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The Sun
18 hours ago
- The Sun
World's best airline launches more flights from the UK to ‘affordable luxury' holiday hotspot
MORE flights are launching from the UK on an airline named the best in the world. Qatar Airways was once again named the world's best airline in this year's Skytrax awards, dubbed the Aviation Oscars. And despite already having flights from Manchester and London Heathrow, it has revealed that even more are launching. Connecting the UK to the Qatar capital of Doha, London Heathrow will get an extra two flights a day, taking it from eight to 10. And Manchester will go from 21 weekly flights to 24. Qatar Airways Chief Commercial Officer, Mr. Thierry Antinori, said: 'Qatar Airways is consistently witnessing a steady rise in demand for our 5-star services to some of the most prominent destinations in the world, most notably for London, Dublin, Cape Town, and São Paulo. " The airline's huge new winter expansion also includes the launch of flights from Melbourne to Doha in collaboration with Qatar Airways, as well as restart flights to Canberra. Madrid, Frankfurt, Berlin and Dublin will also be getting more flights. The UK flights to Doha take around eight hours, and is often used as a stopover for longer flights to Asia and Australia. However, Doha is fast becoming an alternative holiday hotspot for Brits who want affordable, five star luxury. Presenter Josie Gibson previously raved about Doha, telling Sun Travel: "I was really taken back by Doha, they had some of the best hotels I've ever been to. "In London, they'd be something like £1,000 a night, but in Doha, you're only looking at £200 - it's very much a cheap luxury." The huge new £4.3billion attraction right on the beach that claims it will 'rival Disneyland' with rides and resorts This was even backed by The Sun's Assistant Travel Editor, Sophie Swietochowski, who recently visited. She said: " Doha Beach Club is less than a 20-minute drive from the airport and bang in the centre of the city with views of glimmering skyscrapers from the white sands. "Entry prices vary, but mid-week and during off-peak times, such as Ramadan, you can gain access for just £6, or ladies can visit for free on a Tuesday." Not only that, but Doha's Hamad International Airport is also named one of the best in the world. Here's what Sophie thought of it while travelling through - and how she stumbled across an amazing indoor swimming pool. What is it like flying with Qatar Airways? The Sun's Assistant Travel Editor Sophie Swietochowski tried out the airline's economy cabin. "Economy seats in Qatar Airways' newer aircrafts feel much roomier than those on other airlines I've travelled with. "The design is sleek and stylish and there are conveniently-placed USB ports for charging your devices, but that's not what makes the carrier standout. "For me, the highlight of flying Qatar Airways is the service - staff are diligent and eager to please, ensuring that you're well looked after and refreshed throughout the journey. And Sun Travel's Deputy Editor Kara Godfrey reviewed Qatar Airways' business class Qsuite. "I was lucky enough to recently be invited onboard with Qatar Airways, to try out their Qsuite Business Class - and I'm not sure how I will ever go back to economy. "Feeling more like First Class, it often dominates other airlines when it comes to awards and the Qsuite felt like a hotel on a plane - having its very own private door you can close. "Along with the high walls around you, it felt like you were in a little bedroom, where no one can see inside. "Despite nearly seven hours on a plane, I didn't want it to be over, and was almost sad to be arriving in Doha." Another airline is launching more long-haul flights to Asia from the UK. And India is getting flights with a new budget airline from the UK. 2
Daily Record
20-07-2025
- Entertainment
- Daily Record
Josie Gibson's major new role at ITV as This Morning presenter takes on personal project
Josie Gibson will soon be seen on ITV's This Morning as she stands in for Cat Deeley and Ben Shephard while they take a break this summer. She'll also star in an ITV show. This Morning's Josie Gibson is set to transform her Somerset abode into the "dream home" she's always envisioned in an upcoming ITV series. The 40 year old television personality, who rose to fame after clinching victory on Big Brother in 2010, has since presented a variety of shows including Channel 5's Around The World In First Class and Channel 4's Ultimate Christmas Gift Guide With Josie Gibson. In addition to finishing fourth in I'm A Celebrity... Get Me Out Of Here! in 2023, Gibson has become a familiar face on This Morning and is gearing up to cover for Cat Deeley and Ben Shephard during their summer hiatus. Hailing from Bristol, the TV favourite is embarking on a project to revamp her Somerset residence with an emphasis on sustainable living. Her plans include installing a subterranean heat pump, cultivating her own produce, and establishing beehives on the property. Josie expressed her aspirations: "My dream is to build a house as eco and luxurious as possible, where you are immersed in the sanctuary of nature." She further elaborated on her vision: "I want to use the acres of land to try my best to have a little small holding. I want bees, birds, badgers to all live in harmony." However, she also voiced concerns about the project: "Though I'm becoming increasingly concerned that my harmonious dream is slowly turning into a construction nightmare. I can't wait to bring the audience along on this journey with me." Gibson won't be tackling the renovation solo; she'll be drawing on the expertise of her brothers, Josh and Charlie, who are scrap metal traders, and her cousin Tom. Together, they aim to construct a haven complete with an on-site gym, a walk-in wardrobe, and tinted windows. The seven-part series, Josie Gibson's Big Country Build, is set to air across ITV1, STV, ITVX and STV Player in 2026. Katie Rawcliffe, Director of entertainment and daytime for ITV, commented: "She's done a stint in the jungle and tackled all manner of outlandish tasks on This Morning, but our audiences are about to see a completely new side to Josie Gibson as she embraces country life and takes sustainable living to a whole new level." In a recent interview, Josie opened up about the challenges of juggling motherhood with her career. She said: "I often suffer from mum guilt. I beat myself up that I'm not with Reggie all the time because you never get that time back with your kid." Despite the tough choices she faced while forging her path in television, Josie now enjoys a more harmonious work-life balance. Reflecting on her journey, she revealed: "There was a point where I worked a lot - far too much - but I needed to get where I wanted to be, and I sacrificed time with him and that was really sad. These days, I have much more of a balance."
Daily Mail
18-07-2025
- Entertainment
- Daily Mail
This Morning meets Grand Designs as Josie Gibson takes fans inside her country mansion for new primetime ITV series Big Country Build
This Morning star Josie Gibson has landed herself a brand new job starring in her own TV show. The 40-year-old - who regularly appears as a step-in host for the ITV show - will face the upcoming ITV programme Josie Gibson's Big Country Build. The seven-part series has allowed for cameras to follow her journey of transforming her huge Somerset property into a modern pad. Josie will be joined by her rarely-seen family members brothers Josh and Charlie, who are scrap metal traders, as well as her builder cousin Tom. Not only that, she's keen to follow a sustainable life style, so the camera crew will follow her growing her own produce and installing an underground heat pump for bees. ITV's press release states: 'The extensive renovation will be followed every step of the way as Josie attempts to assemble her dream home, complete with an on-site gym, walk-in wardrobe, and blacked out windows. 'And as she adapts to new surroundings, Josie will be building lots of new friendships with neighbours who could prove integral towards making her renovation dreams a reality.' Speaking about her new show, Josie said: 'My dream is to build a house as eco and luxurious as possible where you are immersed in the sanctuary of nature. 'I want to use the acres of land to try and my best to have a little small holding. I want bees, birds, badgers, to all live in harmony. 'Though, I'm becoming increasingly concerned that my harmonious dream is slowly turning into a construction nightmare.. 'I can't wait to bring the audience along on this journey with me!' The show is commissioned by Katie Rawliffe, who is Director of Entertainment & Daytime for ITV, as well as Lily Wilson, Commissioning Editor for ITV. Katie said: 'She's done a stint in the jungle and tackled all manner of outlandish tasks on This Morning, but our audiences are about to see a completely new side to Josie Gibson as she embraces country life and takes sustainable living to a whole new level!' Dom Bird, Senior Vice President, MGM Unscripted added: 'Josie's energy is infectious and her enthusiasm unstoppable. Her renovation experience, however, is less apparent. 'They'll be chaos, charm, and more than a few bumps in the road as Josie and her band of builders attempt to turn her newly acquired wreck into the dream home she's always wanted.' Josie Gibson's Big Country Build is produced by MGM Alternative UK. Sarah Clarke is series producer. In a sneak preview of the show, Josie can be seen saying walking around the property saying: 'Can't wait to start knocking it down... 'That's the best bit innit. 'This is being smashed out. All the doors are going... that's going. 'This wall is going to be knocked out. That wall is going to go... 'The entire thing is going to be demolished. And this is going to be glass from the bottom all the way up to the top.' Fans are very excited, with one saying on Instagram: 'Can't wait for this!!!' 'How fabulous.' 'ooooooo how exciting can't wait to watch.' 'That's gonna be a great show Josie.' Josie shot to fame in 2010 when she won the 11th series of the Channel 4 series of Big Brother. The star became a huge hit with fans and has gone on to have a very successful telly career. She joined the This Morning team in 2019 and regularly steps in for the main presenters when they are away. Josie also presents segments and competitions. The host has starred in various other TV shows over the years. Josie has appeared on 8 Out of 10 Cats, Loose Women, The Jump, Cooking with the Stars, I'm A Celebrity and The Masked Singer UK. The presenter is also proud mum to her son Reggie-James.
Leader Live
18-07-2025
- Entertainment
- Leader Live
Josie Gibson to transform Somerset property into her dream home in ITV series
The TV star, from Bristol, will install an underground heat pump, grow her own food and set up beehives in an attempt to centre the development around sustainable living. Gibson, 40, said 'My dream is to build a house as eco and luxurious as possible, where you are immersed in the sanctuary of nature. 'I want to use the acres of land to try my best to have a little small holding. I want bees, birds, badgers to all live in harmony. A post shared by ITV (@itv) 'Though I'm becoming increasingly concerned that my harmonious dream is slowly turning into a construction nightmare. I can't wait to bring the audience along on this journey with me.' The seven-part series will see Gibson team up with her brothers, scrap metal traders Josh and Charlie, as well as her cousin Tom to create a dream home fitted with an on-site gym, walk-in wardrobe, and blacked out windows. Director of entertainment and daytime for ITV, Katie Rawcliffe, said: 'She's done a stint in the jungle and tackled all manner of outlandish tasks on This Morning, but our audiences are about to see a completely new side to Josie Gibson as she embraces country life and takes sustainable living to a whole new level.' Gibson, who won reality show Big Brother in 2010, has presented programmes including Channel 5's Around The World In First Class and Channel 4's Ultimate Christmas Gift Guide With Josie Gibson. She finished fourth on I'm A Celebrity… Get Me Out Of Here! in 2023. Josie Gibson's Big Country Build will be broadcast across ITV1, STV, ITVX and STV Player in 2026.
Daily Record
18-07-2025
- Entertainment
- Daily Record
Josie Gibson admits 'I can't wait' as she takes on role outside of This Morning
This Morning favourite Josie Gibson is set to front her own TV show away from the ITV programme, as she embarks on the 'renovation of a lifetime'. ITV has revealed that This Morning star Josie Gibson is set to front her own television programme separate from This Morning. Described as embarking on a 'renovation of a lifetime', Josie will be welcoming ITV audiences into her fresh West Country residence. The programme, dubbed Josie Gibson's Big Country Build, will follow the 40-year-old as she tackles the mammoth task of transforming her rundown Somerset property into a contemporary 21st-century dwelling. With cameras capturing the mayhem that ensues, Josie is determined to cultivate her own produce and generate her own power, showcasing her commitment to environmental consciousness and eco-friendly living. A description of the programme states: "In a bid to ensure her new home and the stunning landscape around her is protected and preserved. "From installing an underground heat pump to setting up auto-flowing beehives, Josie will explore ways to maintain her four acres of land in the most eco-friendly way." The series, produced by MGM Alternative UK, is slated to broadcast in 2026 and will comprise seven episodes. Throughout the journey, ITV audiences will witness Josie collaborating with her siblings and scrap metal dealers Josh and Charlie, reports the Mirror. Her relative 'Builder Tom' will also be offering assistance, joined by an array of quirky neighbours all eager to support Josie in bringing her dream venture to fruition. Prior to the series, Josie revealed: "My dream is to build a house as eco and luxurious as possible, where you are immersed in the sanctuary of nature. I want to use the acres of land to try and do my best to have a little small holding. "I want bees, birds, and badgers to all live in harmony. Though I'm becoming increasingly concerned that my harmonious dream is slowly turning into a construction nightmare.. I can't wait to bring the audience along on this journey with me!" ITV audiences will witness every stage of the renovation venture as the This Morning presenter endeavours to create her ideal dwelling. Featuring tinted windows, a walk-through wardrobe and a personal fitness suite, Josie certainly has her hands full. The synopsis added: "She adapts to new surroundings, Josie will be building lots of new friendships with neighbours who could prove integral towards making her renovation dreams a reality."
