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A travel blogger who documents her holidays has said that airlines “should do more” for plus sized people after going viral on social media. Kirsty Leanne – who founded plussizetraveltoo – an online resource that helps people with larger bodies to travel the world – has a whopping 24,000 Instagram followers, @kirstyleannetravels , and 50,000 TikTok followers, @kirstyleannetravels . She loves to share the tips and tricks she’s learned on her trips to help “plus size babes travel the world with confidence.” Her hacks include everything from getting a seat belt extender on planes to finding the best seats with extra leg room. But, Kirsty recently went viral for calling out the travel industry and claiming that airlines need to do more to help plus sized people travel comfortably. In a TikTok video, the 29-year-old showed her flight from London Stansted Airport to Hamburg, Germany with Ryanair. The clip garnered 1.9million views and over 6,000 followers. She captioned … [Read more...] about Travel influencer says airlines ‘should do more’ for plus size passengers

Mexican firms have revealed a surge in interest from Brits (Image: Getty) Discover the best city breaks, beach holidays, cruises and UK travel spots by signing up SUBSCRIBE Invalid email We use your sign-up to provide content in ways you've consented to and to improve our understanding of you. This may include adverts from us and 3rd parties based on our understanding. You can unsubscribe at any time. More info Resorts around Tulum and Cancun have been popular with American tourists for decades. But with international flights resuming, and EU rules meaning many Brits will have to apply for permits to live in Spain, many are opting for similar weather without the hassle, according to property expert Shaheen Lambert. Related articles Flight attendant shares ‘life-changing’ packing tip Spain extends Covid rules - Britons should check documents The CEO of property broker Zisla - which specialises in selling holiday and retirement … [Read more...] about Costa living! Expats shun Spain for Mexico as EU red-tape turns them off

Flight attendant gives examples of what not to do on an aircraft Discover the best city breaks, beach holidays, cruises and UK travel spots by signing up SUBSCRIBE Invalid email We use your sign-up to provide content in ways you've consented to and to improve our understanding of you. This may include adverts from us and 3rd parties based on our understanding. You can unsubscribe at any time. More info Flight attendant Cierra Mistt has a whopping three million followers on TikTok. With these fellow travel enthusiasts she shares her top insider tips when it comes to flying. Here's how to get upgraded on your next flight, according to an expert. Related articles Flight attendant explains 'how to ask' for free upgrade - 'I'd give' Suitcase packing: The 'folding' method to 'carry more' in your bag @cierra_mist began: "Here's how to get free upgrades to First Class." Describing the method as "low key", she … [Read more...] about Flight attendant shares how to get free upgrade to First Class – ‘not many people know’

A mum has revealed that she often books herself business class flights while leaving her children in economy seats. A woman who was friends with the parent claimed she almost “fell off [her] chair” when she realised the arrangement after posting the details in an Australian Facebook group. She explained that her pal left her primary aged children in the cheaper economy section while she flew in luxury in the business class zone. Facebook users were divided in their opinions on the matter, reports travel site Escape. The woman wrote: "I just found out my friend flies business class with her (primary school) kids as unaccompanied minors in economy. "Nearly fell off my chair as it had never occurred to me not to be sitting with them, making sure they're okay through takeoffs, turbulence, general supervision etc through a long flight." She continued: "I figure we either all fly business or all economy. "But maybe I'm too helicopter? Is this a common thing I just never … [Read more...] about Mum branded ‘selfish’ for leaving kids in economy while she flies business class

A duo of TikTok creators have divided opinion with their “travel hack” that claims to trick airlines into letting you bring more luggage onto the plane. The social media users, @claireandpeter , went viral after posting a video of themselves walking around an airport. In the clip they walked down the airport escalator, into the holding area and then onto their plane. They both carried their one piece of allowed cabin baggage, but they also took with them two plastic bags from Doughnut brand Krispy Kreme. In the bags were four boxes each which usually contain a dozen doughnuts, but as Claire and Peter explained this wasn’t what they used them for. The pair added an over voice to the video which said: “Airlines don’t want you to know this travel hack. “If you pack in Krispy Kreme donut boxes you can have up to four carry ons for free.” While their caption noted: “Ryanair is punching air rn.” It looks like that the trick relies upon the fact that holidaymakers can take … [Read more...] about TikTok hack tricks airlines into allowing free extra bags using Krispy Kreme boxes

Holidays are back and for the first time in two years, Brits have more choice than ever when it comes to getaways. While UK holidays reigned supreme last summer due to ongoing Covid travel rules and lockdowns, this year there are plenty of hotspots abroad welcoming back Brits including Spain , Turkey , France , Greece and Portugal are once again open to Brits. Although UK travellers are splurging on revenge holidays to make up for lost time, if you're after holiday deals then it's worth comparing both staycations and trips abroad. But which is cheaper? After all, UK holidays saw a surge in popularity in recent years - meaning price hikes in destinations like the Lake District, Cornwall and Devon. However, the travel industry took a hit due to restrictions so there may be similar rates when it comes to going abroad; Ryanair's Michael O'Leary has already warned of rising flight costs . Still, the good news is that there are bargains to be found on both sides. We've … [Read more...] about Are UK holidays cheaper than holidays abroad this summer? We compare the costs

U.S. President Joe Biden boards Air Force One at Delaware Air National Guard Base, in New Castle, Delaware, U.S., April 25, 2022. REUTERS WASHINGTON — US President Joe Biden will travel to South Korea and Japan in May, the White House announced Wednesday, paying a visit to two of Washington’s main Asian allies amid tensions with rival China and regional foe North Korea. During the May 20-24 trip, Biden will meet the leaders of the two countries with the aim of advancing his “administration’s rock-solid commitment to a free and open Indo-Pacific and to US treaty alliances with the Republic of Korea and Japan,” Press Secretary Jen Psaki said in a statement. In Tokyo, Biden will also meet with the leaders of the Quad grouping which additionally includes Australia, Japan and India, and is seen as a bulwark against an increasingly assertive China. The Biden administration has repeatedly characterized the Asia-Pacific region, and particularly the rise of communist China, as the … [Read more...] about Biden to travel to South Korea and Japan in May, White House says

Rip Off Britain: Simon Calder issues advice about passports Discover the best city breaks, beach holidays, cruises and UK travel spots by signing up SUBSCRIBE Invalid email We use your sign-up to provide content in ways you've consented to and to improve our understanding of you. This may include adverts from us and 3rd parties based on our understanding. You can unsubscribe at any time. More info Since pandemic restrictions were lifted, many tourists are eager to head off on a cruise holiday . But some cliches have put Britons off a cruise trip. Related articles Flight attendant explains 'how to ask' for free upgrade - 'I'd give' Suitcase packing: The 'folding' method to 'carry more' in your bag A survey conducted by cruise.co.uk exposed some of the common misconceptions that Britons think about cruise holidays. The most common mistaken belief was that cruises were “only for retired people” which 46 percent … [Read more...] about Cruise holidays: ‘Tired clichés’ exposed – from prices to seasickness

A RYANAIR passenger refused to move when a woman with a young baby asked if he'd switch seats with her husband - and it has divided opinion. Reddit user u/aerdnaras had picked and paid for the middle seat in a row for a two-hour flight and was sat next to a woman with her baby. He explained that as soon as he sat down, the woman asked him if he'd move to the back of the plane to switch seats with her husband - to which he said no. He wrote: " I bought my seat on row 4B which is in the middle, it may sound odd to buy a middle, but I wanted it to be as closer to the exit as possible and there were no other seats available. "The flight was landing on a minor secondary airport which has limited train connections so if I wanted to catch the best train, I'd have to run outside the plane and do passport control ASAP. "If I missed that train, [the] other option was to wait an hour and a half, or get a $70 cab - so that's why I paid for that seat." Read more plane … [Read more...] about Ryanair passenger refuses to move seats for mum with young baby – and people are divided

BRITS heading to Spain have been warned of soaring temperatures, with part of the country expected to hit 42C. Spain's meteorological agency AEMET has warned tourists to be careful and aware of "unusually" high temperatures over the next few days. Parts of the south of Spain and Ebro are expected to hit the highest temperatures, while the Balearic Islands will soar past 35C. Daytime temperatures will remain around the mid-30s throughout the week. The heat will begin to build from tomorrow in Spain and will continue to climb until Saturday. The scorching temperatures will also see some very warm nights, not dropping below 20C. Read more on travel HOL-D ON Warning as Brits face having Spain holidays ruined by new crackdown across resorts PARTY'S OVER Spain holiday warning - Brits face fines up to £250k across Majorca & Ibiza Friday and Saturday will be the hottest days, with the temperature finally … [Read more...] about Urgent holiday warning as Brits heading to Spain face 42C heat blast this week