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...

FLIGHT ATTENDANT REVEALS HOW TO GET THAT FREE SEAT UPGRADE

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A FLIGFHT attendant has shared insights on how to secure a complimentary upgrade on your flight. From joining loyalty schemes to choosing the best times to check in—these insider suggestions could revolutionise your travel experience.

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TRAVEL EXPERTS REVEAL THE BEST TIMES TO ARRIVE AT MAJOR UK AIRPORTS

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London Gatwick Airport

TRAVEL experts have pinpointed the ideal times for arriving at UK airports to avoid the stress of missing your flight.

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MOST UK HOLIDAYMAKERS OVERSPEND BY UP TO £500 DUE TO COMMON MISTAKES….

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Brian Ogle outside The Louvre in Paris. There is a lot to see including the famous Mona Lisa but admission costs around £20 and you usually have to book in advance. However, many cities offer free admission to places like museums and parks which will help make your budget stretch further

RESEARCH indicates that 78 per cent of British holidaymakers overspend on their trips, losing up to £500 due to common travel mistakes.

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LACK OF SNOW IMPACTING YOUR SKI HOLIDAY? YOUR RIGHTS EXPLAINED….

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TRIPS COULD BE AFFECTED BY AMOUNTS OF SNOW IN SOME EUROPEAN RESORTS

No problem with lack of snow in this picture…. but things are changing in many popular ski resorts in Europe and North America…..

AS Europe faces another warm winter, the 6.3 million Brits who embrace the slopes annually, are confronting a stark reality: significant snow shortages across favourite ski resorts in Europe and North America.

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MORE FLIGHTS AND HOLIDAYS TO A TRIO OF ITALIAN FAVOURITES

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The arena in Verona – more seats to Verona from Belfast International

Jet2.com and Jet2holidays yesterday announced a significant expansion of their Italian programmes, with thousands of extra seats going on sale to Sardinia, Sicily and Verona across both Summer 24 and 25 in response to demand for ‘La Dolce Vita’ from customers.

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THIS WEEKEND MY THOUGHTS WILL BE BACK IN FLANDERS FIELDS…

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….. UNDER THE CANADIAN MAPLE TREES OF CANADA FARM CEMETERY OUTSIDE YPRES

Brian Ogle on one of his visits to Canada Farm cemetery near Ypres

ON Remembrance Sunday tomorrow I will as always be following BBC TV’s coverage of events at the Cenotaph in Whitehall, but my thoughts for at least some of the time will be hundreds of miles away at Canada Farm cemetery at Elverdinge, a few miles outside Ypres in West Flanders.

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SAVE IN THE CITY: HOW TO VISIT PARIS ON A BUDGET….

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Experts at Pink Boutique have created a guide on how you can live the Parisian life, and indulge in a bit of culture without splashing the cash to do so

Brian Ogle at the fountain on the Boulevard St Michel in Paris

WITHIN the first half of 2023, Paris’ popularity rose by 12.3% for tourists. And if you’re someone who suffers from FOMO, then not having France as your next holiday destination is a mistake.  

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BELFAST FEATURED IN BIGGEST WINTER PROGRAMME TO ICELAND

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Iceland – perfect place to see the Northern Lights

Jet2.com and JetCityBreaks are celebrating the start of their biggest ever Winter programme to Iceland, after waving off their first flight of the season to the stunning destination from Leeds Bradford and Newcastle International Airports this yesterday. 

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