Travel in Britain

A decent carry-on is arguably the most essential piece of luggage one can own. They’re roomy enough for a long weekend—sometimes up to a week with clever packing—and offer the best way to avoid long lines at the baggage carousel, additional check-in fees, and potential lost luggage issues all at once. Recently, British luggage brand Antler relaunched its Clifton Cabin with Pocket with a chicer, more minimal finish—and we’ve found that it’s an especially good buy for business travelers.

Apollo Global Management, an asset management company and private equity firm, and The Travel Corporation (TTC), a private travel company that owns 18 travel brands, announced an agreement for Apollo-managed funds to acquire TTC.

IHG Hotels & Resorts announces expansion in Spain with four new properties, adding over 500 rooms, reflecting strong growth and market confidence.

Every Child Can Fly’ campaign is now live onboard easyJet flights to support UNICEF’s aim of achieving quality education for all children by 2030. Over 29 million customers flying with easyJet across more than 190,000 flights over the summer have the opportunity to help raise vital funds through onboard collections.

In June, Brussels Airport recorded 2.1 million passengers, marking a 4% increase from June 2023. Throughout the first half of 2024, the airport saw nearly 11 million passengers, a 6% growth year-on-year.

The Althoff Collection is set to relaunch the historic “Villa Kennedy” as “The Florentin,” a luxury hotel in Frankfurt with 147 rooms, opening in summer 2025.

The Tourism Authority of Thailand (TAT) is aiming to increase tourism revenue in the country by 7.5% next year.

We’re getting ever closer to 6 October - the day when the EU’s new Entry/Exit System (EES) is set to come into force for travellers. 

Want a summer beach holiday but worried about the heatwaves in Europe?

Going into the Euro 2024 semi-final on Wednesday, some oft-burned England fans were convinced their team wouldn’t take the win - but they did, beating the Netherlands 2-1.

For nearly two decades, travelers have become accustomed to packing miscellaneous liquids into their carry-on bags according to the TSA liquid limit.

Visiting the tropical island of Fiji may soon be easier, and faster for travelers from the Lone Star State.  Fiji Airways recently filed a request to operate a new route connecting Dallas-Fort Worth, Texas and Fiji. Representatives for the airline filed the request on July 10 with the Department of Transportation to operate the direct flight on an Airbus A350-900 which can accommodate 334 passengers.

If you are anxious at the thought of boarding a plane, you are not alone. The good news: There are resources available to help you.

Research from Ocado and cottages.com has revealed that Brits are looking closer to home for their holidays this year. The study found that 2 in 5 Brits (40%) are not planning on jetting off abroad. Surprisingly, the increased popularity of the Great British staycation this summer is influenced by an appetite for regional British flavours, and this continues once we’ve returned home too.

Planning a last minute holiday? Be sure to check the expiry date on your passport.

I'm American, and my husband is Spanish. We have a 4-year-old daughter and spend time in both countries, immersing ourselves in both cultures. My daughter is being raised as an American but with the cultural inputs from her time in Spain.

In a seismic shift for the UK's political landscape, the Labour Party has secured a landslide victory in the 2024 general election, winning 410 seats and marking a significant increase of 212 seats from the 2019 elections.

Wego reveals top summer European destinations for Saudi travelers, with the UK and Georgia leading. Searches have doubled, showing high preference for luxury accommodations and budget-friendly Eastern European countries.

Donovan Sumner rejoins Hotel Co 51 as Regional Director for the UK, overseeing 17 Marriott hotels, leveraging his extensive hospitality experience and past successes to enhance operations and guest satisfaction.

It’s the morning after a resounding Labour victory in the United Kingdom. As Sir Keir Starmer’s center-left party prepares to ascend to 10 Downing Street, attention turns from campaigning to policy-making.

TUI, Europe’s largest tour operator, is set to offer Allianz’s insurance products in the UK through its booking platforms.