into the incident. Experts at London Tickets & Tours have issued travel warning news for travellers to take extra precautions when using public wi-fi in busy urban areas and train stations. Magdalena Petrusic, a travel expert from London…