Holidays & Travel

Things You Could Do When In North London

North London offers some of the most fun and engaging things that you can do when you are visiting the UK. Many people only think of the heart of the city when they are planning a trip to London and never consider just how much there is to do and see that is outside of the very center of the...

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What to do if you’re stranded in another country

As the world attempts to get to grips with the Coronavirus pandemic , infinite challenges are being placed upon the governments and residents of countries everywhere. Managing the spread of the virus and protecting the population’s health is of course the number one priority, but there are still so many more hurdles to be overcome before any sense of normality can return.

One of...

How to Prepare For the Perfect Holiday to Russia

The word “overwhelming” might not even come close to describing the sheer amount of experiences that await you in Russia. Not only is this country massive in size, but it also contains some of the most incredible cultural experiences that the world has to offer. From stunning architecture to breath-taking natural landscapes, one visit isn’t nearly enough for those who hope to see the...

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Stagecoach South West temporarily withdraw Falcon coach service during Covid-19 lockdown

Bus company Stagecoach South West has announced that it is temporarily withdrawing its Falcon coach service that operates between Plymouth and Bristol. The service will be withdrawn from Sunday 5th April. The decision has come following the latest government and public health advice to stay at home and only travel if your journey is essential.

Stagecoach are working hard to maintain...

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Green is theme as Devon park celebrates new holiday year

Songs, dance and music helped Ladram Bay Holiday Park raise the curtains this March on its 77th year of providing quality family holidays by the sea.

Employees at the Budleigh Salterton park were given a sneak preview of the floor show lined up for this year by its in-house entertainment team.

The occasion was the park's annual conference which traditionally takes place in...

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Shhhhhh.... let's keep this Devon hotel our little secret!

I write this review with a sense of trepidation…

Why?

Because I feel I am giving away a secret.

Worried about the Coronavirus, my partner and I reluctantly decided to cancel a long-awaited trip to Barcelona and opted for a staycation instead.

Spoilt for choice in this beautiful county, there was one place I had always wanted to check out, even though you...

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The Ness House

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What are the Tallest Attractions in the UK?

When it comes to immensely tall buildings, the UK can’t really compete with overseas destinations like New York, Dubai or Tokyo. Like most historic European nations, it doesn’t have any great fondness for skyscrapers.

But with that said, there are still a few high-rise structures, in London and elsewhere, from which you’ll be able to get a great view of your surroundings, and take in...

Chaotic British weather sees sales of European holidays surge - despite Brexit uncertainty

New data released today has revealed a whopping 112% increase in sales of European city and beach holidays compared to 2019 - with Hungary being the destination with the largest increase in interest from UK holidaymakers.

Despite officially leaving the European Union on 31 January, the data shows that it has not affected Brits wanting to escape the UK for Europe's historical...

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Hayes & Jarvis unveils the world’s most instagrammable bears for International Polar Bear Day

To celebrate International Polar Bear Day today (27 February), Hayes & Jarvis has compiled some of the world's favourite bears according to Instagram posts and matched them with the perfect trip to see the furry favourite in its native environment.

Whether it's Winnie the Pooh or Rupert, a dancing grizzly bear dancing in a viral video or a childhood cuddly toy, everyone has a...

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Dog-friendly holidays are the best in the South West!

A study by dog food company tails.com has revealed the best UK location for dog friendly vacations in their ‘Ruff’ Guide to the UK’s Most Dog Friendly Holidays.

From city breaks to seaside escapes, the study uses seven criteria to determine which of the 28 most popular holiday locations offer the most for dogs (and their owners).

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Edinburgh is the

Devon tourism boost as outdoor accommodation bookings increase by 15%

Europe’s largest outdoor accommodation provider Pitchup.com has revealed that Devon’s caravanning and camping sites saw a 15% increase in bookings in 2019, in comparison to 2018. Devon is now Pitchup.com ’s second best selling UK destination behind neighbouring Cornwall, with camping and caravanning bookings through the site bringing in more than £2.8 million to the local economy, equating to...

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