Tourism chiefs call for extra UK Bank Holiday in September to help attractions

Tourism chiefs are calling for an additional day off in September in a bid to boost visitor numbers to attractions hard hit by the pandemic. Attractions such as museums, theme parks, galleries and stately home struggled in 2020 as coronavirus restrictions forced them to close overnight. Tightening restrictions, a sharp fall in foreign visitors and … Read more

Tourism chiefs call for extra Bank Holiday to help hard-hit theme parks, museums and attractions

Tourism chiefs are calling for an additional day off in September in a bid to boost visitor numbers to attractions hard hit by the pandemic. Attractions such as museums, theme parks, galleries and stately home struggled in 2020 as coronavirus restrictions forced them to close overnight. Tightening restrictions, a sharp fall in foreign visitors and … Read more

From Amy Winehouse to Elton John and Elvis Costello & The Attractions: Box sets of the year 

From the Amy Winehouse collection to Elton John’s favourite album tracks and Elvis Costello & The Attractions, the best box sets of the year By Tim De Lisle for Event Magazine Published: 22:01 GMT, 14 November 2020 | Updated: 22:01 GMT, 14 November 2020 Christmas is coming: the discs are getting fat. A musical box … Read more

Which? ranks the UK’s 50 most-visited historical attractions and Royal Yacht Britannia is top

The Royal Yacht Britannia has been rated the UK’s favourite historical attraction, according to a new Which? survey. The Queen’s former yacht, permanently moored on the waters of Leith in Edinburgh, came out on top when members of the consumer organisation were asked to rate the UK’s 50 most visited historical attractions on criteria including … Read more

Britain’s best attractions for a rainy day, from inland surfing to gin tasting

Making a splash when it’s raining: Britain’s best attractions for when the beach is not an option, from inland surfing to gin tasting The Wave, Bristol’s inland surfing lake, is suitable for beginners and experts alike Explore Kents Cavern, Torquay, a labyrinth of caves formed 2.5 million years ago  The Bombay Sapphire Distillery Tour in Hampshire … Read more

Scottish barber reopens at midnight as pubs, cinemas and attractions welcome customers

Lockdown measures are being eased to get Scotland back into business today, with pubs, restaurants, hair salons and tourist attractions all set to reopen. Strict social distancing and hygiene measures are in place from today as Scots enter the third phase of Scottish Government’s route map out of lockdown.   Scotland’s First Minister Nicola Sturgeon urged … Read more

Danny Wallace and Trainline reveal Europe’s 30 most underrated tourist attractions

Pastimes Museum, Rossiglione Italy The collection of items and artefacts found here date back to a simpler time. It’s a treasure trove of rare and unique pieces from history – board games, black-and-white televisions, mopeds, typewriters, graffiti and even a carousel are on display. Solo Per Due, Rieti, Italy Get a table at the smallest … Read more

TripAdvisor reveals its most booked attractions of 2019 with Rome’s Colosseum No.1

TripAdvisor reveals its most booked attractions of 2019: The Colosseum is No.1 followed by the Louvre, the Vatican Museums and Lady Liberty, with the Tower of London top in the UK The list was produced following analysis of the site’s 250,000 bookable tours  Other popular attractions include the Statue of Liberty and the Eiffel Tower  … Read more

The UK tourist attractions you can visit virtually, from the Lake District to Buckingham Palace

A nationwide lockdown doesn’t have to mean missing out on the UK’s top tourist attractions. That’s because many have incredible webcams and virtual tours on their websites, which means you can explore them from the comfort of your living room. Here MailOnline Travel reveals 22 amazing online tours and webcams for royal residences, museums and … Read more