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KATIE Price has confirmed her move to Dubai as she continues to splash out thousands of pounds on luxury resorts, despite her family’s fears over her “swindler” husband.

The mum-of-five, 47, jetted back to Dubai at the weekend to reunite with husband number four Lee Andrews, amid “concern” from her loved-ones over the new relationship.

Katie shocked fans when she revealed that she had married Lee in a quickie wedding almost three weeks ago.

The newlyweds spent a week apart before reuniting last Saturday.

Despite Katie saying her latest trip would be a short one, there doesn’t look like any sign she will be heading back to the UK soon.

Pals fear she is planning to relocate to Dubai for good, and it looks like they have cause for concern.

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A source has told The Sun that Katie has been talking about moving there and is already thinking about places to live.

The onlooker said: “She was in a restaurant and I recognised her immediately – she was talking about a property she’s buying out here [Dubai] so they could move here for good, and her husband was laying it on thick – telling her exactly what she wanted to hear, how great he’d make it.

“She was lapping it up. He was selling her a dream but I got a bad vibe from him.”

Whilst staying in Dubai, Katie is spending a huge amount of money on a luxury resort.

Another insider told The Sun that’s she’s been splashing out £300 a night of her own cash staying at Dubai’s posh Bab Al Shams hotel.

FAMILY’S CONCERN

This latest news will no doubt cause more upset for her family who are already “deeply concerned” for her, following her whirlwind wedding.

A source recently told The Sun: “Katie’s family and friends are so concerned about her relationship with Lee but she isn’t listening.

“They do not want her to go back to Dubai but she has confirmed that she is leaving today.

“Katie doesn’t want to be away from Lee over Valentine’s Day and said they are planning a honeymoon.

“Her family have read reports about Lee and are so concerned about Katie’s welfare.

“She has insisted he is a good man though and is sticking by him.”

‘SWINDLER’ HUSBAND

Last month, The Sun revealed how Lee was branded a “lying swindler who preys on women” by Alana Percival and Crystal Janke, two women he dated at the same time last year. 

The self-proclaimed businessman dated Alana and Crystal at the same time — and allegedly took £123,000 from the latter. 

The Sun understands the police are aware of reports of alleged fraud, and Crystal told Katie: “Do not give that man any money.” 

Alana also warned: “Katie should run for the hills. Lee is a liar, a narcissist and I think he’s a manipulator.“

Katie Price’s relationship history

We take a look back at the highs and lows of Katie Price’s relationship history.

1996-1998: Katie got engaged to Gladiators star Warren Furman – aka Ace – with a £3,000 ring. But their relationship didn’t make it as far as ‘I do’.

1998-2000: Katie described Dane Bowers as ‘the love of her life’ but she broke up with the singer after he allegedly cheated on her.

2001: Footballer Dwight Yorke is the father of Katie’s eldest child Harvey. He has had very little to do with his son throughout his life.

2002: Rebounding from Dwight, Katie famously had one night of passion with Pop Idol star Gareth Gates, allegedly taking his virginity.

2002-2004: Katie was dating Scott Sullivan when she entered the jungle for I’m A Celebrity…Get Me Out Of Here!. He threatened to “punch Peter’s lights out” when chemistry blossomed between her and Peter Andre.

2004-2009: The jungle romance resulted in Katie marrying Aussie pop star Peter. They had two kids, Junior and Princess, before their bitter split in 2009.

2010-2011: Fresh from her break-up with Peter, Katie enjoyed a whirlwind relationship and marriage with cage fighter Alex Reid. They split 20 months after their Las Vegas wedding.

2011: Katie briefly dated model Danny Cipriani… but it ended as quickly as it begun.

2011-2012: They didn’t speak the same language, but Katie got engaged to Argentinian model Leandro Penna in 2011. He later fled home to South America.

2012-2018: Wedding bells rang once more after Katie met Kieran Hayler in 2013. They eventually called it quits after a rocky marriage.

2018-2019: Katie moved on quickly with Kris Boyson. They had an on-off romance for one year and even got engaged. They split for good in 2019.

2019: Katie was linked to Charles Drury during her on-off relationship with Kris. Charles, who also dated Lauren Goodger, has always denied being in “official relationship” with her.

2020-2023: Car salesman Carl Woods took a shine to Katie in 2020. Their relationship was up and down for three years. They broke up for a final time last year.

2024-2026: After weeks of rumours, Katie confirmed her relationship with Married At First Sight star JJ Slater in February 2024. The pair split in January 2026 after two years together.

2026: Katie shocked fans when she revealed she had married Dubai-based businessman Lee Andrews after a 48-hour engagement and only knowing him a week.

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12/02/2026 – 14:57 GMT+1

European shares extended gains to new highs by early afternoon on Thursday, as strong corporate earnings from luxury and industrial groups fuelled a broad rally across the region’s equity markets.

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The pan-European STOXX 600 was up about 0.5% to 624.67 points by midday, holding near the all-time high level as investors digested a heavy slate of earnings updates.

Major benchmarks also hovered near record levels, with France’s CAC 40 up more than 1.4% on the day and London’s FTSE 100 trading around a record intraday high near 10,535 points.

Luxury stocks were among the biggest drivers of gains, with the sector rising about 1.5%.

Shares in Hermès climbed to a near one-month high after the French fashion house reported stronger-than-expected quarterly sales, backed by robust demand in the United States and Japan.

The results helped lift sentiment across the high-end consumer segment, which has faced concerns over slowing growth in China and more cautious spending among middle-income shoppers.

AI-adjacent industries jump

Industrial companies linked to artificial intelligence and data-centred demand were another key pillar of the rally.

French electrical equipment maker Legrand jumped about 5.8% after reporting strong demand tied to data-centre projects.

German engineering giant Siemens also rose sharply, climbing more than 6% after raising its full-year profit outlook, citing strong orders linked to AI-driven automation and digital infrastructure.

Analysts say the surge in AI-related industrial stocks reflects expectations that global spending on data centres, automation and electrification, will continue to accelerate as companies invest heavily in artificial intelligence capacity.

Stronger-than-expected corporate earnings updates were seen as the main catalyst for the rally.

Broader market sentiment was also supported by a robust US jobs report, which eased concerns about a slowdown in the world’s largest economy and reinforced expectations that growth will remain steady.

A NEW luxury train experience is coming to the UK later this year.

A new carriage will appear on the British Pullman named Celia, after the fictional character created by director Baz Luhrmann and cinematic designer Catherine Martin.

According to the duo, Celia is a West End icon from the 1930s who once played Titania in Shakespeare’s A Midsummer Night’s Dream.

Set in an original 1932 Pullman carriage, Celia will boast a cocktail bar, lounge, dining and entertainment area that feels as if you are heading back to the 1930s.

Up to 12 guests at a time can experience the carriage via private and bespoke events.

The carriage is designed to create a luxury private dining experience, as well as showcase the train carriage’s historical charm.

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During the day, Celia will be a reception carriage and then in the evening it will turn into the “most refined venue”.

When guests reserve Celia for an event, a Guest Experience Curator will plan each detail.

Passengers will also get private luxury transfers within Greater London to and from London Victoria.

And there will even be a personal chef, butler and steward.

On the menu, passengers can create their own brunch, lunch and dinner menus.

Welcome drinks, such as a seasonal cocktail or champagne, will also be provided.

And to elevate the experience even more, there will be bespoke activities available to book.

Baz Luhrmann said that Celia is based on a woman who, after a Sunday matinee of ‘A Midsummer Night’s Dream’, headed off with her friends to escape the crowds and head on the British Pullman.

Baz said: “From the moment someone receives an invitation, or chooses to board Celia, they should be drawn instantly into her world and be swept into the glamorous, mysterious life of the actress for whom the carriage was named.”

He added: “Celia also has the capacity to transform into a performance space; I have no doubt a musical artist could have great fun staging an unplugged session or making an album announcement there.

“And of course, we’ll be fitting out the carriage with a terrific sound system and speakers to support that.”

On the idea behind the carriage, Catherine Martin revealed that once they had Baz’s character of Celia, the interior design of the carriage was based on Celia’s life story.

Baz added: “We’re both devoted lovers of slow travel as there’s an undeniable magic and romance to these kinds of journeys.

“It’s a form of travel that lends itself to being told in the most evocative and cinematic ways.”

The Belmond British Pullman usually travels day and weekend journeys around Britain.

In other rail news, here’s the UK train journey that feels like the Hogwarts Express with stunning views along the way.

Plus, picturesque English town is getting new £27m train line for first time in 60 years – and it will cut journey times by an hour.

ONE of many Z Hotels in London, the Gloucester Place hotel is fabulously located.

Here is everything you need to know about the hotel.

Where is Z Hotel Gloucester Place?

Split across six converted Georgian townhouses, Z Hotel Gloucester Place is ideally placed between Baker Street and Oxford Street with 114 bedrooms and an onsite 24/7 Z Bar.

What are the rooms like?

Calling the rooms “compact luxury,” each one comes with everything you need for a base to stay such as a hidden underbed drawer to store your suitcase.

This also means huge queen or king beds, Samsung HDTVs and tea and coffee making facilities in the room. 

The small bathrooms have large, if not basic showers and come with their own toiletries too.

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If you want to save the cash and don’t need much of a view, there are budget opens that have rooms without a window.

Rooms start from £55 a night. See thezhotels.com.

What is there to eat and drink?

The 24-hour on-site cafe is a godsend for late arrivals if you need a coffee or something stronger.

Breakfast is served there as well with a small but filling collection of pastries, cereals and some more unique hot options such as bacon flatbreads.

If you’re wanting dinner, there are some limited snacks such as pizza and toasties, as well as complimentary cheese and wine hours.

For something more substantial, you’re best exploring outside the hotel.

Thankfully you’re spoilt for choice, with everything from Sri Lankan at Hoppers, as well as Jinkoni’s Japanese cuisine and Alley Cats Pizza nearby.

What else is there to do?

What the hotel makes up for without amenities is its location.

It’s near tube station Baker Street and is a short walk from Oxford Circus if you fancy a shopping spree.

Otherwise London attractions such as Regent’s Park and Madame Tussauds are a short walk away. 

Is the hotel family-friendly?

While the hotel doesn’t have any family friendly suites, additional rooms can be booked with close access.

Is there access for guests with disabilities?

Z Hotel Gloucester Place is the only one of their hotels to not be accessible, due to being Grade II listed.

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FORGET everything you know about holiday parks – as a new age of caravans could change them entirely.

Caravan holidays have been a popular, and low cost, alternative to holidays abroad, for the last 100 years.

Yet new designs could change the design of them, with many having not changed in decades.

Welsh designer Craig Ledwards has revealed his own creations, likening to them a luxury hotel room instead.

He told local media: “Caravans haven’t changed over the past 70 years.

“They’re exactly the same style as they’ve always been – no insulation so there’s always condensation in it, smell damp, and the layout is the same.

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“But this is totally different, it’s open-plan living. It feels like you’re entering a luxury hotel room.”

Like hotels, guests can access them using key cards which are then slotted in for the electricity.

Inside are marble bathrooms and projectors in the ceiling, as well as full glass walls.

Small balconies are also part of the outdoor space, as well as a rooftop window for stargazing while inside.

He has already introduced them to north Wales last year.

He added: “It’s as far away from a static caravan as you can get – the only thing that’s the same is the size, we’ve designed it to be the same size so it can replace an old one without having to change the footprint or service connections.”

Each one, costing around £35,000 to build, is fully insulated so they can be stayed in all year round.

Not only that, but he says they have a lifespan of 50 years – much longer than standard caravans which is between 15 and 20 years.

They have been met with some skepticism, however.

Some have said that the all-glass models may not retain heat during the colder months, even if well insulated.

And a National Caravan Council spokesperson said: “New designs such as ones imported from China may appeal to a niche audience, drawn to contemporary styling and different layouts,” they said.

“But widespread appeal will depend on how well they meet the expectations of the UK holiday park market, the access to spare parts, the availability of reliable and timely after-sales service and those who are responsible for licensing their use.”

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