Category: Travel
The common cruise ship passenger mistake that drives crew mad
Lucy shares tips on her YouTube channel (Picture: YouTube/Cruising As Crew) Cruise ships have their own set of rules, and a holiday at sea isn’t like your average getaway. Lucy Southerton, 28, from Birmingham, has been working on cruise liners for the past decade, meaning she knows all the tips and tricks to get the most from…
Overlooked but ‘remarkable’ Spanish gem has just got new UK flights
Summer in Andalusia? (Picture: Getty Images) Tired of holidaying in the same places? A new route to one of Spain’s most underrated cities could broaden your horizons this summer. The first Jet2 flights from the UK to Jerez have taken off today, bringing travellers from London Stansted, Birmingham, Manchester and Leeds airports to the heart…
The ‘Rome of Portugal’ is a lesser-visited gem that’s 20°C in May
The ‘Portuguese Rome’ is steeped in history, religion and good food (Picture: Getty Images) With tens of millions of tourists flocking to its ancient streets every year, Rome can feel suffocating. In the summer it becomes so flooded with people it can be difficult to enjoy – not to mention the sweltering heat. And this…
The best London lidos, ponds and outdoor pools for this bank holiday weekend
Fancy a dip this bank holiday weekend? Check out these London lidos (Picture: Getty Images) After what feels like a never-ending winter, the sun has finally put its hat on. With the UK experiencing a welcome heatwave, Brits are digging out their summer clothes, firing up the BBQs and heading for the nearest beach. In…
Missed out on Glastonbury tickets? Here’s 5 ‘hidden gem’ festivals you’ve probably never heard of
Love festivals and travelling? Check out these 5 international events (Picture: Wire Image) Summer in the UK is defined by three things: beer garden culture, holidays abroad, and music festivals. In terms of the latter, Glastonbury is our crowning glory, welcoming over 200,000 people to its temporary city each year. But for those of us…
Dubai Airport closure set to impact holidays for 17,000 daily UK travellers
The major travel hub is set to close (Picture: Getty Images) Dubai International Airport welcomes more than 90 million passengers per year, and is one of the largest in the world. But despite it being a major travel hub, its CEO has confirmed the airport is set to close. The news will come as a…
10 unmissable Time Out deals — including The Shard, burgers, bowling and more
These are London deals you won’t want to miss (Credits: Getty Images) Looking for 10 things to do in London? Luckily, there’s lots to do in this city for cheap in 2025! At least… There is now. Metro has teamed up with Time Out to bring you the best deals across the capital. Every Friday, 10…
Extend your bank holiday weekend with Village Hotels! Add a Friday or Sunday stay from just £74, with £30 to spend
Right now, you can get more bang for your buck thanks to Village Hotels. (Picture: Metro/Village Hotel/Getty) Metro journalists select and curate the products that feature on our site. If you make a purchase via links on this page we will earn commission – learn more As much as we look forward to our precious…
Spanish ‘mini Maldives’ gets brand new TUI flight from UK airport
This Canary Island getaway could be your next holiday (Picture: Getty Images) With white sands, and turquoise waters, Fuerteventura isn’t as popular as Tenerife or Lanzarote, but it’s just as beautiful. The second largest Canary Island is a slice of paradise just a four-hour flight away – and now, if you live in Wales, it…
The ‘magical’ summer holiday destination with no McDonald’s and hardly any tourists
The world’s largest island is slowly connecting with the rest of the planet (Picture: Getty Images/iStockphoto) Few places on the planet are as ‘bowl you over’ beautiful as Greenland. With breathtaking sunsets and some of Earth’s most impressive raw natural beauty, this is a country of magnificent extremes. The world’s largest island, which sits between…
