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National & Local

Dubai hotels ordered not to evict stranded Brits as UK draws up evacuation plans

Dubai hotels have been instructed by the local tourism authority to refrain from evicting British tourists stranded due to flight disruptions amid rising tensions in the Middle East.

Mar 2 โ€ข 03:03 UTC
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National & Local

Britain's tiniest church holds just 6 people and overlooks peaceful beach

A tiny chapel in Rhos-on-Sea, Wales, claiming the title of the smallest in the British Isles, can only seat six parishioners and continues to host communion services.

Mar 1 โ€ข 06:00 UTC
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National & Local

British Magazine Enthralled by Finnish Favorite Destination

A British magazine praised the travel opportunities of the Turku Archipelago, highlighting its stunning scenery and gourmet food options.

Feb 28 โ€ข 18:43 UTC
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World

Dubai bombing at Fairmont hotel 'just metres away' from Brit at beach club

A British influencer was close to a bombing incident at the Fairmont hotel in Dubai, which was reportedly caused by Iranian missile strikes.

Feb 28 โ€ข 17:41 UTC
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National & Local

Dubai attack fears: Is it safe in popular Gulf state in wake of Iran attacks?

Concerns grow over safety in Dubai after Iranian retaliation strikes threaten British nationals and increased tensions in the region.

Feb 28 โ€ข 17:09 UTC
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National & Local

British tourist 'wishes he knew reality' before visiting popular holiday hotspot

A British tourist expresses regret for not knowing the true reality of a popular holiday destination, highlighting several unexpected challenges during his trip.

Feb 28 โ€ข 09:08 UTC
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National & Local

Foreign Office warns about Turkey after seven Brits die

The UK Foreign Office has issued warnings regarding travel to Turkey following the deaths of seven British nationals after medical procedures.

Feb 27 โ€ข 10:56 UTC
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National & Local

Sun-soaked country just four hours from UK is 2026's top trending destination for Brits

Egypt has emerged as the top trending holiday destination for British travelers in 2026, showing a dramatic increase in demand.

Feb 26 โ€ข 02:00 UTC
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National & Local

Travel agency Tui cancels British trips to Kainuu - previously stated that Kainuu is not Lapland after all

Tui has cancelled its flights from Manchester to Kajaani, Finland, for 2023 due to poor sales and previous cancellations caused by insufficient snow during Christmas.

Feb 25 โ€ข 13:53 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ฎ Ilta-Sanomat
National & Local

The Times Praises Finnish Holiday Destination

The British newspaper The Times highlights the Turku Archipelago as an ideal Nordic weekend getaway.

Feb 24 โ€ข 08:20 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ง Guardian
World

Tributes paid to โ€˜very loving and caringโ€™ British hiker killed in Nepal bus crash

A British hiker, Dominic Ethan Stewart, was killed in a tragic bus crash in Nepal which claimed the lives of 19 people in total.

Feb 24 โ€ข 00:04 UTC
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World

Nepal bus crash horror as 'caring' young Brit, 23, named among 19 dead

A British man named Dominic Stewart, 23, is among 19 fatalities in a tragic bus crash in Nepal, which has also left 25 others injured.

Feb 23 โ€ข 17:21 UTC
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National & Local

In Nepal, 19 people die in a bus accident, including a Briton

A tragic bus accident in Nepal has resulted in the deaths of 19 people, including a 24-year-old British national.

Feb 23 โ€ข 12:35 UTC
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National & Local

Brit grandmother 'handcuffed' by ICE and held for six weeks despite valid US visa

A British grandmother was handcuffed and detained by US ICE for six weeks even though she possessed a valid US visa.

Feb 23 โ€ข 12:17 UTC
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World

Tragedy in Nepal: 19 people killed in a bus accident, including a British tourist

A bus accident in Nepal resulted in the deaths of 19 individuals, including a British national, while en route from Pokhara to Kathmandu.

Feb 23 โ€ข 09:41 UTC
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World

Brit killed in horror bus crash that left 18 others dead and 25 injured

A British national was among the 19 people killed when a bus crashed off a mountain road in Nepal, resulting in multiple injuries.

Feb 23 โ€ข 07:41 UTC
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World

Bus falls from highway in Nepal and kills 19 people

A packed bus veered off a mountain highway in Nepal, resulting in the deaths of 19 individuals, including a British national, and injuring 25 others.

Feb 23 โ€ข 07:21 UTC
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World

British tourists warned to 'stay indoors' as Mexico cartel chaos sparks fear among World Cup fans

British tourists are advised to stay indoors as violent incidents related to cartel chaos erupt in Mexico's Jalisco state, raising safety concerns amid the ongoing World Cup.

Feb 23 โ€ข 03:03 UTC
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National & Local

Brit was stunned to see the prices at a cafรฉ in Vilnius: 'Hard to believe'

A British visitor was pleasantly surprised by the low prices at a cafรฉ in Vilnius, praising its menu and food offerings.

Feb 22 โ€ข 13:26 UTC
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National & Local

Stunning country has 34C March weather, TUI flights and English as official language

The Gambia offers March temperatures reaching 34C along its Atlantic coastline, drawing British tourists with direct flights and beautiful beaches.

Feb 22 โ€ข 05:00 UTC
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National & Local

I stayed at the beautiful unassuming market town that paved the way for holidays

The article discusses Ross-on-Wye, a market town in Herefordshire, recognized as the birthplace of British tourism and a historical holiday destination.

Feb 20 โ€ข 02:40 UTC
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National & Local

British teen brutally attacked on first lads' holiday in Tenerife as mum races to his bedside

An 18-year-old British teen, Theo Wright, was stabbed while trying to retrieve a friend's stolen phone during his holiday in Tenerife, leading to his mother rushing to his side as the family seeks funds for her stay.

Feb 19 โ€ข 03:33 UTC
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National & Local

TUI launches new route to gorgeous city that looks like nowhere else in Spain

TUI has introduced a new city break route to Bilbao in Spain's Basque Country, tapping into the growing interest among British travelers for lesser-known Spanish destinations.

Feb 18 โ€ข 10:58 UTC
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World

Tourist Mysteriously Disappeared โ€“ Believed to Have Been Killed for Her Body Parts

A 71-year-old British tourist named Lorna McSorley has mysteriously vanished near Kruger National Park in South Africa, with fears that she may have been the victim of a sinister ritualistic killing.

Feb 16 โ€ข 23:58 UTC
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National & Local

BREAKING: Major hunt launched for missing Brit tourist as police โ€˜very worriedโ€™ 5 days on

A major search operation is underway for Iain Stanley, a British tourist missing in Spain's Costa del Sol for five days, with police expressing serious concerns for his wellbeing.

Feb 16 โ€ข 16:06 UTC
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Crime & Justice

Hero Brit teen stabbed and fighting for his life after chasing Tenerife mugger

A British teenager is in critical condition following a stabbing incident while attempting to apprehend a mugger in Tenerife.

Feb 16 โ€ข 13:00 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ถ๐Ÿ‡ฆ Al Jazeera
World

China exempts Britons and Canadians from visa requirements until the end of 2026

China has announced that it will exempt British and Canadian citizens from visa requirements until December 31, 2026, to facilitate travel for work, tourism, and family visits.

Feb 15 โ€ข 12:39 UTC
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National & Local

All we know on missing Brit, 79 who vanished near hotel in Spain

A 79-year-old British man named Iain Stanley has gone missing near a hotel in Nerja, Spain, prompting a police investigation.

Feb 15 โ€ข 12:10 UTC
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National & Local

Gorgeous European island is 24C in spring โ€“ perfect for a holiday

A beautiful European island with consistent spring temperatures of 24ยฐC is becoming increasingly popular among older British travelers seeking accessible sunshine.

Feb 13 โ€ข 15:17 UTC
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National & Local

I visited the town where tourism was born - and a โ€˜must-seeโ€™ attraction left us waterlogged

A visit to Ross-On-Wye, considered the birthplace of British tourism, reveals its historical significance and contemporary appeal.

Feb 12 โ€ข 16:40 UTC
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National & Local

Brits warned of new ยฃ360 fines for vaping in winter sun destination as new rules for 2026 kick in

British tourists to Mexico are facing new regulations regarding vaping that include fines of up to ยฃ360 for violations as of 2026.

Feb 11 โ€ข 02:48 UTC
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Life & Tech

Stunning island 'bursting with colour' still sunny in February at 30C

Mauritius is highlighted as a vibrant tropical destination with warm weather in February, ideal for those looking to escape the dreary British winter.

Feb 10 โ€ข 14:46 UTC
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National & Local

Inside Wetherspoon's first pub in Spain complete with full English fry up

Wetherspoon has opened its first pub in Spain, located at Alicante airport, catering especially to British travelers.

Feb 9 โ€ข 10:33 UTC
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National & Local

British tourist survived Thailand's election day by hoarding wine

In Thailand, liquor sales resumed shortly after polling stations closed for parliamentary elections, with tourists taking advantage of the opportunities before a temporary alcohol sales ban.

Feb 8 โ€ข 12:46 UTC
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World

Beautiful European island has 21C weather in February and ยฃ45 flights from UK

British tourists are traveling to a lesser-known European island with warm February weather and affordable flights from the UK.

Feb 6 โ€ข 16:00 UTC
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National & Local

Spanish locals livid after Brits ditch Balearics for other hotspots - 'where are our customers?'

Local Spanish residents are frustrated as British tourists are opting for different vacation destinations instead of the Balearic Islands, impacting local businesses.

Feb 6 โ€ข 14:26 UTC
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World

Hundreds of tourists seriously ill on exotic islands. Four Britons dead

Hundreds of tourists have fallen seriously ill in the Cape Verde Islands, resulting in the deaths of four Britons, prompting warnings about health risks while British authorities investigate the situation.

Feb 6 โ€ข 09:27 UTC
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Life & Tech

A British man goes to a supermarket in Spain and comments on what attracts his attention the most

A British man living in Spain shares insights on the local culture and communication through his supermarket experience.

Feb 6 โ€ข 05:10 UTC
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World

British tourists urged to visit 'inspiring' Afghanistan in new travel guidebook

A new travel guide is promoting Afghanistan as a travel destination for British tourists despite the country being war-torn and officially advised against by the Foreign Office.

Feb 5 โ€ข 15:11 UTC
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World

Brit tourists issued urgent alert over Cape Verde travel after dozens catch stomach bugs

Health officials have warned British tourists planning to visit Cape Verde after over 150 UK residents contracted severe stomach infections linked to the region.

Feb 5 โ€ข 11:16 UTC
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World

Cape Verde Horror as More Than 100 Brit Tourists Catch Horror Diarrhoea Infections

Over 100 British tourists have contracted salmonella, leading to multiple illnesses and six fatalities, after visiting Cape Verde, prompting UK officials to issue travel warnings.

Feb 5 โ€ข 11:09 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ง Sky News
World

Family of woman who died after Cape Verde holiday issue warning - as spike in illnesses revealed

The family of a British woman who died after a holiday in Cape Verde is warning others to research and ensure adequate insurance due to a spike in illnesses among tourists.

Feb 4 โ€ข 23:04 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡ฑ Rzeczpospolita
Crime & Justice

Man Survives Shark Attack. He Explains How He Avoided Death

A British man recounts his shark attack experience on Tobago, detailing his survival strategy and the long-term health implications of the incident as he emphasizes the risks of shark attacks for tourists.

Feb 4 โ€ข 13:55 UTC
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Crime & Justice

TUI in major update as 4 Brits die in Cape Verde with severe diarrhoea illness

TUI has acknowledged the deaths of four British travelers who suffered severe illness while vacationing in Cape Verde, prompting their families to pursue legal action.

Feb 3 โ€ข 09:50 UTC
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Crime & Justice

Inside the horror hotels where four Brits have died from stomach bugs in four months

Families are accusing Cape Verde resorts of poor hygiene after the deaths of six British tourists from stomach bugs, with four fatalities occurring in just four months.

Feb 3 โ€ข 05:00 UTC
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National & Local

New 'stay alert' warning signs for tourists appear in Tenerife

New warning signs for British tourists have been installed in Tenerife, a popular Spanish island known for its sunny weather.

Jan 8 โ€ข 09:47 UTC
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Life & Tech

Furious Brits stuck in Caribbean cruise 'limbo' after Trump's bomb attack

British tourists are stranded on a cruise ship circling Barbados due to military actions in Venezuela following an attack by Donald Trump.

Jan 6 โ€ข 14:11 UTC
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Life & Tech

7 warm destinations that reach over 22C in January recommended by a travel expert

A travel expert recommends seven warm destinations ideal for escaping the cold British winter in January, featuring locations with temperatures between 21 and 30 degrees Celsius.

Jan 3 โ€ข 03:01 UTC
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Life & Tech

Six new travel rules holidaymakers need to know ahead of 2026 breaks

British holidaymakers will face significant changes including EU border fingerprint checks, new visa waivers, and tourist taxes starting in 2026.

Jan 1 โ€ข 12:14 UTC
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World

Foreign Office confirms British nationals involved in fatal Machu Picchu train crash

The Foreign Office has confirmed that it is providing support to British nationals involved in a fatal train crash near Machu Picchu, Peru, where two tourist trains collided.

Jan 1 โ€ข 04:59 UTC

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