Enjoy paella and a flamenco show in Seville, catch the late-summer rays along the Turkish Riviera or discover Vietnam’s great cities. Where’s hot in October in Europe? Spain Is Spain hot in October?Average maximum temperature: 20°C Even after its summer peak period, sunseekers are spoiled for choice in Spain. While temperatures in the capital Madrid are fairly mild, the islands and much of...
UK holiday bookings boom as Britons think twice about trips abroad
British hotels, B&Bs and holiday parks recorded a 20%-30% rise in enquiries following the half term travel chaos as families think twice about heading abroad this summer. Businesses said a surge in last-minute bookings was providing a much-needed boost as sales had fallen back after the boom in 2020 and 2021, thanks to the removal of restrictions on overseas travel. The cost of living crisis...
THREE LIE-INS Euro 2020: Schools & firms to open late on Monday as fans nurse hangovers after Sunday’s final amid Bank Holiday calls
ENGLAND fans are set to get extra time to recover after Sunday night’s Euro final. Many firms are allowing staff a lie-in on Monday morning to sleep off the boozy celebrations if the Three Lions beat Italy in the Wembley showdown. Even schools are telling pupils to enjoy the match and come in later. HR experts and unions yesterday urged bosses to let staff take Monday off to avoid clashes with...
GO FOR GOLD Genius holiday tricks for travelling with jewellery
BEFORE taking your most prized possession on holiday, you may want to rethink your favourite rings and necklaces. A recent study found that 25 per cent of people lost a piece of their jewellery while on holiday or travelling. This can be a devastating start to a holiday, especially if it had sentimental value to it. One of the most important things to do is check it is insured either through...