Below Deck: Trailer, certificate and where to watch
Reality series following life for crew and guests on board Caribbean superyachts in the charter season
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Dad's heroic dash to save daughter after she went overboard on cruise
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- Daily Mail
Hummingbirds, crystal clear waters, rainforest trails and unspoilt beaches: Tobago is the Caribbean island where you can really switch off
Tobago is the Caribbean's best-kept secret, an island where untouched nature meets stunning beaches and vibrant wildlife. Venture off the beaten track and you'll discover this authentic corner of the Caribbean, where locals welcome you to enjoy fish cooked over bonfires on the beach, and include you in harvest festival celebrations. You can spot one of the world's rarest hummingbirds, bathe in rainforest waterfalls and swim in turquoise seas. Few know this corner of the Caribbean, but the adventurers who visit tend to fall in love with the lush scenery and the postcard-perfect beaches, the warm locals and the richly varied Creole cuisine. What's more, when you book your trip with British Airways Holidays you'll benefit from regular British Airways flights to the island, and a range of hotel options to suit all budgets. All British Airways Holidays packages are ATOL protected and you have access to a 24 hour holiday helpline while you're away, so you can relax and enjoy your holiday. You can also secure your holiday with a low deposit, with no balance due until seven weeks before departure, so read on to discover why Tobago should be your next holiday destination. Into the wild Step into Tobago's ancient rainforest, the oldest protected rainforest in the Western hemisphere. Trails and tracks wind through lush, UNESCO-listed Main Ridge Forest Reserve, leading to hidden waterfalls and crystal-clear pools where you can bathe in pure, refreshing water. It's an untouched paradise, offering moments of true tranquillity amidst the wild, botanical heart of the island. Combine emerald scenery with unspoilt beaches, exploring the island to find your favourite, perhaps enjoying a sunrise yoga session, or serene stand-up paddleboarding. Bird enthusiasts, get your cameras ready, because you will be in paradise! Flashes of colour reveal exotic birds living in the wild, such as the rare white-tailed sabrewing hummingbird, one of more than 260 bird species on the island. Reached by a 20-minute boat ride, Little Tobago Island is a sanctuary for seabirds, where frigatebirds and red-billed tropicbirds soar in their natural habitat. Water wonders Tobago boasts breathtaking beaches of unparalleled purity. Situated between the Atlantic and Caribbean, its shores offer diverse experiences, with the northern coasts lapped by tranquil waters, and the south home to the majestic force of ocean waves. Each beach shimmers with its own distinct allure: prepare to be utterly captivated by the sheer variety and splendour. Choose from one of countless secluded havens, on some of which you may find yourself the sole adventurer. Five fab beaches Englishman's Bay: Fringed with greenery and palms, as the rainforest descends to the golden sands. Beautifully shady, with calm and relaxing water and unbeatable views. Parlatuvier Bay (pictured below): Small and charming, with tiny fishing boats anchored offshore in the quiet and peaceful turquoise water. Sample the freshest of fresh fish here in a beachside barbecue. Pigeon Point Beach: The quintessential Caribbean beach, with a thatched palm roof on the jetty, powdery white sand and warm, shallow waters. Excellent beach facilities, including lifeguards. Stonehaven Bay: A peaceful stretch of golden sands, with rugged rocks providing private niches and secluded havens to help you feel all alone in paradise. Rustic and charming, with calm waters. Mount Irvine Bay: Split by a rocky outcrop, one part draws in surfers with its dynamic, wave-filled sea and the other offers a serene setting; a tranquil lagoon where gentle tides ebb and flow. As well as simply relaxing under shady trees, why not dive to the sunken shipwreck of the MV Maverick? Looking for more active adventure? Try surfing on the Atlantic coast, go out kayaking, paddleboarding and kitesurfing. Snorkelling offers a more sedate way to immerse yourself in nature, or you can dial up the romance with an evening cruise to witness one of Tobago's world-famous sunsets from the water. 'Liming' with the locals In the Caribbean, 'liming' simply means gathering with other people, and in Tobago it's a joyous experience. The people of Tobago are known for their warm hospitality and eagerness to showcase their island's treasures. Foodie experiences you can't miss Embark on a thrilling gastronomic journey through Tobago, where a symphony of African, Indian, and European influences creates a unique culinary experience. Dishes burst with flavour, with the fertile island yielding delicious local produce and seafood. The can't-miss experience is curried crabs with dumplings from a beach shack, a true national treasure and a dining delight. 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Telegraph
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The surprising rules – and hefty fines – to beware of on your summer holiday
This summer, rail travellers making the Eurostar shuffle from Gare du Nord to whichever station from which they plan to continue their journeys should watch out: news has broken of Parisian transport inspectors enforcing a little known rule about taking large luggage on the Metro. It means that a suitcase innocuously packed with swimwear and sunscreen could net you a €200 (£170) fine. And it's not the only strange law that savvy travellers should be aware of. Across the Continent and beyond, rules exist regarding fashion choices, food items and cultural habits – all seemingly designed specifically to catch out the British holidaymaker abroad. Below, we outline ten of the lesser-known regulations of which it might pay to be aware. 1. Step away from that Gucci knock-off in Italy Beside practically every Italian stretch of sand, you'll likely find a parade of traders selling imitation designer handbags, wallets and belts. But no matter how much like the real deal they look, it's best to avoid temptation and head straight for the water. Why? Because it's illegal to buy counterfeit goods in the country. Doing so could result in a fine of up to £10,000, meaning they won't be such a bargain after all. 2. Ditch the camo shorts in the Caribbean You've worn them on every holiday since Tenerife 1996, but they'll have to stay at home if you're venturing to Jamaica, Barbados or many other nearby islands, where the camouflage pattern is reserved for serving members of the police or military. In Dominica, even bringing the shorts with you would be an offence, whether they make it out of the suitcase or not. Disobey the rule at your peril: in Barbados, it could mean a $2,000 (£1,470) fine or even a year in jail. 3. Don't sneakily reserve space on the sand in Spain It goes against everything we've been taught in the UK, but an early trip to the beach to secure a prime spot gets a big thumbs down in parts of Spain. In Calpe, on the Costa Blanca, the authorities are reportedly fighting back against those who reserve places with sun beds or chairs, removing any put in place before 9.30am or left unattended for more than three hours. 4. Don't wear flip flops in the Cinque Terre or Capri In the notoriously busy Cinque Terre in Italy, flip flops and sandals are banned on the area's over-crowded hiking trails as part of a plan to make them safer. Anyone flouting the rules could be fined up to €2,500 (£2,130). Meanwhile in chi chi Capri, where 'clogs' have been banned since the 1960s, tourists could face a furore over noisy footwear that clatters on the island's atmospheric pebbles. Although it's somewhat hard to verify, that law now seems to stretch to flip flops too. 5. …Or high heels at Greece's ancient sites Influencers beware: dressing up to explore some of this country's historic landmarks could get you a severe dressing down – as well as a fine of up to €900 (£767), according to Travel and Tour World. It's not just to prevent people tripping over columns or stumbling around statues. Lawmakers are concerned that the shoes could damage already vulnerable attractions, causing cracking, scratching or erosion. 6. Don't wee in the Portuguese sea… As if having to go for a surreptitious tinkle in the Atlantic wasn't bad enough, imagine doing so, then being caught and slapped with a €750 (£640) fine. Technically, that could happen in Portugal, where urinating both on and off shore on public beaches is illegal – although quite how the latter is enforced is another matter. 7. …Or take a time out on the German Autobahn Stopping unnecessarily on the motorway, except in an emergency, is deemed unlawful, so it won't do to be caught short. Running out of petrol will also get you in hot water, as it's viewed as an entirely preventable breakdown. 7. Keep your shirt on in the hire car in Spain Although temperatures can reach 35 degrees in August in Spain, topless driving isn't an option. The country's authorities have the power to fine anyone who compromises car safety, and having nothing between skin and seatbelt is viewed as one such issue, incurring a fine of up to €200 (£170). Heading off to the beach in just a bikini or board shorts? You risk being slapped with a penalty of up to €500 (£425) in some areas. 8. Don't eat on the street in Italian cities Or, more specifically, Florence. In an effort to clear up a litter problem, the city has banned crunching on cannoli or munching on pizza on certain city centre streets at peak times. Rules are also in place in several areas across Rome, including the Coliseum and the Spanish Steps: back in 2019, an American tourist was reportedly fined €450 (£380) after scoffing an ill-advised late-night gelato on the steps of the Fontana dei Catecumeni. 9. Leave the bucket and spade at home in Spain and Italy The fun police have their sirens on both in the little Italian town of Eraclea, and on Benidorm's Levante Beach. Sandcastle building is banned in both. In the former, where the structures allegedly get in the way of waterside strolls, little constructors and their parents could face €250 (£210) fines. Meanwhile at Levante, parents with a serious approach to sandcastle-making should be aware that they must seek a municipal permit before embarking on any elaborate beach builds, or pay a penalty of up to €150 (£130). 10. Be careful how you reply in Dubai Cat-sitter gone rogue or left-behind teenager thrown a wild party? Watch your tone on WhatsApp. Swearing both in public and online is forbidden in the UAE (especially with malicious intent), so any angry rants could land you in serious trouble. In a worst case scenario, it could even mean imprisonment or a fine of up to AED500,000 (£100,100).
