Solo travel offers independence and self-discovery benefits, but often comes at a higher cost compared to travelling as a pair. Popular among Gen Z and Millennials, solo travel is on the rise, with solo travellers being charged up to 87% more than those holidaying as a pair due to single supplements. While some find ways to cut costs, such as travelling in shoulder seasons or staying in hostels, the ‘singles tax’ can still be a deterrent for some solo travellers, leading them to opt out of booking trips altogether.
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Infected blood victims dying ‘two a week’ as thousands await compensation
Tony Summers, who lost his son to HIV and Hepatitis C from infected blood products, waits for compensation amidst the UK's infected blood scandal. More than 30,000 people were affected, with over 3,000 deaths, prompting a £11.8bn compensation fund. However, delays have caused only 18 people to receive compensation so far, with victims dying at a rate of two per week. Full Article
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