3 d. ago EU confirms it wants UK to pay into its budget in exchange for closer ties

‘Politically realistic’ for UK to make financial contribution so it can access European single market, Irish minister saysThe UK must pay into the EU budget for future participation in the European single market, it has been confirmed, in what could become a major test for the post-Brexit reset.Ireland’s Europe minister, Thomas Byrne, said EU member states had decided the UK should make a financial contribution for closer ties: “Ireland wants to see Britain getting the benefit of closer engagement with the European Union. Continue reading...

Economics

3 d. ago European Christmas market swaps: 5 hidden gems to visit instead of the tourist traps

As big-name markets become inundated with visitors across Europe, these five hidden gems in Paris, Amsterdam, Berlin, Dublin and Copenhagen provide authentic, crowd-free experiences.

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4 d. ago Step Inside a Cozy London Townhouse Full of Color, Character, and Christmas Charm

Step Inside a Cozy London Townhouse Full of Color, Character, and Christmas Charm  Homes and Gardens

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6 d. ago Magical market town surrounded by mountains and islands voted best place to live

The town is known for being very clean and was recently voted the best place to live in the country. It is surrounded by mountains and islands, and has some great pubs

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6 d. ago Magical Christmas market among best in Europe is just a £31 flight from Manchester Airport

It's known for its fairytale setting, gorgeous buildings and delicious sweet treats

Economics

6 d. ago Fairytale city with direct £29 Manchester flights named cheapest for Christmas market breaks

This European capital city is filled with an enchanting Christmas market, Art Nouveau architecture and a festive food scene. It has now been named the cheapest for a Christmas market break

Economics

7 d. ago The ‘best value’ cities to visit for a Christmas market break on a budget

Analysis took into account costs such as return flights, bed and breakfast accommodation, meals and refreshments bought at the markets

Economics

8 d. ago Tiny European country with enchanting Christmas market and free public transport

The destination is one of the smallest nations in Europe, but it's a winter wonderland with Christmas markets and a UNESCO-listed capital city that is known for being easy to walk around

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8 d. ago European Christmas market breaks where a beer costs less than £2.50

Are you looking for an affordable Christmas getaway, or more importantly a cheap pint? Here is where you can get a drink for £2.49

Economics

8 d. ago In this new Age of Empires, why UK must choose Europe over isolation

Most of the UK’s economic problems since Brexit would have been avoided if it had stayed in the European Single Market and Customs Union and it’s time to move closer to the EU, writes former Belgian Prime Minister Guy Verhofstadt

Politics

1 week ago The Secret Santa Project review – festive romcom tries for the Love Actually style multiple story strands

Set in a London council office, this clunky Christmas comedy interweaves a handful of storylines but musters only a brief flicker of cosy charmFeelgood Christmas romcoms are like school nativity plays: you can forgive a lot in return for a toasty warm festive glow. The Secret Santa Project, based on a book by Tracy Bloom and set in a London council’s accounting department, manages a brief flicker of cosy charm in places but in truth it’s bit of a Christmas clunker.Like Richard Curtis’s Love Actually this is a film with a handful of interwoven storylines. Samantha Giles plays Diane, the grinchy head of accounts who in the tradition of London romcoms walks to work over Westminster bridge past Big Ben; she would love to see Christmas cancelled and save the council a few pounds. Her husband Leon (Mark Williams) is a panto director, and Diane suspects he’s got a thing going on with Snow White. This plot line is not a million miles from Emma Thompson’s in Love Actually, but it bungles alo...

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2 w. ago Pretty Lake District market towm with the 'best view in Europe' is perfect for autumn

The town is cradled between two of the Lake District's most popular mountain hikes

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2 w. ago Quintana Roo boosts its European presence during London World Travel Market fair

Quintana Roo boosts its European presence during London World Travel Market fair  Riviera Maya News

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2 w. ago Driving competition: China’s carmakers in race to dominate Europe’s roads

Chinese manufacturers are using the electric transition to seize market share, with the UK as their gatewayWhen Tesla wanted to catch the eye of British buyers, it put its cars and bright signage at a dealership in west London’s prominent Hogarth roundabout. Exposure to half a million drivers every day helped the US carmaker to become the dominant electric vehicle seller in the UK. Yet drivers passing by that site now see something different: twin Chinese brands Omoda and Jaecoo, both owned by the state-controlled manufacturer Chery.Chinese cars are on a roll across Europe – they outsold Korean rivals in western Europe for the first time in September. That success is highly reliant on the UK. Of the half a million Chinese cars sold in western Europe between January and September, 30% were bought by Britons, according to Matthias Schmidt, a Berlin-based automotive analyst. Continue reading...

Transport

2 w. ago Charming UK town set to transform into bustling Christmas market this winter

The town's Christmas markets are a must-visit for anyone looking to get into the festive spirit, with a wide range of stalls selling everything from food and drink to handmade gifts

Politics

2 w. ago Charming French town with beautiful Christmas market so close it could be a day trip

Lille in France is the perfect destination for an extreme day trip, with the Eurostar from London taking just an hour and 22 minutes to reach the city

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2 w. ago The commuter city an hour from London with Christmas market named 1 of best in Europe

The commuter city an hour from London with Christmas market named 1 of best in Europe  MyLondon

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3 w. ago 'Charming' Christmas market is one of Europe's best with £27 flights in December

If you're looking for a fun and festive Christmas market, then you'll be delighted to know there's one in Europe that's been ranked one of the very best and it's also very cheap to get to.

Economics

3 w. ago Greek airline will run direct flights to Baghdad starting in December

An official says a Greek airline will start running direct flights from the European Union country to Baghdad before the end of the year

Politics

3 w. ago 'Fairytale' European Christmas market selling 86p mulled wine with £32 UK flights

Christmas is fast approaching, and for anyone looking to book a last-minute festive getaway, there are plenty of European options

Economics