'I took my toddler to the UK's biggest grotto and 3 things really stood out'
Starlight Square in Milton Keynes claims to be the UK's largest indoor Christmas grotto. Reporter Liam Ryder went along to see if it delivered festive cheer.
Starlight Square in Milton Keynes claims to be the UK's largest indoor Christmas grotto. Reporter Liam Ryder went along to see if it delivered festive cheer.
Swap overcrowded Greek islands for a quiet hidden gem that offers all the serenity with barely any crowds.
A YouTube star was left gobsmacked at the cost of a fairly basic dinner in what is reputed to be the continent's most expensive city when he visited a chain of the 7-Eleven convenience store
Skip out on the crowds of touristy Greek islands with fifteen alternatives that exude the same beauty and serenity.
A fresh rail link promises affordable travel between London and Scotland. Could this "Ryanair of trains" be the game-changer for budget-conscious travellers?
Matlock Bath in Derbyshire has been a popular spot since the 17th century and was even christened 'little Switzerland' by Lord Byron due to its steep hillsides and breathtaking views
Beavertown Brewery's Cosy Pub Index has named Staffordshire as the top county for cosy pubs, beating traditional favourites with its impressive collection of welcoming venues
Festive sea swims are pure joy – and also blow away the cobwebs, unite communities and raise money for charity. Here are some old (and new) favourites Felixstowe, Suffolk A proper community affair, with hundreds of participants resplendent in festive finery racing into the North Sea at 10am sharp while much of the town gathers along the promenade to watch. The event raises funds for St Elizabeth Hospice, and every year brings new tales of heroics and even romance (there’s been the odd mid-plunge proposal). The atmosphere is as heartwarming as the water is not. Afterwards warm up with a stroll around town, with its four-mile promenade and seafront gardens. 10am, £1 6 , stelizabethhospice.org.uk Continue reading...
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Just over an hour from Sharjah and Dubai, Mleiha National Park welcomes visitors to a new season of immersive desert experiences—spanning premium glamping, astronomy programs, and outdoor adventures—across the Mleiha Glamping site and the Mleiha Archaeological Centre.
Natilus, a U.S. aerospace manufacturer of blended-wing-body (BWB) aircraft founded in 2016, today announced that it has entered the Indian market in partnership with SpiceJet. In keeping with its ethos of encouraging sustainability and innovation in the aviation space, SpiceJet has committed to work with Natilus in helping it to get certified for India. Once certified, SpiceJet plans to purchase 100 aircraft. Natilus’s newly established subsidiary - Natilus India - will be headquartered in Mumbai and led by Ravi Bhatia, Regional Director, to support in-country operations.
Norwegian Cruise Line (NCL), the innovator in global cruise travel with a 59-year history of breaking boundaries, today announced its highly anticipated winter 2027/28 deployment and the return of its guest-favorite Free at Sea Plus™ package offering more unlimited amenities, including premium beverages, streaming Wi-Fi, Starbucks® and more.
Singapore Airshow, one of the most influential international aerospace and defence exhibition, will return from 3 - 8 February 2026 at the Changi Exhibition Centre. Marking two decades of defining the future of flight, the biennial event will once again bring together global industry leaders, government and military delegations, innovators and investors to exchange ideas, forge partnerships and chart the next era of aerospace and defence.
Coming this winter, Vail Resorts is introducing a new wave of food and beverage experiences across its Colorado mountain destinations, delivering bold flavors, elevated offerings and Instagrammable moments. Breckenridge Ski Resort will debut a series of innovative concepts spanning all Five Peaks and Main Street, joined by new signature experiences at Vail Mountain, Beaver Creek Resort, and Keystone Resort that blend creativity with local character. Vail Resorts is also tapping into Colorado’s craft beer culture through a new partnership with Frisco-based Outer Range Brewing Co., bringing local flavor to the forefront.
Omni Hotels & Resorts, in partnership with Broward County, Visit Lauderdale, and developer Matthews Southwest, have officially opened the doors of Omni Fort Lauderdale Hotel with a ceremonial ribbon cutting, welcoming its first guests. This debut signals the brand’s flagship arrival to Greater Fort Lauderdale, introducing a new benchmark for sophisticated coastal luxury and elevated hospitality in South Florida. Marking a key achievement in the Broward County Convention Center District expansion, the hotel now serves as its definitive anchor, setting a new regional standard as a world-class destination for meetings, events, and leisure.
In celebration of Singapore’s 60th anniversary of independence, the National Museum of Singapore (NMS) presents two commemorative experiences chronicling Singapore’s transformation from settlement to global city and its major milestones over the past 700 years.