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A rise in dengue fever cases across Europe isn’t the most comfortable pre-holiday news but there are ways to reduce the risk of infection. New data from the European Centre for Disease Prevention and Control (ECDC) shows that both locally-acquired and imported cases of dengue soared last year as hotter temperatures aided the spread of disease-bearing mosquitoes. Climate change is making summer holiday planning ever-more unpredictable, with flooded airports and heatwaves among the biggest challenges that tourists have to navigate. Mosquitoes might seem like a small annoyance, but these pesky in...
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With Real Madrid having won the Champions League on Saturday, football fans' attention turns to Munich and the European Championship. Although I don’t have the same obsession I did when I was younger, I still get more excited about major football championships than I should. My first tournament was Italia 90 and it will forever hold a special place in my heart. I’m sure the same will be true for millions of kids all over Europe with their eyes on Euro 2024 this summer (even if future partners won’t let them have a Paul Gascoigne duvet cover and any future children will call Panini sticker book...
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Keen to try solo travel but anxious about what to expect? From communicating to getting around, there are lots of unknowns that you’ll have to navigate on your own. Choosing the right destination for your first trip alone can make or break your experience. With good transport connections, friendly locals and minimal language barriers, here are the best places for first-time solo travellers, according to users of Reddit’s r/travel forum. Take the train from historic towns to diverse natural sites in Spain’s AndalusiaThe autonomous community of Andalusia on Spain’s southern coast is packed with ...
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As a long-time sufferer of mild depression and anxiety, I find travel bittersweet. Lost luggage, delayed transport, navigating an unfamiliar environment… the risks and hurdles can be especially triggering for those, like me, who are less resilient. From crippling homesickness in Sarajevo to angst in Azerbaijan, I’ve had some very low moments across almost three decades of globetrotting. Yet despite these pitfalls, travel has also been a vast source of joy. Spanning a rite-of-passage summer in Salamanca (in which my Spanish and self-confidence soared) to an eye-opening festival in India (involv...
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Looking for summer holiday ideas that won’t break the bank? Southern Europe is where it’s at, according to a new report by travel search engine Kayak. Delving into average flight and hotel prices, it lists the 10 cheapest holiday destinations in Europe for Brits this year, with Spanish and Italian cities topping the list. It also reveals which flights have dropped in price the most versus last year, with travel to Türkiye down by as much as 16 per cent. Here’s everything you need to know about planning an affordable European break. Where are the cheapest destinations in Europe this summer?To r...
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Given the noise disruption and lack of legroom of a long-haul flight, many travellers are curious to try a night train to ensure a better night’s sleep. With proper beds and eco-credentials, sleeper trains certainly seem conducive to drifting off peacefully. So how do Europe’s night train services compare and which is best for dozing undisturbed? Here’s what traveller reviews on TripAdvisor and other websites say about sleeping on a sleeper. The small cabins on the Venice Simplon Orient Express are worth itIt may be the big-budget option, but the Venice Simplon Orient Express boasts glowing re...
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As with any trip abroad, your first time visiting Japan will be filled with adventure, new experiences, and interesting challenges. But from your first time sleeping on a futon to your first time getting on a night bus to Osaka, there are a few things you need to prepare yourself for. We’ve already taken a look at how to prepare for post-pandemic travel, but here we will look at some of the basics to keep in mind when planning your first Japan trip. 1. Don’t just stay in TokyoOn your first trip to Japan, it can be tempting to set your sights on Tokyo and not aim to explore much further. But if...
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