In this week’s episode, Simon and Greg explore the impending “staycation stampede” as the UK swelters in yet another heatwave: is it a real trend, or just the usual summer rush?

They also discuss whether the best seaside towns are in the North or the South, and delve into the great debate of sandy versus shingle beaches.

Moving from the coastline to the skies, they discuss the potential easyJet takeover by investment firm Castlelake and what it means for your future travel plans. Plus, the latest on the new “Euro-visa”, Etias, which might be delayed once again.

As always, Simon and Greg answer some of your pressing travel questions, including overlooked budget travel destinations in France and advice on a trip to Jordan. Send your questions to thetravelexpert@telegraph.co.uk.

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Lead Producer: Georgia Coan

Head of Travel: Ben Ross

Video Producer: Carla Mercer

Studio Operator: Meghan Searle

Highlights:

• The great North vs South debate: where is Britain’s top seaside resort?
• What a potential easyJet takeover means for your holiday plans

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In this week’s episode, Simon and Greg welcome into the studio the co-founder of Lonely Planet, Tony Wheeler. Tony has travelled to every corner of the world, including 47 US states. To mark the 250th anniversary of US independence, Greg and Simon quiz Tony on his opinions on tipping culture, roadside motels, and the pros and cons of the Amtrak service.

They also discuss the recent chaos across European airports, which saw one group of British schoolchildren stranded overnight at Barcelona airport – why didn’t their airline step up to the mark and provide accommodation?

Plus, they answer your burning travel questions, including a Scandinavian city break dilemma, and the ideal time to book a flight to Prague. Send your questions to thetravelexpert@telegraph.co.uk.

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Video Producer: Carla Mercer

Producer: Georgia Coan

Executive Producer: Louisa Wells

Head of Travel: Ben Ross

Studio Operator: Meghan Searle

Highlights:

• The best (and worst) of US travel, from the co-founder of Lonely Planet
• Your rights when flights go wrong

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In this week’s episode, Simon calls in from a boat in the Outer Hebrides while Greg roasts in central London. With the mercury surpassing 40°C in some corners of Europe, they discuss the best destinations to sidestep the Continental heat, including a “coolcation” in a laid-back Spanish coastal town.

Plus, they discuss the Foreign Office removing its Dubai travel advisory. What does this mean for long-haul stopovers, and will holidays to the Middle East now be cheaper? Simon and Greg delve into what it all means.

As Simon weaves between Scottish islands, they discuss the rising popularity of the “no-fly cruise” — from British shores you can reach the Med, the Norwegian fjords and even Greenland without boarding a flight. Do the pros outweigh the cons?

Plus, they answer your burning travel questions, including how many bottles of duty free alcohol you can take onto a flight, and the best way to tackle mega-airports with mobility requirements.

Send your questions to thetravelexpert@telegraph.co.uk.

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Video Producer: Carla Mercer

Producer: Georgia Coan

Executive Producer: Louisa Wells

Head of Travel: Ben Ross

Studio Operator: James England

Highlights

• Europe's top ‘coolcations’ to beat the summer heat
• Why does British transport fall apart during a heatwave?

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