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...

JET2 SPREADS HOLIDAY JOY BY LAUNCHING HUGE SALE AND SUPER-LOW DEPOSIT

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Jet2’s peak campaign – unboxing the sunshine ahead of Christmas

JET2 is making it even easier for holidaymakers to enjoy that “Nothing beats a just-booked holiday” feeling, by launching an unmissable sale that offers customers huge savings across all award-winning flights and holidays.

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HEAD TO THE CANARIES WHERE SPRING HOTELS PROVIDES A WINTER SUNSHINE ESCAPE

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Spring Hotels’ Bitacora outdoor spa

FAMILIES weighing up their next sunshine escape often default to the Greek islands. Yet the Canary Islands are a hot contender when it comes to affordable, family-friendly destinations – with the archipelago’s year-round sunshine an additional perk.

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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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