Stronger winter jet streams and seasonal weather patterns are making flights feel noticeably bumpier in the winter, according to travel experts — and that sensation is driving a sharp rise in fear of flying searches. New data shows global interest in “fear of flying flight” has climbed 64% year-on-year as winter flying conditions intensify, with experts stressing that while turbulence may feel more dramatic, commercial air travel remains extremely safe. “January can be one of the ... continue reading...
Bank of Grandma and Grandad Fuels the Rise of Multigenerational Holidays
With the cost of family holidays continuing to climb, more British families are discovering that travelling together across generations can be both a financial lifeline and a memory-making win. Multigenerational holidays, where grandparents join parents and children on trips away, are rapidly growing in popularity. They offer shared costs, built-in childcare and the chance to reconnect. For many cash-strapped parents, the ‘Bank of Grandma and Grandad’ is not only making holidays possible, but ... continue reading...
Brits Ditch Familiar Holidays for Bold First-Time Adventures in 2026
When it comes to holidays, many of us face the same annual dilemma: return to a much-loved destination where everything feels reassuringly familiar, or take a leap into the unknown somewhere completely new. Familiar places offer comfort, confidence and cherished memories, while new destinations promise excitement, discovery and the thrill of firsts. Personally, I like to do a bit of both. Now, it seems British travellers are increasingly leaning towards new places, as a growing appetite for ... continue reading...
Why Tuesday Is the Best Day to Fly: Travel Experts Reveal the Calmest Day at Airports
Airports have gained a reputation for constant congestion, long queues and frazzled travellers, but industry experts say the chaos isn’t as unavoidable as it seems. According to travel professionals, the day you fly can dramatically affect everything from airport crowds to ticket prices, and one day in particular consistently delivers a calmer, smoother experience. That under-the-radar day? Tuesday. According to Jessie Chambers from Global Work & Travel, Tuesday is quietly the best day to ... continue reading...
Chester Cathedral’s Tower Tour: A Review
Quick overview Website: https://chestercathedral.com/visit/tours Booking advised Tours generally operate at 11am Monday to Thursday, at 11am and 3pm on Friday, and 11am, 1pm and 3pm on Saturday. Warning: lots of steps and heights I'd previously visited Chester Cathedral on another trip to the city. On that occasion I'd just wandered around, but it was good to have a purpose in mind for this trip: The Tower Tour. We were in the city for two days: Sunday and Monday, but ... continue reading...