Parts of Europe to bake as mercury hits 40C in brutal heatwave
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Popular European destinations are facing extreme temperatures, with the hot weather expected to soar well into the 40s in major holiday hotspots.
Warnings are in place for cities including Paris and Rome over the weekend and into next week, while wildfires have erupted in Greece.
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Irish Independent
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- Irish Independent
Parts of Europe to bake as mercury hits 40C in brutal heatwave
©UK Independent Popular European destinations are facing extreme temperatures, with the hot weather expected to soar well into the 40s in major holiday hotspots. Warnings are in place for cities including Paris and Rome over the weekend and into next week, while wildfires have erupted in Greece.
The Irish Sun
a day ago
- The Irish Sun
Popular European city introduces new late night alcohol ban
A POPULAR European city has introduced an alcohol ban for both locals and tourists. Porto has stopped the sale of alcohol from supermarkets, convenience stores, wine cellars, and souvenir shops for nearly 12 hours in the evening 5 Porto has banned the sale of wine from supermarkets and off licences Credit: Alamy 5 The new rules have come into affect from this week Credit: Alamy The ban is in place between the hours of 9pm and 8am. The rules came into effect on June 25 as part of the new regulations for nightlife in the city. These restrictions are not city-wide, but they do apply to the entirety of This zone includes the downtown area, including Rua da Galeria de Paris , a street that's very famous for its nightlife and bars. Read More on Portugal Terraces will have limited opening hours, although there are some flexible for some in popular nightlife areas. Filipa Correia Pinto, councillor for Economic Activities, explained to that the changes are aimed at combating 'botellons'. She added: 'What justifies this is our conviction that this phenomenon in several parts of the city is causing harm and having an impact on urban security', as reported by . The rules have been put in place to stop people congregating in public areas where they socialise while drinking alcohol. Most read in News Travel Inspections will be stricter and the sanctions heavier, including the closure of establishments that don't comply with the new rules. You can still drink during the later hours hours, but alcohol needs to be bought in cafés, bars, restaurants and Porto's Finest: Wine, Culture, and Nightlife 5 Porto has colourful houses and cobbled streets Credit: Alamy 5 The city is coastal and has beautiful beaches too Credit: Alamy Porto is a coastal city in northwest Portugal known for its If you fancy a drink, most of the port wine cellars are over the Douro in Vila Nova de Gaia. The city has rambling old towns full of colourful buildings with cobbled streets and steep hills. The Ribeira district has lots of architecture to admire with colourful houses and the Dom Luís I Bridge. The On the river you can hop on scenic cruises, wine tasting tours, and outdoor adventures. As for Praia do Senhor da Pedra in Miramar is popular with locals for its calm atmosphere and golden sands. The city's speciality is a francesinha, similar to a croque monsieur, it's filled with ham, sausage and steak, doused in melted cheese and hot tomato sauce. You can get to Here's more on And where to find the 5 Porto has introduced new alcohol bans Credit: Alamy
Dublin Live
2 days ago
- Dublin Live
Gorgeous country four hours from Dublin is dubbed one of most 'underrated' destinations
Our community members are treated to special offers, promotions and adverts from us and our partners. You can check out at any time. More info Want to jet off abroad, but worry that you don't have enough funds? This budget-friendly destination might be the answer to your prayers. To make things even better, it's been dubbed 'one of the most underrated countries in the world'. And what's more, it's only a few hours from Dublin. A travel fan, named Hannah, recently revealed why you should be adding Malta to your bucket list. She managed to bag a holiday there for less than €500 – and you can too. Hannah and her friends spent a few hundred on flights, a five-night hotel stay complete with a rooftop pool, breakfast, baggage, and transfers. She was so chuffed with the experience that she shared snippets from her holiday on TikTok. Her video on the social media platform has since garnered more than one million likes. (Image: © 2019 Piero Damiani) In the short clip, Hannah said: "Malta is by far the most underrated country I think I've ever visited. Even though Malta is the 10th smallest country in the world, it is definitely giving big country energy... "One thing I loved about Malta was that it was like nowhere I'd ever been before. It's got such strong Arabic and Roman influences. It was just absolutely beautiful and everyone we met just seemed so proud to be Maltese." Her highlights included exploring Valletta, which you can do affordably if you hop and and off of buses that are "convenient and cheap". She remarked: "Just spend a day in Valletta, roaming around, street dining, going to the boutique shops, wandering in and out of the gardens, seeing the cannons being fired at the saluting battery, and checking out the harbour front." Hannah also recommends trying out the Gozo, Comino, and Blue Lagoon cruise. It embarks from Sliema and stops at each of the hotspots for around €20. More than 1,000 viewers eagerly responded to Hannah's video, sharing her affection for Malta. One gushed: "I am from Malta and I am so happy that you loved our little island." Another said: "Malta is stunning, I would go back in a heartbeat." And a third added: "Genuinely one of my favourite European destinations ever- never gets boring. Top things to do in Malta Valletta Takes the time to explore the historical sites at Valletta. Highlights include St. John's Co-Cathedral, where you can marvel at the ornate interior and Caravaggio's masterpiece. You can also wander around Upper Barrakka Gardens, which offers panoramic views of the Grand Harbour. Mdina Then why not stop off at Mdina. It's home to The Silent City, where you can amble through the narrow, winding streets. There is also an impressive Baroque cathedral with ornate architecture that's bound to blow you away. Comino Island Comino is a small island situated in the Maltese archipelago. It lies between the islands of Malta and Gozo in the Mediterranean Sea. When visiting, you can swim in crystal-clear turquoise waters and relax on the beach at the Blue Lagoon. Dingli Cliffs Enjoy breathtaking views from Malta's highest point I'll be sure to stop off at Dingli village for some delicious local food while you're there. How to get to Malta There are several flights a week between Dublin and Malta, making it a very well-flown route. Ryanair and Aer Lingus are among the budget airlines offer this route. The flight time is around three hours and 45 minutes. You can snap up tickets from around €80 – so it is very affordable to visit.
