West Jet

Canada calling

7th January 2026 By News Desk

WestJet, one of Canada’s largest airlines, has confirmed it is to return to Glasgow Airport in 2026 with the launch of direct services to Toronto. The inaugural flight to Toronto Pearson International airport will take off on May 15 with WestJet operating four services per week using one of its growing fleet of Boeing 737 […]

Traitors on tour…

Highland Coast Hotels has announced plans to launch new Traitors-inspired breaks in the far north of Scotland from spring 2026. Taking inspiration from the hit BBC TV series ‘The Traitors’ and new ‘Celebrity Traitors’, Highland Coast Hotels has devised a visitor itinerary that showcases the dramatic and rugged landscape of the north Highlands and the […]

Seeing the light

Arctic Kingdom has announced the launch of a Northern Lights Odyssey, a journey through some of Canada’s most breathtaking aurora-viewing destinations. Specially designed to fit ‘light adventurers’ itineraries, the eight-day trip blends authentic cultural experiences, northern comfort and spectacular aurora viewing in Iqaluit Nunavut and at Blachford Lodge in the Northwest Territories. The trek starts […]

A winter wonderland in Slovenia

Winter delivers some spectacular environments and scenery. And the seasonal trail unveiled by Untravelled Paths, a travel company committed to combining unique experiences with unusual destinations will take some beating. The launch of its brand-new offering, the Mini Winter Slovenia Experience, is a four-night itinerary showcasing the best of Slovenia’s alpine landscapes, cultural highlights, and […]

Breathtaking mountain escapes in Isere

Snow is falling in the French Alps and Isère’s ski resorts ready for action. France’s third largest mountain range is home to 21 ski resorts and 1,200 km of runs from big name resorts including Alpe d’Huez Grand Domaine Ski and Les 2 Alpes to smaller but equally impressive ski domains such as Les 7 […]

Geysers, Graceland and the Golden Gate

Escorted touring specialist Distant Journeys has launched its first ever US programme for 2026. From California’s golden coast to the musical Deep South and the wild beauty of America’s national parks, a choice of three very different tours are on offer. Whether you want to travel by horse-drawn wagon to acountry-style feast on a working […]

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