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The cheapest deal is at a Tom Kerridge restaurant in Buckinghamshire (Picture: David M. Benett/Dave Benett/Getty Images)The Michelin Guide for 2024 has just been released, showcasing the very best foodie spots around the country. More than 200 UK restaurants earned a coveted Michelin Star, including 27 that bagged two, and nine that got the top three-star rating.Many of those awarded are renowned for their world-class dining; Heston Blumenthal’s Fat Duck, Alain Ducasse at The Dorchester and Sket…
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The wedding was called off four days before it was due to take place (Picture: Getty Images/iStockphoto) We all know how expensive it can be to attend a wedding, with guests forking out an average of £604 per event on transport, accommodation, presents and all the other accoutrements of supporting the happy couple. This bride-to-be, however, expected those invited to her big day to contribute huge sums towards the cost – and has tanked relationships with both her fiancée and friends as a r…
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Be careful what you do with your leftover batter (Picture: Getty Images)If you’re making pancakes this Shrove Tuesday, the aftermath could end up being more than a carb and syrup-fuelled food coma.A plumbing expert has issued a warning over leftover Pancake Day batter – and it’s one you’ll want to heed if you don’t want your Lent to start off with an emergency visit from a tradesperson.Batter – made up up eggs, milk, flour and butter – falls into the category of FOG, which stands for Fats, Oils…
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Warsaw is cheap and extremely cheerful (Picture: Getty Images/iStockphoto)Even if you’re cutting back right now, it doesn’t mean you can’t explore. And Poland is the perfect holiday destination for travellers on a budget. Alongside being named one of this year’s least crowded European holiday spots, the country’s capital just ranked top of a list of affordable Airbnb stays.Research by the team at OLBG found Warsaw has the cheapest Airbnb prices in Europe, costing just over £65 (€74) per night. D…
3 months ago
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The Knoydart peninsula is on the west coast of Scotland (Picture: AFP via Getty Images) If you fancy a pint at this off the beaten track boozer, it’ll take two days to get there. The Old Forge in the Highlands is only accessible via an 18-mile hike across the mountains or by boat, making it the most remote pub on the British mainland. Due to its secluded location on Knoydart Peninsula on Scotland’s west coast, there are no roads in or out, so patrons have to travel on foot from Kinlock…
3 months ago
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Loch Lomond isn’t in the affordable and beautiful Clyde Valley (Picture: Getty Images)Taking the family on holiday over summer doesn’t need to break the bank.Which? has revealed the UK’s cheapest regions for budget-friendly staycations, and the winner comes in at less than £500 for a whole week.The most expensive area in England was found to be Cornwall, where the average two-bedroom holiday cottage (suitable for a family of four) will set you back £1,145 a week, Meanwhile, a seven-night rental…
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Irish and Disney-inspired names are going to be big (Picture: Getty)A few decades ago, only a handful of people gave their babies names like Luna, Aria, Arlo and Teddy.Nowadays, however, former classics like Jack and Sophie are being replaced by more unique monikers.From first place in 1996, Jack has fallen to position 13 in the popularity rankings, marking the first time it hasn’t featured in the top 10 since the Office for National Statistics (ONS) began its list series almost 30 years ago.Acc…
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Expect gorgeous beaches (Pictures: Getty Images/iStockphoto)The beautiful island of Sardinia in Italy offers unspoilt beaches, delicious food and rich culture. The only problem is, you’ll pay through the nose to go there.If your budget doesn’t stretch far enough, though, you can still enjoy an unforgettable Italian escape – just look eastwards to Puglia, a region in the country’s mainland.Puglia is the perfect ‘destination dupe’ for Sardinia that won’t break the bank. In fact, it’s been hailed a…
2 months ago
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Muslims celebrate the end of Ramadan each year on a different date (Picture: Getty Images/iStockphoto)In 2024, Ramadan is expected to begin on the evening of Sunday, March 10.This period of fasting – held in the ninth month of the Islamic calendar – is a time when Muslims observe the prophet Muhammad’s first revelation, avoiding food and drink from dawn to sunset and devoting time to prayer and acts of charity.At the end of Ramadan, Eid al-Fitr then takes place; the ’Holiday of Breaking the Fast…
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The change applied to the chain’s sausage bap (Picture: Getty)Fans of Costa’s breakfast menu will notice something different about the chain’s sausage bap next time they order.Despite costing the same amount, the roll now contains three sausages instead of four, in a move that’s been described as ‘cheap’ by fans online.When X (formerly Twitter) user Paul Hayday queried the change, the brand reasoned it was to make the bap easier for customers to eat without mess.A Costa social media representati…
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If disaster strikes, there’s a protocol staff follow (Picture: Getty Images/iStockphoto)Flight attendants are equipped to deal with all sorts of in-air eventualities, from calming down nervous flyers to ensuring everybody’s cabin bags fit in the overhead lockers.They’re also trained for what to do in rarer situations, such as when a passenger dies on a plane.According to the International Air Travel Association, there is around one passenger death per 40,000 flights, but others put this figure c…
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Ticket sale queues rival Glastonbury (Picture: LaplandUK)Tickets to the LaplandUK, the country’s most sought-after Christmas experience will soon be released to the public for 2024. After selling out in a matter of hours last year – and with revellers from around the world travelling to enjoy its entertainment and performances – families will now be able to book their entry to the beloved festive festival once more.Since opening in 2008, LaplandUK has played host to over a million visitors from…
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Babies should sleep on their backs without anything covering their face (Picture: Getty Images)After a poll revealed parents across the country could be putting their babies at risk of suffocation or sudden infant death syndrome (SIDS), a charity has issued a safe sleep warning.A survey of 1,000 parents of babies under the age of one by The Lullaby Trust found 70% allowed their infant to sleep in a bouncer, 67% in a swing and 61% on a beanbag.Some 8% of parents who responded left their baby in t…
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The Tate Modern was a disappointment for 23% of visitors (Pictures: Getty Images)The UK’s most disappointing tourist attractions in the UK have been crowned – and five of the top 10 are in London.In at number one was the Tate Modern, which 23% of visitors felt was a let-down despite its iconic status.Although the gallery boasts over 5,000 ‘excellent’ reviews on Tripadvisor, many disagree over it’s must-see reputation.Reviewers who gave it three stars or less described the Tate Modern as ‘boring’…
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The Algarve is famed for its beaches (Picture: Getty Images/iStockphoto)If you’re looking for a holiday that won’t break the bank, the Algarve in Portugal is the place to go.The region has recently been named as the fifth best-value destination in the world for 2024 by Post Office Travel Money, making it Europe’s cheapest.According to the brand’s Worldwide Holiday Costs Barometer, you’ll get more bang for your buck here than anywhere else on the continent, including Marmaris in Turkey and Sunny…
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Erotic lactation is surprisingly common (Picture: Getty)Breastfeeding isn’t just for babies. A number of adults enjoy it too – but not for the same reason.Recently, a woman on Reddit shared her worry over telling her partner about her newly-realised kink, writing: ‘I find lactation to be hot, but I’m insecure about it because I find it weird myself.’While the couple have never discussed it outright and don’t plan on having children, her boyfriend ‘jokes about drinking [her] milk’, leading her to…
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Five ferries a week leave Antikythera from the port of Potamós (Picture: Getty Images/iStockphoto)A Greek island is offering money and free property to families who move there, as a way to boost its modest population.Antikythera, between Crete and Peloponnese in the Aegean Sea, covers a distance of less than eight square miles.It’s home to just 24 full-time residents and 40 during the summer tourist season, having dwindled from 300 over the last 40 years.This initiative, organised by the Greek O…
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Five ferries a week leave Antikythera from the port of Potamós (Picture: Getty Images/iStockphoto)A Greek island is offering money and free property to families who move there, as a way to boost its modest population.Antikythera, between Crete and Peloponnese in the Aegean Sea, covers a distance of less than eight square miles.It’s home to just 24 full-time residents and 40 during the summer tourist season, having dwindled from 300 over the last 40 years.This initiative, organised by the Greek O…
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Get the most for your money (Picture: Getty Images)When you’re on an all inclusive holiday, of course you want to get what you paid for.But according to travel writer Kelly Magyarics, who’s been on a total of 35 of the package breaks, most first-timers don’t know how to make the most of their stay.One of the most common mistakes is getting your all inclusive drinks at your hotel’s main or pool bar, as top-shelf alcohol is normally served elsewhere.In an article for Business Insider, Kelly said:…
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Leave flip flops at home when you head to Cinque Terre (Picture: Getty Images/500px)Fitting your stuff into a cabin bag isn’t your only luggage concern if you’re visiting Italy’s Cinque Terre region this year.Travellers to the popular European destination need to make sure they pack appropriate footwear too, as the wrong shoes can end up in a hefty fine from authorities.Cinque Terre, made up of five coastal villages on the Italian Riviera, is a favourite spot for tourists due to its colourful ho…
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Thousands of passengers have been left stranded at the airport (Picture: REUTERS)Holidaymakers have been warned of travel chaos in Dubai, with heavy downpours causing delays and cancellations throughout United Arab Emirates airports.The UK Foreign Office has told tourists heading to Dubai to be aware of ‘severe disruption’ due to the extreme weather, which saw the country battered by the most rain it has recorded in 75 years.Over 142mm of rain fell on Dubai International Airport – the second bus…
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