Telegraph View: This is a battle BA cannot afford to lose.

Catherine Monteiro de Barros 45, is the founder of the children's clothing label Papo D'Anjo. Born in America, she now lives in Gloucestershire with her Portuguese husband and four children.

The latest British holiday deals, including 20 per cent off a remote Lake District cottage.

Tim Jepson considers the merits of a range of hiking boots set up by Sir Christopher Brasher.

Sophie Butler believes time spent comparing hotel prices on the web will almost always save you money.

The latest travel books reviewed. This week: 'A Winter in Arabia' by Freya Stark and Insight Guides' 'City Breaks Oxford'.

Why settle for one resort for a week when you can have half a dozen? Hugh Graham-Watson embarks on a whirlwind ski tour.

The richness of the Black Sea's history makes it a fascinating region for a cruise, says Sara Macefield.

La Serenissima has a reputation for poor food at high prices. But not if you know where to look.

PM refuses to criticise union, one of Labour's biggest backers, over plans for a strike ahead of Easter weekend.

Strike union which bankrolls Labour criticises "badly informed" Transport Secretary after he sides with BA.

Lord Adonis has become the first Cabinet Minister to speak out against the trade union behind the BA strike.

Henry Wismayer follows the beautiful and deserted Curzon Trail through the Garhwal Himalayas.

This week's best late offers, including city breaks in Europe and cheap holidays to the United States.

Eric Sykes, the actor, explains why Melbourne will always have a special place in his heart.

The latest newsletter from the Unite union's branch for British Airways cabin crew details the sort of major workplace injustices that the brothers (and sisters) have to put up with.

Oliver Smith reviews the Hotel Grand Central in Barcelona, a well-located establishment with a sun trap roof terrace and glorious views of the Gothic Quarter.

Richard Allport is the winner of this week's travel writing competition for this account of turtles hatching in Oman.

Kathy Lette leaves no duvet unturned or sumptuous treat unsampled in her quest to find the perfect way to spend Mother's Day.

A round-up of the week's travel news, including a rise in air passenger numbers.

Mothering Sunday ideas (for less than £20), from cheering on knights in shining armour to wanders around walled gardens.

Hundreds of British holidaymakers are planning legal action against Thomson Holidays and Fred Olsen Cruise Lines after several outbreaks of gastric illness on the cruise ships Island Escape and Boudicca.

A selection, by no means definitive, of some of the most spectacular running races in the world.

Upcoming festivals, events and exhibitions around Britain, chosen by Jolyon Attwooll.

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