Travel Writers' Must-Buy European Holiday Treats
From Belgian honey cakes to Italian sugared jellies, discover the local delicacies and supermarket treasures travel experts always bring home from holidays across Europe.
From Belgian honey cakes to Italian sugared jellies, discover the local delicacies and supermarket treasures travel experts always bring home from holidays across Europe.
Discover Guardian fashion expert Jess Cartner-Morley's curated Christmas gift guide for 2025, featuring 31 stylish picks from cult beauty to designer fashion. Find the perfect present.
Polly Hudson reviews Meghan Markle's Netflix holiday special, finding its ultra-extra festive nonsense oddly perfect for Christmas. Discover why the critics' tone has shifted.
Discover an immersive cultural holiday with Sweden's Sami people, learning ancient reindeer herding skills. Book a unique Arctic adventure for 2025/26.
Cartoonist Becky Barnicoat predicts the festive season's most overused tropes in her 2025 Christmas Cliche Charts. Discover the satire that defines modern holiday culture.
Health officials call for clear warnings about methanol poisoning risks in popular holiday destinations. Learn the symptoms and how to stay safe abroad.
Discover three unique homemade cocktail mixers for Christmas, including a fiery Fire Cider and a festive Negroni blend. Elevate your holiday hosting with these expert recipes from Thomasina Miers.
Discover Mad Swans, the provocative new UK staycation resort near Bath. With a 12-hole golf course, neon buggies, and a focus on fun, it's redefining the British countryside break. Find out more.
The Guardian wants to hear from UK readers about their 2025 Christmas plans. Are you embracing the festive season early or holding back? Share your story and thoughts on the holiday spirit.
After a rainy registry office wedding, a couple renews their vows in paradise at Nova Maldives. Discover their emotional story and the resort's wedding package details.
After a 17-hour journey, one couple renews vows at Nova Maldives. Discover if the luxury resort's aqua villas, fine dining, and soulful service justify the long-haul flight from the UK.
Struggling with Christmas gifts for him? Our 2025 guide, curated by an expert, reveals 20 unique presents from tech to grooming that go beyond the usual suspects. Find inspiration now.
Tracey Kasongo, 33, swapped her London life for a Brooklyn apartment via Kindred and found love with a filmmaker. Her story mirrors the classic rom-com 'The Holiday'. Read her magical New York tale.
From 'Home Alone' to 'The Holiday', fake films within movies are a fascinating art form. Discover how they're made and why audiences wish they were real.
Discover a curated list of 50 unique and affordable gifts under £40, from tech gadgets to cosy homeware. Perfect for thoughtful holiday shopping without breaking the bank.
Discover the Monocle Christmas Market in Marylebone, London's most underrated festive fair featuring real reindeer and curated artisan brands on December 13-14, 2025.
Butlin's holiday resorts post a £28.3m pre-tax profit for 2024, a dramatic turnaround from a £74.2m loss. CEO criticises new 'tourism tax' as rival Haven struggles. Read the full financial analysis.
A UK staffing agency failed to pay temporary workers their full holiday pay, withholding millions. Discover the legal breach and its impact on workers' rights.
A scathing review of Meghan, Duchess of Sussex's Netflix holiday special, 'With Love, Meghan: Holiday Celebration', featuring Prince Harry and celebrity guests. Now streaming.
Missed the Cyber Monday rush? Our curated guide reveals 10 top deals from Starz, Apple, Away and more still live for UK shoppers. Grab discounts on tech, home, travel and wellness.
A well-travelled flight attendant shares her five must-visit, budget-friendly destinations for 2026, from the Balkans to Central America. Get inspired for your next getaway.
A winter sun escape to Marrakech is on offer for just £79 per person, including flights, a four-star hotel stay, breakfast, and a sunset camel ride. Discover the details of this incredible Wowcher and Travelodeal package.
Discover the quirky festive rituals of Guardian writers, from ice-skating at Hampton Court Palace to 'intermittent wrapping' and bizarre mermaid ornaments. Find your new Christmas tradition.
Discover the 28 products Guardian US's Filter team personally uses and loves this holiday season, from travel gear and self-care essentials to home upgrades and cleaning must-haves.
A festive reindeer named Buddy sparked a major overnight search involving police, coastguard and Royal Marines after escaping in Formby. Read how Christmas was saved.
Parkdean Resorts' huge Black Friday sale ends tonight, with four-night UK coastal breaks from just £79. Over 200,000 holidays are discounted by up to 50%. Act fast to secure your bargain getaway.
Gary Lineker hits back at far-right activist Tommy Robinson after he shared footage of the presenter walking with his daughter-in-law in Mexico. Read the full story.
A reindeer caused festive chaos after bolting from a Southport parade, leading to a major rescue operation on Formby Beach. Read the full story of the dramatic recovery.
Jeremy Clarkson reveals his children are considering staying abroad after Costa Rica holiday. The TV star criticises UK tax policies and entrepreneurship climate. Read his full comments.
A tale of two economies this festive season as high earners in affluent areas spend freely while others struggle with debt and inflation. Discover the data shaping UK retail.