What Longer-Stay Travellers Need to DoTravellers planning extended trips to Thailand this winter are being urged to check their plans as the country’s 60-day visa-free allowance is cut to 30 days from 15 SeptemberTravellers heading to Thailand for more than a month will face new entry rules from 15 September 2026, after the Thai government formally confirmed it is cutting its visa-free stay from 60 days to 30 days.The change means UK passport holders who previously planned to spend up to two months in Thailand without arranging a visa will need to reconsider their options if their trip extends beyond…

New ID Requirements for Stena Line TravelFrom Monday 28 September 2026, Stena Line is introducing new ID Requirements for passengers travelling between Holyhead and Dublin or Fishguard and Rosslare. These passengers will now need to show their passport on departure. No other forms of ID will be accepted. All passengers must show their passport or passport card, regardless of age or nationality.

Table of Contents Lamothe-Montravel Gîte:A 5 Star Riverside Escape at the Gateway to the DordogneVillage charm, riverside tranquillity and celebrated vineyards—all from one beautifully renovated French home.Tucked away on Place de l’Église, in the charming village of Lamothe-Montravel, this beautifully renovated family gîte offers a wonderfully relaxing base at the gateway to the Dordogne.With views towards the river, generous living spaces and many of southwest France’s most captivating destinations within easy reach, it is an inviting retreat for families, couples and friends.I stayed here from 26 to 29 August 2026, and from the moment I arrived, the house felt welcoming.…

The Death of Robin Hood was filmed entirely in Northern Ireland – and fans can camp at the real locations.UK Google searches for “the death of Robin Hood” have reached 376,000 in the past month [1], as anticipation builds ahead of the film’s UK cinema release on 3 September. Starring Hugh Jackman as an ageing, exiled Robin Hood, alongside Jodie Comer and Bill Skarsgård, the film is a darker retelling of the outlaw’s final years set in 1247 England.Despite the setting, not a single scene was filmed in Nottinghamshire. Production instead took place entirely in Northern Ireland, with Silent Valley…

UNIVERSAL ORLANDO RESORT OPENS THE GATES TO HALLOWEEN HORROR NIGHTS 2026CELEBRATING 35 YEARS OF FEAR WITH SINISTER NEW EXPERIENCES INCLUDING 10 HAUNTED HOUSES, CHILLING STREET EXPERIENCES, LIVE ENTERTAINMENT AND MORE. Prepare for spine-chilling thrills as the universal orlando halloween horror nights 2026 promises to deliver an unparalleled experience for horror fans.The World’s Premier Halloween Event Invites Guests to Step Right Up into the Infernal Carnival of Nightmares, where Legendary Event Icons Jack the Clown and Dr Oddfellow Reign as the Ringmasters of Terror. Universal Orlando Resort’s Halloween Horror Nights 2026 kicks off tonight at Universal Studios Florida, marking its 35th…

Le Morne beach in MauritiusBritish Airways’ September SaleBritish Airways and British Airways Holidays have launched their September Sale today, offering savings on flights and holidays for 2026 and beyondOffers include return flights to Miami from £515 and a new route, Melbourne from £846British Airways Holidays customers can book discounted packages to New York from £599, Maldives from £1,369pp and Tenerife from £369ppBritish Airways and British Airways Holidays have today launched their annual September Sale, which starts today and runs until Tuesday 29 September.Offering savings on flights and holidays across the airline’s global network, the sale gives customers the chance to…

Barcelona Airport Strike Could Continue Into September: Travel Expert Warns Holidaymakers to PrepareSearches for “Spain airport strikes” have surged 727% as the indefinite Groundforce dispute leaves September travellers facing continued uncertaintyHolidaymakers travelling through Barcelona in the coming weeks are being warned to prepare for possible flight and baggage disruption as an indefinite ground handling strike at Barcelona-El Prat Airport continues with no announced end date.Groundforce workers at Josep Tarradellas Barcelona-El Prat Airport began indefinite industrial action on 4 August. The company provides services including check-in, boarding, baggage handling and flight coordination for around 20 airlines at the airport.New search analysis…

Experience Culinary Excellence at McConnell’s Distillery  – New ‘McConnell’s Presents…’ programme will bring food, music, comedy, art and local markets to the Belfast distillery – Belfast’s oldest jail is being transformed into the city’s newest destination venue as McConnell’s Distillery launches a new programme of events and experiences, with the Crumlin Road distillery hosting a regular calendar of food, music, comedy, arts and markets. Belfast – Northern Ireland – 28th July 2026Photo by Matt Mackey: Paula with Leanne Dickson, General Manager at the distillery. ‘McConnell’s Presents…’ will bring together a diverse range of events and experiences at the Distillery. Renowned chef…

The Valley Hotel: A Great-Value Gateway to FermanaghA welcoming boutique base in Fivemiletown, with award-winning food, newly refurbished rooms and a two-night offer that stretches the holiday budget.For travellers who want scenery without surrendering comfort—or value—Fivemiletown makes a clever base. Set between County Tyrone and County Fermanagh, The Valley Hotel & Carriage Gardens is a family-run boutique hotel in the heart of the village, around 20 minutes from Enniskillen and roughly 40 minutes along the A4 from the M1. Its position opens the door to the Fermanagh Lakelands while keeping walks, golf and independent shopping close at hand.Why stay here?The…

Moroccan local reveals the insider secrets to exploring souks authenticallyDeep Street Journeys’ resident guide in Morocco, Amanda, shares her insights as a local for navigating Morocco’s souks, from the best time to visit to the art of haggling with good humour.(Image: Deep Street Journeys)Morocco welcomed nearly 9.4 million tourists in the first half of 2026, a 6% increase compared to the same period last year*. With interest in the destination growing, a local has shared their advice for getting the most from Morocco’s souks. For many travellers, a visit to Morocco’s souks is a bucket-list experience, but the crowds, the bartering…