holidays

Summer holidays: You CAN still book one without losing out financially

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This week’s statement by Transport Secretary Grant Shapps that ‘people shouldn’t be booking holidays right now’ has been slammed by the travel industry. And quite right too. Travel company bosses have roundly criticised him for failing to point out that package holidays — involving flights and accommodation booked together — are protected against cancellation by … Read more

Camping holidays: A British seaside getaway under canvas could be your best bet this summer

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Wide open spaces, spectacular natural scenery and a chance to take a much-needed, proper break. A camping holiday is just the ticket, and mixed messages from the Government aside, we’re all hoping that we can get out and about this summer in Britain. Certainly, the confidence is there, with a boom in bookings. Coolcamping.com recorded … Read more

Matt Hancock says ministers will ‘do everything’ to make sure holidays CAN happen

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Matt Hancock today insisted ministers are ‘doing everything we can’ to make sure people can go on holidays this summer – but admitted there is no guarantee of success. The Health Secretary confirmed that he has already booked a trip to Cornwall, despite Grant Shapps sparking fury yesterday by saying Britons should not plan trips … Read more

Jet2 cancels all holidays and flights until April 14 due to new travel restrictions

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Jet2 has cancelled all holidays and flights until April 14 due to travel restrictions and growing uncertainty over when lockdown will end.  The holiday giant said it was handing out full refunds for holidaymakers who have had their travel plans scrapped. Jet2 had previously announced plans to suspend their services until late March, but the … Read more

Travellers are already snapping up holidays for 2022 – and finding some irresistible bargains

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Tour operators, airlines and accommodation providers are already promoting holidays for 2022 — so is it a good idea to book one now?  Here are five reasons why this could be a smart move… CANARIES WINTER SUN EasyJet is selling holidays up until late March 2022. Seven nights at the three-star, adults-only Hotel Club Siroco on … Read more

UK government is ‘working on vaccine passports’ for summer holidays

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UK Government is ‘working on vaccine passports’ for British people to go on summer holidays amid signs Greece will drop quarantine rules for those who can prove they’ve had jab Ministers working on different options for vaccine passport to open up holidays Greece said to be preparing to waive quarantine for people who have had … Read more

UK government is ‘working on vaccine passports’ for summer holidays

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UK Government is ‘working on vaccine passports’ for British people to go on summer holidays amid signs Greece will drop quarantine rules for those who can prove they’ve had jab Ministers working on different options for vaccine passport to open up holidays Greece said to be preparing to waive quarantine for people who have had … Read more

Best credit cards deals for purchases, holidays and clearing debts

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Britain’s transition into a nation of accidental savers last year certainly had an impact on its credit card bill. Those with extra disposable income and nowhere to spend it as a result of the lockdown opted to pay down their debts and fatten their bank balances, where once the nation eschewed a savings habit. Britain … Read more

All is not lost if you can’t fly this summer: World-beating holidays in the UK

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All is not lost if you can’t fly this summer: Travel firms that normally take British travellers to exotic foreign lands have been working hard to find hidden gems in the UK Riviera Travel is offering its first British trips, including a Royal Sandringham And The Broads tour of Norfolk Art-lovers can enjoy a great … Read more