Commuters are ‘dodging’ fares to save £50 on train tickets — and it’s completely legit
This hack from London Paddington can save you cash (Picture: In Pictures via Getty Images) Buying train tickets might seem like a simple task, but travellers know just how tricky it can be to get from A to B, without spending a fortune. The charity, Campaign for Better Transport, has long been calling reform, previously…
The sunniest city in Europe is an ‘underappreciated jewel’ — and you can fly there from £66
Looking for some guaranteed sunshine on your holiday? (Picture: Getty Images/Photononstop RF) Sunglasses, suncream, and a crucial bit of dopamine. Looking for a getaway where you’re pretty much guaranteed a bit of sun? The sunniest capital cities in Europe have been named. Taking the top spot is Nicosia in Cyprus, where there’s an impressive 3,388…
Aldi is finally bringing back its ‘sell-out’ sweet treat to shelves for just £1.79
Shoppers have described the treat as ‘insane’ (Picture: Getty Images) Aldi is bringing back a ‘sell-out’ item to its shelves next week – and the supermarket says ‘when they’re gone, they’re gone’. The German retailer has announced the return of its Specially Selected Pistachio Creme due to high customer demand. The popular spread originally launched…
Casa Monti Roma review — Metro checks in to Rome’s Pinterest-perfect hotel
Casa Monti is a maximalist paradise in the centre of Rome (Picture: Jerome Galland / Stephan Julliard) A vintage yellow Fiat 500 sits outside the doors of Casa Monti, reminding you – just in case you managed to forget on your journey from the airport to the hotel – you’re in the heart of Rome.…
Gateway to Italy’s ‘prettiest destination’ gets new direct flight from the UK
The Amalfi Coast is widely regarded as one of Italy’s most beautiful destinations (Picture: Getty Images) British holidaymakers can explore new frontiers this summer with the launch of a direct flight route to one of Italy’s most beautiful destinations. From May 22, British Airways will fly from London Gatwick to Salerno, a city known as…
Drayton Manor is offering free entry – you’ll need to grab tickets fast
The deal is only available for two days (Picture: Drayton Manor) Theme parks have long been a go-to choice for a family day out. But they’re not exactly cheap. Even if you manage to get a discount on tickets, once you factor in travel, food, and overpriced teddies from the gift shop, a family of…
I’m a picture editor — photos of this magnificent country don’t do it justice
Kazakhstan is a country of extremes (Picture: Getty Images) I’ve always assumed that, as Metro’s picture editor and no slouch around a camera, I could capture most scenery in a photograph and do it justice. But standing in the middle of the desert – a vast, lunar landscape stretching out around me as far as…
Lady Amelia Spencer is radiant alongside mum Victoria Aitken in never-before-seen wedding photo
Charles Spencer’s daughter Lady Amelia Spencer looks radiant alongside her mother Victoria Aitken in a never-before-seen photo from her wedding day.
Ace Hotel Sydney review — Metro checks in to five-star luxury for £113 a night
A city break dream with a secret hidden on the roof (Picture: Ace Hotel Sydney) If hipsters have a heaven, the Ace Hotel Sydney is surely it. Perched between the CBD and Sydney’s coolest hipster neighbourhood, this hotel in a former brick factory is achingly cool, with retro decor, stylish staff and a tantalising secret…
Inside Today Show’s Dylan Dreyer and husband Brian Fichera’s relationship away from the spotlight
Today Show star Dylan Dreyer is married to husband Brian Fichera since 2012, and the couple share three sons, Calvin, Oliver, and Rusty.
