It’s showtime in Andalucía! How I found my voice on a musical theatre retreat With tuition from West End pros, this week-long singing break in southern Spain hits all the right notes The Guardian - UK · Jun 2, 2025
Europe's 10 most affordable destinations for an adventure holiday Want to go off-the-beaten-track without breaking the bank? These are the European gems where you can spend small in exchange for epic scenery and unforgettable experiences Evening Standard · Jun 1, 2025
A compact guide to Costa Rica: what to see, eat and do in the jungle paradise Need a break from the capital? Charlotte Lytton heads to Costa Rica in search of lush rainforests and diverse wildlife with a side of show-stopping cuisine Evening Standard · Jun 1, 2025
From DJing and folk to songwriting and salsa: 10 of the best music and singing holidays Combine beautiful locations with musical creativity on these perfectly pitched learning breaks from Somerset to Marrakech The Guardian - UK · Jun 1, 2025
Norway’s Lofoten islands: an Arctic wonderland that will blow your holiday expectations out of the water When Nick Howells visited historic village resort Nusfjord, he discovered a wild landscape that inspired Frozen and drama as breathtaking as any Disney movie Evening Standard · Jun 1, 2025
Aussie Woman Stuck in Chinese Airport for 18 Hours After Making 1 Crucial Mistake An Australian woman was forced to spend 18 hours in a Chinese airport after losing her passport mid-flight. With no internet access and limited support, Maddi Healey's long-awaited holiday ended in despair—offering a stark reminder of how quickly international travel can unravel. International Business Times UK · May 31, 2025
Why Jeremy Vine adores Appledore: a guide to the perfect staycation in North Devon From ice cream by the water to a book festival and a row-boat tug of war, the presenter and author loves every inch of this adorable seaside town Evening Standard · May 31, 2025
‘The soul of Irish traditional music’: a musical journey through County Clare Ireland’s west coast is home to a flourishing live music scene, with the pubs and music festivals attracting world-class players The Guardian - UK · May 31, 2025
Why Perth has more to offer than just Ashes cricket this winter From island getaways to white sand beaches and fine-dining restaurants, Michael Jones discovers that this Australian city has plenty to offer cricket fans beyond the game The Independent UK · May 30, 2025
‘This is not a wellness retreat’: four days on an Australian wilderness survival course With help from Gordon Dedman, a consultant on Alone Australia, Rafqa Touma learns how to survive in the wild The Guardian - AU · May 30, 2025
‘Beautiful locations to learn in’: readers’ favourite creative breaks Photography, writing, painting and music learning holidays have all ignited our readers’ creative spark, at retreats from Snowdonia to Sicily The Guardian - UK · May 30, 2025
Inspired by Charli xcx's wedding? How to plan a late spring or autumn break to Sicily Autumn is when the produce is at its finest and it’s the ideal temperature for eating al fresco — now is the time for a Sicilian sojourn, says Rosalyn Wikeley Evening Standard · May 29, 2025
Travelling with hand luggage only? All the packing hacks to know, according to frequent flyers From the sandwich technique to the best multi-tasking beauty buys, here’s how to hack the luggage limit on your next flight — without compromising on style Evening Standard · May 29, 2025
The Guardian - UK · May 29, 2025 Look east: an exhilarating weekend in London’s new cultural quarter The opening of the V&A Storehouse and Sadler’s Wells East mark the transformation of the Queen Elizabeth Olympic Park into an exciting new creative hub for the capital
The Independent UK · May 28, 2025 Fairmont La Hacienda Costa del Sol, Spain hotel review HOTELS: Amelia Neath checks in
The Independent UK · May 28, 2025 Airlines raked in over $7B in revenue thanks to check-in bag fees Southwest has ended its nearly 50-year "Bags Fly Free" policy, joining other U.S. airlines in profiting from record checked bag fees.
The Guardian - UK · May 28, 2025 Stand up too early when your plane lands? That’ll be £50, please Turkey is trying to deter people from queue-jumping when disembarking an aeroplane. But is it a worse crime than reclining your seat?
The Guardian - UK · May 28, 2025 ‘Five-star Exmoor views for £15 a night’: a bothy-to-bothy walk along the North Devon coast The South West Coast Path and the Coleridge Way link National Trust bothies, pubs and sea cliffs on an exhilarating three-day walk
Evening Standard · May 28, 2025 The best places to snorkel near London (yes, really) — from Margate to Eastbourne There’s a surprising amount of sea life to explore close, say Emma and Gordon Taylor
The Guardian - UK · May 27, 2025 Lead on, Macduff: how the tide turned for Aberdeenshire’s art deco lido The pavilion at Tarlair lido, on the coast outside Macduff, has reopened after a decade-long restoration campaign. Now swimmers await the whistle to hit the pools again
Evening Standard · May 27, 2025 Five lesser-touristed towns to visit in the South of France to swerve the crowds It’s still possible to have a relaxed break on the French Riviera. These are the sedate hidden gems to swap for some of its most beloved, bustling towns — without compromising on style
The Guardian - UK · May 26, 2025 Share a tip on a summer holiday in the mountains Tell us about your favourite summer break in Europe’s mountains – the best tip wins £200 towards a Coolstays break
The Guardian - UK · May 26, 2025 In the company of wolves … and Romans: hiking Portugal’s only national park You won’t see legions of tourists on this trail in Peneda-Gerês, first blazed by ancient imperial invaders – but it’s just possible you’ll see a lone wolf