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I stayed in holiday hotspot dubbed 'Portugal's worst town' – what I saw at 7am stunned me

I stayed in holiday hotspot dubbed 'Portugal's worst town' – what I saw at 7am stunned me

Alburfeira has been in the spotlight since the tragic deaths of two Brits in unrelated incidents including that of Scottish tourist Greg Monks who was on a stag-do - below I share my experiences

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Spain’s little seaside town with so many German tourists it’s nicknamed Germany on Sea

Spain’s little seaside town with so many German tourists it’s nicknamed Germany on Sea

‘I visited Europe’s poorest country - 1 thing stood out to me’

‘I visited Europe’s poorest country - 1 thing stood out to me’

I visit UK's 'best' seaside town every year — better than anywhere in Devon or Cornwall

I visit UK's 'best' seaside town every year — better than anywhere in Devon or Cornwall

Britain's 'best' seaside town has jaw-dropping beaches just like the French Riviera

Britain's 'best' seaside town has jaw-dropping beaches just like the French Riviera

I went to one of Italy's most famous destinations but I wouldn't go back for 3 reasons

I went to one of Italy's most famous destinations but I wouldn't go back for 3 reasons

I visited 1 seaside all the time growing up — it's beautiful and just 2 hours from London

I visited 1 seaside all the time growing up — it's beautiful and just 2 hours from London

Scotland's 'best wild swimming' spots for summer 2025 dip named

Scotland's 'best wild swimming' spots for summer 2025 dip named

'I compared Center Parcs to Butlin's and there's only one obvious verdict'

'I compared Center Parcs to Butlin's and there's only one obvious verdict'

Tiny UK airport named among Europe's best but it's nowhere near London

Tiny UK airport named among Europe's best but it's nowhere near London

‘I went to Arizona expecting a week of wellness but this activity made my heart race’

‘I went to Arizona expecting a week of wellness but this activity made my heart race’

World's best city for food is also 'one of the most dangerous in Europe'

World's best city for food is also 'one of the most dangerous in Europe'

Huge Canary Island resort builds £587m hotels for first time in 14 years

Huge Canary Island resort builds £587m hotels for first time in 14 years

Little-known UK attraction named 'one of UK's best theme parks' despite no rides

Little-known UK attraction named 'one of UK's best theme parks' despite no rides

Ryanair, Wizz Air, easyJet and Jet2 exact hand luggage sizes confirmed to avoid fines

Ryanair, Wizz Air, easyJet and Jet2 exact hand luggage sizes confirmed to avoid fines

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Landlocked city home to one of Europe's warmest beaches hotter than Tenerife

Landlocked city home to one of Europe's warmest beaches hotter than Tenerife

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EasyJet passengers can get best seats 'completely free' with simple check-in tip

EasyJet passengers can get best seats 'completely free' with simple check-in tip

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Beautiful European seaside city ignored by tourists where locals go on holiday

Beautiful European seaside city ignored by tourists where locals go on holiday

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The tiny Mediterranean holiday town nicknamed ‘the Bali of Europe’

The tiny Mediterranean holiday town nicknamed ‘the Bali of Europe’

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Cabin crew horror as flight attendant shares one 'pre-used' item given to flyers

Cabin crew horror as flight attendant shares one 'pre-used' item given to flyers

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Simple cruise hack can help you get more cabin storage without paying extra

Simple cruise hack can help you get more cabin storage without paying extra

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Beautiful 'oasis' by holiday hotspot has tourist-free beach with crystal waters

Beautiful 'oasis' by holiday hotspot has tourist-free beach with crystal waters

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Airport worker says simple travel hack can get your suitcase off the plane first

Airport worker says simple travel hack can get your suitcase off the plane first

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Air India black box recovered after crash that killed 241 onboard and several others on the ground

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Air India black box recovered after crash that killed 241 onboard and several others on the ground

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Travel expert warns of 1 holiday habit that could hit Brits with hefty fine

Travel expert warns of 1 holiday habit that could hit Brits with hefty fine

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The pretty seaside town that's home to an 'absolutely spotless' beach

The pretty seaside town that's home to an 'absolutely spotless' beach

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Is it safe to travel to Dubai amid Middle East tensions?

Is it safe to travel to Dubai amid Middle East tensions?

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Is it safe to travel to Jordan after airspace is shut by Israel-Iran conflict?

Is it safe to travel to Jordan after airspace is shut by Israel-Iran conflict?

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Boeing 787 Dreamliner: a passenger and airline favourite, with some nightmares along the way

Boeing 787 Dreamliner: a passenger and airline favourite, with some nightmares along the way

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Bizarre new way to holiday in Ibiza hailed 'respectful' amid overtourism anger

Bizarre new way to holiday in Ibiza hailed 'respectful' amid overtourism anger

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Twelve of America’s most surprisingly walkable cities

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The European mega-city home to 6 million bodies in 'tunnels of death'

The European mega-city home to 6 million bodies in 'tunnels of death'

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Kimpton Virgilio, Mexico City hotel review

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Lonely Planet co-founder reveals three more countries ‘not to visit’

Lonely Planet co-founder reveals three more countries ‘not to visit’

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Scottish city crowned 'best for outdoors' this summer and it's not Edinburgh or Glasgow

Scottish city crowned 'best for outdoors' this summer and it's not Edinburgh or Glasgow

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TSA issues warning over common camping item after man attempted to take it onboard in his carry-on

TSA issues warning over common camping item after man attempted to take it onboard in his carry-on

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The beautiful beach named 'sunniest in Europe' - with crystal-clear waters, 10 hours of sunshine a day and cheap holiday deals

The beautiful beach named 'sunniest in Europe' - with crystal-clear waters, 10 hours of sunshine a day and cheap holiday deals

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British tourists ditching Spain and Portugal for even cheaper destinations - here's where they're headed

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New train to connect five European countries for less than £50 a ticket

New train to connect five European countries for less than £50 a ticket

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I explored New Zealand's iconic South Island by campervan - here's why it's the best way to take in the sights

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What aircraft do the most popular budget airlines use? From easyJet and Ryanair to Jet2 and British Airways

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The best hotel in the world revealed by TUI - with rooftop infinity pools, on-site watersports and private beach

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Brits left outraged after tourist shares receipt for two drinks in Las Vegas

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How to have a cut-price Caribbean holiday, by a travel expert who's visited 75 islands across 28 countries. Here's the ultimate guide to the empty beaches, the best hotels and luxury breaks with an astonishing 60% off

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Air India's sole crash survivor narrates his escape

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Air India's sole crash survivor narrates his escape

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UK beach with white sands and turquoise waters is 'perfect dupe' for the Caribbean

UK beach with white sands and turquoise waters is 'perfect dupe' for the Caribbean

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Avoid airport security delays by leaving four things at home

Avoid airport security delays by leaving four things at home

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Is it safe to travel to Egypt? Your rights as Middle East conflict escalates between Israel and Iran

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Aviation experts have their say on whether seat 11A is the safest on a plane

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Europe’s ‘fairytale’ country is so tiny it could fit into the UK 1,521 times

Europe’s ‘fairytale’ country is so tiny it could fit into the UK 1,521 times

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The Scottish countryside 'hideaway' cottage retreat you can book for half price

The Scottish countryside 'hideaway' cottage retreat you can book for half price

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Top 30 things travellers do before every holiday - and it takes longer than you think

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US city has ‘best beach’ and 250 hours of sunshine per year - direct UK flights

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Want the best value five-star hotels in 2025? Staycations are the answer

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Thousands to march on streets of Mallorca in overtourism protest this weekend

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The charming Scottish Borders town near Edinburgh that was named 'most welcoming'

The charming Scottish Borders town near Edinburgh that was named 'most welcoming'

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Thousands of EasyJet and Ryanair flights cancelled

Thousands of EasyJet and Ryanair flights cancelled

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Foreign Office warning as Egypt issues strict new 'June 16' rule

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British tourist left gobsmacked by one thing in Spanish supermarket

British tourist left gobsmacked by one thing in Spanish supermarket

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