Ten Christmas traditions… you’ve probably never heard of

Ten Christmas traditions… you’ve probably never heard of

From a penny in the black pudding to kissing under the mistletoe, Christmas traditions are not just about Santa in the UK. But what about traditions celebrated in countries across the globe?  Whether it’s chocolate filled shoes, an evening roller skating or eating KFC, other nations have their own peculiar ways of celebrating the festive period. … Read more

I’m a Brit living in America… the biggest culture shock is the BEDDING

I’m a Brit living in America… the biggest culture shock is the BEDDING

A Brit who moved to America has revealed one of the biggest culture shocks she experienced – on the very night she arrived in the states. Amber Peacock, who goes by @_apeacock on TikTok, makes videos about the differences she’s noticed since doing the big move. She recently shared what her biggest issue is and … Read more

Nomad, 30, who’s spent NINE YEARS traveling around the world lifts the lid on her very unconventional life – from living WITHOUT a smartphone and carrying all her possessions in ONE backpack to living on just $10 a day

Nomad, 30, who’s spent NINE YEARS traveling around the world lifts the lid on her very unconventional life – from living WITHOUT a smartphone and carrying all her possessions in ONE backpack to living on just $10 a day

Smartphones are a fixture in everyday life for most people but one 30-year-old globetrotter has revealed how she has never owned one, despite being on the go all the time in new places.  Leslie McNair, from Ohio, reveals in an interview with YouTube creator Jennifer, who is known online as @Jenncysworld, that she has been a … Read more

‘Why is nobody talking about this place?’ Solo traveller declares  ‘stunning’ Lake Ohrid one of Europe’s most UNDERRATED spots – and stays cost just £7 a night

‘Why is nobody talking about this place?’ Solo traveller declares  ‘stunning’ Lake Ohrid one of Europe’s most UNDERRATED spots – and stays cost just £7 a night

Even in off-peak seasons, Europe’s main tourist destinations see lengthy queues and sky-high hotel prices.  There are alternatives on the Continent, though – eye-catching hidden gems unscathed by large crowds, with stays that don’t cost the earth. Picturesque Lake Ohrid falls into this category, as revealed by solo traveller Natasha Whitley in a fascinating and … Read more

How they REALLY make your airline food: Why spicy menus are best to eat at 30,000 feet, what the cabin crew do with the leftovers and why the pilots NEVER eat the same meal revealed

How they REALLY make your airline food: Why spicy menus are best to eat at 30,000 feet, what the cabin crew do with the leftovers and why the pilots NEVER eat the same meal revealed

Beige, bland, unidentifiable — aeroplane food doesn’t generally enjoy the highest of culinary reputations. But I’m one of those people who eagerly await the moment on a long haul flight when I peel back the silver foil to discover what’s in store for breakfast, lunch or dinner. What’s always interested me is how aeroplane food … Read more

The 15 best places to visit in the UK in 2024 named by Time Out – and it’s Bristol that’s No.1, followed by Hull and the Isles of Scilly

The 15 best places to visit in the UK in 2024 named by Time Out – and it’s Bristol that’s No.1, followed by Hull and the Isles of Scilly

The city it’s claimed has the longest strip of independent shops in Europe has been declared by Time Out as the best place to visit in the UK in 2024. Bristol’s Gloucester Road helped it snare the crown ahead of London and Newcastle upon Tyne.  Time Out said: ‘The full list of 15 UK destinations … Read more

Book in for a bright Christmas: Illuminated tunnels, fluorescent lakes, and talking trees – light shows are now a feature of the festive season, from Kew Gardens to the Eden Project

Book in for a bright Christmas: Illuminated tunnels, fluorescent lakes, and talking trees – light shows are now a feature of the festive season, from Kew Gardens to the Eden Project

Winter light trails offer dazzling displays and all sorts of treats to get you in the festive mood. Here are some of the best across the UK.. The Eden Project We can’t rely on the weather to play ball, so play safe by going undercover for the night. The Eden Project’s biomes are lit up … Read more

Presents that won’t need a return trip: A gift guide for globetrotters who like to travel in style

Presents that won’t need a return trip: A gift guide for globetrotters who like to travel in style

Know someone who is always jetting off to fabulous destinations? Help them take their travels to the next level with these chic yet affordable gifts. Whether they’d appreciate a smart cabin bag to keep their airport aesthetic on point or a gorgeous beauty kit, our guide is brimming with present ideas that will delight this … Read more

Bali flights: Qantas sale on airfares from Sydney, Melbourne, Brisbane, Adelaide and Canberra

Bali flights: Qantas sale on airfares from Sydney, Melbourne, Brisbane, Adelaide and Canberra

By Ashley Nickel For Daily Mail Australia Published: 09:19 GMT, 7 December 2023 | Updated: 09:36 GMT, 7 December 2023 Qantas has launched a massive sale on flights to Bali from five major cities, with return trips starting from $639. Aussies looking to head to the Indonesian paradise from Sydney, Melbourne, Brisbane, Adelaide and Canberra can … Read more