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Sean Sheehan seeks out the good life in Costa Rica The holidaymaker’s dilemma: adventure or relaxation. Do you want to see volcanoes and wildlife or laze around on sunny beaches and experience the joys of spa living? One tiny country has squared this circle: Costa Rica is safe, friendly, ecologically responsible, full of glorious places with flora and fauna you’ll never see at home,  sandy beaches, luxurious spa resorts. Costa Ricans like to use the expression pura vida – the...

Virgin East Coast trains staff will stage a 24-hour strike over Monday 3rd October, according to the RMT union. The strike means that staff will not work between 00.01 and 23.59 BST on that day.Virgin East Coast operate the line from London to Scotland via the North East of England. The service was drawn into the Corbyn “traingate” saga after they released footage of the Labour leader, which they claimed showed he could have had a seat, when he claimed...

From its golden sands and deep blue waters to its bright, juicy fruits and deep burgundy wines, Spain is bursting with colour, beauty and flavour. It’s no surprise that Spain is such a popular destination for holidaymakers; this Mediterranean jewel impresses even the most well-travelled individuals. Variety is the spice of life here, so we've put together an introduction to some of the most popular spots.   Bright and buzzing A last minute holiday to Spain might be one of the best decisions you...

London Luton Airport is set to get a £110 million revamp to increase capacity 50 per cent to 18 million passengers per year by 2020. The airport has already opened a new security search area and a £1 million executive lounge, with new developments bring a 1,700 space multi-storey car park with a covered walkway to the terminal is due to open this winter. The airport is also doubling the size of its shopping and dining area for passengers with a...

Dubai has long attracted holidaymakers with the promise of guaranteed sunshine, lavish hotels, glamorous beaches and some of the world’s best water parks. There’s also the city’s many iconic sights, including the Palm Jumeirah island, Burj Al Arab and the breathtaking Burj Khalifa, which you may know better as the world’s tallest building. Combine all of this with the city’s magnificent selection of super-sized shopping malls and cultural attractions, and you’ll soon see why Dubai is the ultimate holiday destination....

By Chloe Hashemi Everyone claims that they know the ‘best’ places in London. But one of the beauties of London is that you can keep exploring for years and keep discovering secrets, some which may have been staring you right in the face. A Night in a Gothic Clock Tower Photo credit Air BnB Who stays in hotels anymore? A super unique and affordable Airbnb is where it’s at this summer. This Air Bnb property resides in the stunning interior of...

The first direct commercial flight in 50 years between US and Cuba has departed Fort Lauderdale bound for Santa Clara. JetBlue flight 387 departed on the short trip this morning destined for an airport 175 miles east of Havana at a site renowned for the huge memorial that hosts the remains of revolutionary Ernesto "Che" Guevara. The historic moment follows moves by President Barack Obama to restore diplomatic relationships with Cuba in 2014, with restrictions on travel to the communist-run island easing. “We...

Sri Lanka has enjoyed a special allure with westerners for centuries. Thanks to tales of sparkling gemstones, exotic spices and verdant flora and fauna, few places typified the mystery of the east as much as Sri Lanka. While the country may be easier to reach now than in days gone by, it is still a deeply seductive destination that manages to pack thousands of years of history, a diverse landscape, and a multifaceted culture into its relatively compact size. Thanks...

A new online tool has been launched which allows you to calculate the cost of your bucket list. Brits are willing to spend up to £10,000 on their bucket list on average, but with the cost of completing the UK’s ‘top 10 bucket list activities’ coming in at a whopping £18,519 that would only be enough to complete five bucket list items. Going on safari (£5,600) and walking the Great Wall of China (£1,139) both appeared in the top five...