8 h. ago Cruise passengers to face tourist tax in major holiday destination

Travellers, including cruise passengers are set to face a new tourist tax in a major European holiday destination.

Politics

17 h. ago West Lothian 'tourist tax' could bring in £1m as council urged to push forward

But while councillors welcomed the start of consultations agreed this week, the Tories branded the proposals a tourist tax which would hit local business and discourage visitors.

Economics

39 h. ago Airport roof collapses in major holiday destination as passengers sent into frenzy

The roof allegedly collapsed in the arrivals hall, sending passengers in a panic. A recording shows broke glass and wooden panelling strewn across the airport floor.

Politics

43 h. ago We survived the most vile cruise in history where passengers acted like 'animals'... the new Netflix special makes us sick

Stranded passengers - choking on the overwhelming stench - were told to urinate in showers and defecate into biohazard bags as they turned into 'animals' and fought over food supplies.

Events

58 h. ago We survived the most vile cruise in history where passengers acted like 'animals'... we couldn't even watch the Netflix trailer

Stranded passengers - choking on the overwhelming stench - were told to urinate in showers and defecate into biohazard bags as they turned into 'animals' and fought over food supplies.

Events

66 h. ago Airline cancels all flights to and from some major destinations due to conflict

Several major airlines across the globe have pulled services taking travellers to major holiday hotspots across the Middle East due to the escalating tensions between Israel and Iran

Events

69 h. ago Major Greece evacuation on holiday island after massive wildfires

More than 100 firefighters have been battling a large wildfire, with emergency services ordering the evacuation of a dozen areas

Events

2 d. ago Carnival Cruise Line’s loyal customers could lose their VIFP status by 2028 due to a new rewards scheme

What Carnival Cruise Line’s new rewards scheme means for you amid passenger backlash

Economics

3 d. ago Flights axed from UK to hotspots including Dubai after Donald Trump bombs Iran

Some travellers faced huge disruptions after all scheduled flights from a major airport to holiday spots Dubai and Doha were cancelled.

Politics

4 d. ago Tourist taxes: be careful what you wish for, because holidaymakers have choices too

The Man Who Pays His Way: Fees for visitors are worthwhile only if they are substantial and change behaviour

Politics

5 d. ago South Ayrshire Tourist Tax put on the back burner for two years

The upfront costs, a lack of definitive 'cash benefit', and industry opposition led to councillors agreeing to pause the project for at least a couple of years.

Events

6 d. ago The three Royal Caribbean mega cruise ships set for an upgrade in 2026

Royal Caribbean passengers will be able to enjoy three ‘amplified’ cruise ships in 2026

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7 d. ago South Ayrshire: The Scottish council, that covers Trump Turnberry, that has shelved tourist tax plans

A tourist tax is going ahead in Edinburgh, with a separate vote in Glasgow on Thursday, but South Ayrshire will no longer progress its own plans.

Politics

7 d. ago Three holiday destinations make major airport change to make it easier for UK passport

There are now 48 places where people can use passport eGates

Politics

7 d. ago Tourists issued major advice after Brit dies from rabies after holiday dog bite

A British man has died after being bitten by a rabies-infected dog whilst visiting Morocco. The UK Health Security Agency has warned holidaymakers what to do if they have been bitten by an animal in an affected country

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8 d. ago Major European holiday destination in major airport change so Brits avoid queues

UK passport holders can now skip lengthy waits to get their documents stamped at the airport in Sofia, Bulgaria by using the e-gates system as part of the new deal EU-UK deal

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8 d. ago Major European holiday destination in huge airport change so Brits avoid queues

UK passport holders can now skip lengthy waits to get their documents stamped at the airport in Sofia, Bulgaria by using the e-gates system as part of the new deal EU-UK deal

Politics

1 week ago Butlin's major holiday park revamp with brand new attractions and deals from £69

With a massive sale on all breaks across 2025 and 2026 , there's never been a better time to discover what's new at Butlin's

Economics

1 week ago ‘You worry what’s going to come next’: Iranians brace themselves as war looms

Israel’s successful strikes against Tehran’s military leadership make the already unpopular Islamic government look increasingly shakyDespite the strikes earlier in the day, Sahar* and her family decided to take a stroll in one of Tehran’s parks on Friday night, the eve of Eid al-Ghadir, a major Shia holiday. But, instead of the usual festive fireworks, the sky was lit up by bright red anti-aircraft missiles streaking across the horizon.“Seeing Iranian missiles over your heads worries you, you worry what’s going to come next. Will it be a war, destruction?” said Sahar over the phone. She sent a video to the Guardian that shows people in the park hurriedly packing up and looking up as the crack of anti-aircraft munitions rings out overhead. Continue reading...

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1 week ago Cruise passenger left 'fuming' after discovering why people were flirting with him

US-based TikTokker Ricky Bobby has revealed the shocking reason he received so much attention from strangers while they were on a cruise.

Politics