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Tourist hotspot branded 'ghost town' as Brits fear 'tourism is dead'

Tourist hotspot branded 'ghost town' as Brits fear 'tourism is dead'

For countless years, Spain has been a highly coveted holiday spot for Brits, but it seems the tide may be turning. Recent reports suggest that parts of this cherished retreat have become eerily deserted, with one famous location recently being...

Four adventures to take in Northern Ireland after arriving on train from Dublin

Four adventures to take in Northern Ireland after arriving on train from Dublin

There is now an hourly train service from Dublin to Belfast's Grand Central Station, which provides an ideal gateway for exploring Northern Ireland. Last year around 1.6 million day trips in Northern Ireland were taken by people from Ireland while...

Popular holiday hotspot loved by Brits is now a 'ghost town' - can YOU guess where?

Popular holiday hotspot loved by Brits is now a 'ghost town' - can YOU guess where?

By ALESIA FIDDLER, TRAINEE REPORTER Published: 06:36 EDT, 28 August 2025 | Updated: 07:56 EDT, 28 August 2025 Thousands of Brits visit the popular holiday hotspot each year, but it now appears to be a 'ghost town'. One holidaymaker, who goes by...

Bus strikes to cause travel disruption across the UK

Bus strikes to cause travel disruption across the UK

Your support helps us to tell the story From reproductive rights to climate change to Big Tech, The Independent is on the ground when the story is developing. Whether it's investigating the financials of Elon Musk's pro-Trump PAC or producing our...

Exchangees welcomed Northern Ireland by Cappagh YFC

Exchangees welcomed Northern Ireland by Cappagh YFC

Cappagh YFC’s club leader Natalie Burrows recently had the opportunity to host exchangees Triinu Pikkmets from Estonia, Eva Schutzenshlager and Bettina Eder from Austria. Here’s a little insight to what they got up to: On Thursday Triinu from...

Holidaymakers 'don't realise' 5 duty free food items could mean £5,000 fine when come back to UK

Holidaymakers 'don't realise' 5 duty free food items could mean £5,000 fine when come back to UK

Holidaymakers returning to the UK this summer ‘don’t realise’ they face £5,000 for attempting to transport 5 food items through customs - even if they bought them at the airport duty-free. A new survey found that 72 per cent of travellers are not...

UK tourists warned of Portugal airport strikes lasting until 2026

UK tourists warned of Portugal airport strikes lasting until 2026

UK tourists travelling to Portugal in the coming months could face disruption at airports as ground handling staff threaten to walk out from September until the start of 2026. A strike notice has been issued by Metallurgical and Related Industries...

UK households in homes worth £200,000 handed £500 off mortgage in September

UK households in homes worth £200,000 handed £500 off mortgage in September

UK households paying off mortgages can reduce their payments by £500 a month, it has been revealed. Holly Andrews, Managing Director at KIS Finance, has shared a basic technique that could significantly reduce outgoings. Data from the Office for...

UK households warned not to panic buy item ahead of shake-up from Monday

UK households warned not to panic buy item ahead of shake-up from Monday

UK households have been warned "not to panic buy" an item ahead of a big change from Monday. Parents are being urged not to fall into the back-to-school spending trap this weekend. VoucherCodes.co.uk’s Savings Expert, Zoe Morris, says the best...

Brit, 67, dies after becoming stranded in hospital on Greece holiday

Brit, 67, dies after becoming stranded in hospital on Greece holiday

A British tourist has died after being stuck in a Athens hospital due to a holiday insurance mistake. Alan Kirby, 67, was three days into his holiday with his partner Helen Whitemore, 62, his daughter, Liza, and her three daughters, when he fell...

UK aviation sector records 81 million passengers in spring as punctuality improves and growth surpasses pre-pandemic levels

UK aviation sector records 81 million passengers in spring as punctuality improves and growth surpasses pre-pandemic levels

UK aviation reached record highs between April and June with 81 million passengers and strong punctuality gains, marking a confident recovery beyond pre-pandemic levels. A new report from the UK Civil Aviation Authority reveals a thriving aviation...

UK tourists warned over strikes lasting until next year in popular holiday destination

UK tourists warned over strikes lasting until next year in popular holiday destination

UK holidaymakers planning to jet off to Portugal could face airport chaos as ground handling staff threaten strike action from September until the start of 2026. The Metallurgical and Related Industries Union (SIMA) at ground handling company...

Brits confess holidays inspire life-changing decisions like ending a romance

Brits confess holidays inspire life-changing decisions like ending a romance

Brits make some of the most life-changing decisions on holiday, according to research. A poll of 2,000 adults found four in 10 have made a life-changing decision while on their travels, and two thirds believe a holiday can be 'transformative'....

Brit tourist, 25, shot in terrifying road rage row on Thai holiday – before alleged gunman rushes him to hospital

Brit tourist, 25, shot in terrifying road rage row on Thai holiday – before alleged gunman rushes him to hospital

A BRIT tourist was shot by a fuming gunman in a road rage attack in Thailand - before the alleged shooter rushed him to hospital. The holidaymaker, from Dundee, was allegedly gunned down by a cannabis dealer outside a hotel in Mae Hong Son...

UK's 'best seaside town' has independent shops and Caribbean-worthy beaches

UK's 'best seaside town' has independent shops and Caribbean-worthy beaches

If you're looking for a dose of staycation inspiration, then you may want to bookmark a trip to one beautiful seaside town that's just been named the best in the UK. We're talking beautiful beaches with clean golden sands and crystal-clear waters,...

UK beach home to dolphins is minutes from one of the 'most beautiful' towns

UK beach home to dolphins is minutes from one of the 'most beautiful' towns

Dorset remains a favourite destination for staycations, with this summer witnessing a 60% surge in Google searches for 'best beaches in Dorset.' This section of the Jurassic Coast boasts countless stunning beaches, yet one concealed treasure you...

Brits on holiday inspired to make major life decisions - like having a baby

Brits on holiday inspired to make major life decisions - like having a baby

10:35, 28 Aug 2025 New research has shown that we make some of our most pivotal life decisions whilst basking in the sunshine on holiday. A survey of 2,000 adults found that more than three-fifths believe a getaway can be 'transformative'. As a...

British tourists SLEEP on sunbeds overnight as holiday wars escalate

British tourists SLEEP on sunbeds overnight as holiday wars escalate

British holidaymakers have taken sunbed wars to new levels by sleeping on sun loungers overnight to guarantee the best spot at the poolside of a Spanish island hotel. In Tenerife, one tourist was stunned when he woke up and noticed the loungers...

UK travellers urged to follow important rules when taking vapes on planes

UK travellers urged to follow important rules when taking vapes on planes

Now that the UK has implemented a ban on the sale of single-use vapes, many Brits have questions about what that means for travelling. As of June 1, 2025, it is illegal for businesses to sell or supply disposable vapes - whether or not they...

UK Foreign Office tells travellers 'don't leave passport at hotel reception' at EU hotspot

UK Foreign Office tells travellers 'don't leave passport at hotel reception' at EU hotspot

Foreign Office officials have issued a stern warning to Britons planning to stay in a popular European holiday destination, advising them to take certain precautions when booking into hotels - and never leave a passport with reception.The advice...

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