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The Kent coastline is a treasure trove of scenic locations, from the golden sands of Broadsteer to the charming Pebble Beach of Deal. Snugly surrounded between Herne Bay and Seasalter, Whitstable has become a beacon for beach fans. Just five miles north of Canterbury, this quaint town is filled with attractions that tempt visitors.Its impressive eateries, pubs, rich history, and landmarks such as Whittore Castles and Gardens become undeniable favorites. But it is a vast beach in Whitlabel, truly solidifying its position as a major destination, attracting crowds every year. The town's charm has captivated many famous personalities. Iconic hammer…

This article contains affiliate links. You will receive sales commissions generated from sales. learn more Grenada's stunning coastline (Image: Mount Cinnamon)Discover the stunning Grenada (Image: Getty)Once you arrive at the stunning Caribbean Island of Grenada, prepare to be greeted by vibrant buildings and lush green scenery. It is roughly the same size as the Isle of Wight and is known affectionately as “Spice Island” due to its exports of nutmeg, cinnamon, ginger, cloves, allspice and turmeric. The island is also famous for its breathtaking white sandy beaches and a wonderfully relaxed lifestyle. We quickly adapted to “island time” and tasted…

Indigo has appointed former FAA administrator Michael Whitaker as independent superintendent. The move was announced on April 24th, and has been subject to shareholder and regulatory approval, bringing airlines to expand their operations around the world. Whitaker will become the ninth board member of low-cost operators if confirmed. Whitaker was an FAA administrator from October 2023 to January 2025, resigning ahead of current US President Donald Trump's inauguration. He has established leadership positions throughout the aviation sector, including Advanced Air Mobility Firm Supernal, United Airlines and Hyundai. “We're committed to providing a range of services to our customers,” said Rahul…

The Global Awards aim to promote innovation and sustainability in the aviation sector. This edition will be held in collaboration with the International Civil Aviation Organization (ICAO) following the signing of a memorandum of understanding (MOU) between two entities during the Global Sustainable Aviation Market (GSAM) event in February. With the total prize of USD 1 million, the award aims to encourage groundbreaking solutions and research that contribute to the development of sustainable aviation fuels (SAF) and overall advances in aviation sustainability. Abdulla Bin Touq Al Marri, Minister of Economics and Chairman of the General Civil Aviation Bureau, said: As…

North Wales' seaside city was chosen as the worst in the UK. Recent visitors to the Cathedral city of Gwynedd, Bangor, described it as “drab” and “rundown.”Often called a “seaside town,” the city was voted the worst in the country in a massive survey conducted by which? A trip when a consumer group identified the worst seaside town in the UK. Lincolnshire's Mabrethorpe and Somerset's Burnham On Sea also did not score. Wales' oldest city ranks only 42%, with a survey rating of 1 star for food, drinks, tourist attractions and shopping. For everything else including the value of the…

Cathay Pacific Group has warned of possible impacts from the ongoing trade war between the US and China, and is expected to soften freight demand in the coming months. The airline group that makes up mainline operator Cathay and the low-cost unit HK Express have described it as “uncertainty” surrounding trade tariffs from the US. Cathay is the latest in more and more operators to flag the growing uncertainty surrounding the Trump administration's tariff policy. “We are pleased to announce that we are pleased to announce that we are pleased to announce that we are pleased to announce that we…

Africa's Travel Indaba 2025 is preparing for its official opening in Durban from May 13th to 15th, with Business Opportunity Networking Day (Bonday) starting on May 12th. The excitement has already been built after this week's media launch at Moses Mavida Stadium. There, Tourism Minister Patricia de Lille, KwaZulu-Natal leaders and tourism stakeholders highlighted the growing role of events in fostering inclusive economic growth, innovation and regional collaboration.Source: Tourism BureauThis year's African Travel Indaba theme, “Unlimited Africa,” positions the continent as a destination of endless possibilities and ambitions.In his keynote speech at the time of the media's release, Delir described…

Emirates Courier Express delivers a door-to-door flexible, fully integrated package using more than 250 aircraft, a vast global network and a trusted partner network, Emirates fleet. Emirates is supported by nearly 40 years of experience moving goods and people around the world and launched the Emirates Courier Express. This is an end-to-end delivery solution for redefineing the Express Delivery experience. To help Emirates Courier Express address the challenges of the entire industry, Emirates worked with a variety of global customers to pilot the product, collaborate with finesse, aiming to be as fast, reliable and flexible as possible before it hits…

If you still have a Burgundy UK passport, you should check one thing before your trip.The UK switched from a Burgundy passport to a blue passport in 2020, but even five years after the switch, many of us who already had dated passports are still rocking Burgundy.Most passports have been issued for about 10 years. This means that switching to a Blue Passport will not be fully completed until 2030, when all remaining Burgundy Passports expire.However, holiday makers with Burgundy passports are being urged to check their travel documents before heading out this summer holidays.A video shared by Rudge Daily…

An airline spokesman said that Oligny Aircraft is not being served following “Tale Strike.” They added the airline's engineering team, and partners looked into the aircraft's G-Pembu to assess sustained damage when the plane's tail hit the runway on April 15, and determined a timeline for a safe return to service. The spokesman said Oligney will “conduct resilience measurements of additional aircraft” through leases after the incident.They added: “We continue to be committed to maintaining reliable and secure services for our customers.”Last week, an Aurigny spokesman said, “We can confirm that one of the flights that arrived at Guernsey Airport…