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Stansted Airport impressions – 2026 edition
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Stansted Airport impressions – 2026 edition

At Stansted Airport, a wheelchair-friendly journey can still involve a few surprises. From choosing the right short-stay parking to navigating security, lifts and boarding assistance, this honest account shares what worked, what did not, and the essential check-in step mobility-device users should not miss before travelling.

by Ben Lloyd•September 9, 2026September 9, 2026•0
Stansted Airport hotels and parking: The best options explained
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Stansted Airport hotels and parking: The best options explained

Flying from Stansted? Compare the best airport hotels, official parking, Purple Parking, Maple Manor and I Love Meet and Greet. We explain which hotels are genuinely walkable, how to use the free long-stay shuttle from Novotel, and why official medium-stay parking is often worth paying more for.

by Ben Lloyd•August 17, 2026August 16, 2026•0
Best Premier Inn hotels in England: 10 budget stays worth booking
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Best Premier Inn hotels in England: 10 budget stays worth booking

Premier Inn is the UK’s dependable budget chain, and these ten hotels show exactly why. From Heathrow and Gatwick stopovers to central London hubs and handy city bases, this guide picks the best Premier Inn hotel options in England for travellers who want value, location and no-nonsense comfort.

by Ben Lloyd•August 5, 2026August 5, 2026•0
London dark tourism: five of the weirdest deaths in the capital
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London dark tourism: five of the weirdest deaths in the capital

London dark tourism gets gloriously weird in this tour of five of the capital’s strangest deaths. From the Baker’s Maid at Pudding Lane to the Great Beer Flood, a Soho choking, Britain’s first pedestrian fatality and a coffin-related tragedy in Kensal Green, this article maps London’s most bizarre dark history.

by Ben Lloyd•July 24, 2026July 23, 2026•0
London unlocked this autumn: Save on Thistle Hotels (including Heathrow Terminal 5)
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London unlocked this autumn: Save on Thistle Hotels (including Heathrow Terminal 5)

Discover Thistle’s Autumn Sale, including the thistle london heathrow terminal 5 hotel. Save up to 30% on flexible rates, with one-night stays available at Heathrow Terminal 5 and Luton Airport. It’s a smart, money-saving choice for early flights, late arrivals, or a stress-free pre-airport stopover this autumn.

by Ben Lloyd•July 15, 2026July 15, 2026•0
Best hotels near Waterloo Station London (2026 Guide)
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Best hotels near Waterloo Station London (2026 Guide)

Planning a stay in London near Waterloo? Whether you’re heading out on a cruise from Southampton or just exploring the city, we’ve rounded up the best hotels near Waterloo station — from cheap and cheerful budget picks to spectacular riverside luxury. There’s something here for every budget and every type of traveller.

by Ben Lloyd•June 30, 2026June 27, 2026•0
Solar eclipse cruise 2026: Ambassador’s bargain sailing with up to 20% off and half-price drinks
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Solar eclipse cruise 2026: Ambassador’s bargain sailing with up to 20% off and half-price drinks

Ambassador’s solar eclipse cruise 2026 is a bargain for over-50s, with up 10% off, half-price drinks and a rare Dundee sailing built around the eclipse. But in this article we show you how to double your discount to score 20% off a unique solar eclipse cruise this August.

by Ben Lloyd•June 23, 2026June 23, 2026•0
Hotels near Victoria Coach Station: the best places to stay
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Hotels near Victoria Coach Station: the best places to stay

Discover the best hotels near Victoria Coach Station, from luxury London stays to cheap budget picks. Perfect for cruise passengers, this guide explains why Victoria is such a smart base before or after your voyage, with transport tips, hotel recommendations and FAQs to help you choose the right stay.

by Ben Lloyd•June 19, 2026July 7, 2026•0
Sure Parking Gatwick review: Meet and greet without the car park fee
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Sure Parking Gatwick review: Meet and greet without the car park fee

We tried Sure Parking Gatwick through Airport Park With Us and paid just £75 plus a £1 booking fee for 18 days. The Blue Badge exemption let us meet the team outside the terminal and avoid Gatwick’s short stay charge legally.

by Ben Lloyd•May 20, 2026May 23, 2026•0
Walkable sights from Southampton cruise terminals
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Walkable sights from Southampton cruise terminals

Sightseeing walking distance Southampton port is possible if you know where to look – there are … Walkable sights from Southampton cruise terminalsRead more

by Ben Lloyd•May 12, 2026May 23, 2026•0

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