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The Saxons Exhibition unveiled at Discover Bucks Museum. Witness extraordinary finds.

30/03/2026 by .
The Saxons Exhibition unveiled at Discover Bucks Museum.

Discover Bucks Museum has launched a major new exhibition, exploring Buckinghamshire’s Saxon past called ‘The SAXONS. Three lives. Three burial sites. Three extraordinary stories.’

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Tim Peake lands at Heathrow

British astronaut Tim Peake lands at Heathrow today to his own poster, as one of the stars of Heathrow’s new Welcome Poster campaign. Back in the UK for the first time in seven months following his six-month mission on the International Space Station, Tim was welcomed by his own image

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UK hotels admit internet failings for guests

New research from ZyXEL Communications, a global specialist in broadband networking, has pointed the finger at Britain’s hospitality industry when it comes to fast and efficient online connectivity. More than a quarter of UK hotels admit internet failings for guests as hoteliers confess their systems struggle to cope with the number of guest connections.

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Egyptian tourism appoints British Security Firm

In a bid to win back much needed tourists, beleaguered Egyptian tourism appoints British security firm Resrata to deliver an aviation security programme at all its airports across Egypt including Sharm el-Sheikh.

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easyjet opens self service bag drop at Gatwick Airport at its new automated check in area.

easyjet opens self service bag drop at Gatwick Airport. Great news for passengers

easyjet opens self service bag drop at Gatwick Airport at its new automated check in area.

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 Escape travel card offers easy payments overseas

 Escape travel card makes paying overseas much easier

A new currency card has been launched which allows travellers to load up holiday money and then be used just like a debit or credit card – but without hefty charges. So using the Escape travel card makes paying overseas easier.

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The Don Carlos opens exclusive Orange Beach Club

The legendary five star hotel and resort which has held pride of place on Spain’s Costa del Sol for over 40 years continues to cement its lofty position as the Don Carlos opens exclusive Orange Beach Club for the summer season after a 12 month renovation.

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