Dianne Apen-Sadler

Residences

Beyond five stars: 10 signs you’re staying in an ultra-luxury hotel

The five-star rating system can’t account for the personalised service offered at the very best hotels around the world.

3 November 2026

Travel News

These are the best and worst European cities for solo travellers

A new ranking for solo travel has evaluated the most visited European cities by looking at things like accommodation costs and the perception of safety.

2 November 2026

Travel News

NYC’s Times Square is getting a new hotel with a rooftop pool

New York City’s most iconic address is getting a 1,800-key hotel, bringing with it plenty more reasons to visit.

30 October 2026

Travel News

These are the best-value destinations to visit in 2027

You could save up to two-thirds on flight prices and hotel stays by selecting the right city for your next holiday.

30 October 2026

Travel News

Inside Copenhagen’s swanky new ‘water culture house’

Set to open on Paper Island in early December, KAI will have multiple pools, wellness facilities and also offer bathers access to the harbour’s waters for swimming.

30 October 2026

Travel News

The world’s 20 most-visited museums – and five are in Europe

China dominated the list, claiming the number one spot with the Palace Museum in Beijing and having 12 entries in the top 20 overall.

30 October 2026

Travel News

Low-cost airline Jet2 unveils business class-only charter plane

The Boeing 737-800NG has 76 business class seats and is based out of Liverpool John Lennon Airport.

29 October 2026

Moments

Festive voyages: Europe’s top Christmas market river cruises

Choose between a sailing along the Main, the Danube or the Rhine, getting your fix of mulled wine and roasted chestnuts on the way.

29 October 2026

Travel News

Ranked: The best and worst European airlines for compensation claims

TAP Air Portugal, LOT Polish Airlines and Wizz Air were ranked the most honest airlines in Europe, according to AirAdvisor data.

29 October 2026

Travel News

Flying with Ryanair? Baggage drop-off rules are changing

Europe’s largest airline made the change to ensure customers have more time to clear airport security and passport control.

28 October 2026

Travel News

Black Friday 2026: Tips for securing the best flight and hotel deals

We might not celebrate Thanksgiving in Europe, but that doesn’t mean you can’t snag yourself a holiday bargain this November.

28 October 2026

Residences

Halloween mad? These are the most haunted hotels in Europe

From heartbroken lovers to airmen who have fallen to their untimely deaths, these hotels on the continent have guests with no respect for the 11am checkout time.

27 October 2026

Travel News

London’s most famous shopping street is now pedestrianised

Ahead of the holiday season, cars, buses and bikes are banned from nearly a kilometre of Oxford Street.

27 October 2026

Travel News

Airbnb changed its check-out chore rules – and hosts are fuming

Some are calling for a boycott of the short-term rental platform after hosts were banned from asking guests to strip bed linens or do the washing up.

26 October 2026

Destinations

How to spend 24 hours in Lithuania’s capital city Vilnius

From strolling around the UNESCO-listed Old Town to reading the constitution of the independent republic Užupis, Lithuania’s capital city is perfect to explore in just one day.

26 October 2026

Destinations

The world’s best places to visit for autumn foliage

The top spot went to Québec City, with only one European destination making the cut.

23 October 2026

Travel News

This airline will cover the cost of a baby’s first passport in the UK

Parents can get a £66.50 (€79.40) discount on easyJet holidays if travelling with an infant under the age of two.

22 October 2026

Travel News

Peru scraps advance reservations for tickets to visit Machu Picchu

The new system also means that only named tickets are available for purchase, so you’ll need to make sure your ID matches to explore the 15th-century Inca site.

22 October 2026

Travel News

Airbnb bans check-out chores like taking bins out

Hosts can no longer ask guests to do anything that would take “significant effort or time, or would typically be performed by a cleaner”.

21 October 2026

Travel News

You can now book an entirely child-free holiday – including the flight

JetBlue Vacations has teamed up with Virgin Voyages for a four-night trip on board Brilliant Lady which includes a dedicated adults-only flight from New York.

21 October 2026