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The Sun
8 hours ago
- The Sun
Cheeky 48-hour holidays to Europe's best cities, beach towns and islands this summer from £167
THEY'RE weekend wonders – four-hour flight breaks to Europe's most exciting destinations. A cheeky two-night getaway won't break the bank and it provides a perfect escape without chipping into your holiday allowance. 3 Lisa Minot presents her pick of 48-hour getaways for this summer – whether you want to explore a city or just recharge on a beach. CITY Paris from £167pp August is a great time to visit the French capital as its residents head away for their annual summer breaks and the crowds are fewer. The H4 Hotel Wyndham Paris Pleyel Resort offers great value as it's in the suburb of Saint-Denis with excellent train links to the city and an ideal quieter retreat after pounding the busy streets of central Paris. Room-only, with flights from Southampton on August 1. See Milan from £189pp There's a lovely courtyard at the 4H Devero Hotel & Spa with a large pool and restaurant terrace — perfect for a little dip after discovering the delights of this chic Italian city. Set between Milan and Bergamo, you could even head to the delights of Lake Como. Hotel is B&B. Flights from Liverpool on August 22. See Martin Lewis warns about strict passport rule that could see you board your flight - only to get sent home on arrival Prague from £245pp The Chevron Design Hotel is perfect for a quick getaway, just a short walk from the Vltava River and vibrant Andel area. The area is known for its bustling restaurants and cafes, and a tram ride away you can visit the castle and historic Lesser Town. Room-only, with flights from Luton on August 1. Find out more and book at Krakow from £283pp The Belle Epoque Residence offers stylish studios and apartments close to the historic Old Town. Just ten minutes' walk brings you to the Main Market Square, a medieval treasure and one of the biggest in Europe, while the lush greenery of Planty Park which encircles the Old Town is also a stone's throw away. Room only. Flights from Heathrow on July 18, hand luggage only. Details from Budapest from £289pp Enjoy the beauty of the city from the water with The Grand Jules Boat Hotel, moored on the Danube River on the Buda side near Margaret Bridge. You'll have easy access to attractions both sides of the river and are within walking distance of shops and restaurants. Hotel is B&B. Flights from Birmingham on August 15 with hand luggage only. See Athens from £435pp Cool off after a day's sightseeing at the Skylark, Aluma Hotel & Resorts rooftop pool and bar. This contemporary, chic 4H hotel is right in the centre of the action on Omonoia Square, and is close to the metro. Major archaeological sites are within easy reach. Hotel is B&B. Flights from Gatwick on August 8. See 3 BEACH Alicante from £275pp Live the high life in exciting Alicante at the NH Alicante with its rooftop pool promising panoramic views of the city and Santa Barbara Castle. For extra pampering, the hotel's spa has a sauna and jacuzzi in a peaceful setting. Postiguet Beach and the Old Town are a bus ride away. Stay room-only, fly from Leeds Bradford on July 25. See Magaluf from £279pp Relax on Bali beds or comfy cabanas at the great-value 3H Inn Mallorca Aparthotel with its beach-club style pool. Rooms are modern and have air con as well as a kitchenette, balcony or terrace. In the heart of Magaluf, the apartments are just a short stroll from the beach. Stay self-catering with flights from East Midlands, August 15. See Barcelona from £357pp Combine the best of both worlds with a stay where you can take in city sights and still enjoy the beach life. The 3H Oriente Atiram Hotel is right on the famous Las Ramblas street near the Gothic Quarter. The former 19th century monastery offers modern, simple rooms in the heart of the action, just 200 metres from the nearest Metro station. Stay B&B with flights from Manchseter on July 25. See Algarve from £359pp Savour fabulous views across Faro and the Ria Normosa Natural Park from the contemporary rooftop pool of the 4H AP Eva Senses hotel. Perfect for anyone looking for a relaxed city break, the hotel is close to bars and restaurants and has a lovely outdoor freshwater pool. Stay B&B with flights from East Midlands on August 8. See Benidorm from £389pp The 3H Hotel Servigroup Pueblo is ideal for 48 hours of fun in the sun, with great entertainment and the golden sands of Levante beach on your doorstep. Benidorm's pretty Old Town is within walking distance and there's both indoor and outdoor pools to enjoy. Enjoy B&B with flights from Leeds Bradford on July 25, 22kg luggage and transfers. See Ibiza from £389pp Go beyond the clubs with a chilled stay at the 4H Invisa Hotel La Cala in the pretty town of Santa Eulalia. Known as the gastronomic capital of Ibiza, there's good food guaranteed on Restaurant Street with relaxed, al-fresco dining. The hotel is close to the beach and has a laid-back atmosphere. Stay B&B with flights from Birmingham on July 25.
Wales Online
6 days ago
- Wales Online
easyJet launches ‘airplane mode' to help families reconnect this summer
easyJet launches 'airplane mode' to help families reconnect this summer The new initiative includes a holiday card game to get families talking from the moment they start their holiday and help combat the issues that matter to young people and parents today. easyJet has joined forces with writer, activist, presenter and mum Katie Piper and child development expert Tanith Carey to launch 'Airplane Mode' An airline has launched a new initiative to help families reconnect this summer after a new survey shows over two thirds (68%) of parents say finding quality time together as a family is becoming harder due to time spent on personal devices, social media and busy schedules. easyJet has joined forces with writer, activist, presenter and mum Katie Piper and child development expert Tanith Carey to launch 'Airplane Mode' – a new initiative which includes a holiday card game to get families talking from the moment they start their holiday and help combat the issues that matter to young people and parents today. The survey of 2,000 British parents and children aged 11 to 17 commissioned by easyJet found over two-thirds of parents (69%) say they are concerned about the effects of social media and phone screen time on their children – with 71% of parents admitting they probably also spend too much time on their phone and 60% too much time on social media themselves. The research also revealed nearly a quarter (24%) of children admit to knowing more about their favourite influencers than their parents. However, nearly seven in ten (69%) parents say holidays are the number one opportunity to connect with their children. easyjet joins forces with Katie Piper and Tanith Carey to launch 'Airplane Mode' Article continues below Holidays emerged as an increasing priority for parents when it comes to family wellbeing. Families average up to 2 holidays a year when children are between the ages of 6-18 and nearly half (48%) plan to take more family holidays this year than last, citing spending quality time together (52%), wellbeing (42%) and reconnecting with family and friends (40%) as the top drivers for doing so. As part of the Airplane Mode initiative, the airline has launched a family card game packed full of conversation-sparking questions spanning categories such as people, places, work and school, as well as charade-style challenges and prompts to share advice and meaningful experiences with each other. The card game will be available for free for families jetting off over the summer holidays, with thousands being handed out at airports across the UK from 9 July (while stocks last). The research also revealed 85% of families admit that being less connected means they worry they're not having enough conversations around the important issues facing young people today together. More than two in five (45%) children say they want to be more present with their families, and 68% say that spending more time with their family helps their mood and wellbeing. As part of the campaign, Katie Piper, popular wellness advocates and content creators Jaycie Fry and Will Ainslie and easyJet pilots and cabin crew have released a series of voice notes reflecting on their own experiences of tackling the challenge of disconnection. They also provide advice on some of the issues that affect young people today, like self-worth, positive body image and positive masculinity – topics that parents say they are anxious to support them in. 71% of parents admit they probably also spend too much time on their phone and 60% too much time on social media themselves. Kenton Jarvis, easyJet's CEO, said: 'At easyJet, we're passionate about creating family-friendly initiatives that make flying with us both fun and easier for parents. 'Our research shows the summer holidays are one of the few times in the year when families are together without the usual distractions, making it the perfect opportunity to enjoy some well-earned quality time and put down tablets or phones. 'With our Airplane Mode game, we hope the thousands of families flying with us can take a moment to relax, reconnect and make meaningful memories from the moment they board.' Katie Piper said: 'easyJet's Airplane Mode initiative is a great reminder for families to use the summer holidays as a chance to reconnect and get to know each other even better. It's so important to make time to embrace real connections, for self-reflection and to experience the joy of being present with our families – but that's not easy! 'Alongside the card game, which is a playful way to kick start those conversations, I hope hearing the reflections of how others have connected about the more difficult topics in our lives encourages everyone to dig deep and open those conversations as a family too.' Child development expert and parenting author Tanith Carey, who has helped easyJet develop their Airplane Mode initiative, said: 'Giving a child a phone by the time they reach secondary school is now considered a rite of passage for most parents in the UK. As adults, having our phones with us has now also become pretty much essential when we travel. 'However, as this new research shows, it's all too easy to slip into letting phones interrupt the vital connection we have with our kids. easyJet's Airplane Mode initiative is a brilliant way for families to not only reverse this slide, but also to learn more about each other and strengthen their bond. Playing card games like this one as a family on holiday sends the message that spending quality time with your children is going to be a priority for you from the outset of your holiday – and helps create a sense of togetherness from the start.' Tanith Carey also shared her advice about how to connect together further as a family this summer holiday: Asking questions builds powerful connections: Simply by asking questions to your family that you may not have thought to ask before will help build powerful connections that brings you closer. You're inviting everyone to express themselves freely and, by listening to what they say without judgment, they feel important and valued in your eyes. Games can help teach valuable life skills: Asking questions of children can help them put their thoughts and feelings into words but also imagine the world from someone else's perspective – which is a valuable life skill. Let kids answer at their own pace, without hurrying. If they can't think of a response in the moment, say you'd love to hear their answer once they've had some time to think about it. This will help them deepen their curiosity about themselves and develop their self-awareness. The importance of sharing: As parents, you can set a strong example about how to share for your children. Using games like this on holiday and telling them about your own thoughts and experiences not only helps your children learn from your example, but also helps your children perhaps see you in a new light and is a fun reminder that you're human too! Kicking off the holiday with a family activity: Proactively starting your trip together with a joint activity, such as playing a game together, sends the message that spending quality time together will be a priority from the outset – and helps create a sense of togetherness from the start. Holidays are when family precious memories are made: Often the best and most long-lasting family memories are made on holiday. Use that knowledge to remind you to make every moment count. Try maximising your real-life experiences by putting away your phone on your break unless you need it for your travel plans or taking photos and videos. Influencers Jaycie Fry and Will Ainslie have shared their thoughts on the importance on connecting with family and friends. Jaycie reflects on the importance of talking as a family about things that can sometimes seem difficult and calls on young people to remember there's a version of you that overcomes any hardship. Will shares his thoughts on family connection and being present with your family. He also reflects on positive masculinity, believing that there is so much strength in being open and so much power in being real. Over 6,000 packs of the easyJet Airplane Mode game will be handed out to customers at UK airports including London Gatwick, London Luton, Bristol, Manchester, Edinburgh and Belfast this summer (while stocks last). Article continues below Listen to the reflections series of voice-notes from Katie Piper, Jaycie Fry, Will Ainslie and easyJet pilots and cabin crew via SoundCloud.
Wales Online
29-04-2025
- Business
- Wales Online
Antler luggage deal saves £170 on designer suitcase set perfect for family holidays
Antler luggage deal saves £170 on designer suitcase set perfect for family holidays Getaway in style with a three-piece set of premium suitcases for £133 a pop The set comes in white or mineral green (Image: Antler ) Luggage brand Antler is offering £170 off one of their premium luggage sets as part of their spring sale. The Lincoln Three-Piece Suitcase Set in White or Mineral includes a cabin case, a medium size case and large case. Originally on sale for £570 for the set, the price has dropped to £399, 30% off, working out at £133 per suitcase. Perfect for family holidays, the cabin case meets the requirements for larger cabin bag allowances for British Airways, easyjet, Jet2, and Ryanair. The two larger cases offer plenty of space for a fortnight away. Made from lightweight polypropylene, each suitcase has been designed to withstand the wear and tear of regular travel. Cases feature four spinner wheels and a retractable handle for super-smooth rolling through the airport. On the inside, the zippered compartments and tie-down straps keep clothes crease-free on the go. Expander zips on all three sizes give extra room when needed, making them versatile companions for everything from short trips to long-haul adventures. The white colour is bang on trend The suitcase sets comprises: Cabin Suitcase - measuring 55 x 40 x 20 cm and weighing 2.5 kg it offers 39L packing capacity (expands to 44L maximum volume) Medium Suitcase - measuring 46 x 68 x 29 cm and weighing 3.6 kg it offers 88L packing capacity (expands to 97L maximum volume) Large Suitcase - measuring 54 x 80.5 x 35 cm and weighing 4.5 kg it offers 139L packing capacity (expands to 152L maximum volume) All of Antler's bags also come with a lifetime warranty, which means that if something does go wrong with a suitcase, it is covered. When not in use, the cases fit neatly inside one another for quick and easy storage. If this suitcase set isn't suitable, upscale luggage brand Away is offering £50 off multi-buy collections. Including iconic pieces such as the Bigger Carry On and Large Case, shoppers can buy both together for £485. For flyers on a budget, the Infinity Leather set of three cases from Debenhams are now £199.99 instead of £279.99. Constructed from durable polycarbonate and featuring TSA locks for enhanced security, the cases also have eight-wheel spinners for easier movement, and expandable capacity for added packing flexibility The three-piece set is great for family holidays (Image: Antler ) Antler luggage has a reputation for being hardwearing and practical. Buyers who have already invested in the Lincoln range have given it an impressive five-star rating. One buyer said: "The Lincoln set in Mineral looks fantastic! The cases very much feel premium, both inside and out. We're delighted with them." A second added: "Great quality, well designed, and plenty of room for a longer trip, or for more souvenirs!" While there were no negative reviews to be found on the website, one buyer did raise a concern. They said: "Very pleased to receive my stylish suitcase. Article continues below "The instructions for the lock were a bit vague, but this problem was resolved through your excellent help desk. Can't wait to go on holiday to try it out now. Until I have used it for a bit I can't rate the performance." It's also worth checking the dimensions of the case work for any travel requirements before purchasing. Another shopper who purchased a single Lincoln case from the range, said: "Excellent cases, straps and tags, worth spending a bit more to get such exceptional quality. Very pleased."
Yahoo
16-02-2025
- Business
- Yahoo
Air traffic provider announces over 167,000 flights in January
The UK's main air traffic services provider managed over 167,000 flights last month. NATS, based in Whiteley, reported a 1.6 per cent rise compared to January 2024, with non-transatlantic flights seeing the most growth at 2.9 per cent. Routes to Spain, France, and Germany were the busiest, with France experiencing a significant 10 per cent year-on-year increase. Kathryn Leahy, Chief Operations Officer, said: 'It is encouraging to see the new year get off to such a strong start, with new routes from Vueling, easyjet and Ryanair helping the growth in France. "I am delighted with NATS' punctuality performance for the month, which we achieved despite some very challenging weather conditions, including Storm Eowyn." According to Eurocontrol, NATS was responsible for 23.3 per cent of Europe's air traffic in January, contributing to just 0.2 per cent of delays across the continent. NATS reported that 99.9 per cent of flights experienced no delays attributed to them, with the average delay per affected flight being 9.3 minutes.
