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The eye-watering cost of this year’s British summer holidays

The cost of going on holiday in their own country has become an unmanageable luxury for many British families.

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UK cuts cost of COVID testing for travellers following criticism

As restrictions lift, there are worries that high costs could price people out of travelling this summer.

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Could this unique Spanish tradition make the UNESCO heritage list?

The tiny village of Algar is hoping to fight back against the rise of social media by protecting its 'Charla al Fresco'.

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How to shop online for sunglasses that won’t cost the Earth

Our team have tried and tested sunglasses bought online to help you shop for your summer holiday. Even better, most of them are sustainable brands.

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Six picturesque European destinations for the perfect beach wedding

We explore some of Europe’s most visited beach-based wedding venues.

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7 places to visit in the UK instead of Cornwall this summer

Skip the long queues and crowds with these underrated beach and seaside resorts.

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These are the 20 most beautiful beaches in the world in pictures

Summer is here, and holidays are approaching. Pack your swimsuit and flip flops, and follow this guide to get to some of the most extraordinary beaches in the world.

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Scorching temperatures across Balkans cause disruption

Scorching temperatures across the Balkans caused significant disruptions, as people tired of COVID restrictions finally got a chance to get out of lockdowns and enjoy the summer weather.

Destinations

Tinos, Syros, Symi: A guide to Greece's power trio of islands

Greece is home to hundred of undiscovered islands. Here are three of our favourites.

Destinations

Where can EU citizens go on holiday without having to quarantine?

Travel restrictions can be confusing. Here’s a guide to the popular holiday destinations where European citizens don’t need to quarantine right now.

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Which European countries have the least travel restrictions right now?

A guide to the countries popular with tourists which allow travellers in, facilitate internal travel and don’t have early curfews.

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Europe in grip of first heatwave of season, but what are the records?

According to weather service severe-weather.eu, the current episode of heat across Western Europe should expand east towards central Europe around the middle of the week.

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Where can Europeans travel to right now?

Whether you’re from the UK or the EU, there are lots of options open to you in Europe and beyond.

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Spain reopens to global tourists - as long as they are vaccinated

Visitors from both low and high-risk countries will be able to visit as Madrid strives to reinstate its "world tourism leadership" after being hard-hit by the pandemic.

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Portugal is now on the UK's amber list but the industry isn't sure why

Portuguese officials say they 'cannot understand the 'logic' of the UK's decision to downgrade the country from green to amber list.

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Fully vaccinated travellers 'should be exempt from restrictions'

The recommendation comes as the bloc prepares to roll out its first EU-wide travel pass.

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France makes quarantine compulsory for travellers arriving from UK

Travellers arriving in France from the UK will need to go into mandatory self-isolation, a French government spokesman said on Wednesday.

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Deal reached to introduce an EU-wide COVID travel pass

The digital certificate, designed to facilitate free movement for work and tourism across the bloc, will include information about vaccination, tests and recovery from the disease.

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The EU is officially welcoming vaccinated travellers in summer 2021

EU member states have just agreed to open up for travel from June. This is what you need to know.

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Why this small, crowd-free country could be the perfect 2021 holiday

Luxembourg can be overlooked as a holiday destination. Here's why the small, quiet country could be the perfect holiday in 2021.