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The quaint coastal town in the province of Cadiz has copied the “happiest town” of Spain in 2025. Chipiona surpasses dozens of other delightful towns in Spain and has earned a top spot, with the report highlighting “the philosophy of people, climate and philosophy.”This achievement has risen significantly since it ranked third since last year, and is firmly seen on the national map, making this modest town famous for its vast sandy beaches and Spain's tallest traditional lighthouse.The study, conducted by Yougov on behalf of sugar producer Azucarera, titled Los Pueblos Mas Felices de España, surveyed over 2,000 Spanish adults…

Few people in the UK have never heard of millions of people heading there every year. However, there is a gem that is only known from just 15km from the popular holiday hotspot, and recently has been crowned Spain's top coastal destination for British holiday makers on a budget.Which one? The trip, which conducted a survey of 1,000 people, is Altea's gentle whitewashed gem, Spain's best escape, wiping out categories such as charm, value for value, scenery and more. According to either of these, the Spanish city is “a historic village destination where the blue-stretched church dome on the hill…

The much-anticipated direct train service between the UK and Switzerland could soon be on the horizon. The UK and Swiss governments have just signed a memorandum of understanding aimed at overcoming logistics and regulatory challenges that prevent seamless rail travel between London and Geneva, the Department of Transport (DFT) said. The current journey from St. Pancras, London to Switzerland will allow passengers to trade trains for Parisian trains and extend the train journey to almost seven and a half hours. Under the new plan, that period could be reduced to about five hours on a direct train. The memorandum was…

London: The UK government plans to strengthen visa requirements to curb the number of people migrant workers coming to the UK through legal routes. Under measures outlined in the immigration whitepaper, the Prime Minister's Carestarmer government calls for restricting skilled workers visas to graduate-level jobs, enforcing businesses to enhance training for local workers, and ending what is called the “failed free market experiment” of mass immigration. In its announcement on Sunday, the UK home office said that skilled visas will only be granted to people in graduate work, but that visas in low-skilled roles will only be issued in areas…

If you are planning a summer vacation and know that you are likely to overpack, or if you want to take lots of souvenirs back for a friend, it is important to know that the airline you book is important. If you have checked bags, some airlines offer greater allowances than others. If you are likely to want a large suitcase, experts from the Travel Republic have revealed the airlines with the largest baggage allowance.Most airlines have a standard check baggage allowance of 23kg for economy class passengers, with some exceptions due to local policies, generous baggage policies, or specific…

Palma police and Guardia citizens have warned that traffic congestion is getting worse on the popular Holiday Islands of Mallorca. This is especially true for Palma, which is the access road to the capital (including Via De Cintura (MA-20) Ring Road). This has resulted in an increase in accidents. Currently, veterans at Guardia Civil's Tráfico Division say there appears to be no signs of improvement in the near future. “On the contrary, there are more and more cars. This means greater crowding of the outdated road network. Without a quick and decisive response, this situation will only get worse.”Officials predict…

Located on the British border and surrounded by rolling hills, the historic town of Pleistagne is crowned one of the top UK locations by the Sunday Times, which highlighted its powerful community spirit and stunning scenery.Small towns with fewer than 3,000 residents are far from dormant. It pulsates in dynamic local life. From hosting music festivals to introducing award-winning museums to spearheading numerous community initiatives, Presteigne is a place of cultural richness. Praise for Prestain, the Sunday Times said:”Volunteer drivers are on hand to take people to visit long distance hospitals, and wild flowers that brighten up every near and…

I just jumped into Europe. This was my first solo long distance flight (Image: Shania King-Soyza)Call me crazy, but I just went on my first solo flight and it was 13 hours away from my home (London). Prior to this, in 2023 I went “down the road” to Barcelona, ​​which was my first and only international trip. The world of journalism took you to a wonderful, unexpected place, and I was fortunately invited to a business trip to China's Sumi Shenzhen, where PR companies Communicatemore and Impact explored emerging products in technology and experienced a very different culture Shenzhen had…

You will need to apply for a work permit or a post-study work visa if you intend to stay and work in the UK after completing your academic program. More than 300,000 students were given graduation visas in 2024, allowing them to remain and work in the UK for a predetermined amount of time.  As an International student, you have a fantastic opportunity to study, work, and live by accepting a position in your field of interest after graduation through the Post Study Work Visa UK (PSWV). Get Up to $100,000 Student Loan for Your Master in US or Canada.…

As the weather warms, tourists are quickly setting their sights on their next holiday destination. Croatia is often high on the list of holiday spots, but all eyes tend to look to the coast.Here you will find stunning destinations in Split and Dubrovnik, located on the Adriatic coast. However, looking further inland around 120 miles of inland will reveal another city where the Croatian capital could be added. It is one of the most important transport hubs in the country Central Europe, the Mediterranean and Southeastern Europe meet via roads, rail and aviation networks. This makes it a great destination…