Countdown to D23 Expo 2022

Countdown to D23 Expo 2022

It's quite hard to believe, but we are almost three weeks away from the return of the Ultimate Disney Fan...
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A Staycation at the London Marriott County Hall

A Staycation at the London Marriott County Hall

Hey there! Welcome to JetsettingBen. Just so you know all views are my own and do not reflect those of...
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Visiting the bridge of the Disney Magic

Visiting the bridge of the Disney Magic

Hello everyone - it's been a while since my last post, but I wanted to check-in and I hope that...
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A trip on the British Airways i360

A trip on the British Airways i360

As travel is still somewhat of a distant memory for me, today I am sharing my recent experience of visiting...
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UPDATED: Disney Magic at Sea Booking Dates and Itineraries Revealed

UPDATED: Disney Magic at Sea Booking Dates and Itineraries Revealed

Last month I wrote a article about Disney Cruise Line announcing their intention to offer a selection of UK "staycation"...
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Celebrity Cruises is returning to the UK this Summer!

Celebrity Cruises is returning to the UK this Summer!

This morning Celebrity Cruises have announced the Celebrity Silhouette will be offering a series of six to eight-night "Luxury Staycation"...
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Disney Magic at Sea – UK Cruise Staycations Announced!

Disney Magic at Sea – UK Cruise Staycations Announced!

Disney Cruise Line are jumping on the bandwagon of the likes of P&O Cruises and Cunard Line to offer a...
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Disney announces DisneylandForward – plans for future expansion in Anaheim

Disney announces DisneylandForward – plans for future expansion in Anaheim

Yesterday Disney made a somewhat unexpected announcement, on something which provides a lot of optimism regarding the future of the...
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Should you book a holiday right now?

Should you book a holiday right now?

It's a question which many have asked recently... should you even consider booking a holiday right now? Let's cut to...
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Paid-For Airport Lounges: Are They Worth It?

Paid-For Airport Lounges: Are They Worth It?

Whenever I'm travelling through an airport, I've only really spent the majority of my time in the departures area seeing...
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