Tourism and Treats in the South Devon Hills
When city life gets too much, an escape to the country can be just the antidote to gloomy autumn blues. Set in the glorious South Devon hills between Totnes, Paignton…
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Unearthing Authentic Greece In Zakynthos
The taxi driver from Zante airport was, as usual, the font of all local knowledge. ‘Greek food,’ he smiled, ‘is healthy food. ‘Fresh, local, delicious. We only have one McDonald’s…
Bolthole Gem In The Vale of the White Horse
“Every now and then go away, have a little relaxation, for when you come back to your work your judgement will be surer.” Wise words from Renaissance artist Leonardo Da…
A Perfect Family Getaway In The Peak District
Rolling across the Pennines’ southernmost hills is the glorious Peak District National Park, where ancient stone villages are folded into the landscape’s creases, and hillsides are littered with stately homes…
Want A Happy Holiday? Don’t Take The Kids!
As the summer holidays get underway, all thoughts lead to how to make the most of the summer break and return to work rested and revived. But for the parents…
Be Swept Away By Magical Kefalonia
The Greek islands have enchanted people for many years with their sparkling blue green water, dramatic coastlines and sunny climes. Kefalonia was the first Greek Island I ever went to,…
Getaway To Goodwood, And Not A Horse In Sight!
If someone says Goodwood to you, you’ll probably think of cars. Loud, fast ones at the Festival of Speed, or pretty vintage ones at Goodwood Revival. You might think of…
Living La Dolce Vita In Tuscany
TRESPASSING ‘Violators will be shot. Survivors will be shot again,’ proclaimed a stark notice on the forbidding iron railings of Villa Ciclopica. ‘ATTENTI AL CANE,’ reinforced the stark warning. …
Campervanning With Kids? Here’s What You Need To Know
As a lover of home comforts and my own space, booking a campervan holiday has never even neared the top of my must-do list. Give me a facial over a…
The Disney Cruise – A Family Holiday for Parents?
A Disney cruise is a family holiday with a dawn till dusk kids club, run by a company that have some pretty good credentials when it comes to children’s entertainment. …
