Petting Stray Animals Abroad Could Be Deadly – Expert Warns Travellers After Rabies Case Confirmed Holidaymakers are being urged to avoid stroking stray cats and dogs abroad—particularly in countries with known rabies risks—following a warning from the UK Health Security Agency (UKHSA) after a fatal rabies case linked to travel in Morocco. Mark McShane, Food Hygiene Expert at Food Hygiene Certificate, is calling for greater awareness of the hidden dangers that come with interacting with animals while travelling. The latest rabies case, confirmed by UKHSA, is the second in recent years to involve contact with a dog overseas. Both were…

P&O Cruises launches winter sun sale, allowing guests to extend their summer P&O Cruises has launched a limited-time winter sun sale with savings of up to £200 per person on selected holidays to the Caribbean, Canary Islands and Atlantic Islands. Additionally, applicable holidays can be booked with a new low deposit offer of £20 per person on new Select Price and Early Saver bookings made between July 10 and July 21, 2025, on selected 12–16-night Caribbean and Atlantic Islands holidays departing between October 2025 to March 2026. Guests can escape the winter chill and set sail to sunnier shores, choosing…

Jet2.com launches ski programme from Belfast International Airport for Winter 26/27 Ski services on sale to Salzburg, giving skiers and snowboarders access to the best ski resorts in Austria 9th July 2025: Jet2.com has today put its Ski programme on sale from Belfast International Airport for Winter 26/27, with flights available to the best slopes in the Austrian Alps. The leading leisure airline will operate a Ski programme to Salzburg from Belfast International Airport next winter. Weekly Saturday services are on sale to the popular ski destination from mid-December 2026 and throughout the winter season. With weekend flights available, skiers…

Best of British: Escape to the Countryside for a Quintessentially British Staycation ​ LUXURY UK STAYCATION DESTINATIONS Looking for your next luxury staycation? Longueville Manor, The Harper, Plas Weunydd, The Nest, and Tinwood Estate have you covered. Longueville Manor: Jersey’s most renowned 5* hotel, a Relais & Chateaux property boasting a 3AA rosette restaurant. Beautifully appointed bedrooms, dog-friendly, exquisite 5,000-strong wine cellar, boutique spa, vast Victorian kitchen garden and large outdoor pool and sundeck. White sandy beaches, the freshest seafood, key historical sites and natural beauty on your doorstep. Multiple flights daily from key airports all over the UK, just…

From Volcano Treks to Ancient Temples: Top Reasons to Visit Guatemala Located in Central America, Guatemala is a country where ancient history, culture and varied landscapes come together. From ancient Maya ruins and highland villages to active volcanoes and lush rainforests, it offers a broad mix of experiences in one destination. Travellers can explore historic sites, take on outdoor adventures or immerse themselves in local traditions that remain central to daily life. Guatemala is home to 37 volcanoes, and climbing Acatenango is one of the most exciting ways to witness the landscape. The trek involves 1,570 metres of ascent, with…

Iceland’s first cascading waterfall lagoon opens on The Golden Circle Revolutionary two-story geothermal experience pairs Northern Lights viewing with acclaimed chef Gísli Matt’s farm-to-table philosophy Bookings open from 15th August 2025 www.laugaraslagoon.is Soak in Iceland’s first cascading waterfall lagoon, and in winter, marvel at the Northern Lights dancing overhead. Laugarás Lagoon opens this summer along the banks of the Hvítá River in the village of Laugarás, a charming location known for its lush greenery, geothermal activity, and local farms. This isn’t just another geothermal pool. Developed by Mannverk, owned by Norverk, and operated by Laugarás Lagoon ehf., the lagoon is…

easyJet launches two new winter routes from Northern Ireland First ever direct route from Northern Ireland to Lapland will take off for the festive season New domestic flights from Belfast City to Edinburgh the capital of Scotland are also now on sale Seats are now on sale on easyJet.com and via the mobile app with fares starting from £14.99* City break packages available to Edinburgh with easyJet holidays Northern Ireland’s largest airline, easyJet, will add two new routes to its network, offering even more choice for the winter season. Flights are now on sale at easyJet.com and via the app,…

Summer Opening for Lidl Northern Ireland’s Hotly Anticipated Newcastle Store Lidl Sport for Good ambassador and Paralympian Bethany Firth MBE will cut the ribbon on new store on 19 June Lidl Northern Ireland has announced the opening date for its new store in Newcastle, Co Down, marking another milestone in the retailer’s £150 million investment plan for upgrading and expanding its store network in the region. The new concept store, located at Shan Slieve Drive and Bryansford Road at the foot of the Mourne Mountains, will open its doors on Thursday, 19th June, relocating from its existing position at Railway…

Cruises for Everyone Explore the World by Cruise – With Expert Guidance from Your ITAA Travel Agent Whether you’re a seasoned cruiser or setting sail for the first time, your ITAA travel agent is here to help you choose the perfect cruise. With so many options available, the right cruise will depend on your budget, travel dates, destinations of interest, and preferred onboard and onshore experiences. The best known type of cruise, ocean voyages offer a classic cruise experience aboard large ships with extensive itineraries, entertainment, dining, and facilities. Perfect for families, couples, solo travellers, and groups alike, ocean cruises…

European Sleeper is the first train operator in Europe to open Christmas 2025 bookings Brussels – Antwerp – Amsterdam – Berlin – Dresden – Prague Utrecht, [10 June 2025] – European Sleeper is pleased to announce that bookings for one of Europe’s most popular festive season routes are now open for travel until 4 January 2026. Offering longer booking windows is one of the most important elements in making train travel more competitive with air travel. Due to various bureaucratic processes, European railways traditionally offer short booking windows for the high-demand Christmas period. European Sleeper adopts a customer-oriented approach by…