By Gemma Francis Business travellers admit work trips are fun and more enjoyable than they may let on, a study has found. A poll of 1,000 people who travel for work found that despite many complaining work trips aren’t as glamourous as they seem, one in three consider the getaways to be ‘fun’. And two thirds admit they …

Former supermodel and petrolhead Jodie Kidd is set to launch the first ever nationwide live treasure hunt – for a CAR. The TV presenter was on hand this morning to provide fans with the first clue to the car’s secret location – a trumpet. Those that correctly guess the iconic location of the VW Golf, hidden in plain …

Losing your sense of humour, bingeing on comfort food and being unable to sleep through the night are all signs you need a holiday, according to a new study. Getting more angry than usual when held up in a queue, losing your temper with colleagues or clients at work and hitting the snooze button more than usual are …

Virgin Holidays has become the first holiday company to abolish stealth hotel charges for single parent families to a string of long-haul destinations. Traditionally, single mums or dads who book rooms abroad are forced to pay prices based on two adults sharing. But from October 1st, single parent holidaymakers travelling with Virgin could save hundreds of pounds on …

— WITH PICTURES By Doug Shields An airline has become the first in the world to create an in-flight ‘mood food’ menu guaranteed to take the stress out of flying. The cuisine is the brainchild of top food psychologist professor Charles Spence – the man behind Heston Blumenthal’s science-inspired dishes at The Fat Duck. The vibrant selection of …

by Gemma Francis Waiting around for your other half causes 30 arguments a year, a survey has found. Millions admitted to regularly falling out with their partner because a lack of organisation and leaving things to the last minute means they are often left hanging around for their other half. And it’s usually women who are to blame …

By Emma Elsworthy Millions of British holidaymakers are replacing postcards with ‘boastcards’, according to research. Seven in 10 people admitted they no longer send or receive the traditional paper postcards, preferring to share holiday memories online instead. And 90 per cent of adults said the only reason they post on social media while on holiday is to boast …

It’s official – men have a last-minute rush before a holiday while women are more organised, a survey has found. A poll of 2,000 adults revealed the age-old stereotype of men leaving things to the last minute is true, with guys admitting to starting their holiday preparation as late as possible. The average woman starts their packing for …

“Are we nearly there yet?” will be asked three times during the average family road trip – with the first grumble coming in after just 29 minutes. The typical journey lasting over 60 minutes will also include two tantrums, one of which rears its head after 27 minutes. “I’m bored” will be uttered twice, and parents will need …

– WITH PICTURES AND VIDEO These nostalgic images provide a trip down memory lane – charting the history of Britain’s most famous coach company. National Express turns 45 this year, and to celebrate the company has raided the archives and dug out a string of old photographs and marketing material. The rare, previously unseen images, one of which …