FOR those with a fear of flying, or perhaps just want to lessen their carbon footprint, travelling by train is a perfect alternative. There is now a brand new high-speed train that takes passengers from Paris and Berlin, making European travel even more accessible. 2 The new bullet train takes… New ‘bullet’ train to connect … Read more
SCOTS dashing to get home for Christmas are facing some festive setbacks as high winds spark travel chaos. The country is currently under a yellow wind warning as ferocious gusts reach speeds of more than 80mph. 4 Ferocious winds are battering the country (Archive image)Credit: John Kirkby -… Christmas travel thrown into chaos as Scotland … Read more
COMMUTERS face a travel nightmare before Christmas as Scotrail bosses struggle to convince drivers to accept overtime on days off. The nationalised train operator expects weekend cancellations due to staff shortages in spite of a recruitment drive and wage rises. 2 Cancellations are likely across… ScotRail braced for fresh cancellations as driver shortage continues …C0NTINUE … Read more
BRITS are warning of “absolute bedlam” as 22 million people hit roads and hundreds are stuck in huge airport queues. It is the “busiest Christmas getaway on record”, according to the Royal Automobile Club (RAC) – with travellers rushing home on the final Saturday before Christmas. 3 Gridlocked… ‘Absolute bedlam’ as 22 MILLION hit roads … Read more
“SCOTLAND? I thought we were going on holiday!?” That was my six-year-old’s response when I told him we were heading up north for a ‘wee break’. 12 Where you find the stunning Ulbster Arms Hotel & Lodges 12 We were lucky enough to spend a weekend in this gorgeous lodge 12 Joanne, Ollie and… Award-winning … Read more
“THIS isn’t a house, it’s more like a mansion,” squealed six-year-old Eva as we set foot inside what was our home for the weekend. We were staying at five-bedroom, four-bathroom Cleveland House in Winterton-on-Sea, a pretty coastal village in Norfolk. 5 The five-bedroom, four-bathroom… The pretty English coastal village with huge sandy beaches where you … Read more
THE mighty sand-coloured Philae Temple rises up from Agilkia Island, as if floating on the River Nile. The huge structure is certainly a sight to behold. 5 The awesome Temple of Philae on Agilikia islandCredit: Getty 5 Take in the wonders of Luxor TempleCredit: Getty 5 A plush cabin on the Crown… I went on the … Read more
LOOKING for a last-minute Christmas pressie for someone who loves travel? Sophie Swietochowski has some great suggestions for jet-setting loved ones, from stocking fillers to blow-out gifts that are sure to get you on the nice list. 4 Wine lovers will relish a two-hour e-bike experience in… The 15 last-minute travel gifts that you can … Read more
IT’S the Perfect Storm on the shortest day of the year – an 85mph tempest set to wreck the seasonal build-up to Christmas. Festive travellers have been warned to expect delays and cancellations as the final weekend before the big day arrives with warnings for wind, rain, thunder and snow. Scotland braces for impact as … Read more
A TUI flight attendant was rushed to hospital after falling from a plane at a UK airport. An investigation has been launched into the horror plunge at East Midlands Airport at around 4.30pm on December 16. The stewardess is understood to have opened the aircraft door as the plane was preparing to… TUI flight attendant … Read more