You don’t have to go too far afield to enjoy an adventure – Snowdonia offers the perfect summer break for those craving a bit more than just a beach. Offering beautiful views and plenty to do, Hannah Kacary recommends some of the best pastimes in this region of the great outdoors… Are you starting to think about where to spend
The Channel Islands offer a unique adventure for travellers who love nature and the great outdoors, and just on your doorstep is one of the smallest, Sark Nestled in the English Channel just off the Normandy coast, Sark is the fourth smallest of the Channel Islands. Although part of the Bailiwick of Guernsey, it has its own parliament and laws
Treat yourself to delicious seafood and wine from surrounding vineyards at Hastings’ renowned Seafood and Wine Festival on 17th and 18th September The Seafood and Wine Festival in Hastings is a popular event that has been going for over ten years. Positioned on the Stade next to the fishing beach and Hastings’ unique net huts, with a backdrop of the
When we think of an island getaway, our minds are often filled with the thought of Caribbean sand or South East Asian heat. But the UK has some amazing sights, fascinating history and impressive wildlife on islands just on its doorstep – why not make the most of it? Gathered together just off the coast of France, the Channel Islands
Despite being the closest Channel Island to the UK mainland, Alderney offers a unique break away, with a huge depth of history, things to do and sights to see… The tiny island of Alderney is the most northerly of the Channel Islands, a unique archipelago that has been part of the British Isles since the Norman Conquest in 1066, but
Editor, Jenny Ardagh visits Cornwall with Blue Chip Holidays, staying at The Dell bungalow, overlooking Whitsand Bay. The south coast has always left me stunned at its beauty; how the light shifting across the sea, the cliff edges and the land beyond it can change the landscape so dramatically. On a sunny day, there’s nowhere I would rather be due
The centre for education, culture, festivals and the arts, and situated in the central ‘belt’ of Scotland, it’s easy to see why Edinburgh is such an inspiring capital city. Edinburgh combines stunning landscape with a city centre that boasts a hub of activity. The Old Town of the city hosts medieval courtyards, cobbled, narrow streets and alleyways and an insight
Just you, your car, and a whole world to explore… In a world where everything is instant – instant messaging, instant coffee, instant gratification, isn’t it nice to slow down and enjoy the ride every now and then? As they say – it’s the journey that matters, not the destination. You can jump on a plane and be somewhere
Len Mansfield and his wife review Holiday Inn Winchester prior to a cruise from Southampton We could say the car park was a bit of a hike to the reception area, however you can of course (as we did) drop your bags at reception before parking. On the plus side, the car park is huge and secure – so
Brief, fleeting… but worth every second When time is precious and life is full, a short break away is often the most practical option. You don’t need to travel far to explore new landscapes and ‘get away from it all’. There are many stunning land and cityscapes right here in the UK – and no more so than in our
