Why Brittany Ferries has axed historic UK to France ferry route after four decades IN FULL The Independent UK · 7h ago
UK to France ferry route closes early after more than 40 years Customers with tickets were offered alternative travel from Portsmouth or a refund The Independent UK · 7h ago
The joy – and disappointment – of viewing the total solar eclipse in Cantabria Having watched the 1999 eclipse in Devon and been blown away, Dominic Bliss takes his daughter on journey to Spain in hopes of getting uninterrupted views of the moon effacing the sun. But will it all go to plan? The Independent UK · Aug 13
First Brittany Ferries ship uses plug-in electricity before sailing from Portsmouth Guillaume de Normandie departed for France on Monday morning after two hours of charging The Independent UK · Aug 4
9 last-minute holidays to see the total solar eclipse There is still time to book hotels, tours and festivals to witness the total solar eclipse The Independent UK · Jul 10
Travelling with kids? Why you should take the ferry this summer Taking a trip to the continent over the summer break? Family travel promises to be fun and hassle-free if you choose to go by ferry – and here are 10 reasons why The Guardian - UK · Jun 26
On the road with the kids: a family driving holiday in Spain and France Can a long road trip work with children? I set out to relive a classic journey from Bilbao to Saint-Malo I did in my freewheeling 20s The Guardian - UK · Jun 15
Top travel firms vow not to apply ‘war’ surcharges to summer holidays The Man Who Pays His Way: Tui, easyJet, Jet2 and Brittany Ferries have moved smartly to calm concerns The Independent UK · Apr 26
British Airways owner to raise ticket prices amid fuel shortage crisis Exclusive: ‘I'm quite surprised to hear so many transport companies come up with uncertainty about fuel price’ – Christophe Mathieu, Brittany Ferries CEO The Independent UK · Apr 24
French children’s menus were a surprising disappointment – with one exception Letters: Jess Bassett was frustrated to find chips with everything on a recent holiday, but Brittany Ferries were a delightful surprise The Guardian - UK · Apr 12
Winter is when Brittany is at its most beautiful New ferry sailings make the French region an easy off-season holiday, finds Anna Richards The Independent UK · Dec 12, 2025
Magnificent mountains, beautiful beaches and elegant cities – discover Cantabria Travel by ferry and explore the lush scenery, Gaudí architecture and mouthwatering cuisine of this often-overlooked region of northern Spain The Guardian - UK · May 1, 2025
From the Tour de France to the Caen Millennium: six reasons to visit Normandy this year Whether you want to marvel at a medieval masterpiece or educate yourself at a second world war memorial, set sail for an adventure in this region and you’ll be spoiled for choice The Guardian - UK · Apr 28, 2025
From world-famous oysters to Europe’s highest tides – discover Brittany’s lesser-known ‘eight treasures’ History, nature and landscape collide in this exceptionally rich stretch of coastline. Here’s your guide to the best spots to visit The Guardian - UK · Apr 28, 2025
The Guardian - UK · Apr 23, 2025 Timeless towns, sweeping views, delicious crepes: the ultimate seven-day Brittany roadtrip Take your time touring Brittany’s stunning coastline and discover hidden bays, beautiful villages and exciting activities for a truly memorable holiday
The Guardian - UK · Apr 15, 2025 Beaches, galleries, pintxos and more: why you have to visit Atlantic Spain A different side of Spain but with just as much charm, the Costa Verde delivers on stunning landscapes, fantastic food and unmissable culture
The Guardian - UK · Apr 15, 2025 Plain sailing: 10 ways travelling by ferry can take the stress out of your family holiday Taking a trip to the continent over the summer break? Family travel promises to be fun and hassle-free if you choose to go by ferry – and here are 10 reasons why
The Independent UK · Apr 14, 2025 Fancy France for your summer holidays? Here’s some of the best breaks to book Dine on fine food, soak up great art and pedal through beautiful scenery in France
The Independent UK · Mar 24, 2025 Joanna Lumley joins stars in calling on ferry firm to reverse plan to resume live animal exports Brittany Ferries set to drop 30-year ban and start transporting calves from Ireland to France
The Conversation · Jan 22, 2025 Five ways to cut emissions from shipping Shipping generates 3% of global greenhouse gas emissions. This could increase to 10% if current trends continue, according to Transport & Environment – a non-profit organisation dedicated to decarbonising transport in Europe by 2050.
Evening Standard · Oct 2, 2024 7 best flight-free trips to take right now Keeping both feet on the ground has never been more in vogue – or more exciting. From railing it to Sicily to setting sail for Spain, Helen Coffey gives her pick of the itineraries that don’t require leaving on a jet plane
The Guardian - UK · Aug 2, 2024 Ancient Angers to antique emporiums: how to spend a week in the Atlantic Loire valley Outdoor activities, festivals and fantastic regional food make this part of western France a must-visit family destination
The Guardian - UK · Jun 18, 2024 From D-day events to the Deauville film festival: seven great reasons to visit Normandy this summer With new museums and experiences to mark major historical landmarks, it’s a memorable time to visit this region of France
The Independent UK · Dec 8, 2023 Home Office U-turn on ID card ban for French school groups Priti Patel’s prohibition on ‘insecure identity cards’ partly reversed by James Cleverly
The Independent UK · Sep 14, 2023 Take a relaxing trip to Spain: The ultimate guide to ferry travel For a truly relaxing break from start to finish, why not opt for a slow travel trip by ferry to Spain. Here we explore the highlights from stunning vistas and nature trails to culture trips and foodventures…