Emmerdale star Mark Charnock has received plenty of well wishes from fans after swapping the UK for Italy.
The Marlon Dingle actor has been on the long-running ITV soap for a whopping 27 years, making him one of Emmerdale's longest-standing stars. Marlon Dingle is the son of Albert and Delilah Dingle, the brother of Eli Dingle and the father of April Windsor and Leo Goskirk.
The star is a household name, and has continued to win fans over throughout the years.
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He has been at the centre of many of the soap's most iconic storylines, including his recent stroke and subsequent recovery, and supporting his best friend Paddy through a mental health crisis.
On Tuesday, the 54-year-old took to Instagram to share some snaps as he currently takes a break. Captioning the post on Instagram, he said: "Bologna/Parma photo dump. Amazing food, people, places. Bologna now hands down my favourite Italian city."
Fans have been quick to wish Mark well. Taking to the comments section, Alison said: "Have a fab time!", while Victoria said: "Lovely place, I absolutely LOVE Italy!"
Donna said: "How amazing! Your pics look beautiful", and Angie said: "Some stunning photos!"
Emmerdale airs weekdays at 7.30pm on ITV and ITVX
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