Glamping? That’s not real camping! This is my husband’s response when I suggest we upgrade from tents for a family holiday in Norfolk. He proceeds to wax lyrical about the joy of dewy grass underfoot on the morning dash to the compost loo and the incomparable closeness to nature that only a night spent with … Read more
Caravans have not always enjoyed the best of reputations — at least not among those who have never experienced this essential British holiday pastime. Many of us will only be familiar with the infuriating situation of being stuck behind one on a narrow, winding country lane. But caravan parks could be set for a bonanza … Read more
Checking in… Singer Paul Young reveals why America is his favourite holiday destination and recalls the time he ate a duck’s tongue in Taiwan By Richard Webber For The Daily Mail Published: 11:01 BST, 29 June 2020 | Updated: 11:01 BST, 29 June 2020 Singer Paul Young checks in to our travel Q&A this week … Read more
Is a £280 fee to change Ryanair flights excessive? It’s one of the many coronavirus topics tackled by the Holiday Guru this week By Daily Mail Reporter Published: 10:47 BST, 29 June 2020 | Updated: 10:58 BST, 29 June 2020 The Holiday Guru is always on hand to fix your travel conundrums. This week, the … Read more
Armchair travel: Historian Bettany Hughes’ podcast investigates the ‘fairy-tale chateau’ where Queen Victoria was fascinated by ‘new’ electric light switches in 1890 Bettany Hughes showcases Britain’s grandest houses in a National Trust podcast Experts from Viking River Cruises feature in a series of bite-sized documentaries Bring home the perks of a BA first-class cabin with … Read more
Getting holidays back on track: How trains can beat planes if you’re heading to Europe this summer Neil Simpson looks at some of the best ideas for a safety-first rail journey The Eurostar from London is the perfect way to begin your travels, he says Forget about sharing a crowded airport terminal – and boarding … Read more
The other way is Essex! Forget that TV image… this beautiful county has great art, a traditional seaside – and no crowds Start an Essex adventure in Epping where you can enjoy 6,000 acres of forest Colchester ‘punches above its weight for arts and culture’ with its castle and zoo Visit Mersea Island to take … Read more
London and the South East are often associated with congestion and urban sprawl – but if you know where to look, wild adventures are available. Wild Guide London & South East (www.wildthingspublishing.com), written by Daniel Start, Lucy Grewcock and Elsa Hammond, is an intriguing and highly useful compendium of thousands of them. It lists secret … Read more
Holidays are going to appear different this summer — and so are we. But we don’t have to cover ourselves in ugly PPE to stay safe as we jet off to Europe. Here are the best accessories to pack in these health-conscious times. SANITISER NECKLACES For the ultimate high-fashion hand sanitiser statement, New York designer Sarah … Read more
Gibraltar rocks! A floating hotel, family-friendly beaches, lively nightlife and even a decent cuppa await at this historic British outpost Gibraltar has a lively night scene, beaches, wildlife and spectacular scenery It has sunshine – even deep into October – and you can walk everywhere The Daily Mail’s Mark Palmer enjoyed a stay aboard Sunborn, … Read more