Cruising on the Blue Danube this Autumn
Planning for the year ahead, we look at 6 incredible highlights on an autumn Danube river cruise.
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TRAVEL: Take a break with a visit to Northumberland
Years ago, my family visited Lindisfarne and I remembered just enough about it to want to revisit it with the benefit of hindsight, so Northumberland became the destination, the Holy Island of Lindisfarne the intention.
What is air passenger duty and why is it criticised?
The Government has announced that it will review air passenger duty (APD) on domestic routes among other measures in an effort to help struggling airline Flybe.
Flybe collapse averted after Government announces review of air passenger duty
Flybe’s collapse has been averted after the Government told the airline it would review air passenger duty (APD) and shareholders agreed to inject additional investment.
Ministers ‘delighted’ as Government grants Flybe rescue deal
Regional airline Flybe has secured a rescue deal with the Government that will allow it to keep operating, the Business Secretary said.
20 Scottish holidays for 2020 exploring the very best of the country
Starting the New Year off in style, we preview 20 glorious tours departing in 2020 that showcase the very best of 'bonnie' Scotland.
Crossrail to partially open in summer 2021 after delay of two-and-a-half years
The heavily delayed Crossrail is now expected to open in summer 2021, according to the project’s chief executive.
TRAVEL: The perfect Highland Hideaway at Kingussie
It was not a question I had been asked before, but “have you turned the sauna off, darling?” became a daily catchphrase on a trip to the beautiful Scottish Highlands.
Looking for a trip with a difference this year? Take the plunge into the world of Scottish cruising
Plunging through the chilling waters, the freeze flowed through my forehead.
How can you limit the impact of the annual rail fare increase?
There are numerous ways of reducing the impact of Thursday’s rise in rail fares.
TRAVEL: Slow down to capture the world a little differently
Photography is my life. I’ve worked as a picture editor for the past 16 years, and have taken the odd photo now and then. So when the opportunity to spend the day with photographer Margaret Soraya arose, I couldn’t say no.
Tornado flips cars and topples trees as severe weather hits Christmas getaway
A tornado brought trees down on cars and flipped over vehicles as severe weather swept southern England and disrupted the Christmas travel plans of millions.
SPONSORED: 5 reasons why Yokohama brings exciting opportunities for Scottish businesses
There are a number of international opportunities for new and established businesses in Scotland in the city of Yokohama in Japan. And that's thanks to the Scottish Government and the City of Yokohama signing a joint declaration on collaborating in the areas of culture and tourism, marine industries, sports and education in 2018. A year on, we reveal five reasons why this innovative and creative city brings exciting opportunities for Scots businessmen and businesswomen looking to launch a new business there...
Signal failure causes transport ‘chaos’ at London stations
Two of the country’s busiest train stations faced hours of delays and cancellations on Wednesday, in what one commuter labelled the “worst transport chaos” he had seen.
Train gets British Rail makeover for farewell tour
A 1970s-era train has been repainted in British Rail livery for a farewell tour.
Warning over ‘bumper-to-bumper’ festive traffic with 31m leisure trips expected
Drivers are being warned over “bumper-to-bumper” traffic, as an estimated 31 million leisure trips are being taken in the run-up to Christmas.
TRAVEL: Getting into the festive spirit with a visit to Edinburgh’s Christmas market
There is something magical about this time of year.
BA pilots report fumes in cockpit ‘five times in seven weeks’
British Airways is operating an aircraft on which pilots reported smelling fumes five times in seven weeks, accident investigators said.
This £11 million Christmas tree might be the most expensive of all time
What could you do with £11.9 million?
TRAVEL: Enjoy a Eurocamp holiday with something for everyone
There were at least two things to know about my dad when I was growing up.
TRAVEL: Why a fun break in Glasgow is the perfect Christmas present
Draped in a lab coat and hunched over a beaker, I began having flashbacks to high school chemistry lessons.
End of the line for Virgin Trains as last services depart
Britain’s longest-running rail franchise comes to an end on Saturday after more than 22 years as Virgin Trains operates its final services.
TRAVEL: Enjoy the height of elegance at the refurbished Station Hotel in Aberdeen
Normally I find Christmas shopping stressful and usually do it online at the last minute.
North-east trains cancelled because of a lack of crew
A number of rail services heading to and from the north-east today have been cancelled because of a lack of crew.
Rail operator vows extra compensation for disrupted passengers
Rail passengers who have suffered months of severe disruption after new timetables were introduced are to receive additional compensation.
TRAVEL: Making memories in the Lake District
Voluntarily driving for almost seven hours across the country with a toddler and a dog sounds like madness.
Avanti West Coast named as replacement for Virgin Trains
Avanti West Coast has been unveiled as the name of the operator replacing Virgin Trains.
TRAVEL: Peace and tranquillity on a trip to Shetland
Shetland is a frame of mind, I’m told by one local woman when I ask why she came to the island.
TRAVEL: Discovering there is much more to Skye than the Fairy Pools
I wasn’t aware of it at the time but I was following in historic footsteps when I walked across the bridge connecting Skye to the mainland.
TRAVEL: Edinburgh, the city that makes you feel on top of the world
Each time I visit Edinburgh I cram in visits to galleries, museums and visitor attractions.
TRAVEL: Recapturing the bygone era of luxurious rail travel in the 1930s
The Northern Belle vintage train will set off from Aberdeen for the first time in more than a decade next year, calling at Dundee and Perth to pick up passengers for a nostalgic, luxury-filled Scottish day trip.
New megabus services increase accessibility from Aberdeen to London
Megabus has launched six new bus services from Aberdeen to London.