Alex Armstrong shares peek into Italian getaway as GB News star enjoys sun-soaked break away from screens

Alex was last seen alongside Ellie Costello on Wednesday's Breakfast, while Nana Akua filled in for him on Saturday's Alex Armstrong Tonight.

Keeping fans up to date during his absence, Alex shared a series of pictures from the first few days of his Italian holiday on Instagram on Sunday.

In the first snap of the slideshow, Alex smiles for the camera just after sunset with the picturesque Sorrento skyline behind him.

Famous for its lemons, Alex then provided a snap of a fruit and veg stall from the Sorrento markets, with a warning of "don't touch" erected to deter tourists from handling the produce.

Alex then shared a video with his fans, capturing the sound of the Gulf of Naples as the sun sets in the distance.

Keen to take in the sights, Alex then shared a series of snaps and clips from his trips to the city's historic landmarks.

He signed off the post with a clip of the sun beaming down on a town square as Alex spun the camera to share with viewers the picturesque Italian location.

After sharing the update, it didn't take long for several members of the GB News family to share their well-wishes.

Sophie Reaper, Cameron Walker, Bev Turner, and Charlie Peters were among Alex's followers who 'liked' the update on Instagram.

And poking fun at Alex's hectic work schedule in recent weeks, Charlie couldn't resist commenting: "You're allowed to go on holiday?"

Meanwhile, fans similarly weighed in to wish Alex well and compliment the snaps and clips he shared.

"Gorgeous pics! Went to Sorrento last year, such a beautiful place," one fan commented.

"Enjoy that well-deserved break," a second added, while a third echoed: "Looks beautiful Alex, have a great time and rest."

"Hope you're having a great well-deserved break mate," a fourth commented, while a fifth praised: "My favourite on @gbnews! Have a fantastic time!" (sic)

Alex isn't the only star of The People's Channel to have delighted fans of late by providing a glimpse at their breaks abroad.

National Reporter Sophie Reaper left her followers in awe this month when she shared a series of jaw-dropping snaps from her safari holiday in Kenya.

Meanwhile, Good Afternoon Britain star Tom Harwood couldn't resist poking fun at the wet British weather from his vacation last week.

And newsreader Tatiana Sanchez gave fans a peek into her glamorous getaway to Bali, Indonesia, during her time away from screens in June.