Thursday, December 31, 2020

Holidays set for a shift in 2021 as Britons rediscover 'charm’ of staycations



HOLIDAYS may be few and far between for Britons amid travel corridor changes and lockdown rules. However, from the chaos, there has been somewhat of a shift in traveller perspectives. A Booking.com expert has shared their predictions for the future of travel.

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From Moscow to Thailand to Beijing, countries around the world welcome 2021

Countries around the world welcome 2021 with celebrations while other cities, like London, decided to cancel their fireworks.

      


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Google Maps: Mysterious uninhabited Russian island blurred out by Google Earth



GOOGLE MAPS is a fascinating tool for exploring the world and users can spot sights they might never be able to on an analogue map. One such sight is a mysterious island off the coast of Russia - Google earth has hidden it from view.

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This is how people in other countries cure hangovers

Here are eight tried-and-true hangover cures from around the world (surprise, surprise – your results may vary).

      


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Ask the Captain: Does a flight's arrival time mean when it lands or gets to the terminal?

This week, retired pilot John Cox answers your question about what that arrival time on your itinerary actually means.

      


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Kate Middleton is following Queen's footsteps with 'excess' royal travel tradition



KATE MIDDLETON now takes on a number of royal duties in her role as Prince William's wife. This means following a number of Royal Family protocols and traditions, including a rather hefty luggage allowance.

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‘Free’ global healthcare for Britons deemed a ‘turn up for the books’ for holidaymakers



BREXIT is due to come into force from January 1, after the Brexit transition period ends, with a number of changes impacting travel. Though it was previously thought health insurance abroad would become obsolete with the abolishment of the EHIC, one expert has stated there could actually be "free" health care for all.

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The most-anticipated 2021 hotel openings around the world

New year, new hotels. Check out these new properties from around the world that are expected to open in 2021.

      


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Brexit travel: Britons could face financial losses if they don't follow new passport rules



BREXIT is due to finally happen on January 1, with new rules for travel to Europe coming into force. One of the main changes will impact passport validity, and experts have warned some Britons could lose out financially if they fail to comply.

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Turkey holidays: Turkey tightens rules for Britons hoping to visit - FCDO warning



TURKEY has ramped up entry rules for Britons hoping to visit the country amid the ongoing coronavirus pandemic. What are the current entry requirements?

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Wednesday, December 30, 2020

A picture a week reveals beautiful timelapse of Vermont's changing seasons

One picture for each week in 2020 reveals stunning seasonal changes in Vermont.

      


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Google Maps Street View: 'Ghost' woman spotted with 'bonus creep' in gloomy forest



GOOGLE Maps Street View has become well known as a place to discover strange sightings spotted all over the world. One recent photo to go viral depicted a bizarre-looking woman in a very mysterious photo indeed.

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Holidays: Spain most popular holiday 2021 destination - where else will Britons travel?



SPAIN has been ranked as the most popular holiday destination to travel to in 2021. A survey quizzed thousands of Britons on their holiday plans for next year. Where else is on the bucket list?

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Prince Philip: Duke 'sneaked' away from Queen Elizabeth on Australia royal tour



PRINCE PHILP, 99, has travelled all over the world during his long lifetime, with many royal visits taken alongside his wife Queen Elizabeth, 94. However, there was one occasion in Australia when the Duke of Edinburgh tried to escape his spouse.

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Holidays: FCDO issue update for France, Italy, Greece, Portugal and more ahead of Brexit



HOLIDAYS have been off the cards for most for the vast majority of 2020 due to covid and now there's Brexit looming, too. The Foreign Office has issued a major update for a great many countries with the transition period ending tomorrow.

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