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As China goes visa-free, Britain ties itself in knots with complex ETA rules
In his latest newsletter, Simon Calder explains how China’s visa-free travel contrasts with the UK’s new ETA rules, leaving dual nationals to weigh a risky gamble
Independent Travel 
Holiday park with heated pool £28 a night in school holidays is ideal for families
The holiday park offers a heated indoor pool, spa facilities and lakeside views with accommodation from £28 per person per night during the school holidays
Daily Express Travel 
Pilot tells plane passengers to look out of window and something amazing happens
An aeroplane passenger was left in awe after her pilot instructed everyone on board to look out of the windows on the left-hand side of the cabin into the night sky
The Mirror Travel 
Primark's 'stylish' £25 cabin travel bag is 'perfectly sized for essentials'
The fashion retailer is selling a 'pull-along cabin bag' that could be ideal for holidays
UK's longest tunnel being built in £7.4 billion project will be longer than Northern Line
The tunnel will stretch to 23-miles long once finished, and should be ready to use by 2030. However, costs have soared far beyond the initial estimate.
Emirates Skywards offers Ramadan rewards and chance to win share of 2 million Skywards Miles
In the spirit of giving this month, Emirates Skywards is offering its members the chance to enter a prize draw and be one of 20 lucky winners of 100,000 Skywards Miles. Every Skywards member who spends with Skywards Everyday or Skywards Miles Mall will be entered into the draw while also earning 25% bonus Miles on all spends.
Breaking Travel News 
Faith-Based Travelers Turn to Biblical Greece for a More Stable Journey
As global travel patterns continue to evolve, Greece is emerging as a leading destination for faith-based and New Testament-focused tours. Industry data and tour operator reporting indicate that Christian travelers are increasingly selecting Greece for biblical journeys, citing accessibility, affordability, and historical significance.
Four Seasons Hotel Toronto Welcomes Newly Appointed General Manager, Chelan Goonetilleke
Four Seasons Hotel Toronto proudly announces the appointment of Chelan Goonetilleke as its new General Manager. Chelan brings a wealth of experience and a passion for excellence, transferring from Four Seasons Resort and Residences Whistler, where he served as General Manager.
Uniglobe Travel Center Named ASTA Host Agency of the Year for Fourth Time
Uniglobe Travel Center has been named Host Agency of the Year by the American Society of Travel Advisors (ASTA), marking the fourth time the company has received the honor. The award was presented during the ASTA Globes and accepted on behalf of Uniglobe Travel Center by Vice President Betsy Geiser. The annual recognition highlights host agencies that demonstrate exceptional leadership, advisor support, and a sustained commitment to advancing professionalism within the travel advisor community.
Divi Resorts Highlights Exclusive Direct Booking Perks
Divi Resorts is reinforcing its commitment to making Caribbean travel more accessible, flexible, and rewarding for today’s travelers by highlighting the advantages of booking directly through its official website, www.diviresorts.com. With beachfront resorts across Aruba, Barbados, Bonaire, St. Maarten, and St. Croix, Divi Resorts continues to focus on providing options that allow guests to plan vacations on their own terms — whether booking far in advance, traveling as a family, or taking a much-needed escape on short notice.
Omni Hotels & Resorts Modernizes Guest Engagement With Canary Technologies
Canary Technologies, the award-winning global leader in hotel guest management technology, announced today that Omni Hotels & Resorts has selected Canary to enhance the in-stay guest experience. Omni will leverage Canary’s Guest Experience Platform across its portfolio to create more connected, personalized stays for every guest.
Expired British passport issued as long ago as 1989 could get dual nationals into UK
Exclusive: Home Office has told airlines they can accept ‘possible alternative documentation’ from citizens of two countries
Luxury Cruising Enters Its Personalization Era
Luxury cruising is undergoing a quiet but significant transformation. As small-ship fleets expand and hotel brands long associated with land-based luxury enter the market, affluent travelers are no longer asking which cruise line is “the best.” Instead, they’re asking which one fits them.
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Discover Europe’s Newest Hotel Barge Destination: Inland Brittany Aboard Nymphea
European Waterways is opening up a part of France most travellers never see: inland Brittany. Aboard the hotel barge Nymphea, guests cruise deep into the region’s quiet interior, following the historic Canal de Nantes à Brest between Josselin and Redon. This is slow travel at its most rewarding — narrow waterways, lock-by-lock cruising and front-row access to medieval towns, market villages and unspoilt countryside shaped by Celtic history.
Captiva Landing Opens at South Seas, Boosting Family Appeal in Fort Myers
Families visiting Fort Myers now have another reason to head to its barrier islands, following the opening of Captiva Landing at South Seas Resort. Located on the southern end of Captiva Island, Captiva Landing is a vibrant new water attraction designed to bring generations together through shared experiences, relaxed recreation and island-inspired fun.
The Ritz-Carlton Yacht Collection and Johanna Ortiz Debut a First-of-its-Kind Takeover at Sea
The Ritz-Carlton Yacht Collection announces an exclusive collaboration with renowned Colombian luxury fashion designer Johanna Ortiz, debuting aboard Ilma beginning February 17. The limited-time takeover introduces Ortiz’s signature world of custom prints and textiles on board, transforming the yacht’s Pool Deck and Observation Terrace into an expression of tropical vibrancy, craftsmanship, and the joy of travel.