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22/10/2026

Did you know that France has more time zones than any other country in the world?

🕰️ As the UK clocks go back on Sunday 25th October 2026 at 2:00 am, this is a time-related fact that sounds completely unbelievable!

Metropolitan France only uses one standard time zone, but the French Republic extends far beyond Europe. When its overseas departments and other territories are included, France spans 12 time zones, one more than the USA and Russia, which each have 11.

France’s time zones stretch from French Polynesia at UTC−10 to Wallis and Futuna at UTC+12. According to Guinness World Records, seasonal clock changes can even bring France’s total to 13 for part of the year.

These places do not all have the same constitutional status or degree of autonomy. However, they remain under French sovereignty, and the five overseas departments are as constitutionally French as departments in metropolitan France.

So yes, France really does hold the world record for the most time zones! 🕰️

21/10/2026

🌎 ECUADOR: FROM THE ANDES TO THE AMAZON AND GALÁPAGOS ISLANDS

Imagine exploring colonial cities surrounded by volcanoes, discovering the traditions of indigenous communities, venturing into the Amazon rainforest and coming face to face with giant tortoises in the Galápagos Islands. All in one extraordinary journey through Ecuador!

This 14-night adventure begins in Quito, Ecuador's capital and a UNESCO World Heritage city, where you'll explore its historic centre and visit the famous Middle of the World monument on the equator.

Travel into the Andean highlands to discover Otavalo's colourful artisan market, the sacred Peguche waterfall and the volcanic crater lake of Cuicocha. Along the way, you'll explore the cloud forests of Mindo, encounter remarkable birdlife and discover how Ecuador's celebrated cacao is transformed into chocolate.

The scenery changes dramatically as you head into the Amazon for two nights at La Casa del Suizo, on the banks of the Napo River. Guided rainforest walks, encounters with local indigenous communities and a traditional wooden rafting experience offer a fascinating introduction to life in the jungle.

Back in the Andes, the journey continues through Cotopaxi National Park, the turquoise crater lake of Quilotoa and the waterfalls of Baños before heading west to the Galápagos Islands.

Here, four nights on Santa Cruz Island give you time to discover the wildlife that makes this archipelago so remarkable. Visit the Charles Darwin Research Station, explore Tortuga Bay, encounter sea lions and marine iguanas, and enjoy two yacht excursions to discover more of the islands' extraordinary landscapes and wildlife.

✈️ Return flights from London Heathrow, including luggage
🏨 14 nights' accommodation in hotels and an Amazon rainforest lodge
🍳 Breakfast included throughout, with additional meals as specified in the itinerary
🚐 Transfers and guided excursions, with English-speaking guides
🛩️ Domestic flights to the Galápagos Islands and onwards to Guayaquil
🐢 Galápagos wildlife excursions, including two yacht trips with lunch
🍫 Chocolate experiences, national park visits and cultural excursions

📅 Departure: 11th February 2027
💷 From £4,999 per person, based on four adults sharing two double rooms
💷 Total package price for four adults: £19,996

Additional compulsory Galápagos charges of US$220 per person apply, comprising the National Park entrance fee (US$200) and Transit Control Card (US$20), payable separately.

This is an active touring holiday with a varied programme of excursions, from high-altitude Andean landscapes to tropical rainforest and island exploration.

For further details or to discuss your Ecuador adventure, contact TravelLynStyle.
Package organised by Merlin Travel Group Ltd, ATOL 11770.

Prices are correct at the time of publication and subject to availability and change. Additional meals and personal expenses are not included unless specified.

20/10/2026

🧳 WHAT KIND OF HOLIDAY PACKER ARE YOU? 🦁

Lyon has been experimenting with three very different approaches to packing for his holidays, and he wants to know which one sounds most like you!

🧳 1. THE KITCHEN SINK PACKER
Two weeks away? Better pack enough for six! Three pairs of shoes for every occasion, clothes for every possible weather forecast and a suitcase that only closes if you sit on it.

👕 2. THE MILITARY PRECISION PACKER
Everything folded, rolled or tucked into its designated compartment. Not a centimetre of space wasted, and there's even room for souvenirs on the way home. Very satisfying!

🎒 3. THE MINIMALIST
A few essentials, one backpack and ready to go in five minutes. No luggage carousel, no excess baggage and absolutely no fuss!

Lyon wants to know... are you a 1, 2 or 3?

And, more importantly, is your travelling companion the complete opposite?

Tell us in the comments!

19/10/2026

🧳 YOU have a boarding pass. Your SUITCASE has an obstacle course!

Have you ever wondered what happens to your suitcase after it disappears down the conveyor belt at check-in?

While you're enjoying a coffee or browsing the duty-free shops, your suitcase is travelling through screening and sorting systems before being loaded onto the aircraft. Along the way, it may be pushed, dropped, squeezed and stacked beneath other suitcases, which is why packing properly matters!

Imagine bringing home five litres of Greek olive oil, only for the container to split and leak into the luggage surrounding it. Your holiday souvenir has suddenly become everybody else's problem!

Perishable food deserves some thought too. That smoked salmon packed as a Christmas present might not be quite so appetising if your suitcase goes missing in Cairo for three weeks!

Loose straps can get caught in baggage handling machinery, so make sure they're securely fastened and nothing is left dangling. Spare lithium batteries and power banks must travel in your cabin baggage, never in the hold.

Connecting flights introduce another challenge. You might manage to dash across a huge airport in 50 minutes, but your suitcase has to be unloaded, sorted, transported and loaded onto another aircraft. Generally the process is seamless and airports are set up to handle short connections, but sometimes you make it onto your next flight while your luggage waves goodbye from the baggage cart.

So next time you travel, pack liquids securely, protect fragile items and keep medication, valuables and a change of clothes in your cabin baggage, subject to the applicable safety rules.

After all, you might arrive exactly where you're supposed to be while your suitcase is enjoying an unscheduled stopover somewhere else! ✈️

18/10/2026

Spring city break in Lisbon

Lisbon is a city best discovered on foot, although you'll soon understand why its famous yellow trams are so popular! Its seven hills are a maze of cobbled streets, tiled façades, little cafés and viewpoints overlooking the River Tagus. Wander through the historic Alfama district, explore the elegant squares of Baixa, stop for a pastel de nata and take your time discovering the different neighbourhoods that give Lisbon its character.

One of the pleasures of a long weekend is having time to venture beyond the capital. Sintra is less than an hour away by train, and its wooded hills conceal an extraordinary collection of palaces, villas and gardens.

Quinta da Regaleira is fascinating. Its famous Initiation Well is a 27-metre-deep spiral staircase leading into a network of underground passages. Despite its name, it was never intended to supply water. It's one of the many unusual features of an estate inspired by mythology, symbolism and the owner's fascination with the mysterious.

The 1908 Lisboa Hotel offers something a little different from a conventional city hotel. Its striking Art Nouveau façade dates from 1908, while inside you'll find contemporary design and original architectural details. It's a combination of Lisbon's history and its more modern personality.

✈️ 15th–19th April 2027 | 4 nights
✈️ Direct flights from London Heathrow, with cabin baggage only
🏨 1908 Lisboa Hotel, Standard Double Room, with breakfast
🚘 Private return airport transfers included

💷 £1,398 total for two adults sharing, equivalent to £699 per person.

Sintra is easily visited independently by train. Rail fares, attraction tickets and optional excursions are not included in the package price.

The advertised price is based on two adults sharing and includes the arrangements detailed above. Prices and availability are subject to change until booking is confirmed.

Sold by Travel Lyn Style.
Package organised by Merlin Travel Group Ltd – ATOL 11770.

16/10/2026

🌍 BEYOND THE USUAL DESTINATIONS
When you're thinking about your next holiday, it's easy to find yourself looking at the same familiar destinations. But what if you ventured a little further off the beaten track?

There are some extraordinary places in the world that don't always get the attention they deserve. Here are four that might just change the way you think about your next adventure.

📍 UZBEKISTAN
Follow in the footsteps of Silk Road traders through Samarkand, Bukhara and Khiva, where magnificent mosques, madrasas and intricate blue-tiled buildings reflect centuries of history. Uzbekistan was once at the crossroads of some of the world's most important trading routes, bringing together cultures, ideas and traditions from East and West.

📍 GEORGIA
Did you know that Georgia has an 8,000-year history of winemaking? You can still discover wines produced using traditional clay vessels called qvevri, a method recognised by UNESCO. Beyond the vineyards, you'll find medieval monasteries, the dramatic Caucasus Mountains and Tbilisi, a capital where centuries-old architecture sits alongside contemporary design.

📍 NAMIBIA
Imagine watching the sun rise over the enormous red dunes of the Namib Desert, exploring the remarkable landscapes of Deadvlei or spotting elephants, lions and giraffes in Etosha National Park. Namibia is a country of extraordinary contrasts, where desert landscapes stretch towards the Atlantic Ocean and wildlife encounters are part of the experience.

📍 PANAMA
There's far more to Panama than its famous canal! You could explore the tropical rainforests of Central America, discover the colonial streets of Panama City's Casco Viejo or escape to the Caribbean islands of Guna Yala, where clear waters and palm-fringed shores feel a world away from everyday life. And with both the Pacific and Atlantic coasts within the same country, there's plenty of variety to discover.

Four countries, four very different experiences, and perhaps four destinations that hadn't previously crossed your mind.

You don't always have to follow the well-travelled tourist trail to have a remarkable holiday. Sometimes, exploring somewhere less familiar can be the most rewarding experience of all.

Which of these four would tempt you to try somewhere new?

15/10/2026

Geography can be more complicated than north, south, east and west!

Alaska is both the northernmost and westernmost state in the USA, which probably doesn’t come as a surprise. However, did you know that it’s also the easternmost?

The Aleutian Islands stretch west and southwest from the Alaska Peninsula, so far that a small part of the archipelago crosses the 180th meridian and enters the Eastern Hemisphere.

Luckily, this doesn’t mean that part of Alaska is a day ahead of the mainland as the International Date Line bends around the islands, keeping the whole state on the same calendar day. It’s their longitude that gives Alaska its unexpected claim to the easternmost title.

Check the map and you’ll see a few tiny islands quietly sneaking into another hemisphere!

14/10/2026

BOLIVIA: WHERE THE EARTH MEETS THE SKY

Have you ever imagined walking across a landscape where the clouds are reflected beneath your feet and the horizon seems to disappear?

In Bolivia, the Salar de Uyuni salt flats stretch across more than 10,000 square kilometres, creating one of South America's most extraordinary landscapes. During the rainy season, a shallow layer of water can transform this immense white expanse into a natural mirror, reflecting the sky in every direction.

January is one of the months when you might witness this remarkable phenomenon, and it's just one of the experiences awaiting you on this Bolivian adventure.

🏔️ Your journey begins in La Paz, a city nestled high in the Andes, where colourful markets, steep streets and mountain scenery are part of everyday life. You'll explore the unusual rock formations of Moon Valley and the Valley of Souls, before enjoying panoramic views across the city from Mirador Killi Killi.

🏛️ At Tiwanaku and Puma Punku, you'll discover the remains of a civilisation that flourished long before the Incas. These archaeological sites offer a fascinating glimpse into the history of the Andean region, with monumental stone structures and temples dating back more than a thousand years.

⛵ A full-day excursion takes you to Lake Titicaca, shared between Bolivia and Peru, where you'll experience traditional Totora reed boats and learn about the communities that have lived along its shores for generations.

🪞 And then there's Uyuni! You'll travel across the salt flats by 4x4, visit the old Train Cemetery and the salt-producing village of Colchani, and experience a sunset over one of the world's most unusual landscapes.

This is a holiday for travellers who enjoy discovering somewhere different and are happy to embrace a little adventure along the way. The Uyuni excursion involves two overnight coach journeys between La Paz and Uyuni, with a full day exploring the salt flats in between. It's an economical way to experience this remote region, although it does mean sacrificing two nights in a hotel.

✈️ Departs: 22nd January 2027
💷 £1,999 per person, based on two adults sharing.
💷 Total package price for two adults: £3,998.

✈️ Return indirect flights from London Heathrow with Avianca, including luggage.
🏨 Six nights at the 4-star Ritz Apart Hotel in La Paz, staying in a Deluxe Suite with bed and breakfast.
🚌 Guided Uyuni Salt Flats excursion, including two overnight coach journeys and a full-day 4x4 tour.
🏔️ Half-day guided excursion to Moon Valley, Valley of the Souls and Mirador Killi Killi.
🏛️ Full-day guided excursion to Tiwanaku and Puma Punku, including lunch.
⛵ Full-day guided Lake Titicaca excursion, including a traditional Totora reed boat experience.
🚐 Airport transfers in La Paz.

ℹ️ This adventure includes six nights' hotel accommodation in La Paz and two nights travelling by coach between La Paz and Uyuni. The international flights also involve overnight travel. Access to certain areas of the salt flats is dependent on weather and ground conditions during the rainy season.

An entrance fee of 30 BOB per person (approximately £3.50) is payable locally for Incahuasi Island if visited.

If Bolivia has been on your travel wish list, this could be your opportunity to discover its landscapes, history and culture without the price tag of a luxury expedition. Get in touch to find out more about the itinerary and available departure dates.

Sold by Travel Lyn Style.
Package organised by Merlin Travel Group Ltd – ATOL 11770.

Prices are correct at the time of posting and subject to availability and change.

13/10/2026

If you could wake up anywhere in the world tomorrow morning, where would it be?

🥾 In the Swiss Alps, heading out for a mountain hike with a picnic in your rucksack and a lake waiting at the end of the trail?

🚗 In northern Vietnam, following the mountain roads through villages and valleys, stopping whenever something catches your eye?

🍋 On the Amalfi Coast, starting the day with breakfast overlooking Positano, before heading down through the town for a wander and perhaps a swim?

☕ Or on a lakeside balcony, still in your dressing gown, enjoying your morning coffee with absolutely nothing on the agenda?

Then again, your dream morning might be somewhere completely different!

No packing, no airports, no long journey. Just go to bed tonight and wake up wherever you fancy.
So, where would you choose? I'd love to hear your answers!

12/10/2026

SAME HOLIDAY. DIFFERENT PROTECTION.

When planning a holiday, it's perfectly possible to book your flights directly with an airline, reserve your accommodation through a hotel website and arrange your hire car with a rental company.

It's a familiar way of organising a trip, but it means having three separate contracts with three different suppliers. If something goes wrong, you may find yourself dealing with each company individually to sort things out.

Booking exactly the same arrangements as a package holiday can make a considerable difference.

Under the Package Travel Regulations, the organiser of a qualifying package is legally responsible for the proper provision of the travel services included in your booking. This provides an additional layer of protection that you wouldn't normally have with three completely independent reservations.

Of course, booking independently doesn't mean you have no consumer rights, and booking a package doesn't guarantee that every problem will be resolved immediately.

It's also worth knowing that booking directly with an airline's holiday division or a cruise company can still qualify as a package holiday. What matters is how the arrangements are sold and what is included in your booking.

After more than 30 years working in travel, I believe understanding who is responsible when things don't go according to plan is just as important as knowing what's included in the price.

Do you know what protection you have for your next holiday?

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