UK Christmas travel chaos: 15m drivers and airport delays
The UK's Christmas getaway faces major disruption with 15 million car journeys and severe delays at airports like Heathrow and Gatwick. Plan ahead for the festive rush.
The UK's Christmas getaway faces major disruption with 15 million car journeys and severe delays at airports like Heathrow and Gatwick. Plan ahead for the festive rush.
National Express boosts UK festive travel with 40,000+ extra seats and a new overnight Glasgow to London coach service. Book now for affordable, reliable Christmas journeys.
The Guardian invites UK travellers to share their favourite lesser-known European beach for a chance to win a £200 Coolstays voucher. Tom Hall of Lonely Planet will judge. Enter by 5 January 2026.
Londoners awoke to a rare pink fog on December 17, a stunning spectacle caused by light scattering. The Met Office warns of dense fog disrupting travel. See photos and the science behind it.
The Met Office warns of prolonged heavy rain causing localised flooding and travel chaos across parts of the UK. Find out the latest forecasts and Christmas weather outlook.
We tested a whirlwind day trip to Finnish Lapland with Canterbury Travel. Was the 4am alarm and Arctic cold worth the magic? Read our honest family review and see the costs for 2026.
A Met Office fog warning for London on Dec 17 risks major travel disruption, including flight delays and cancellations at key airports. Plan ahead and check your journey.
President Trump signs a new proclamation imposing full entry restrictions on nationals from Burkina Faso, Mali, Niger, South Sudan, and Syria. Discover the latest US immigration policy changes.
A 10-hour yellow fog warning has been issued for parts of London, affecting travel from midnight to 10am on Wednesday. Check if your area is impacted.
Separated parents face a festive travel headache. Legal expert reveals the essential documents needed to prevent your child being turned away at the airport this Christmas. Act now to check your paperwork.
Discover the top travel trends for 2026 from British Airways Holidays' report. From brain-boosting 'neurosurfing' to social media-free escapes and vintage shopping trips, find out where and how Brits will holiday next year.
The Met Office warns of life-threatening flooding and travel chaos as heavy rain hits saturated ground. Yellow and amber warnings are in force across the UK. Check your local forecast now.
The Met Office warns of four days of severe weather with over half a month's rain possible in one day. Yellow warnings for rain and wind risk travel chaos and flooding.
The Met Office warns of up to 80mm of rain in 24 hours for parts of SW England and Wales, with flood alerts active. Check your local forecast and travel advice.
US Homeland Security Secretary Kristi Noem reveals plans to significantly expand the Trump administration's travel ban. Get the latest on this major immigration policy shift and its global implications.
Health officials call for clear warnings about methanol poisoning risks in popular holiday destinations. Learn the symptoms and how to stay safe abroad.
The Met Office warns of freezing fog across SE England, with visibility below 100m threatening flight cancellations at Gatwick Airport. Check travel updates.
Interrail slashes prices by 25% on global passes for 2025 travel. Sale ends December 17. Includes Eurostar discounts from London and deals for under-28s.
Tested: The new Twiliner 'business-class' sleeper bus connecting Amsterdam and Zurich. We review the comfort, sustainability and experience of this innovative overnight transport alternative.
Manchester-based Travel Counsellors CEO Steve Byrne explains the £50m acquisition of Canada's The Travel Agent Next Door, boosting international sales to 30% and ruling out a near-term IPO.
TikTok's 2026 travel trends reveal a surge for lesser-known European escapes. The microstate of Liechtenstein, with no airport and pure fairy-tale charm, leads the list. Discover why slow travel is steering Brits to this Alpine gem.
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.
The Met Office issues an amber warning for south Wales, with up to 120mm of rain threatening severe flooding, travel disruption, and power cuts. Residents urged to prepare.
Cyclone Ditwah has killed over 400 in Sri Lanka's worst floods in 20 years. The UK Foreign Office updates travel advice. Here's what British tourists need to know.
Loveholidays launches its biggest ever Cyber Monday travel sale with package deals from £21pppn and deposits of just £19. Discover winter sun escapes to Turkey, Portugal, Thailand and more before the December 2 deadline.
The Met Office warns of a 'danger to life' from flooding and landslides as a month's worth of rain is set to fall in 24 hours across South Wales. Check the latest forecast and warnings.
UK travel companies report surge in solo female travellers, with older women embracing independence. Discover inspiring stories and the trends driving this movement.
US President Donald Trump announces complete closure of Venezuela airspace amid escalating anti-drug offensive. Airlines warned as tensions rise between nations.
Heavy rain is set to batter England and Wales this weekend, with up to 80mm forecast. The Met Office warns of travel disruption and potential flooding. Stay informed.
UK passengers face limited travel disruption as airlines implement mandatory Airbus A320 software updates following safety directive. Check with your carrier for latest information.