The next tri-weekly review of the UK’s traffic light system for travel is fast approaching. An update is expected on 26 August, with the potential for more countries to be added to the government’s green list of “safe” holiday destinations. There are 36 territories on the green list, many of which do not currently let in British travellers or are impossible to reach directly, thereby...
Airing on three consecutive nights from 11 January and starring Luke Evans, ITV’s gripping new miniseries The Pembrokeshire Murders attracted 6.3 million viewers for the first episode alone. The true-crime drama charts the real life story of Welsh serial killer John Cooper, who committed two double murders in the 1980s. The cases weren’t solved at the time, but 20 years later a cold case...
Travellers from France who are fully vaccinated by the NHS were expecting the need to quarantine to end at 4am on 19 July – in line with the relaxation of international travel rules that day. Instead, self-isolation will continue to be mandatory for arrivals from France, and costs for travellers will increase with an extra PCR test required on day eight of quarantine. A reminder of the ‘traffic...
The government is reportedly considering adding Spain to the “amber plus” list for travel, which mandates self-isolation and extra testing, as cases surge. The new category was created hastily on 16 July as a bespoke solution for France, as ministers panicked about the rise in beta cases – otherwise known as the South African variant. It has not been given the name “amber plus” officially...
Camping season is here, and many of us are splashing out on accessories designed to crank up the comfort. But we’re not talking about cashmere throws or silk sleeping bag liners – just well-made camping essentials that provide a greater level of comfort without breaking the bank. One of the best examples is the humble camping mat – a single- or double-size sleeping surface that has either a foam...
It’s official: summer is just around the corner, which means it’s time to start thinking about that great British pastime – the camping holiday. And whether you’re a fan of luxury glampsites or prefer retreating to your very own canvas castle, a decent camping chair is the one essential every camper needs. Our varied selection, which includes everything from a rocking chair-style camp chair...
After members of the RMT rail union voted 8:1 in favour of strike action over jobs, pay and conditions, their union has called nationwide rail strikes for three dates in late June. Union members at Network Rail and 13 train operators will stage 24-hour walkouts on 21, 23 and 25 June. What will the effect be? And are other disputes on the horizon? What is the dispute about?Britain’s biggest rail...
Anything goes in Brighton: it’s an excellent choice for a seaside break, rain or shine. And with its burgeoning restaurant scene luring Londoners to move south, a stay here has become even more appealing. But where to bed down? Sparkly sea views? Tick. Hip pub with rooms attached? No problem. Quiet glamour or burlesque kitsch? We’ve got them covered. In fact, the choices are as colourful as the...
A Ryanair customer has taken to social media to complain that the airline is giving out the wrong travel rules for Italy, increasing trip costs for customers and denying some passengers boarding. In a Reddit post entitled “Urgent: Ryanair has told everyone the wrong entry requirements”, user /VeryLazyLewis wrote: “I am visiting family for Christmas. I have the pleasure of flying with Europe’s...
Ask any seasoned kayaker what they don’t look forward to about a day on the water and they will likely tell you it’s the struggle to get their kayak on and off their car roof and then down to the water. And that’s where inflatables come in. Taking a leaf from the huge popularity of inflatable paddleboards (do you see any other kind these days?) manufacturers have looked to produce crafts that are...