Category: Travel
Eurostar double-decker trains could soon connect London to three European capitals
Eurostar could be getting an upgrade, and competitors (Picture: Bloomberg via Getty Images) Cross-Channel journeys could soon reach dizzying new heights and become cheaper for passengers, as Eurostar eyes an exciting upgrade to its service. French rail manufacturer Alstom announced plans to begin supplying the company with double-decker trains for routes between London and key…
The European airport that takes you to three countries at once
The airport links three regions in Europe (Picture: Getty Images) It’s a bit of a mouthful, but the EuroAirport Basel-Mulhouse-Freiburg is a marvel as unique as its name: it’s the only airport with exits in two countries. And, technically, it’s the only place on Earth where you can land in three countries at once. Located…
Ryanair beware, a new UK airline has just taken off
It’s the brainchild of James Asquith (L) (Picture: Global Airlines) A new British airline is about to make its maiden flight, lifting off from Glasgow Airport in Scotland for New York’s JFK. Founded by James Asquith, 36, Global Airlines pledges to take passengers back to the ‘Golden Age’ of travel, delivering premium service on the…
‘It’s very chill’: Your favourite European beaches that aren’t full of tourists
Fed up of sunbed wars? These are the best European beaches with hardly any tourists (Picture: Getty Images) It’s the first day of your summer holiday. After a hearty breakfast and an iced coffee by the pool, you beeline for the nearest beach. But when you get there, it’s chaos. Not one sunbed is free,…
I found a hidden side to Rome in the ‘city that never was’
There’s a different kind of Rome on the city’s southern fringes (Picture: Getty) When you think of Rome, you picture the Colosseum, narrow alleyways, and crowds of tourists. But as I survey my surroundings on the Viale Europa, the streets are deserted, the landscape positively futuristic. Arriving at The Hilton Rome EUR La Lama, a…
Is it safe to travel to Crete? Tsunami alert issued for Greek holiday island
A 5.9 magnitude earthquake has hit the popular Greek island of Crete (Picture: Getty Images) Crete, Greece’s largest island, has been rocked by a 5.9 magnitude earthquake that was felt as far away as Egypt and Turkey. But if you have a holiday booked, is it still safe to travel? The quake struck in the…
I was vegetarian for 10 years – then I went to Asia’s fried chicken haven
In the South Korean capital Seoul, food is for the soul as well as the stomach (Picture: Getty Images) In the fifth installment of Metro Travel Hot Takes, Ruth Lawes pays tribute to the Asian city that changed how she eats. One hour after landing in South Korea, I broke a pledge of more than…
‘Destination dupes’ are more popular than ever – these are the best for 2025
British tourists are bypassing legacy destinations in favour of the path less travelled (Picture: Getty Images) There are many reasons that Britons have a long-standing love affair with the beaches of the Mediterranean. But research suggests more travellers are swapping Mallorca for North Macedonia and Alicante for the Albanian Riviera, seemingly inspired by a Gen…
The UK beach with ‘crystal clear waters’ named the best hidden coastal gem
Looking for a spot of sunshine? The UK’s best hidden coastal gem has been named (Picture: Getty Images) With spring in full swing, temperatures across the UK are soaring – and, quite frankly, so are our vitamin D levels. If you’re looking to get your tan on at the beach while the sunshine’s out, the…
Passengers are ‘swerving’ train fares with trick to save over £50 per ticket
The Southwest Swerve can save you over £50 on travel from Birmingham (Picture: In Pictures via Getty Images) Listen to article Listen to article Your browser does not support the audio element. With UK train fares at an all-time high, commuters and staycationers alike are going to great lengths in their efforts to keep costs…
