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Charming, peaceful, vibrant and exceedingly pretty: Guernsey is the place to go if you're looking for a proper break - and as it's a mere hop across the Channel (40 minutes on a little plane from London), it's perfect for a long weekend filled with sea air and country walks. Families, hikers, golfers, couples and solo holidaymakers: you'll all...
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A two-hour BBC show featuring nothing more than a journey down a canal has proved an unlikely hit with viewers.
All Aboard! The Canal Trip was filmed in real time and contained no commentary, music or presenter and nothing more exciting than passing boats, changing scenery and the occasional passer-by in the distance walking along the...
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High airport taxes and costly fuel prices have driven the UK nearly to the bottom of a global table for travel and tourism price competitiveness.
On overall travel and tourism (T&T) competitiveness, the UK finished as high as fifth in a 141-nation table compiled by the Geneva-based World Economic Forum.
But on T&T prices, the UK was...
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Fancy escaping to stunning Yorkshire this spring? We're giving you the chance to win a luxury break for two at The Black Swan, located in the heart of chocolate-box market town Helmsley.
One lucky AOL Travel reader will enjoy an indulgent overnight stay in the hotel for two people, including traditional Afternoon Tea and a six-course dinner in...
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Everyone knows that we all rely on our phones to make notes, arrange meetings and generally organise our day-to-day lives, but now you can also use it to ensure you have a hassle-free holiday.
A whole host of holiday based apps have been released to ensure that your holiday is an organisational dream.
So whether you're looking for an app to...
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Spain has been named the most tourist friendly country in the world in the World Economic Forum's travel competitiveness report.
The Mediterranean country has jumped a few places from last time when it came in fourth place and Switzerland topped the leader board in 2013, The Local reports.
Spain came in first place for cultural resources and...
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Prince Harry has begun his tour of New Zealand by receiving an ancient warrior welcome performed by members of the country's armed forces.
The Prince, who arrived from Sydney having just completed a month-long attachment with the Australian Defence Force, was met by prime minister John Key at a military terminal in the capital Wellington.
He...
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More than three-quarters of Brits believe that technology has had a detrimental effect on their day-to-day life, says research out today.
Holiday company Camping in the Forest surveyed people across the UK and found that the overwhelming majority felt they had lost the ability to enjoy the simple pleasures in life.
Two-fifths (38 per cent) are...
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The world is full of weird, remote and totally incredible islands, but what you're about to see is not what you'd expect on your idyllic island escape: animals, and lots of them.
Some of the animals are cute and furry, like the rabbits on Japan's Okunoshima Island, or the pigs found swimming around an uninhabited island of the Bahamas. Others...
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It's a well-known fact that many of the world's most beautiful places are disappearing, largely because of climate change, deforestation, rising sea levels, the demands of industry and even tourism. But many of us are unaware just how quickly many of these places are vanishing from the map. You may have fallen in love with Venice or climbed the...
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Are you looking to escape the fast pace of day-to-day life and visit the countryside for a blissful break in the UK this summer?
We've teamed up with Ghyll Manor Hotel and Restaurant in Rusper, West Sussex to offer one lucky AOL Travel reader a relaxing mini-break. The competition winner will have the chance to enjoy a two-night stay for two...
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London's City Airport has made it into the world's top ten most scenic airports, according to a Forbes report.
The city's newest airport beat stiff competition from some of the most spectacular destinations in the world, including Cape Town Airport in South Africa.
Every year, private jet charter broker PrivateFly asks the public to vote for...
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The 68th annual Cannes Film Festival kicks off this week and to celebrate the glamorous event, we're taking you on a tour of the most iconic film locations around the world.
With help from Opodo, you can discover the most memorable movie spots in iconic cities including Los Angeles, Mumbai, New York City, Paris and Rome.
Cities in 8mm is a...
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Butlin's has unveiled its pretty new-look chalets after a £16 million makeover.
The new accommodation, called West Lakes Chalet Village, is based at its Minehead holiday park. The chalets are painted in pastel shades and 117 properties sleeping four, six or eight people have been created.
If the chalets prove popular, more will be...
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We've teamed up with Holiday Hypermarket to offer you the chance to win £300 towards the getaway of your choice.
The all-inclusive holiday provider offers an array of holidays including beach escapes, city breaks and cultural getaways.
Whether you fancy visiting the vibrant cities of Spain, the laid-back beaches of Cape Verde or the...
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If you're hoping to take advantage of a late deal and jet off to the sun this year, your family could save up to £900, with one simple move. It doesn't mean dramatically altering your plans, or compromising on the sea, sun and sand you're after. All you need to do is move a couple of beaches up the coast - and plump for a less well-known...
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Drones are capable of capturing the shots than photographers can only dream of.
These drones have taken to the skies to take some mesmerising photos showing what life is like from way above the ground.
From Denpasar in Bali all the way to Kent in England and Rio in Brazil to the Coral Garden of Tahiti, these images capture stunning locations as...
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Grasmere Hotel, Grasmere While you're relaxing on holiday there is nothing more disappointing than poor service from the hotel that you're staying in.
So whether you fancy a relaxing weekend in the beautiful coastal resort of St Aubin in Jersey or a night out on the town in central London, Tripadvisor has come up with the top 25 hotels for...
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Popular holiday brands Thomson and First Choice are to be phased out by Tui Group, the company has announced.
Instead the company will be selling holidays under a single brand.
This follows recent news that the UK and their German counterparts will be merging, a process which may take as long as three years. WORDS: PA.
The company is also...
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It was a case of little and large at the Dartmoor Miniature Pony Centre this week - as a new baby donkey met the enormous resident shire horse for the first time.
The absolutely adorable foal was born on 4 May at the Miniature Pony Centre in Dartmoor, Devon, and staff say he's a bundle of energy.
According to the Exeter Express and Echo, a...
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