Holiday & Travel https://thephoenixnewspaper.com/news/lifestyle/holiday-travel/feed/atom/2025-12-07T04:15:30+00:00Phoenix NewspaperThe Phoenix Newspaper UK | Latest news in UK | Positive news | Inspiring The Next GenerationNew cycling, tea and tasting experiences launch in Shizuoka2025-12-05T10:47:54+00:002025-12-05T10:47:54+00:00https://thephoenixnewspaper.com/new-cycling-tea-and-tasting-experiences-launch-in-shizuokaSuper User<p><img src="https://thephoenixnewspaper.com/images/HOL_-_New_cycling_tea_and_tasting_experiences_launch_in_shizuoka_japanese.png" /></p><p>Shizuoka, just an hour from Tokyo by bullet train, is welcoming visitors with a host of new experiences that spotlight its scenery, flavours and culture.</p>
<p><img src="https://thephoenixnewspaper.com/images/HOL_-_New_cycling_tea_and_tasting_experiences_launch_in_shizuoka_japanese.png" /></p><p>Shizuoka, just an hour from Tokyo by bullet train, is welcoming visitors with a host of new experiences that spotlight its scenery, flavours and culture.</p>
The must-see family destination this Christmas at LEGO House2025-12-05T10:39:11+00:002025-12-05T10:39:11+00:00https://thephoenixnewspaper.com/the-must-see-family-destination-this-christmas-at-lego-houseSuper User<p><img src="https://thephoenixnewspaper.com/images/HOL_-_The_must-see_family_destination_this_Christmas_at_LEGO_House.jpg" /></p><p>This holiday season, LEGO House invites guests to ‘Come Home for the Holidays’ - where the joy of play, creativity, and togetherness fills every corner of the Home of the Brick.</p>
<p><img src="https://thephoenixnewspaper.com/images/HOL_-_The_must-see_family_destination_this_Christmas_at_LEGO_House.jpg" /></p><p>This holiday season, LEGO House invites guests to ‘Come Home for the Holidays’ - where the joy of play, creativity, and togetherness fills every corner of the Home of the Brick.</p>
Jet2 announces launch of flights and holidays to Egypt from Birmingham Airport2025-12-04T10:46:36+00:002025-12-04T10:46:36+00:00https://thephoenixnewspaper.com/jet2-announces-launch-of-flights-and-holidays-to-egypt-from-birmingham-airportSuper User<p><img src="https://thephoenixnewspaper.com/images/HOL_-_Jet2_announces_launch_of_flights_and_holidays_to_Egypt_from_Birmingham_Airport.jpeg" /></p><p>Jet2 has revealed more exciting news for customers today, by announcing the launch of flights and holidays to Egypt from Birmingham Airport, as well as a special offer on holidays to celebrate the arrival of the new destination.</p>
<p><img src="https://thephoenixnewspaper.com/images/HOL_-_Jet2_announces_launch_of_flights_and_holidays_to_Egypt_from_Birmingham_Airport.jpeg" /></p><p>Jet2 has revealed more exciting news for customers today, by announcing the launch of flights and holidays to Egypt from Birmingham Airport, as well as a special offer on holidays to celebrate the arrival of the new destination.</p>
MoBay set for December 15 reopening – says Bartlett2025-12-03T18:50:38+00:002025-12-03T18:50:38+00:00https://thephoenixnewspaper.com/mobay-set-for-december-15-reopening-%E2%80%93-says-bartlettSuper User<p><img src="https://thephoenixnewspaper.com/images/HOL_-_MoBay_set_for_December_15_reopening.png" /></p><p>Jamaica’s Minister of Tourism, Hon Edmund Bartlett, wrapped up a recent Tourism Recovery Tour of Montego Bay with news that, despite the impact of Hurricane Melissa last month, the destination area is on target to officially reopen for business on December 15, 2025.</p>
<p><img src="https://thephoenixnewspaper.com/images/HOL_-_MoBay_set_for_December_15_reopening.png" /></p><p>Jamaica’s Minister of Tourism, Hon Edmund Bartlett, wrapped up a recent Tourism Recovery Tour of Montego Bay with news that, despite the impact of Hurricane Melissa last month, the destination area is on target to officially reopen for business on December 15, 2025.</p>
Amsterdam tightens the screws on “nuisance tourism” ahead of Christmas market rush2025-12-03T18:47:52+00:002025-12-03T18:47:52+00:00https://thephoenixnewspaper.com/amsterdam-tightens-the-screws-on-nuisance-tourism-ahead-of-christmas-market-rushSuper User<p><img src="https://thephoenixnewspaper.com/images/OVERSEAS_-_Amsterdam_tightens_the_screws_on_nuisance_tourism_ahead_of_Christmas_market_rush.jpeg" /></p><p>The Netherlands’ leading city of Amsterdam is once again making headlines for its rigorous approach to managing over-tourism.</p>
<p><img src="https://thephoenixnewspaper.com/images/OVERSEAS_-_Amsterdam_tightens_the_screws_on_nuisance_tourism_ahead_of_Christmas_market_rush.jpeg" /></p><p>The Netherlands’ leading city of Amsterdam is once again making headlines for its rigorous approach to managing over-tourism.</p>
Travel expert shares how UK workers can turn 25 days of annual leave into 57 days off in 20262025-12-01T14:56:48+00:002025-12-01T14:56:48+00:00https://thephoenixnewspaper.com/travel-expert-shares-how-uk-workers-can-turn-25-days-of-annual-leave-into-57-days-off-in-2026Super User<p><img src="https://thephoenixnewspaper.com/images/HOL_-_Travel_expert_shares_how_UK_workers_can_turn_25_days_of_annual_leave_into_57_days_off_in_2026.jpeg" /></p><p>A UK travel expert has outlined how employees can nearly triple their time off work in 2026, simply by booking annual leave strategically around bank holidays and weekends.</p>
<p><img src="https://thephoenixnewspaper.com/images/HOL_-_Travel_expert_shares_how_UK_workers_can_turn_25_days_of_annual_leave_into_57_days_off_in_2026.jpeg" /></p><p>A UK travel expert has outlined how employees can nearly triple their time off work in 2026, simply by booking annual leave strategically around bank holidays and weekends.</p>
Mount Pleasant in the Hunter Valley joins Ultimate Winery Experiences Australia2025-11-26T19:20:46+00:002025-11-26T19:20:46+00:00https://thephoenixnewspaper.com/mount-pleasant-in-the-hunter-valley-joins-ultimate-winery-experiences-australiaSuper User<p><img src="https://thephoenixnewspaper.com/images/111download.jpeg" /></p><p><a href="https://www.ultimatewineryexperiences.com.au/">Ultimate Winery Experiences Australia</a> (UWEA) Ultimate Winery Experiences Australia has welcomed <a href="https://www.ultimatewineryexperiences.com.au/wineries/mount-pleasant-vineyard/">Mount Pleasant Wines</a> in New South Wales' <a href="https://www.ultimatewineryexperiences.com.au/regions/hunter-valley/">Hunter Valley</a> to its hand-selected wine tourism collective.</p>
<p><img src="https://thephoenixnewspaper.com/images/111download.jpeg" /></p><p><a href="https://www.ultimatewineryexperiences.com.au/">Ultimate Winery Experiences Australia</a> (UWEA) Ultimate Winery Experiences Australia has welcomed <a href="https://www.ultimatewineryexperiences.com.au/wineries/mount-pleasant-vineyard/">Mount Pleasant Wines</a> in New South Wales' <a href="https://www.ultimatewineryexperiences.com.au/regions/hunter-valley/">Hunter Valley</a> to its hand-selected wine tourism collective.</p>
Paying in instalments could save travellers hundreds - Travel expert explains why!2025-11-23T20:40:50+00:002025-11-23T20:40:50+00:00https://thephoenixnewspaper.com/paying-in-instalments-could-save-travellers-hundreds-travel-expert-explains-whySuper User<p><img src="https://thephoenixnewspaper.com/images/HOL_-_Paying_in_instalments_could_save_travellers_hundreds.png" /></p><p>A leading travel expert says paying for flights in instalments could actually save travellers money, even before you factor in the flexibility.</p>
<p><img src="https://thephoenixnewspaper.com/images/HOL_-_Paying_in_instalments_could_save_travellers_hundreds.png" /></p><p>A leading travel expert says paying for flights in instalments could actually save travellers money, even before you factor in the flexibility.</p>
Holiday break offering the thrill of Formula One2025-11-20T19:16:54+00:002025-11-20T19:16:54+00:00https://thephoenixnewspaper.com/holiday-break-offering-the-thrill-of-formula-oneSuper User<p><img src="https://thephoenixnewspaper.com/images/HOL_-_Holiday_break_offering_the_thrill_of_Formula_One.jpeg" /></p><p>Will Lewis Hamilton be victorious for the tenth time, will Lando Norris maintain his winning streak, or will George Russell push it to the limit?</p>
<p><img src="https://thephoenixnewspaper.com/images/HOL_-_Holiday_break_offering_the_thrill_of_Formula_One.jpeg" /></p><p>Will Lewis Hamilton be victorious for the tenth time, will Lando Norris maintain his winning streak, or will George Russell push it to the limit?</p>
Caribbean leaders to convene for CTO Caribbean Weekend in Miami2025-11-17T10:38:55+00:002025-11-17T10:38:55+00:00https://thephoenixnewspaper.com/caribbean-leaders-to-convene-for-cto-caribbean-weekend-in-miamiSuper User<p><img src="https://thephoenixnewspaper.com/images/HOL_-_Caribbean_leaders_to_convene_for_CTO_Caribbean_Weekend_in_Miami.jpg" /></p><p>The CTO (Caribbean Tourism Organization) will host Caribbean Weekend in Miami 2025, a milestone four-day gathering that brings together tourism ministers, directors, industry leaders and stakeholders from across the region December 4–8, 2025, at the Loews Coral Gables Hotel.</p>
<p><img src="https://thephoenixnewspaper.com/images/HOL_-_Caribbean_leaders_to_convene_for_CTO_Caribbean_Weekend_in_Miami.jpg" /></p><p>The CTO (Caribbean Tourism Organization) will host Caribbean Weekend in Miami 2025, a milestone four-day gathering that brings together tourism ministers, directors, industry leaders and stakeholders from across the region December 4–8, 2025, at the Loews Coral Gables Hotel.</p>
Puerto Rico launches global branding campaign to boost visitor spending2025-11-15T13:12:55+00:002025-11-15T13:12:55+00:00https://thephoenixnewspaper.com/puerto-rico-launches-global-branding-campaign-to-boost-visitor-spendingSuper User<p><img src="https://thephoenixnewspaper.com/images/HOL_-_Puerto_Rico_launches_global_branding_campaign_to_boost_visitor_spending.jpeg" /></p><p>Discover Puerto Rico, the island’s official destination marketing organization, launched a new global branding campaign focused on lifestyle, culture and gastronomic tourism.</p>
<p><img src="https://thephoenixnewspaper.com/images/HOL_-_Puerto_Rico_launches_global_branding_campaign_to_boost_visitor_spending.jpeg" /></p><p>Discover Puerto Rico, the island’s official destination marketing organization, launched a new global branding campaign focused on lifestyle, culture and gastronomic tourism.</p>
VisitEngland’s Visitor Attraction Accolades for 2024-2025 winners announced2025-11-15T13:08:25+00:002025-11-15T13:08:25+00:00https://thephoenixnewspaper.com/visitenglands-visitor-attraction-accolades-for-2024-2025-winners-announcedSuper User<p><img src="https://thephoenixnewspaper.com/images/HOL_-_VisitEnglands_Visitor_Attraction_Accolades_for_2024-2025_winners_announced.jpeg" /></p><p>VisitEngland has today (12 November) named the winners of its Visitor Attraction Accolades for 2024-2025, recognising excellence within the visitor attraction sector. </p>
<p><img src="https://thephoenixnewspaper.com/images/HOL_-_VisitEnglands_Visitor_Attraction_Accolades_for_2024-2025_winners_announced.jpeg" /></p><p>VisitEngland has today (12 November) named the winners of its Visitor Attraction Accolades for 2024-2025, recognising excellence within the visitor attraction sector. </p>
CTO and ICF sign MOU to advance sustainable tourism development in the Caribbean2025-11-14T11:03:50+00:002025-11-14T11:03:50+00:00https://thephoenixnewspaper.com/cto-and-icf-sign-mou-to-advance-sustainable-tourism-development-in-the-caribbeanSuper User<p><img src="https://thephoenixnewspaper.com/images/HOL_-_CTO_and_ICF_Sign_MOU_to_Advance_Sustainable_Tourism_Development_in_the_Caribbean.jpg" /></p><p>The Caribbean Tourism Organization (CTO) has signed a non-binding Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) with ICF, a US-headquartered consulting firm and global solutions provider, to explore opportunities in advancing sustainable tourism development, climate adaptation, and resilience building in the Caribbean.</p>
<p><img src="https://thephoenixnewspaper.com/images/HOL_-_CTO_and_ICF_Sign_MOU_to_Advance_Sustainable_Tourism_Development_in_the_Caribbean.jpg" /></p><p>The Caribbean Tourism Organization (CTO) has signed a non-binding Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) with ICF, a US-headquartered consulting firm and global solutions provider, to explore opportunities in advancing sustainable tourism development, climate adaptation, and resilience building in the Caribbean.</p>
Mashatu Game Reserve in Botswana named ‘Best Game Reserve in Southern Africa’ for 20252025-11-09T19:25:25+00:002025-11-09T19:25:25+00:00https://thephoenixnewspaper.com/mashatu-game-reserve-in-botswana-named-best-game-reserve-in-southern-africa-for-2025Super User<p><img src="https://thephoenixnewspaper.com/images/HOL_-_Mashatu_Game_Reserve_in_Botswana_named_Best_Game_Reserve_in_Southern_Africa_for_2025.jpeg" /></p><p>Mashatu Game Reserve is proud to have been recognised as the "Best Game Reserve in Southern Africa" at the 2025 World Luxury Travel Awards.</p>
<p><img src="https://thephoenixnewspaper.com/images/HOL_-_Mashatu_Game_Reserve_in_Botswana_named_Best_Game_Reserve_in_Southern_Africa_for_2025.jpeg" /></p><p>Mashatu Game Reserve is proud to have been recognised as the "Best Game Reserve in Southern Africa" at the 2025 World Luxury Travel Awards.</p>
Destination Guide: Dubai2025-11-06T20:17:16+00:002025-11-06T20:17:16+00:00https://thephoenixnewspaper.com/destination-guide-dubaiSuper User<p><img src="https://thephoenixnewspaper.com/images/HOL_-_Destination_Guide-Dubai.jpeg" /></p><p>A destination like no other, this fascinating city on the Arabian Peninsula entices groups with its outsize attractions, cutting-edge technology and all things luxurious and breathtaking.</p>
<p><img src="https://thephoenixnewspaper.com/images/HOL_-_Destination_Guide-Dubai.jpeg" /></p><p>A destination like no other, this fascinating city on the Arabian Peninsula entices groups with its outsize attractions, cutting-edge technology and all things luxurious and breathtaking.</p>
TV stars share travel marketing tips at WTM London2025-11-05T15:18:16+00:002025-11-05T15:18:16+00:00https://thephoenixnewspaper.com/tv-stars-share-travel-marketing-tips-at-wtm-londonSuper User<p><img src="https://thephoenixnewspaper.com/images/1HOL_-_TV_stars_share_travel_marketing_tips_at_WTM_London.jpeg" /></p><p>British TV stars Bettany Hughes and Maisie Adam took to the stage at WTM London to share their tips about marketing travel and holidays.</p>
<p><img src="https://thephoenixnewspaper.com/images/1HOL_-_TV_stars_share_travel_marketing_tips_at_WTM_London.jpeg" /></p><p>British TV stars Bettany Hughes and Maisie Adam took to the stage at WTM London to share their tips about marketing travel and holidays.</p>