Expert reveals the perfect Spanish drives for those who prefer their travel with a side of fresh air Key Points: With the summer travel season fast approaching, a time when convertible rentals usually trend across Europe, more tourists will be trading city-hopping for open-road adventures. Spain, with its stunning coastlines, mountains, historic villages, and vineyards, offers some of Europe’s most rewarding road trip experiences, especially with the top down. “The magic of exploring Spain by car is that you experience the country with all your senses,” says Javier Sobrino, Founder of Descubriendo Viajes, a Spanish travel platform specialising in curated…
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Sam Allcock is a seasoned business and lifestyle writer based in the UK, with over 15 years of experience as a digital entrepreneur. Passionate about innovation, entrepreneurship, and industry trends, Sam has built a reputation for delivering insightful content that informs and inspires. His expertise spans a wide range of topics, from emerging business strategies to personal development and consumer trends. As a thought leader in the digital space, Sam combines sharp analysis with engaging storytelling to keep readers ahead of the curve. Whether covering market shifts or lifestyle insights, his work reflects a deep understanding of modern business dynamics.
Dreaming of saying “I do” somewhere unforgettable? A new study has revealed the most sought-after wedding destinations for 2025. With the global wedding services market valued at a staggering $899.6 billion and projected to reach $1.13 trillion by 2030, it’s no wonder couples are going all out for their big day. From a desert under the stars to an island straight out of Mamma Mia!, destination weddings experts Destify have analysed global search interest and social media buzz across TikTok and Instagram to crown the hottest wedding locations of the year. 2025’s top 10 most in-demand unique wedding destinations RankDestinationAverage Global Monthly Search VolumesNumber of Instagram HashtagsNumber of TikTok HashtagsPopularity Score (/100)1Positano, Italy2,79072,41035,45593.52Atacama…
Smart job choices that could free you from the 9-to-5 decades sooner than your peers Key Points: Many Americans dream of retiring early, swapping decades of office life for the freedom to pursue passions and travel while still young enough to enjoy them. Yet for most, retirement before 65 seems like an unreachable goal, especially with rising living costs and economic uncertainty. This doesn’t have to be the case, according to Ana Peiris, Manager of Enrollments & Integration at Robertson College, a leading Canadian career-focused educational institution. “The path to early retirement isn’t just about saving aggressively, it starts with…
Simple booking strategy could slash hundreds off your festive travel costs Key Points: Planning a Christmas getaway while the sun’s still shining might seem bonkers, but one money expert reckons June could be your golden ticket to massive vacation savings. While most people are thinking about summer vacations, savvy travellers are already eyeing up December destinations – and there’s a very good reason why. The festive flight market follows predictable patterns that most passengers never cotton on to. Prices typically start climbing from September onwards, reaching eye-watering peaks by November when panic-booking sets in. But right now, in this sweet…
Japan’s tourism industry is thriving, with a record 40 million visitors expected in 2025. As more travellers explore the country’s spiritual heart, from centuries-old Shinto shrines to serene Buddhist temples, knowing how to respect local customs has become essential. Recent incidents, such as the disrespectful behaviour at Watatsumi Shrine in Tsushima City, have brought global attention to the importance of shrine etiquette. In response, experts at JR Pass have uncovered the most-searched shrines and temples in Japan and shared key etiquette tips to help visitors experience these sacred spaces with the reverence they deserve. Top shrines/temple recommendations Fushimi Inari Taisha, with 39,000 global monthly online searches, is…
Practical strategies to help new graduates stand out and earn more in today’s job market Key Points: The transition from college to career can be both exciting and overwhelming. With a degree in hand, graduates face the challenge of turning their academic achievements into professional success. While some graduates secure jobs before graduation, others find themselves navigating a competitive job market without a clear roadmap. In fact, according to a recent CBC report, graduates struggling to find jobs account for a large chunk of growing unemployment rates in Canada. And statistics show that even three years after graduating, over 8%…
Searches For “How To Travel With A Baby” Hit Two-Decade High. Study Lists America’s Top 20 Best Baby Travel Destinations This Summer – Five Are in Florida Parents are more overwhelmed than ever ahead of summer holidays. Going on a family trip with a baby for the first time is often an exhausting and costly lesson in how not to relax. Global searches for “how to travel with a baby” reached a two-decade high in February and March this year, with a 22.5% year-on-year increase from 2024. A new study reveals the most baby-friendly destinations within the US to try out this summer,…
UK government statistics show heart disease deaths have risen for the first time in 50 years, with 28% of adults now classified as obese. A recent study by Drug Testing Kits UK ranked 30 UK cities to determine the top ten where people take care of their health the most. The ranking is based on a Wellbeing Environment Score (WES) derived from eight metrics grouped into health baselines and wellness infrastructure. Data included smoking prevalence, physical activity, air quality, green space, and availability of healthy restaurants, gyms (double weight), and spas. Weighted metric scores were summed to generate final rankings out of 100. Findings summed up: City% of SmokersActive AdultsAir qualityWESManchester17%72%57100Belfast18%75%3398Plymouth16%60%5495Oxford7%72%4194Bristol15%76%4987Southampton14%67%4781Ipswich21%64%5378Leicester13%54%5175Northampton13%63%5673Glasgow25%68%3972 You…
Tim Beaver has been a passionate arable farmer for more than 20 years at Church Farm in South Lincolnshire. Proud to play their part in in producing food, the family’s enterprise is spread across 550ha, growing wheat, sugar beet, spring barley and now grapes in their new venture – The Rutland Vineyard. In a bid to bring an extra income stream and something more exciting to their existing acreage, as well as build more of a connection with the local community, the Beaver family planted 20,000 vines across seven acres back in 2021 and have since built a tasting barn…
Life insurance expert reveals surprising benefits that could transform your financial strategy Key Points: If you’re without life insurance, you’ve found yourself in the minority. According to recent statistics, 52% of Americans have some form of life coverage, suggesting a growing recognition of its importance in financial planning. Yet what many people outside this majority don’t realise is that term life insurance offers far more than just the standard death benefit most associate with these policies. “When people hear ‘term insurance,’ they often think it’s only valuable if you die during the term,” says Meredith Bell, life insurance expert at…