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Beatles legend left only £1k in will after heartbreaking sudden death

Peter Bassano was a qualified musician with historic royal connections - and as well as being a conductor and a trombonist who contributed to huge Beatles hit 'Hey Jude', he also worked as an author...

UK tourists forced to pay entry fee in Venice on these 2025 dates

UK tourists face being charged a daily fee to access the Italian city of Venice on certain dates this year. The popular holiday hotspot, which is spread across more than 100 small islands on a lagoon...

The incredible little city that gets over 3,300 hours of sunshine every year

After a long, dark winter, many Brits will be keen to see more sun at home and abroad this spring and summer. If its sunshine hours you’re after, there is one European capital that sits head and...

Spain chaos as sick warning sent to tourists in Majorca, Ibiza and Barcelona

An overtourism protester has delivered a chilling warning to travellers heading to Spain, Italy, France and Portugal this summer. Elena Boschi said protest groups want tourists to be afraid of the...

Spain chaos as sick warning sent to tourists in Majorca, Ibiza and Barcelona

An overtourism protester has delivered a chilling warning to travellers heading to Spain, Italy, France and Portugal this summer. Elena Boschi said protest groups want tourists to be afraid of the...

The tiny Greek island that's just 30 minutes away from Mykonos without all the tourists

Santorini and Mykonos continue to be some of the tourists' most loved islands in Greece. Their popularity has, however, backfired at times as they are now facing issues linked to overtourism. In...

'Little Venice' seaside town that rivals the iconic Italian city for beauty and charm

Venice may be the poster child for charming canal rides in Europe, but there's a coastal gem in Provence that competes fiercely with the Italian city. It offers equally enticing cuisine and vibrant...

Venice hits visitors with extra fee and huge fine for non-payment in blow for tourists

If you're planning on heading to Venice for the Easter holidays or during the summer, you'll want to know about this one new fee that's coming into effect no later than this week. The access fee for...

Italy's 'other Venice' is sleepy fishing town with winding canals and a 10km beach

Overtourism is a growing issue for travellers looking to visit much of Europe’s major cities this year. As the number of visitors continues to rise year on year, the pressure put on local residents...

'Stop flying to Santorini and Mykonos – this hidden gem in Greece has less crowds'

A travel lover insists that this beautiful and underrated spot in Greece is a must for your next holiday abroad - and it less crowded than the likes of Mykonos, Santorini, Athens and Rhodes.It's...

The eerie network of 800 caves hidden underneath major UK city now haven for dark tourism

There are many intriguing cities around the UK. From London to Birmingham and Manchester there is plenty to choose from when it comes to a city break. But there is one place that is mostly known for...

The pretty seaside city home to gorgeous beaches where it's 20C in April

Greece is famous for its stunning islands, providing the ideal destination for holidays throughout the year. There are some 6,000 islands that belong to Greece, but only 227 are inhabited.The islands...

Thrifty traveller enjoys 'extreme day trip' to Venice for less than price of train to Lond

An adventurous traveller has opened up about his incredible 'extreme day trip' to Venice, which came in at less than the cost of a one-way train fare to London.Kevin Gill, a 43 year old from Runcorn,...

Stunning Greek island with blue waters like Mykonos but without the crowds

While Greece is famous for its dazzling blue waters and whitewashed villages, some of its islands remain blissfully undiscovered. One such hidden gem is Astypalaia, a breathtaking destination in the...

Ryanair launches 3 new flight routes from UK to beautiful European beach destinations

One UK airport will be getting an exciting three new routes for summer 2025. Ryanair has announced it will now fly to the destinations from Bournemouth Airport. The routes will go to Chania,...