IS ALICANTE WORTH VISITING? For years I associated Alicante, Spain, as the gateway for all beer-loving, football-shirt-wearing Brits to their beloved Benidorm – a concrete jungle of high-rise hotels built in the decade architecture forgot. So why would anyone book an Alicante city break? The two-hour flight with orange pensioners and hen parties could…
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A Weekend in Krk Island, Croatia
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Over the last couple of years, Staithes has become a special place to me and my girlfriends. A weekend retreat that feels like a big northern hug, and a salty detox of our fast-paced city lives. It continues to tick all of our boxes, and there are plenty of things to do in Staithes that…
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A Day With The Bard – Stratford Upon Avon For Shakespeare Fans
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Explore the best things to do in Cologne on a weekend city break. Where to eat, see and stay in Cologne, Germany. Travel Guide with top tips and best bits.
The Best Family Resorts In Mallorca
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Trying to figure out where to stay in the Peak District. Consider our Top 5 Peak District Hotel suggestions to make your planning a little easier…
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One Day In Venice – For Kids
Venice with kids is very doable, even as a day trip – you just have to know where to go!
Tip and highlights for a one day in Venice itinerary with kids, plus a free interactive map.
The 10 Best Weekend Breaks In Europe You’ve Not Thought Of Yet
You’ve done Paris, Rome and Venice… where to next? Check out our alternatives list – some of the best weekend getaways in Europe you may not have thought of yet. #Europe #citybreaks
Visiting Kanoni Corfu – The Most Photographed Spot On The Island
WHAT IS KANONI, CORFU LIKE? On the other side of the Mon Repos bay adjacent to Corfu town, rises a lush green hill that you most definitely want to visit! The neighbourhood of Kanoni on the Paliopoli peninsula is possibly Corfu’s most photographed spot and it’s easy to see why. Visiting Kanoni, Corfu – Guide…
Family Holidays To Lake Garda With Teenagers
If you’re considering booking a family holiday to Lake Garda with teenagers we’ve got you covered for all the best places to visit and things to do. #LakeGarda #ItalianLakes
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Figuring out where to stay in Lake Garda can be a conundrum and difficult to know where to start! Whether you are travelling as a family, for a romantic break or for adventure we’ve got you covered with our Lake Garda suggestions…
Why Visit Nazaré? Portugal’s Unique Little Beach Village
Visit Nazaré, Portugal – An Original Seaside Experience! The sleepy little fishing village of Nazaré, on Portugal’s west coast, was a well-kept secret until 2011. Only those in the know were booking summer holidays or day trips to this ancient beach resort, and they were quite happy to keep their hidden gem to themselves. But…
Things To Do In Tomar, Portugal – A Day Trip Guide
IS TOMAR, PORTUGAL, WORTH VISITING? If like me, you’re a sniffer-hound for historical obscurities, you may have happened upon the town of Tomar in central Portugal for its connection to the Knights Templar. And yet, whilst Tomar Castle and The Convent of The Christ (the Knights’ former home) attract many visitors to this corner of…
