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For those who enjoy a travel experience with a supernatural twist, ghost tours, vampire trails, and haunted castles are becoming increasingly popular options. These destinations offer more than just a scenic holiday—they provide immersive encounters with history and folklore that appeal to the thrill-seeking traveller. With data-backed insights from experts like Audley Travel, these chilling destinations provide unique ways to explore fascinating cultures and historic locations, all while keeping an eye out for things that go bump in the night. From the bustling streets of historic towns in the United States to the haunted halls of medieval castles in Japan,…
Owners of self-catering holiday accommodation who are considering selling up are being urged to act fast to avoid being hit by increased tax bills. New taxation rules proposed in the recent Budget will see the discontinuation of Business Asset Disposal Relief (BADR) in April 2025 for furnished holiday lets (FHLs), meaning those selling their FHLs after this date will no longer qualify for Capital Gains Tax at a reduced rate of 10 per cent. Instead, the rate will increase to between 18 and 24 per cent depending on their taxable income. Lindsay Farrer, a Managing Partner at leading Cumbrian accountancy…
Travel Expert, Will Sarson, reveals why themed cruises have become so popular within the travel industry, with search interest rising by 15% over the past three months Themed cruises are growing in popularity, with search interest increasing by 15% over the past three months. With 2025 just around the corner, this unique holiday type is expected to remain popular – but why? To explore this further, Will Sarson, Travel Expert at Riviera Travel, has revealed the benefits of themed cruises and offered his expert insight into why this holiday type is currently so popular among travellers. The Rise of Themed Cruises Will said: “Themed cruises offer…
Travel experts at Seine River Cruises analysed data from skiresort.info and booking.com to identify the most cost-effective ski resorts in France. The researchers examined a total of 193 resorts to determine the top 10, ranking them by evaluating a range of key factors. Each resort received an overall affordability score out of 100, which served as the basis for the final ranking. These factors include overall resort ratings, elevation difference, peak altitude, and the total slope length, as well as the breakdown of slopes into easy, intermediate, and advanced levels, and the number of ski lifts available. The study also considered ticket prices…
ROL Cruise, the UK’s No. 1 independent cruise retailer, is excited to announce its transformation into an Employee Ownership Trust (EOT), granting a majority stake of the company to its dedicated staff. This significant milestone marks the beginning of a new era for the business as it enters its 30th anniversary in 2025, kicking off a year-long celebration of achievements and future ambitions. The move to an EOT is designed to safeguard the independence of ROL Cruise, ensuring the company’s legacy remains in the hands of the loyal staff who have been pivotal to its success. With this new ownership…
CityHub, the urban lifestyle hotel brand, is bringing its signature blend of cutting-edge technology and sustainable design to the Icelandic capital of Reykjavik this November. Officially opening in the heart of the Hverfisgata district on 16th November, and with bookings already available through its website, CityHub Reykjavik promises a unique, digitally-driven stay perfect for tech-savvy travellers looking to explore Iceland like a local. Known for reinventing the traditional hotel experience, CityHub offers modern, pod-style ‘Hubs’, prefabricated units designed in collaboration with Studio Uberdutch, for ultimate comfort and privacy. With 89 Hubs and 4 accessible rooms equipped with smart technology, guests can fully…
Unbranded items like glasses, clothing and accessories are the most commonly lost, followed by wearable tech and branded items ● Confused.com surveyed Brits who have lost items while travelling, with more than 2 in 5 (43%) losing items in the airport ● The research found that the most common place for losing items was sitting at the terminal (37%), waiting at a restaurant, bar or cafe (31%) and at security (23%). ● More than 1 in 5 (22%) had to replace the item while on holiday as it was an essential. ● Confused.com has launched a QR code tool to help this problem. Airport…
The Maldives Resort Seeks to Attract the Group Travel Market in 2025 To meet the growing trend of multigenerational and group travel, Seaside Finolhu Baa Atoll Maldives, the idyllic island playground resort renowned for its stunning natural beauty and vibrant atmosphere, is thrilled to announce the introduction of a new room category designed to better accommodate larger travel parties. In addition, the resort is set to launch an exciting Teen Club and Art Lab, rounding off the experience for families and groups. As multigenerational and group travel continues to grow in popularity (according to studies up to 40% of the leisure sector…
Travel experts at Seine River Cruises analysed data from skiresort.info and booking.com to identify the top 10 most affordable family-friendly ski resorts in France for winter 2024. The researchers examined 193 resorts to determine the best options, ranking them based on a range of key factors. Each resort received an overall affordability score out of 100, which determined its position in the final ranking. Factors assessed included resort ratings, elevation difference, peak altitude, total slope length, and the distribution of slopes into easy, intermediate, and advanced levels, as well as the number of available ski lifts. The study also considered ticket prices…
InteleTravel has expanded its head office team on the back of record sales and commission payments to agents. Geraldine Nolan has been promoted to the newly created role of director, partner relations as InteleTravel’s 2025 Partner Engagement Programme gains momentum with a full calendar of confirmed activity for preferred partners. Barbro Kurkov joins as marketing communications executive from Global Payment Solutions company Privalgo, reporting into Nolan. Pearl Vora boosts the finance team as finance executive support, after gaining a Master of Sciences degree with a merit in finance and investments, reporting into head of finance, Chris Walsh. The Republic of…