Author: Brian Ogle

Hello! I'm Brian Ogle. For almost 30 years I was the Editor at Northern Ireland's only travel newspaper and now that I'm freelance I'm continuing my globe-trotting ways! I hope you will follow me on this journey, exploring this amazing world...

VISIT DUBAI AND ENJOY MEMORABLE EXPERIENCES WITH EMIRATES

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Dubai – perfect for a winter break

EMIRATES is giving travellers even more reasons to visit Dubai this winter, with a special offer that combines world-class hospitality and unique experiences. Customers who book return flights to Dubai by December 21, 2025, will enjoy complimentary access to two popular tours and attractions.

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JET2HOLIDAYS TEAMS UP WITH EUROCAMP TO LAUNCH OUTDOOR HOLIDAY RANGE ACROSS EUROPE

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JET2HOLIDAYS has partnered with the UK’s leading European outdoor family holiday specialist, Eurocamp, to launch outdoor holidays across Europe, seeing the company launch a new Holiday Parks product line.

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FLARE-UP IN TENSIONS IN SE ASIA A CONCERN FOR TOURISTS

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Vast majority of tourist spots are not affected by the flare-up on the Thai-Cambodia border

A NEW flare-up of fighting on the border between Thailand and Cambodia has led to concerns about tourist travel to these two popular SE Asia destinations.

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CELEBRATE CHRISTMAS AND NEW YEAR AT TOP RED SEA RESORT

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Luxurious – the Kempinski Hotel at Somabay, Egypt’s top Red Sea destination

CELEBRATE the festive season and welcome the New Year at Somabay, Egypt’s premier Red Sea destination, with an exciting lineup of events for all ages. From thrilling sports tournaments to vibrant beach parties and lively nightlife, Somabay offers endless ways to enjoy the season in style.  

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EXPLORE MORE CITIES IN ONE TRIP WITH NEW EMIRATES ASIA PASS

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Explore more destinations in a single booking with the new Emirates Asia Pass

EMIRAATES has unveiled an exciting new way for travellers to explore Southeast Asia with the launch of the Emirates Asia Pass. Designed for travellers seeking cultural discovery and flexible itineraries, the pass simplifies multi-city travel across the region, offering convenience, value, and flexibility on one single booking.

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TRUMP’S ‘AMERICA FIRST’ POLICY TO HIT VISITORS TO NATIONAL PARKS

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The Grand Canyon will be more expensive for overseas visitors

THE US Administration is bringing its ‘America First’ policy to National Parks tourism and hitting travellers from abroad, such as the UK, in the pocket.

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ABTA REVEALS TRAVEL TREND-SETTERS AND SEPTEMBER POPULAR MONTH FOR TRAVEL

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ABTA’s new Travel Trends for 2026 report, launched yesterday, finds 25-34 year olds are the Travel Trendsetters – shaping travel for years to come, and September an increasingly popular month for overseas travel.

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CANARIES HIGH ON FODOR’S ‘NO LIST’, JUST BEHIND ANTARCTICA!

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Mount Teide in The Canaries

THE Canary Islands have been named on Fodor’s ‘No List’, a travel guide which encourages travellers to think more about the destination before they book.

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