The 'Travel' Life of Brian

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FAVOURITE pillows (21 per cent), mugs (18 per cent) and even air fryers (11 per cent) are among the most popular home comforts students want to take with them when they head off to university.  

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ROAD traffic accidents can have serious, life-changing consequences, wherever they happen.  Whether you are a driver, a passenger, a cyclist or a pedestrian, being involved in an accident can be especially distressing when it occurs in an unfamiliar country. 

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Twenty percent of holidaymakers admit they would not know what to do or would take no action at all if they suffered an injury while on holiday abroad, according to research commissioned by Slater and Gordon, despite almost one in five holidaymakers (19 per cent) reporting they have experienced an injury during an overseas trip.

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STEPHEN GORDON, travel injury lawyer and practice development leader at Slater and Gordon provides guidance on steps to take after an onboard cruising mishap

CRUISES are among the fastest-growing holiday types, with annual passenger numbers expected to exceed 40 million by 2028. Brits are among Europe’s biggest cruise holiday consumers, with around 2.4 million taking to the seas each year. 

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A HOLIDAY getaway can quickly take a turn for the worse, and not for the reasons many may expect, as slips and trips are revealed as the leading cause for holiday accidents, in new research from law firm Slater and Gordon. 

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THE UK Civil Aviation Authority has published its annual Airport Accessibility Report for 2025/26, highlighting continued improvements in airport accessibility alongside record demand for assistance services.

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Jet2.com has great news for Northern Ireland skiers and snowboarders. Now customers can book flights from Belfast International Airport for Winter 2027/28 to the best slopes in the Austrian Alps.

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ABTA – The Travel Association estimates that 2.2 million British holidaymakers are set to head overseas for their summer holidays this weekend (24-27 July), which is the first weekend this year to see all schools in the UK on their summer break.

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AFTER discussions between the European Council and European Parliament, an agreement has been reached in a bid to reinforce EU air passenger protection, and preserve air connectivity.

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COUPLES looking to say “I do” with Jet2 can now choose from even more stunning wedding locations, as the UK consumer champion has expanded its Jet2Weddings proposition with six new destinations going on sale.

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