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  "publishedAt": "2026-03-18T12:11:24.000Z",
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  "tags": [
    "British Airways announces huge 2026 programme including flights to two brand-new destinations",
    "The UK cities perfect for an early spring staycation, with longer days and better weather",
    "British holidaymakers name their favourite city breaks - and European hotspots dominate the list",
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  "textContent": "\n\n\nBritish holidaymakers searching for a budget-friendly European getaway now have a new option, as TUI has just added Bratislava to its city breaks collection.\n\nSlovakia's capital sits beautifully along the Danube River and offers a special charm. What's more, pint will set you back just £2.20.\n\n###\n\n\n\n\nWith its gorgeous Old Town and castle perched on a hilltop, Bratislava has plenty of character while keeping prices low.\n\nIt is just a two-hour flight from the UK, making it perfect for a long weekend escape.\n\n###\n\n\n\n\nTRENDING\n\nStories\n\nVideos\n\nYour Say\n\n###\n\n\n\n\n###\n\n\n\n\n###\n\n\n\n\nHistory lovers can explore Bratislava Castle, which towers above the city and offers sweeping views across three different countries.\n\nThe Old Town is a delight to wander through, with its cobbled streets lined with colourful baroque buildings and charming bronze statues dotted about.\n\nFoodies can tuck into traditional Slovak fare like bryndzové halušky – delicious potato dumplings topped with sheep cheese – at prices you won't find in bigger European capitals, according to TUI.\n\nFor a truly unique dining experience, the Slovak Pub spans 11 rooms across two floors, each dedicated to a different era of Slovakian history, serving hearty soup-filled bread bowls for just £6.50.\n\n### TRAVEL NEWS\n\n\n\n\n  * British Airways announces huge 2026 programme including flights to two brand-new destinations\n  * The UK cities perfect for an early spring staycation, with longer days and better weather\n  * British holidaymakers name their favourite city breaks - and European hotspots dominate the list\n\n\n\n###\n\n\n\n\nThose looking for adventure can hop on a speedboat tour along the Danube, taking in both the historic and modern parts of the city from £45 per person through TUI Musement.\n\nWalking tours are also available from £22 per person, where visitors can discover why Bratislava earned its nickname \"Beauty on the Danube\" while learning about the Hungarian empire, Slovak communism and the Velvet Revolution.\n\nDon't miss the famous UFO observation deck – a flying saucer-shaped structure sitting 95 metres above the SNP Bridge.\n\nThe stunning Blue Church is another must-see, featuring gorgeous pastel blue tiles, intricate mosaics and whimsical spires in Hungarian Secessionist style.\n\n###\n\n\n\n\n###\n\n\n\n\n###\n\n\n\n\n###\n\n\n\n\nFlights to TUI's newest Central European destination depart from Edinburgh, Manchester and London Stansted with Ryanair.\n\nThree-night packages start from just £209 per person, including accommodation on a room-only basis with flights departing in June.\n\nTUI's commercial director, Chris Logan, said: \"Bratislava offers exceptional value without compromising on experience. With stunning architecture, rich history and prices that make your money go further, it's ideal for Brits who want an authentic European city break without the premium price tag.\n\n\"When you can enjoy a quality pint for just £2.20 and explore a beautiful castle-topped capital, it's easy to see why Bratislava is one of Europe's best-kept secrets. We're delighted to add it to our city breaks collection.\"\n\n**Our Standards:The GB News Editorial Charter **",
  "title": "TUI launches city breaks to Europe's best-value capital with a fairytale castle and £2 pints"
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