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If you don't love the high temperatures of the sky, summer vacation can bring, but you still want to enjoy a gorgeous trip. Lithuania is a great alternative to some of the busy holiday hotspots, with summer temperatures around 24c and no need to escape to the air conditioner every 10 minutes.Just under three hours from the UK, Lithuania was recently named one of Lonely Planet's top European destinations in 2025, establishing its position as the ideal family-friendly alternative to traditional holiday hotspots. Lithuania's refreshing mild climate and rich outdoor activities make it the perfect cooldown destination as Southern Europe…

By the usual measures of tourism, Cornwall and Devon dominate the conversation. Its long-standing reputation as a coastline, charming seaside town and UK's most popular beach holiday destination attracts millions of people each year. According to Cornwall opportunities, Cornwall alone has over 4 million visits and 14 million days of trips per night. Meanwhile, according to a 2018 report from Visitengland, Devon is ranked as England's fourth most popular visitor destination. But despite these statistics, neither county is the most beautiful beach I've ever stepped into. It is hidden on Harris, the Outer Hebrides in Scotland, an island that received…

Travel expert Chelsea Dickenson is constantly hunting for a way to travel as cost-effective and smooth as possible. On a mission to help the country prepare for summer plans, Boots and Chelsea Dickenson are known as cheaper holiday experts, curating quick throwing bundles that include all the essentials of festivals, beach trips and adventures, allowing customers to get the essential items they need.Speaking to the Express, Chelsea said: “The truth is, if you have a little budget and you're trying to pack light, you have to bend the rules a bit. I'm not at a slight disadvantage in the grey…

Some of the stakeholders of Accra Weizo Travel and Tourism Expo Yvonne Dong-Cour, chairman of Ghana's tour operator Union (Tarta), highlights the urgent need for improved cross-border tourism policies and regional cooperation to stimulate travel within Africa. She called on June 27, 2025 at the 8th edition of the Accra Weizo Travel and Tourism Expo, held in Accra on the theme of “Seamless Travel in West Africa: Opportunities and Challenges.” Providing a message of goodwill, she highlighted the importance of rethinking the ECOWAS-Free Movement Protocol, confirming it is more effective than today's evolving travel environment.”The free movement of people, goods…

Many Britons are looking for alternative destinations to busy hotspots such as Spain and Portugal. As anti-tourism protests rise across Europe, Britons are thinking about where to go instead of traditional destinations. One of the countries they flock to is Türkiye, both in Asia and Europe.Turkey has many fascinating destinations, and cities like Istanbul are a huge hit with tourists. However, there are some countries that are perfect for cheap resorts, great food, stunning beaches and hot sunbathing. Turkey has a turquoise coast, also known as the Turkish Riviera. This part of the country is located southwest along the Mediterranean…

The stunning beach is considered to be the longest, uninterrupted sandy coast in the world, boasting stunning golden sand. Praia do Cassino, or English casino beach, is located on the southern coast of Brazil in the state of Rio Grande Do Sul, and its pure scale is eye-opening.It extends all the way from the city of Rio Grande in the north to the Brazilian border with Uruguay in the south, with gorgeous strips of the Atlantic coastline along the way. Its length estimates vary, but are thought to extend to a whopping 158 miles. This goes some way beyond the…

In recent years, more people have chosen to choose to stay. As a result, many people appear in famous idyllic coastal towns during peak season. In fact, a consumer information report released last year suggests that 52% of British people choose to leave within the UK. About 34% plan to take two vacations in the UK in 2024, while 23% have penciled in their calendars for more than three trips. Popular spots include St. Ives, Southwold, Brighton, Bamburgh and Portmayrion, which took place in its heyday with the advent of the railroad, making travelling to the beach more affordable for…

According to the volcanic red weather map, the European hotspots loved by Britons are set to temperatures above 40c. WXCharts predicts Greece will be burnt on July 6th, with mercury reaching 41C in the central part of the country. However, this type of temperature was spoofed as a predicted heat wave this weekend, and temperatures are expected to exceed 40c, so we were able to see this type of temperature faster. Health warnings have been issued to residents and visitors.Greece's National Weather Service (EMY) says temperatures today range between 39-41C on the mainland and 36-38C on the island. On Saturday,…

British vacationers traveling abroad are encouraged to change one of their mobile phone settings before boarding a flight.There are many things to think about before jumping down. Please double check your passport to make sure you have a boarding pass. However, it is important not to ignore your phone settings. Travel experts say turning off autoplay on your phone could be the difference between a smooth, budget-friendly holiday and an expensive roaming bill. If your phone has autoplay turned on while data roaming is enabled, you can quietly eat up the background data from the moment you land at your…

President Donald Trump said the US and China have signed a trade agreement, adding that he expects to make a deal with India soon. Commerce Secretary Howard Lutnick told Bloomberg Television that the contract was signed earlier this week. Neither Lutnick nor Trump provided details regarding the agreement. “We just signed with China the other day,” Trump said late Thursday. Lutnick said the transaction was “signed and sealed” two days ago. It was unclear whether the latest agreement would differ from what Trump announced two weeks ago. He said it would make it easier for American industries to acquire much…