Category: Travel
A new Disney theme park is coming to Abu Dhabi — with one major difference
Disney has announced plans for the Middle East’s first Disneyland (Picture: Getty Images) Calling all Disney fans: A new theme park is on its way. The Walt Disney Company has announced it will open its seventh resort in Yas Island, Abu Dhabi. But the park, which is Disney’s first major attraction in the Middle East,…
The road to Bilbao? The cheapest way to get to the Europa League final
United and Spurs are on their way to Bilbao, but how many fans can afford to go with them? (Picture: Martin Rickett/PA Wire) Travellers have been visiting Bilbao for its tasty tapas, forward-thinking art and trendy bar scene for decades. Spain’s Basque city is usually considered a quiet and affordable alternative to more popular destinations…
Train travel loophole ‘cheats’ expensive fares to save £15 on tickets
This loophole will make commuting that bit better (Picture: Getty Images) Train tickets can reach dizzying costs in the UK, with travellers going to great lengths to save cash. One Londoner recently went viral when he swapped a £130 train ticket from Manchester to London with £57 flights — going via Reykjavik, in Iceland. So…
Is it safe to travel to India and Pakistan? Latest advice as flights are delayed and cancelled
Brits have been warned against travel to parts of India and Pakistan (Picture: Punit Paranjpe/AFP/Getty Images) The UK Foreign Office has updated its travel advice to parts of India and Pakistan following a deadly escalation of conflict between the two countries. Airlines have cancelled or rerouted several flights after India fired missiles across the border…
Venice’s food is tasteless, but I know a city that does it right
An eastern European city has been making a name for itself as a culinary hotspot (Picture: supplied) In the fourth installment of Metro Travel Hot Takes, Patrycja Zaras argues that the Polish city of her birth puts Venice’s food scene to shame. Is anything more universally loved than Italian cuisine? It’s like a hug from…
The ‘Paris of the East’ is an underrated gem that costs £40 to fly to
Fancy Paris on a budget? Head to Bucharest instead (Picture: Getty Images) Paris is on everyone’s bucket list. From fashion and cafes to some of the most romantic backdrops on the planet, the City of Love ticks all the boxes for a perfect city break. However, like several European destinations, the French capital is grappling…
Major travel requirement change you need to fly across US comes into effect today
Travelers are required to have REAL IDs for domestic flights in the US beginning May 7 (Picture: Getty Images) A new travel document for US citizens has come into force today. From May 7, people who fly through the US on domestic flights will need a new form of identification, called a REAL ID, to…
Commuters are saying the same thing about this ‘terrible’ Avanti trains feature
Ever run out of battery while on the train? (Picture: 2023 Ken Jack) One of the biggest mistakes to make as a commuter is forgetting your power bank. No one likes going bareback on a journey, but you can really find yourself in a sticky situation if your train ticket is on your lifeless phone.…
I visited Lake Como and the Italian Riviera — one shines brighter than the other
Weighing up the pros and cons of Lake Como and Portofino (Picture: R Collection) Ah, Italy. Home of pasta, leaning towers and some of the world’s best beaches. There are hundreds of reasons why La Dolce Vita is at the top of almost everyone’s bucket list. But with a rich tapestry of destinations boasting an…
This is what happens when someone dies on a cruise ship
A 60-year-old man died on a cruise from Southampton to Bruges on Saturday (Picture: Getty Images) Going on holiday is something everyone looks forward to, and few places are better equipped for having a good time than cruise ships. But as with everything in life, they must also be prepared for the worst. On Saturday,…
