Paul Charles

Travel chaos as thousands hit by flight delays and cancellations after cyberattack on European airport systems
Experts said the cyberattack was ‘deeply concerning’ and warned flights could be disrupted for days if the issue wasn’t solved quickly
The Independent UK
6 min read
Esta rules, phone searches and simple travel hacks: Everything you need to know about US travel in 2025
These are the key factors to consider before a trip to America
The Independent UK
8 min read
Holidaymakers are opting for cooler destinations to avoid extreme heat and wildfire threats, experts say
While the Mediterranean remains a firm favourite, some Brits are choosing milder climates for their holidays
Evening Standard
4 min read
Detours and day trips: ‘Sunshine Saturday’ sees holiday bookings soar - with new trends for 2025
More than 12 million have already booked trips abroad, with off-the-beaten track locations a popular pick
The Guardian - UK
4 min read
Slow the trains and slow the build to save billions on HS2, advises former Eurostar director
‘High-speed lines have a habit of creating political potholes for ministers,’ says Paul Charles
The Independent UK
3 min read
UK travel chaos: how to claim compensation for cancelled or delayed flights
Consumer rights experts reveal what you could be entitled to if your flight is delayed, cancelled or entire trip ruined
The Guardian - UK
10 min read
Wildfires ‘will clearly happen again’ and travel industry plans ‘need overhaul’
Paul Charles, CEO of travel PR firm PC Agency, called for an overhaul of the Foreign Office travel advice system which left holidaymakers ‘confused’.
The Independent UK
6 min read
UK visitor numbers up amid signs of shift away from mainland Europe’s extreme heat
Tourism to UK close to pre-Covid levels as Czech Republic, Ireland and Denmark also leap in popularity
The Guardian - UK
4 min read
Holiday hotspots where your pound will go furthest this summer
Want to go away without spending too much? Here’s a roundup of the best-value destinations
The Guardian - UK
7 min read
Co Derry music industry insider shares story of working with stars including Van Morrison, Ray Davies and the Buzzcocks
The music industry memoir is set to launch this week
Belfast Live
5 min read