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Know Your Rights for Flight Cancellations and Delays in the UK

UK passengers have specific rights when flights are cancelled or delayed, including refunds, alternative flights, and compensation in certain cases. Airlines must provide assistance such as meals and accommodation. Compensation depends on flight distance and fault.

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Passengers look at the screen displaying flight details as several flights are cancelled due to regional airspace closures following escalating tensions and reported military strikes involving Iran, Israel, and the United States in New Delhi, India, on March 1, 2026.

EasyJet Holidays’ Spa Resort Lacked On-Site Spa and Gym Facilities

A couple booked a £1,070 wellness retreat with easyJet Holidays expecting on-site spa and gym facilities, only to find these were unavailable and located an hour away. EasyJet offered limited compensation after initially continuing to advertise the facilities.

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Swimming pool at the Vasia Sea Retreat in Greece.

Denmark’s Cold Hawaii: A Surf and Art Haven on the Jutland Coast

Denmark’s Cold Hawaii, a rugged Jutland coast surf zone, is also emerging as a cultural hotspot with art galleries, Michelin-starred dining, and a strong local community.

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Two people in wetsuits stand on a concrete wall overlooking a beach, with yellow rescue surfboards in the foreground

Tennis Trip in Corfu Turns Into Unexpected Building Site Nightmare

A budget tennis trip to Corfu turned into a construction zone nightmare with no pool water, broken rackets, and closed attractions, but yoga and kumquat spritzes offered some relief.

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The couple sit in the sun outside at a bar with a bright orange drink in front of them

Passenger Nearly Pulled Through Window Mid-Flight on Ryanair Plane

A Ryanair flight from Thessaloniki to Memmingen returned shortly after takeoff when a cabin window dislodged mid-air, nearly pulling a passenger out. The aircraft landed safely, and the passenger received medical assistance. An investigation is underway.

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Interior of a commercial airplane with passengers blurred inside the cabin, showcasing travel atmosphere.

Fatal Crash Closes M23 Southbound Near Gatwick Airport

A fatal crash on the M23 southbound near Gatwick has closed the motorway between junctions 8 and 10. Diversions are in place, and delays affect the M25. The closure is expected until late afternoon.

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Explore France’s Stunning Gorges du Tarn on the New GR736 Hiking Route

Explore the new GR736 hiking route through France’s Gorges du Tarn, featuring dramatic cliffs, rich wildlife including beavers and vultures, historic villages, and stunning natural beauty.

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Old stone buildings on a high rocky bank with a waterfall between them, a green river below and trees climbing up a steep hillside behind them

Dubai and Egypt Package Holidays Drop in Price as European Costs Rise

Family package holidays to Dubai and Egypt are cheaper this summer as prices in Europe rise. Tour operators cut costs amid Middle East tensions, while European destinations see price increases and travelers adjust plans accordingly.

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A man in the water at the beach in Dubai throwing his young daughter in the air. There are skyscrapers in the background

Jet Fuel Shortages Threaten Summer Holiday Travel Plans

Jet fuel prices have surged due to Middle East conflict, risking shortages and flight cancellations this summer. Europe's heavy reliance on imports and limited refining capacity exacerbate the crisis, prompting airlines to raise fares and cut schedules amid concerns over supply disruptions.

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Graphic illustration combining black-and-white images of a commercial passenger jet, a fuel tanker truck labelled ‘flammable’, and a person reclining on a deck chair wearing a wide-brimmed hat, overlaid with red and green geometric shapes on a neutral background.

Live and Work in a 200-Room Castle with the National Trust in Wales

The National Trust seeks a facilities coordinator to live in Penrhyn Castle, north Wales, maintaining the historic castle and Plas Newydd estate while managing visitor operations.

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The neo-Norman grey brick Penrhyn Castle is surrounded by gardens and woodland

How to Avoid Extra Costs from EU Airport Border Checks This Summer

Prepare for EU border checks this summer by arriving early, signing up for alerts, and understanding your travel insurance to avoid extra costs caused by the new Entry/Exit System delays.

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A Personal Sailing Journey to Ithaca, the Land of Homer’s Odyssey

A detailed account of a sailing journey to Ithaca, exploring the island’s history, Homeric connections, and personal adventures on the Ionian Sea.

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Overhead shot of a sailboat in a bay of Meganisi, a long narrow island of white cliffs and greenery