How to turn 28 days of annual leave into 61 days of holiday in 2025 (and where to go)
From a New Year’s break in January to an extended Easter bank holiday, here’s how to get the most out of your annual leave next year

From a New Year’s break in January to an extended Easter bank holiday, here’s how to get the most out of your annual leave next year
From Italy-shaped Limoncello bottles to tiny Eiffel Tower statues, these mementos always seem like a great idea… until you get them home
After a tourist boat capsized on Monday, doubts over the country’s commitment to visitor safety will only increase
Whether you’re driving home, taking the train or flying overseas, here’s how to avoid disruption during the festive period
Thirst, a new novel by Giles Foden, takes us back to Africa again, but its adventure narrative and characterisation wilt amid flabby writing
For a city break in the cost of living crisis era, consider these budget beauties, including Porto and Bucharest
Everything you need to know about the spookiest day of the year
Daisy Johnson’s eerie short stories in The Hotel might feel well-worn, but the prose is controlled and the tales still haunting
Make the most of the October break with these brilliant activities in England and Wales
From family forest getaways to last-minute city breaks, travelling in autumn can make for a better, cheaper trip
We examine the best and worst carriers for flyers with disabilities
With a new Saudi airline pinching UK captains, there’s never been a better time to be a pilot - here’s how
From what to pack and how much to budget, to which insurance to opt for and the destinations to avoid, our experts have all the answers
Holidaymakers travelling across Europe have been warned to expect disruption on some routes
We take a look into the surprisingly controversial world of the holiday memento, including the purchases that could land you in trouble
The phenomenon of getting up early to bag the best sunlounger is nothing new, but things have escalated in recent months