EasyJet is expanding its route network with a new twice-a-week flight to Luxor in Egypt, starting this November.

The services will depart Gatwick on Mondays and Wednesdays, offering a competitive fare for passengers heading to the region and its attractions, including the Valley of the Kings and Nile cruises.

The fare, £127.81 return including tax, looks set to tempt the number of visitors to the region; EasyJet already flies to another Egyptian hotspot, Sharm el-Sheikh from Gatwick, Luton and Manchester, and the new flight to Luxor (five hours flying time) will offer travellers another winter sun destination to escape to this winter. Read more

European Christmas markets are a great way to take a break before the fun of the festive season starts and stock up on some presents for loved ones.

Christmas shopping is not always everyone's idea of the best way to spend a weekend, but combining present buying with a trip to Europe can ease the pain. Read more

Nearly one-fifth of UK holidaymakers start suffering symptoms of post-holiday blues before they even get on their return flight home, research has suggested.

A study from Virgin Holidays also found that 75 per cent of travellers try and find smells that remind them of their holiday destination so going back to work is somewhat more easy going. Read more