70mph Christmas Gale Warning Threatens Travel Plans
The Met Office warns of 70mph gales and heavy rain set to disrupt Christmas travel across the UK. Check for cancellations and plan ahead for festive journeys.
The Met Office warns of 70mph gales and heavy rain set to disrupt Christmas travel across the UK. Check for cancellations and plan ahead for festive journeys.
Travelodge's new Best Price Finder tool helps UK travellers save big on festive getaways. Compare dates and locations to find bargains, with potential savings exceeding £60 per night.
A Met Office fog warning is in place for Birmingham and the West Midlands on Wednesday morning. Get the full Christmas week weather forecast and travel advice here.
Motoring experts warn UK drivers that decluttering vehicles and removing roof boxes can significantly reduce fuel consumption during costly festive travel. Act now to cut costs.
Travelling this Christmas? Use a simple penny trick to check if your freezer lost power while you were away, preventing dangerous food spoilage. Learn the easy hack for peace of mind.
A major snow blast is set to hit northern England, Wales, Scotland, and Northern Ireland on December 18. Get the latest forecast and regional impacts here.
Prepare your car and plan your route with these vital tips to avoid breakdowns and stay safe on UK roads this festive season. A little preparation can make all the difference.
UK drivers face a costly Christmas as petrol and diesel prices see their sharpest monthly rise since April 2024. The RAC warns of festive travel squeeze. Find out how to save.
Forget crowded tourist traps. New data reveals the UK's most underrated staycation spots, packed with history, culture, and bargain potential. Discover where to go now.
Shoppers are snapping up real Christmas trees for a bargain £10.99 at Home Bargains. Discover the best festive tree deals from Tesco and Morrisons too.
Petrol and diesel prices at UK pumps have jumped sharply in November, hitting drivers ahead of Christmas. The RAC warns of costly festive travel. Find out how to save.
The iconic Coca-Cola Christmas Truck Tour 2025 has announced its next steps. Find out where to see the festive lorry, get a free drink, and capture perfect holiday photos.
The Independent's guide to the UK's best festive markets features Birmingham's Frankfurt Christmas Market and Worcester Christmas Fayre. Discover dates, highlights, and what makes them special.
Witham MP Priti Patel visited Vaycay Luxury Travel to donate toys for Home-Start Essex's Christmas campaign, supporting local families in need. Find out how you can contribute.
British tourists could be hit with a £540 charge for Balearic holidays under new tax proposals. The funds would help create affordable housing for locals. Discover how this affects your Spanish getaway.
A travel specialist reveals how to avoid costly Black Friday travel deal mistakes. Learn to spot hidden fees and secure genuine savings for your next holiday.
Travel experts reveal 7 crucial passport checks Brits must complete before Christmas flights. Avoid being turned away at airports with these essential Brexit-era tips.
Discover why a trip from Birmingham to the enchanting Hope Valley village of Castleton, with its twinkling lights and cosy pubs, was an almost perfect festive escape.
Travelodge launches a Black Friday deal with 30% off the cheapest night on stays of two nights or more. Book by December 2nd for travel between Christmas and February.
Discover the top spots to buy a high-quality real Christmas tree across Birmingham and the West Midlands. Open daily from 9am to 8pm. Find your festive centrepiece today!
CrossCountry warns of major rail disruption across the Midlands on four Saturdays in December due to RMT strikes. Plan your Christmas travel now to avoid significant delays and cancellations.
Discover everything you need to know about Birmingham's Frankfurt Christmas Market 2025, from festive stalls and live music to opening times and travel tips. Plan your visit today!
Major upgrade brings tap-in tap-out travel to 50 stations including Stansted and Southend airports from December 14. No more ticket queues - just use your bank card or phone!
Homebase launches real Christmas trees in over 250 The Range stores, rivalling Tesco and Morrisons. Choose from three sustainably grown UK varieties starting at £19.99.
Discover why Stratford-upon-Avon's traditional Victorian Christmas market is a cheaper, more atmospheric alternative to Birmingham's for 2025. Plan your festive visit now!
Hannah Cheetham, a TUI Accessibility Ambassador with cerebral palsy, shares vital travel tips. Plus, a landmark step for British Sign Language as it moves closer to a GCSE qualification.
Discover the five West Midlands towns named among the UK's 20 most underrated destinations for 2026 by KAYAK. Plan your next staycation now!
Discover 9 enchanting villages and towns near Birmingham perfect for a festive day trip this Christmas. Find cosy escapes, traditional markets, and winter walks.
Discover five enchanting Christmas market breaks across Europe with incredible savings. From Paris to Tallinn, book these festive getaways before they sell out.
The government confirms councils have funding to let free bus pass holders travel before 9:30am. Find out how this could help pensioners and disabled people with early appointments and work.