Whether you’re celebrating a big birthday or simply looking to leave behind the hustle and bustle of daily life, partying abroad is a popular choice. With no work to get up for the next day, partying on holiday is the perfect opportunity to let...
Travelling has long been a favourite pastime for many Brits because it offers unique opportunities to escape the humdrum of ordinary life and disconnect from common stressors. Pre-pandemic, The Office for National Statistics (ONS) estimates that UK...
After the restrictions and chaos of the past couple of years the idea of planning the trip you’ve always wanted, might feel too good to be true. It is hard to calm that niggling voice in the back of your mind telling you something is bound to go...
Heading south this summer, use new free app Beach Check UK to avoid the crowds Beach Check UK is a new free app that gives live updates to help you beat the crowds when heading to the coast. Users can see how busy a beach is, how many car parking...
I feel rather ashamed about my previous lack of awareness in terms of the LGBTQ history of Berlin. When I saw that this tour was entitled ‘Berlin – The World’s first LGBTQ Capital’ I was not convinced, however, over the hour-long tour, as my...
As the pandemic rumbles on, it is not surprising if life has started to feel like Groundhog Day. You wake up, you have your morning routine, go to work, do your job, come home, complete your evening routine, and then the alarm goes in the morning...
Lorraine Worsley-Carter goes on a live virtual walking tour to discover the secrets of Barcelona As an avid traveller and seeker of information near and far, I have always shied away from virtual city tours, and have preferred to investigate first...
The idea of a staycation may seem too close to home to feel like you are truly on holiday. But, being a local tourist has many benefits for all the family, including our four-legged friends. You can take your dogOur dogs have supported us more than...
It’s fair to say travel will be different this summer. Overseas travel is being actively discouraged, leaving many feeling their options for a holiday are limited. Staycations are here to stay – for 2021 at least. So, here’s some inspiration for...
Since spring break 2020, COVID-19 has posed challenges to all aspects of daily life. Children, especially, have had a stressful time with learning, health, and separation from friends. With plans for 2020 being disrupted for most families, this...