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I've been fortunate enough to travel the globe as part of my work, reviewing hotels, exploring natural wonders and writing about top holiday destinations. I believe I've mastered the art of packing light and neatly, thanks to a few key purchases that I now can't travel without.

The summer holidays may be in full swing but there’s still time to find the perfect getaway — and Tenerife has something for everyone, as we discovered on a trip taking in the highlights of this popular Canary Island. If you’re looking for a holiday that involves lots of relaxing at the poolside with a good book and a cocktail in hand, Tivoli’s recently refurbished La Caleta Tenerife Resort is the perfect place to do exactly that.

A young couple has raised the stakes in the notorious holiday sunbed war by creeping down to their hotel pool at 1am. Aimee Millar, 20, hailing from near Belfast, found herself leaving her room in the wee hours after noticing rival holidaymakers were bagging the best spots under cover of darkness. "In the hotel we stayed at, if we didn't get those certain sunbeds we would've had to pay €7.50 (£6) each for a bed," Aimee shared with Luxury Travel Daily.

The family of a British doctor who vanished while walking in bad weather conditions on holiday, believe his Apple account may hold the clues to finding him.Tom Doherty was last in contact with his family five days ago, on Tuesday, August 8, after going hiking near Col d'Escots in the French Pyrenees.The 67-year-old, from St Albans, sent worrying messages to his family WhatsApp chat, at around 7.07pm, asking for help and saying that he had fallen and could not move. His daughter, Rachel Doherty, told the PA new agency he was in a mountainous area, she said: "He was sending us a few pictures of the scenery and then on Tuesday afternoon sent us one of clouds coming over the top of a mountain.

For many, holidays to Croatia are about sun, sea and relaxing (or perhaps partying, but also about food. Fresh, locally sourced produce is abundant all along this country's stunning coastline, so it’s easy to see why so many great restaurants can be found at some of the most popular holiday hot spots. We pick five of the best to look out for on your next trip to the Adriatic.

If you're thinking of sprucing up your luggage collection before your next getaway, luxury suitcase brand Antler is offering some serious savings in their summer sale.They're currently slashing prices by up to 40% on hand luggage bags, including a whopping £66 off the popular Clifton Cabin Bag.This bag fits perfectly as cabin luggage on a Jet2 flight and can also be used as a 'large cabin bag' for Ryanair and EasyJet.The Clifton Cabin Pocket suitcase in Sage, originally priced at £220, is now available for just £154 - a massive saving! It's also available in Navy and Woodland Green, but do note that discount prices may vary depending on your choice of suitcase features and colour. Jet2's hand luggage size requirements stipulate that your cabin bag must be smaller than 56cm x 45cm x 25cm.The Clifton cabin bag is an ideal fit, measuring in at 56 x 35 x 23cm, reports the Mirror.

We took a short hop to southwestern France for an altogether more sophisticated take on the typical boozy weekend break. No bar crawls and crazy cocktails here – when we experienced the beautiful town of Cognac it was all about its world-famous spirit, first-class wines and some of the best cuisine in the world.

Ibiza may be known for attracting party-loving Brits and nocturnal raves, but OK! managed to find the perfect blend of excitement and luxury during our visit to The White Isle. We headed to the epicentre of wild nights, San Antonio - which houses a vibrant strip, eclectic bars and Wayne Lineker’s famous O Beach.

Sandals Saint Vincent and the Grenadines may have only opened in April this year, but this stunning adults-only, all-inclusive resort is already a firm favourite with lovers of the Caribbean. Nestled in the most unique setting in its own natural cove, not far from the famous volcano La Soufrière (you can organise a hike through the rainforest to explore the crater if you’re feeling adventurous), it’s surrounded by lush, green mountains cascading down to the sea and framed by crystal white sands - it’s no surprise that we saw couples enjoying romantic evening meals there at sunset.

If you’ve ever found yourself on a holiday where one of you wants nothing more than to lie by the pool while other members of your family are itching to be doing something at all times, then Neilson’s Alana Beach Club in Croatia should be top of your holiday hit list. Situated on the Adriatic Sea’s beautiful coastline, with the impressive mountains of Paklenica National Park behind it, this is a resort that will please everyone from sunbathers to adrenaline junkies.

Amanda Holden is no stranger to a bikini picture and fans are delighted to have been treated to more "perfect" snaps of the presenter and Britain's Got Talent judge.The mum-of-two is currently enjoying a family holiday in Corfu, Greece, and has posed for pictures in the sunny location with her daughters, Lexi, 18 and Hollie, 12, who she shares with husband Chris Hughes. She has posted a selection of holiday pictures to her 2.3 million followers on Instagram, including a couple of her lounging around in a new Elizabeth Hurley Beach bikini set on a boat.The 53-year-old captioned her post: "Summertime" and tagged her location as "heaven on earth." Commenting on her stunning looks, one fan said: "Are you for real!!?! Nobody should have the right to look THAT good!!!!! You’re amazing, Mandy…" Another added: "You are perfection Amanda (heart eye emojis)." While a third commented: "Perfection on toast!" And someone else said: "You’re so beautiful and so incredibly toned." Amanda's oldest daughter, Lexi, also posted pictures to her Instagram page, enjoying a dip in the sea while on the boat trip with her mum.The 18-year-old is often been compared to Amanda, with fans claiming that Lexi is the "double" of her mum.

Antler's "perfect" backpack that can be attached to a suitcase is currently included in Antler's major summer sale, with a discount of more than £40.The Chelsea Backpack in Sage is now reduced to £98 on the Antler website, down from its original price of £140 saving you £42.The bag has been called "smart" and "streamlined" by shoppers, and has a handy sleeve on the back that fits over a suitcase handle and saves you from carrying it.This makes it an ideal choice for those who commute for work regularly or frequently travel and need a smart everyday bag.The Chelsea Backpack also has a front zipped pocket to safely store essentials to hand, a 16.5" laptop pocket, and an elasticated side pocket to tuck your water bottle into. But it's not just about practicality, as the bag is also stylish enough to be used every day.

There's tons to think about when heading off on your holidays, but one crucial element that's often neglected is exactly what to stash in your hand luggage for a smooth flight experience. If you are prepping for a getaway and want your travel to be as effortless as possible, Millie Mackintosh's dreamy compilation of "in-flight essentials" is about to become your new favourite thing.

A few years back, I thought I'd hit the jackpot when I scored £50 return flights from Liverpool Airport to Barcelona with a carry-on case. I had diligently checked the baggage dimension rules and packed my items, thinking everything was in order - only to realise I'd made a beginner's mistake. Although my cabin case was within the specified dimensions, I hadn't taken into account that the wheels and handle were included in these measurements.

If you're searching for a way to avoid lengthy airport baggage checks and say goodbye to cumbersome carry-ons, we've found a Ryanair-approved rucksack that could be the answer. Back in stock this week, it's a travel essential for any upcoming trips.

Ryanair customers have been venting their frustrations on X (formerly Twitter), bashing the budget airline's "disgusting" hand luggage limits. As more innocent travellers fall foul at the boarding gate due to having too large cabin bags, many are swearing off the airline completely after being hit with additional charges for their bags failing to comply with the company's ultra-strict dimensions.

When it comes to holiday packing, we all crave more space. Whether you're an over-packer or just cautious about exceeding your luggage weight limit, deciding what's essential and what can be left behind is often a major stressor.

Jet2 and EasyJet passengers are being reminded to pay attention to a lesser-known rule that applies to all 'wheeled and handled' bags. Each airline has its own rules regarding the hand luggage passengers can bring on board and the type of suitcases that can be checked in.

Taking a holiday is a real treat for the mind, body and soul, but nowadays it can be hard to find a getaway that doesn’t break the bank. It can be done, though.The Romanian capital, Bucharest, is perfect for a cost-effective mini-break, whether you’re craving the tranquillity of time spent in a spa or the adventure of exploring a new city. We booked our weekend trip through TUI, taking a three-and-a-half-hour flight from London.

If you're on the hunt for your next signature scent but don't want to commit to a full-size bottle just yet, fragrance discovery sets are your go-to solution – and we've stumbled upon an absolute gem that's got beauty lovers buzzing. Cool British fragrance brand Floral Street has just dropped its Fragrance Discover Wardrobe for £30, offering perfume lovers the chance to sample all 12 of their distinctive eau de parfums in handy 2ml sizes.

Although Anguilla is just 16 miles long and three miles wide, it has more than 30 beaches and over a hundred restaurants, so if you like powdery sand, turquoise sea and quality cuisine, you’re guaranteed to fall in love with the island as quickly as we did.The vibe is very laid-back, with the focus firmly on fine food and relaxation rather than partying – although that’s not to say there’s a shortage of tasty rum cocktails. Our blissful days here were filled with swimming, snorkelling and wonderful al fresco meals, both by the sea and further inland.