Holiday & Travel https://2020.thephoenixnewspaper.com/news/lifestyle/holiday-travel/feed/atom/2026-06-10T11:29:25+01:00Phoenix NewspaperThe Phoenix Newspaper UK | Latest news in UK | Positive news | Inspiring The Next GenerationCelebrate Independence Day, America's 250 in Daytona Beach2026-06-08T18:11:22+01:002026-06-08T18:11:22+01:00https://2020.thephoenixnewspaper.com/celebrate-independence-day-america-s-250-in-daytona-beachSuper User<p><img src="https://thephoenixnewspaper.com/images/112down.jpg" /></p><p>This year's Fourth of July is going to be a special one as America's celebrates its 250th birthday and Daytona Beach commemorate its 150th birthday.</p>
<p><img src="https://thephoenixnewspaper.com/images/112down.jpg" /></p><p>This year's Fourth of July is going to be a special one as America's celebrates its 250th birthday and Daytona Beach commemorate its 150th birthday.</p>
VisitEngland Awards for Excellence 2026 winners showcase quality and innovation2026-06-08T18:04:38+01:002026-06-08T18:04:38+01:00https://2020.thephoenixnewspaper.com/visitengland-awards-for-excellence-2026-winners-showcase-quality-and-innovationSuper User<p><img src="https://thephoenixnewspaper.com/images/HOL_-_VisitEngland_Awards_for_Excellence_2026_winners_showcase_quality_and_innovation.jpg" /></p><p>VisitEngland has revealed the winners of its 2026 Awards for Excellence.</p>
<p><img src="https://thephoenixnewspaper.com/images/HOL_-_VisitEngland_Awards_for_Excellence_2026_winners_showcase_quality_and_innovation.jpg" /></p><p>VisitEngland has revealed the winners of its 2026 Awards for Excellence.</p>
From Pitch to Paradise: Football fever puts Cape Verde's Islands in the spotlight2026-06-06T21:23:30+01:002026-06-06T21:23:30+01:00https://2020.thephoenixnewspaper.com/from-pitch-to-paradise-football-fever-puts-cape-verde-s-islands-in-the-spotlightSuper User<p><img src="https://thephoenixnewspaper.com/images/11do.jpg" /></p><p>Cape Verde's growing visibility on the international football stage, including recent success and qualification for the FIFA World Cup, is driving fresh interest in the Atlantic nation as a year-round holiday choice, according to UK specialist operator Cape Verde Experience.</p>
<p><img src="https://thephoenixnewspaper.com/images/11do.jpg" /></p><p>Cape Verde's growing visibility on the international football stage, including recent success and qualification for the FIFA World Cup, is driving fresh interest in the Atlantic nation as a year-round holiday choice, according to UK specialist operator Cape Verde Experience.</p>
UK holidaymakers swap long-haul for Europe as booking habits shift2026-05-31T17:41:31+01:002026-05-31T17:41:31+01:00https://2020.thephoenixnewspaper.com/uk-holidaymakers-swap-long-haul-for-europe-as-booking-habits-shiftSuper User<p><img src="https://thephoenixnewspaper.com/images/HOL_-_UK_Holidaymakers_swap_long-haul_for_Europe_as_booking_habits_shift1.jpg" /></p><p>UK holidaymakers are rapidly changing their travel plans, with growing evidence of a shift away from long-haul destinations in the Middle East, or requiring connections through the region, towards more familiar European options.</p>
<p><img src="https://thephoenixnewspaper.com/images/HOL_-_UK_Holidaymakers_swap_long-haul_for_Europe_as_booking_habits_shift1.jpg" /></p><p>UK holidaymakers are rapidly changing their travel plans, with growing evidence of a shift away from long-haul destinations in the Middle East, or requiring connections through the region, towards more familiar European options.</p>
Antigua and Barbuda secures record tourism gains following successful CHTA Marketplace2026-05-26T21:06:54+01:002026-05-26T21:06:54+01:00https://2020.thephoenixnewspaper.com/antigua-and-barbuda-secures-record-tourism-gains-following-successful-chta-marketplaceSuper User<p><img src="https://thephoenixnewspaper.com/images/HOL_-_Antigua_and_Barbuda_secures_record_tourism_gains_following_successful_CHTA_Marketplace.jpg" /></p><p>Antigua and Barbuda solidified its position as a major powerhouse in the regional hospitality landscape after serving as the official host nation for the Caribbean Hotel and Tourism Association's (CHTA) 44th Caribbean Travel Marketplace.</p>
<p><img src="https://thephoenixnewspaper.com/images/HOL_-_Antigua_and_Barbuda_secures_record_tourism_gains_following_successful_CHTA_Marketplace.jpg" /></p><p>Antigua and Barbuda solidified its position as a major powerhouse in the regional hospitality landscape after serving as the official host nation for the Caribbean Hotel and Tourism Association's (CHTA) 44th Caribbean Travel Marketplace.</p>
Elite Havens introduces Phuket's new ultra-luxury icon with Garden Atlas Bayview2026-05-26T20:58:35+01:002026-05-26T20:58:35+01:00https://2020.thephoenixnewspaper.com/elite-havens-introduces-phuket-s-new-ultra-luxury-icon-with-garden-atlas-bayviewSuper User<p><img src="https://thephoenixnewspaper.com/images/HOL112.jpg" /></p><p>Luxury villa specialist <a href="https://www.elitehavens.com/?utm_source=chatgpt.com">Elite Havens</a> is proud to announce one of Phuket's most anticipated ultra-luxury residential developments, the visionary <a href="https://thephoenixnewspaper.com/#overview">Garden Atlas Bayview</a> project on the exclusive Cape Panwa peninsula in Phuket.</p>
<p><img src="https://thephoenixnewspaper.com/images/HOL112.jpg" /></p><p>Luxury villa specialist <a href="https://www.elitehavens.com/?utm_source=chatgpt.com">Elite Havens</a> is proud to announce one of Phuket's most anticipated ultra-luxury residential developments, the visionary <a href="https://thephoenixnewspaper.com/#overview">Garden Atlas Bayview</a> project on the exclusive Cape Panwa peninsula in Phuket.</p>
TUI launches new Gambia holidays from Birmingham Airport2026-05-25T00:23:10+01:002026-05-25T00:23:10+01:00https://2020.thephoenixnewspaper.com/tui-launches-new-gambia-holidays-from-birmingham-airportSuper User<p><img src="https://thephoenixnewspaper.com/images/HOL_-_TUI_launches_new_Gambia holidays from_Birmingham_Airport1.jpg" /></p><p>Midlands’ holidaymakers can swap grey skies for golden sands this winter as TUI launches its first-ever direct flights from Birmingham to Banjul, The Gambia – opening up one of the UK’s best-value winter sunspots.</p>
<p><img src="https://thephoenixnewspaper.com/images/HOL_-_TUI_launches_new_Gambia holidays from_Birmingham_Airport1.jpg" /></p><p>Midlands’ holidaymakers can swap grey skies for golden sands this winter as TUI launches its first-ever direct flights from Birmingham to Banjul, The Gambia – opening up one of the UK’s best-value winter sunspots.</p>
Statia Tourism unveils revamped official website featuring advanced digital accessibility2026-05-25T00:15:50+01:002026-05-25T00:15:50+01:00https://2020.thephoenixnewspaper.com/statia-tourism-unveils-revamped-official-website-featuring-advanced-digital-accessibilitySuper User<p><img src="https://thephoenixnewspaper.com/images/OVERSEAS_-_Statia_Tourism_unveils_revamped_official_website_featuring_advanced_digital_accessibility.png" /></p><p>The St. Eustatius Tourism Development Foundation have launched its revamped official destination website.</p>
<p><img src="https://thephoenixnewspaper.com/images/OVERSEAS_-_Statia_Tourism_unveils_revamped_official_website_featuring_advanced_digital_accessibility.png" /></p><p>The St. Eustatius Tourism Development Foundation have launched its revamped official destination website.</p>
FIFA World Cup: Disparate realities in North American tourism boom2026-05-20T19:03:28+01:002026-05-20T19:03:28+01:00https://2020.thephoenixnewspaper.com/fifa-world-cup-disparate-realities-in-north-american-tourism-boomSuper User<p><img src="https://thephoenixnewspaper.com/images/HOL_-_FIFA_World_Cup-Disparate_realities_in_North_American_tourism_boom1.jpg" /></p><p>The countdown for the world’s biggest sporting event has officially entered its final stretch.</p>
<p><img src="https://thephoenixnewspaper.com/images/HOL_-_FIFA_World_Cup-Disparate_realities_in_North_American_tourism_boom1.jpg" /></p><p>The countdown for the world’s biggest sporting event has officially entered its final stretch.</p>
Saudi Arabia confirmed as region’s fastest-growing tourism market2026-05-20T18:59:00+01:002026-05-20T18:59:00+01:00https://2020.thephoenixnewspaper.com/saudi-arabia-confirmed-as-regions-fastest-growing-tourism-marketSuper User<p><img src="https://thephoenixnewspaper.com/images/HOL_-_Saudi_Arabia_confirmed_as_regions_fastest-growing_tourism_market1.jpg" /></p><p>A new EIR (Economic Impact Report) released by the WTTC has officially named Saudi Arabia as the fastest-growing travel and tourism market in the Middle East.</p>
<p><img src="https://thephoenixnewspaper.com/images/HOL_-_Saudi_Arabia_confirmed_as_regions_fastest-growing_tourism_market1.jpg" /></p><p>A new EIR (Economic Impact Report) released by the WTTC has officially named Saudi Arabia as the fastest-growing travel and tourism market in the Middle East.</p>
Capella Sydney unveils ‘Winter Rituals’, an invitation to experience the city through culture, wellness and quiet luxury2026-05-14T10:40:04+01:002026-05-14T10:40:04+01:00https://2020.thephoenixnewspaper.com/capella-sydney-unveils-winter-rituals-an-invitation-to-experience-the-city-through-culture-wellness-and-quiet-luxurySuper User<p><img src="https://thephoenixnewspaper.com/images/HOL_-_Capella_Sydney_unveils_Winter_Rituals1.jpg" /></p><p><a href="https://capellahotels.com/en/capella-sydney">Capella Sydney</a>, recently named No.12 in The World’s 50 Best Hotels, introduces ‘Winter Rituals’ - a seasonal expression of the hotel as Sydney’s winter sanctuary, underpinned by compelling offers to encourage guests to experience the city at a slower, more considered pace. </p>
<p><img src="https://thephoenixnewspaper.com/images/HOL_-_Capella_Sydney_unveils_Winter_Rituals1.jpg" /></p><p><a href="https://capellahotels.com/en/capella-sydney">Capella Sydney</a>, recently named No.12 in The World’s 50 Best Hotels, introduces ‘Winter Rituals’ - a seasonal expression of the hotel as Sydney’s winter sanctuary, underpinned by compelling offers to encourage guests to experience the city at a slower, more considered pace. </p>
Chad and Mauritania buck the trend for tourism in the Sahel & Southern Sahara2026-05-14T10:34:01+01:002026-05-14T10:34:01+01:00https://2020.thephoenixnewspaper.com/chad-and-mauritania-buck-the-trend-for-tourism-in-the-sahel-southern-saharaSuper User<p><img src="https://thephoenixnewspaper.com/images/HOL_-_Chad_and_Mauritania_buck_the_trend_for_tourism_in_the_Sahel_Southern_Sahara1.jpg" /></p><p>A <a href="https://untamedborders.com/itinerary/chad-group-tour/">new group trip to Chad</a> will launch next year, taking guests to explore some of the most striking landscapes anywhere in the Sahara.</p>
<p><img src="https://thephoenixnewspaper.com/images/HOL_-_Chad_and_Mauritania_buck_the_trend_for_tourism_in_the_Sahel_Southern_Sahara1.jpg" /></p><p>A <a href="https://untamedborders.com/itinerary/chad-group-tour/">new group trip to Chad</a> will launch next year, taking guests to explore some of the most striking landscapes anywhere in the Sahara.</p>
Sandals Resorts brings the spirit of Jamaica centre stage at the 2026 New Orleans Jazz & Heritage Festival2026-05-11T20:41:22+01:002026-05-11T20:41:22+01:00https://2020.thephoenixnewspaper.com/sandals-resorts-brings-the-spirit-of-jamaica-centre-stage-at-the-2026-new-orleans-jazz-heritage-festivalSuper User<p><img src="https://thephoenixnewspaper.com/images/HOL_-_Sandals_Resorts_brings_the_spirit_of_Jamaica_centre_stage_at_the_2026_New_Orleans_Jazz_Heritage_Festival.jpg" /></p><p>With Jamaica named this year's featured destination, <a href="https://edge.prnewswire.com/c/link/?t=0&l=en&o=4680426-1&h=183540779&u=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.sandals.com%2F&a=Sandals+Resorts">Sandals Resorts</a> partnered with the Jamaica Tourist Board to bring the island to life at this year's New Orleans Jazz & Heritage Festival.</p>
<p><img src="https://thephoenixnewspaper.com/images/HOL_-_Sandals_Resorts_brings_the_spirit_of_Jamaica_centre_stage_at_the_2026_New_Orleans_Jazz_Heritage_Festival.jpg" /></p><p>With Jamaica named this year's featured destination, <a href="https://edge.prnewswire.com/c/link/?t=0&l=en&o=4680426-1&h=183540779&u=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.sandals.com%2F&a=Sandals+Resorts">Sandals Resorts</a> partnered with the Jamaica Tourist Board to bring the island to life at this year's New Orleans Jazz & Heritage Festival.</p>
Why the bucket list is getting in the way of meaningful adventure2026-05-08T20:17:29+01:002026-05-08T20:17:29+01:00https://2020.thephoenixnewspaper.com/why-the-bucket-list-is-getting-in-the-way-of-meaningful-adventureSuper User<p><img src="https://thephoenixnewspaper.com/images/11download1.jpg" /></p><p><a href="https://www.jacadatravel.com/">Jacada Travel</a>, a leader in positive impact luxury travel, identifies a behavioural shift among high-net-worth individuals in how they approach their trips.</p>
<p><img src="https://thephoenixnewspaper.com/images/11download1.jpg" /></p><p><a href="https://www.jacadatravel.com/">Jacada Travel</a>, a leader in positive impact luxury travel, identifies a behavioural shift among high-net-worth individuals in how they approach their trips.</p>
Sealink highlights Australia’s top whale watching destinations for 20262026-05-04T17:56:47+01:002026-05-04T17:56:47+01:00https://2020.thephoenixnewspaper.com/sealink-highlights-australias-top-whale-watching-destinations-for-2026Super User<p><img src="https://thephoenixnewspaper.com/images/HOL_-_Sealink_highlights_Australias_top_whale_watching_destinations_for_2026-22.jpg" /></p><p>Each year, tens of thousands of humpback whales travel up to 10,000 kilometres along Australia’s coastline in one of the world’s most remarkable wildlife migrations.</p>
<p><img src="https://thephoenixnewspaper.com/images/HOL_-_Sealink_highlights_Australias_top_whale_watching_destinations_for_2026-22.jpg" /></p><p>Each year, tens of thousands of humpback whales travel up to 10,000 kilometres along Australia’s coastline in one of the world’s most remarkable wildlife migrations.</p>
Palma De Mallorca takes centre stage in Mallorca's new way of St James2026-05-03T21:20:09+01:002026-05-03T21:20:09+01:00https://2020.thephoenixnewspaper.com/palma-de-mallorca-takes-centre-stage-in-mallorca-s-new-way-of-st-jamesSuper User<p><img src="https://thephoenixnewspaper.com/images/HOL1_-_Palma_De_Mallorca_takes_centre_stage_in_Mallorcas_new_way_of_St_James1.jpg" /></p><p>Palma de Mallorca is taking centre stage of a new chapter in one of the world's most iconic pilgrimages, the way of St James or ‘El Camino de Santiago’ which sees would-be-pilgrims flock to Spain from all over the world.</p>
<p><img src="https://thephoenixnewspaper.com/images/HOL1_-_Palma_De_Mallorca_takes_centre_stage_in_Mallorcas_new_way_of_St_James1.jpg" /></p><p>Palma de Mallorca is taking centre stage of a new chapter in one of the world's most iconic pilgrimages, the way of St James or ‘El Camino de Santiago’ which sees would-be-pilgrims flock to Spain from all over the world.</p>