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EGYPT is having a holiday comeback, with trips to the destination booming according to all the experts.

The Red Sea resorts are tempting holidaymakers back with their incredible weather, beautiful beaches, activities like snorkelling – and it’s just five hours away.

For many years Egypt was the sought-after destination for Brits thanks to its promise of great weather and barely any rain.

In 2010, Egypt saw peak British holidaymaker numbers, with around 1.4million tourists visiting.

But then Brits stopped going to Egypt as much – leading to the 2011 flight cancellations – due to conflict within the region.

This was followed by the 2015 terror attack on a Russian passenger plane which killed all 224 onboard.

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As a result, flights from the UK were stopped for four years, with TUI only reintroducing holiday packages in 2019.

Now, many airlines fly to to Egypt, in particular the Red Sea resorts, like EgyptAir, easyJet, TUI, Wizz Air, British Airways, and Turkish Airlines.

And interest in heading to Egypt is higher than ever – TUI has revealed that customer numbers are up 10 percent more than last year.

It’s not just TUI which has found that Egypt is growing ever more popular. River cruise and tour operator Riviera Travel named it as the fastest-growing destination for 2026.

Comparing January-February 2025 with January-February 2026 bookings, Egypt is up 310 per cent.

It’s no surprise as in just five hours Brits can enjoy sun, sea and sand as well as affordable food and drink.

The resort cities are brilliant winter sun destinations and during the summer, temperatures can be as high as 38C – this week it’s seeing highs of 22C.

It’s not just the sunshine and beautiful resorts either as Egypt remains very affordable too.

In recent years, Egypt has been named the ‘best value for money’ destination, according to the Post Office Travel Money.

According to Wise, a beer in Egypt can be as little as 50EG£ which is 77p.

Coffee can be as little as 54p and a meal at an inexpensive restaurant starts from £1.55.

Chris Logan, Commercial Director at TUI UK&I added: “It’s one of our most in demand destinations and a stand-out location for holidaymakers in 2026.

“The choice and standard of hotels have evolved significantly keeping pace with the increased demand from UK and international tourists.”

He named Sharm El Sheikh as a popular spot for couples with its blend of relaxation, vibrant nightlife, and world‑class reefs.

Whereas Hurghada is “especially popular with families thanks to its impressive all‑inclusive offering, shallow beaches, and brilliant snorkelling”.

There’s also Marsa Alam which is gaining in popularity with “pristine beaches, exceptional diving, and a more laid‑back atmosphere”.

Chris added: “Value for money is another reason for Egypt’s resurgence.

“Whether it’s grabbing a pint in Hurghada for the equivalent of 80p, enjoying a cocktail on the seafront in Sharm for just £3, or dining out at local restaurants, customers consistently tell us they’re getting exceptional quality at a price that’s hard to beat.

“While Spain and Turkey remain firm favourites, we’re seeing North Africa flourish and Egypt is leading the way as the top choice for 2026.

“It really does have everything – UNESCO listed bucket list experiences, a welcoming culture, inspiring history, adventure, value, amazing resorts and hotels, beautiful locations, crystal clear waters, and outstanding beaches. 

“All within easy reach of the UK. What’s not to love?”

TUI has revealed some of its favourite package holidays.

A seven-night holiday to Sharm el Sheikh, Egypt at the 5T TUI Magic Life Redsina Sharm el Sheikh on an all-inclusive basis starts from £789 per person.

This is based on two adults sharing a Family Area Deluxe Double Room with Garden View and Balcony departing from London Gatwick on 11 March 2026 with 20kg hold luggage per person and transfers included.

If you’re heading to Marsa Alam, TUI offers a seven-night holiday at the Jaz Grand Marsa on an all-inclusive basis from £625 per person.

Price is based on two adults sharing a Superior Twin Room with Garden View and Balcony or Terrace departing from London Gatwick on 15 March 2026 with 20kg hold luggage per person and transfers included.

Here is perfect for swimmers as its private beach has a coral reef – and there’s a trio of sea-view pools.

Over in Hurghada, you can stay at the 3T Sindbad Club on an all-inclusive basis from £1114 per person.

Price is based on two adults and two children sharing a Superior Family Room with Pool View, Waterpark View and Balcony departing from Birmingham on 30 March 2026 with 20kg hold luggage per person and transfers included.

This hotel is great for families as it has its own waterpark and a pool scene as well a 10 bars and five restaurants.

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“YOU, with me.” The pilot pointed at the cockpit of the two-seat-wide propeller plane and I obediently clambered in.

The tiny aircraft rattled along the runway, and I took a deep breath, only to let out a gasp after take-off as I looked down.

The crystalline Caribbean sea glittered below us, and as far as the eye could see the waters were peppered with sandy cays and islands — one of which was to be my home for the next few days.

Anguilla is just a 45-minute flight from the more-visited Antigua — and despite the island being so small that it only needs six traffic lights, it’s home to not one, but two of the best beaches in the world.

One of these is the breathtaking Shoal Bay, which I got to marvel at from my lavish ocean-view room at Zemi Beach House, set right on the sand.

You won’t see any cruise ships, jet skis or thumping beach clubs here.

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This unspoiled stretch of pristine sand is lined with swaying palm trees on one side and soft, turquoise waves on the other, both a welcome presence in the 30C heat.

The upscale hotel has an elegant open-plan layout, two infinity pools (including one that’s child-free), a walkaround bar service and a spa, which sits inside a 300-year-old authentic Thai house, transported and reconstructed piece by piece.

Lounging in the spa’s quiet zone post-massage as I listened to the sounds of the island with an iced drink, I understood why Anguilla prides itself on the slogan “Tranquility wrapped in blue”.

An entire holiday could easily be spent without leaving Zemi — after all, it also has its own tennis court, gym, boutique, bars and restaurants.

But Anguilla’s magic is not confined to the famous Shoal Bay.

Orange-flowered flamboyant trees (flamboyant by name and by nature) and colourful bungalows lined the roads as an enthusiastic local named Kelvis guided us round his home island. A short drive brought us to The Arch, a doorway-shaped rock formation over the ocean that wouldn’t look out of place in the Algarve.

Years of footfall by tourists wanting THE Instagram shot have made walking onto it now unsafe, but I was more than happy to forgo that and simply take in the vista, something I also did at the impressive Sandy Ground viewing platform.

Inland, we admired the striking architecture of the island’s Catholic church and visited Wallblake House, Anguilla’s only surviving plantation building, which now serves as a museum.

There was one spot, however, that Kelvis couldn’t take us: Little Bay. The smallest of Anguilla’s 33 beaches, this cove is only accessible by hanging onto a rope and climbing down a cliff face, or via the water.

None of us fancied going home with crutches and a cast, so we kayaked from the nearby Crocus Bay in transparent boats which allowed us to spot a couple of sea turtles underwater as we paddled.

If kayaking isn’t your thing, don’t fret — a stay at the Frangipani Beach Resort will give you a chance to visit Little Bay on their very own catamaran, the FrangiCat.

The pastel pink resort sits on Meads Bay — Anguilla’s other world-class beach that made the global top 50 — and has an intimate atmosphere without compromising on luxury in its enormous suites.

We spent the second half of our trip at Frangipani gazing out to sea from the quiet shore while petting the resort dog, Sunny, and sipping on generous rum punches.

And there is certainly no shortage of rum in Anguilla. A tasting session with Glo’s Flavoured Rums allowed us to try the locally crafted spirit on the beach while Gloria’s (Glo’s) own daughters talked us through the range of tropical options.

I’ve never been much of a rum fan, but sampling banana, sorrel, guava berry, cinnamon and ten more flavours had me asking “Why is the rum gone?” faster than you could say “Jack Sparrow”.

Luckily, lining your stomach on this island is just as exciting for the taste buds.

Modest beach shacks serve up the freshest grilled seafood with rice and peas, plantain and Johnny cakes, a delicious fried bread.

The skewered mahi-mahi at Madeariman, the spicy lobster at Mango’s Seaside Grill and the barbecued shrimp tacos at Da’Vida Beach Club are must-trys for a sit-down meal with a view, though many Anguillians will just fire up their own roadside BBQs to enjoy the catch of the day.

Rendezvous at Tasty’s is also excellent. The restaurant runs on “Caribbean time” so don’t expect your crayfish in a hurry, but it’s an excuse to spend time sipping a Carib beer on the dreamy Rendezvous Bay.

On our final evening, Kelvis suggested we head to Elvis beach bar, a favourite watering hole among the locals.

The owner was, of course, Elvis — who one minute was serving drinks from the boat-shaped bar and the next was on stage with the band singing some Bob Marley.

Swinging in a hammock as the words to Three Little Birds echoed around me, I could tell that, like its rum, this island was going to stay with me for a good while.

A MULTI-MILLION upgrade is set to transform a popular Center Parcs resort.

The family-favourite holiday park has announced it is building brand-new lodges as well as adding thrilling activities to its roster – including an aerial ride.

The Center Parcs in Co. Longford is set in 400 acres of forest with over 100 attractions – and it’s undergoing a €100million expansion (£87million).

The holiday park has announced that it is adding even more activities to its site including an aerial zipline.

It will be called the Forest Glider which is expected to open in autumn – and it’s described as “a continuous-loop, gravity-fed ride”.

It was also announced in August 2025, that it would be adding a lakeside restaurant to its site.

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And even more guests will be able to book a stay there too as it is constructing a further 83 new lodges.

In the planning phase are treehouses which will be a top of the range stay across two storeys with hot tubs and gaming dens.

Currently, there are 466 lodges, but the expansion will bring that number up to 693 and the capacity of guests up to 3,500.

Some other lodges are already being built with bookings available to make between December 2026 and April 2027.

These were announced last year, it said “we’re introducing new Forest Lodges with Hot Tubs for the ultimate relaxing break and spacious 6-Bedroom Woodland Lodges for larger groups“.

The Forest Lodges with hot tubs are the ones you’ll want to book for the ultimate “relaxing break”.

Each bedroom has an additional en-suite bathroom – and inside the main lodge is also a wine cooler, hydrobath and even a private sauna in some three-bedroom Forest Lodges.

Most of its four-bedroom Forest Lodges have games rooms with pool tables.

Meanwhile, six-bedroom Woodland Lodges are also being built which are ideal for larger groups as they sleep up to 12.

Inside are spacious bedrooms, family bathrooms, shower rooms and a generous open plan living space along with a fully-fitted kitchen.

The Irish Independent reported that one of the new six-bedroom lodges for up to 12 was priced from €1,899 (£1,660.58) for a four-night midweek stay early next year.

The price rises to €5,099 (£4,458.82) for the same period over the February midterm.

The Irish Center Parcs site officially opened on July 29, 2019 and since then has welcomed over one million guests.

It’s built around a man-made lake which is used for watersports like canoeing, kayaking, paddleboarding, and even sessions on an inflatable obstacle course.

All Center Parcs sites come with a Subtropical Swimming Paradise, and this one is Ireland‘s largest indoor water park.

It’s included in the price for guests who can take advantage of its indoor and outdoor pools, along with kids’ splash zones and whirlpools, along with its Canopy Café.

Some of the most popular activities are its adventure golf, aerial adventure and laser combat.

A recent addition at the site are two escape rooms, The Plant Room and Forest Laboratory.

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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.

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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.