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A pretty capital city is one of the best in Europe but has hardly any tourists. Skopje in North Macedonia has been named among Europe’s top weekend getaway destinations by Slot.Day. The game review site analysed the highly rated nightlife establishments listed on TripAdvisor versus the cost of accommodation for two. North Macedonia’s capital is also the cheapest city to visit with an average cost of €38 per person for a weekend in a hotel. The research found that Skopje has 20 nightlife establishments that are rated four or five stars. Skopje has lots of Ottoman and Byzantine-era sights in ... Read more

“When in Rome,” is a common phrase which is important to keep in mind when travelling. In basic terms that means visitors to somewhere new should try and fit in with the traditions and customs of locals and, most importantly, do their utmost not to offend. Sadly some tourists have made a bad name for others – and it’s meant that hotspots have had to enforce rules just to keep the peace. But sometimes they seem, how shall we say it, odd – many covered in a rundown by Euronew.travel. Here we take a look at some of the most ... Read more

A European city has been earmarked among some of the cheapest destinations to visit for a 2024 holiday. Portugal’s capital, Lisbon, has long been a popular tourist trap. But with a cost of living crunch hitting purses and wallets harder than before, people who can afford an overseas holiday are looking for places that won’t break the bank. Lisbon has been named as one of the best value destinations for next year – with a pint of beer costing the equivalent to £2.50. A hearty evening meal is predicted to cost around £14, and a nice cup of coffee will ... Read more

The UK might seem more expensive than ever but it’s not home to the world’s priciest city, according to a new study from the Economist Intelligence Unit. In its Worldwide Cost of Living Index, the team looked at prices and inflation in cities around the globe to find the world’s most expensive. This year’s index found that prices had risen by an average of 7.4 percent year on year in local currency terms for over 200 common goods and services. Although that’s lower than last year’s record 8.1 percent increase, it’s still significantly higher than scores between 2017 and 2021. ... Read more

Adults who travel for Christmas will rack up more than 700 miles over the festive period, a study has found. A poll of 2,000 adults, who celebrate the holiday, found the merry mileage is made up of 43 miles for present shopping trips, and around 122 miles to visit family. An average of almost 50 miles is accounted for with trips to admire Christmas lights, while visits to Christmas markets see an average of 44 miles covered – and excursions to the theatre see nearly 61 miles travelled. It also emerged 19 percent reckon they cover more miles across the ... Read more

Planning a holiday? One of southern France’s prettiest cities has just been crowned one of the continent’s most walkable. The expert team at Preply analysed some of Europe’s most popular holiday destinations to find the most pedestrian friendly. Nice, a gorgeous city on the French Riviera, came in the top 10 on the list. Known for its pretty Old Town, stylish beaches and artistic former residents, Nice is a fantastic city break destination. Nice’s city centre is fairly compact, making it a fantastic destination for tourists who want to explore on foot. Its picturesque Old Town is almost completely pedestrianised. ... Read more

The post-holiday glow lasts just four-and-a-half days after returning home, research has found. A poll of 2,000 travellers found 22 percent feel a sense of happiness when they arrive through their front door. And more than a third (36 percent) admit things which annoyed them prior to their trip, no longer bother them. However, two-thirds (68 percent) say this feeling soon fades when faced with the prospect of household chores, going back to work – and having to cook dinner again. Cooking is a particular frustration for 19 percent, who claim this is the chore they hate most – having ... Read more

The Northern Lights are a stunning natural phenomenon that tourists from around the world travel in their droves to tick off the bucket list experience. In 2022, a poll commissioned by Audley Travel, 2,088 British adults were asked about the activity they would most like to do abroad during their lifetime, with most citing the colourful sensation. Also known as aurora borealis, the natural occurrence can occasionally be spotted in parts of the UK, but is most commonly witnessed in Iceland, Norway, Finland, Alaska and parts of Canada. In line with this popular attraction, many package holiday and travel operators ... Read more

Ever wondered what happens to your luggage after you check it in at the airport? One curious influencer decided to find out by placing a hidden camera inside his luggage. But things didn’t quite go according to plan. The passenger, content creator Kaz Sawyer, came up with the clever idea of recording the full journey of his suitcase, from the check-in desk to the luggage belt in arrivals. He put a hidden camera in his case at Denver International Airport and eagerly awaited the results. But Sawyer was sorely disappointed to discover that security had spotted the camera and turned ... Read more

There are fears the shortage could drive vulnerable boys towards dangerous misogynist male role models found on the internet. With the majority of teaching assistants and lunchtime staff also female, many primary schools are staffed almost entirely by women. Latest Department for Education figures reveal in England’s 16,755 primary schools there are 3,190 with no male teachers, with 638 having just one part-time male teacher. With 280 children in the average primary school it means more than a million children attend a primary school without a single full-time male teacher. The local authorities with the largest number of such schools ... Read more