92 m. ago School holidays blamed as interest rate rises more than expected

Most economists had been forecasting inflation to rise to 3.7%

Politics

2 h. ago Hot springs, empty beaches, forests and wine: exploring the unspoilt Greek island of Ikaria

On a trip to the eastern Aegean isle with my mum after my dad died, we found inspiring landscapes, delicious local produce, and a profound sense of peaceThere are no signs to the hot spring, but I locate it on the map and we drive to the end of the paved road. Overlooking the sea is a stone bench someone has dedicated to her parents, “with gratitude and love as deep as the Aegean”. My dad died recently and the words strike home. I’m glad my mum has joined me on this little adventure.We walk down to the deserted cove at Agia Kyriaki thermal springs. There are old fishing shacks with stone-slab roofs, and shuttered cottages. Down an unmarked path, we find a rock pool where hot waters bubble gently from the sand, blending with the sea to a perfect temperature. Immersed in the healing mineral bath, I look up at juniper trees and blue sky, lulled by lapping waves and cicadas. Continue reading...

Politics

2 h. ago Brits warned to make vital check with their GP before heading on holiday

There are a lot of things to remember while preparing for a holiday - but the NHS has urged all travellers to book in with their GP ahead of their travels in order to stay safe

Events

2 h. ago 'My neighbour massively overstepped while we were away and it's weird'

A man was left baffled when he came back from his holiday to find his neighbour had done something for him which he definitely hadn't asked them to – and was concerned

Politics

3 h. ago Misunderstanding UK parking rule could cost you £100 during a summer staycation

This little-known parking rule is catching motorists out, especially the staycation tourists, hitting them with an immediate £100 fine, experts say to research before parking up for your holiday

Economics

5 h. ago Surprising item the Royal Family labels before travelling and why you should too

The items used by everyone that often are left unlabelled when travelling on holiday to save space, is medication, which even the Royal Family must abide by when travelling to save the airport stress

Politics

7 h. ago Grim discovery after Giovanni Pelletier sent mum chilling text and then went missing

Giovanni Pelletier's body was discovered - with "no signs of any trauma" in a pond - days after he went missing during a family holiday in Florida, authorities said

Events

7 h. ago Tech expert's holiday phone hack every parent should know before travelling

Tech expert shares the simple phone hack that can keep children safe on holiday, parents should enable this setting on smartphones, as risk doubles for the type of content kids can reach when abroad

Technology

9 h. ago Do YOU have 'tipping torment' when abroad? Half of holidaymakers fear awkward faux pas

Almost half of holidaymakers are not confident about tipping restaurant staff or taxi drivers when abroad, new research reveals.

Events

10 h. ago How to spot a French flea market bargain that could pay for your holiday: TV guru DAN HATFIELD shares his tips

Scattered across France's villages and town squares are brocantes - part flea market, part antiques emporium and, for those in the know, a goldmine.

Economics

10 h. ago Butlin's Hospitality Weekender returns as loaded DnB lineup finally announced

Butlin's is once again collaborating with Hospitality to put on their best adult event of the year as ravers prepare to take over the UK holiday park for a weekend jam-packed with DnB icons

Politics

14 h. ago DWP confirms full list of benefits that will be paid early due to August bank holiday weekend

The early payment arrangement will apply to all major benefits this week

Economics

14 h. ago Hurricane Erin to batter UK over bank holiday weekend with monster winds and downpours

The major category 3 hurricane is currently near the Bahamas and is set to sweep across the Atlantic before heading this way to unleash its wrath on Brits

Politics

15 h. ago Stacey Solomon claps back at criticism over 'very expensive' trip with Molly

Stacey Solomon recently took her family on a luxury holiday to a very swanky retreat in Turkey and "spent the first part of her holiday" with Molly-Mae Hague and Tommy Fury

Politics

16 h. ago DWP issues reminder to millions on benefits as payments to be affected this weekend

Universal Credit, PIP and more will be affected by the August bank holiday weekend

Economics

16 h. ago Lake District holidaymakers warned of harmful bacteria in pollution 'hotspots'

Most of Lake Windermere polluted with sewage bacteria, biggest survey of its kind finds after a Citizen Science Project finds

Events

17 h. ago Brits start missing home comforts just five days into holidays says study

A study of 2,000 holidaymakers reveals that, on average, travellers begin to miss home just five days into their holiday

Events

17 h. ago Stop flies coming into your home this summer with expert's clever trick

As temperatures soar in the UK, many people are seeing an increase in fruit flies swarming their homes, but there are some simple solutions you can try over the Bank Holiday Weekend

Politics

17 h. ago 'You only need 20 items': How to create the perfect capsule travel wardrobe

Guilty of over-packing? Vicky Jessop asks the pros how to create a chic holiday wardrobe, while staying within the baggage limit

Events

18 h. ago How benefit and pension payment dates will change over bank holiday weekend

The usual payment date will be changing due to the bank holiday

Economics