Travel reviews

17:10, 21 APR 2025

I stayed at the UK’s ‘best beach hotel’ with a surprising Love Island connection

It was just minutes away from the sea

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'I flew from Manchester to Tenerife with Ryanair – grim detail left me floored'

After flying from Manchester Airport, Nina detailed the 'chaos' that ensued on her trip to Tenerife, pointing out one bizarre item she spotted by her feet as she took her seat on the plane

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This is what it was like visiting Manchester Airport's private terminal

Manchester Airport

Reporter Hannah Rees tried out the exclusive experience at Manchester Airport

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"I'm coming back tonight": My £120 'Extreme Day Trip' with a 4.30am start and horrific weather

With its rich history and delicious food, Reykjavik quickly won me over - and it had to be quick says Greta Simpson.

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Just minutes from Piccadilly, I was pampered like a princess

It couldn't be further removed from the hustle and bustle of the city centre

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We stayed in a dramatic fort on the shores of Loch Ness in search of the elusive monster

Kids love the legend of the Loch Ness monster - and you can holiday in style at this converted abbey on the banks of the water

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'We stayed at the Peak District holiday park on the doorstep of world famous stepping stones trail'

Manchester Family

It's got hot tub lodges, an indoor pool and spa and loads of activities for the kids

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The 'best' Eurocamp holiday park near two beach destinations

Reporter Vicky Lissaman went on a Eurocamp stay at Le Vieux Port in France and it offered the perfect mix of beachside beauty, thrilling waterparks, family-friendly activities, and unforgettable sunset celebrations

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We visited the quaint market town off the M62 and basked in five-star luxury

It was a perfect weekend away

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One of the most 'walkable' cities in the world is a 'hidden gem' in Europe

Travel experts have revealed the top 10 'most walkable' cities worldwide in 2025 - and a staggering six of them can be found on the continent

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American couple visit Wetherspoons for the first time - but are 'overwhelmed' by one thing

The couple, who vlog under the name 'TheMagicGeekdom', visited an undisclosed branch of the popular pub chain

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Uniqlo's 'amazing' £13 handbag fits everything you could need for an 'entire holiday'

The compact but spacious £12.90 round shoulder bag can fit clothes and toiletries - and looks gorgeous with any outfit

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The beautiful island getaway that's 22C in February and a £22 flight from Manchester

Gran Canaria is a world away from the UK's brutal winter weather - and you won't need to spend a lot on a flight to get there

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Picturesque nature reserve with a little taste of Cornwall – in the north

You don't have to go down south to experience puffins, dolphins and glorious coastline as this serene travel hotspot is based in Yorkshire.

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'I went to tiny village pub featured on Channel 4 Four In A Bed and one thing stood out'

In need of a good weekend away, writer Andrew Jameson relishes the home comforts of a North Yorkshire campsite

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I went to the tropical paradise from The White Lotus and it was unforgettable

The Land of Smiles really does live up to its name.

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'I went on Disney's new cruise ship and it was a fairytale in the Caribbean'

The Disney Treasure cruise ship has just set sail, with Dave Monk among the first passengers on board the new ship

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‘We stumbled upon the ‘perfect’ tourist town where there’s no need for Google Maps’

The town also has their own alternative to the Cornish pastry which has been hailed as 'better'

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Travel guide names three 'forbidden' Spanish holiday destinations to avoid in 2025

Fodors' 2025 forbidden list named three popular Spanish holiday destinations among the no-go zones for tourists - with all three locations hosting anti tourism protests last year

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'I've been all over the world - but this way of travelling is a game changer'

Reporter Paige Oldfield took a different approach to exploring - and she's never felt so relaxed

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I went to the original Therme waterpark and spa - I'm so excited Greater Manchester gets one next

It's hard to believe, but Manchester really will be getting a tropical paradise like this all of its own in the next couple of years

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I'm a Disney World expert - all Brits should know about these secret freebies and deals

Home to Walt Disney World Resort, Universal Studios, SeaWorld, Orlando is the Theme Park Capital of the World. We spoke to local insiders for the best ways to save money on a family holiday to Florida's most popular tourist destination

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I visited USA's 'most desirable' beach location most Brits have never heard of - it's America's 'best kept secret'

Forget Florida or California, your next US beach holiday is closer to home in more ways than one

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'I visited the top Christmas Markets just an hour's flight from Manchester Airport and it made me realise what our city needs'

During a trip to visit the Belfast Christmas Markets, which have been named as one of the best in the UK for 2024, there was also a chance to explore the wild shores of the Antrim Coast with its castles, glens and stunning scenery

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