Travel
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The Ultimate Newcastle Weekend Guide: Where to Stay, What to See and the Best Places to Eat & Drink
Friday evening Arrive in Newcastle on a Friday evening and check in to the Maldron Hotel, a modern four star hotel located in the heart of the city. Its central position makes it an ideal base for exploring Newcastle’s historic streets, cultural attractions and vibrant nightlife. After settling in, take a leisurely walk along Grey Street,…
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Maldron Hotel Newcastle Review
Location The Maldron Hotel enjoys a superb location in the heart of Newcastle city centre, making it an excellent base for both business and leisure travellers. For those arriving by train, Newcastle Central Station is just a five minute walk away, allowing for a very easy arrival and departure experience. The hotel’s central position places…
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Why Beamish Museum is one of England’s best attractions
Have you ever wanted to literally walk through a history book? That is exactly what it feels like the moment you step onto the grounds of Beamish, The Living Museum of the North. Spread across 350 acres of beautiful County Durham countryside, Beamish isn’t your typical museum with dusty artefacts behind glass. Instead, it’s a fully…
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Rest at the Nest County Durham Review: Our Stay in the Wren Treehouse
Location: Nestled in the peaceful countryside of County Durham, Rest at the Nest offers the perfect opportunity to switch off from the demands of everyday life and reconnect with nature. Set amongst rolling fields and overlooking a tranquil pond and surrounding countryside, this luxury retreat feels wonderfully secluded while still being within easy reach of…
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VIBE Hotel Darwin Waterfront, Northern Territory Review
Location: The VIBE Hotel Darwin Waterfront is perfectly positioned within the lively waterfront precinct in Darwin’s centre. With restaurants, cafés, bars, shops and a swimming lagoon just a short stroll away, it’s a convenient location for exploring. Arrival and Check-in: We arrived into Darwin airport in the early hours of the morning on board a…
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Courtyard by Marriott Düsseldorf Medien Hafen Review
Location: The Courtyard by Marriott Düsseldorf Medien Hafen enjoys an excellent position in Düsseldorf’s vibrant Medien Hafen district, one of the city’s most modern and architecturally striking areas. Surrounded by contemporary office buildings, waterfront promenades, stylish restaurants and bars, the hotel offers a perfect base for both business and leisure travellers. One of the highlights…
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Japan Tag Düsseldorf – A Detailed Guide
What is Japan Tag? Japan Tag Düsseldorf (Japan Day) is Europe’s largest celebration of Japanese culture and Japanese–German friendship. Every spring, hundreds of thousands of visitors travel to the city for a festival that blends traditional Japanese culture with modern pop culture in a way few other events manage successfully. The festival spreads across the…
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Exploring Ayia Napa, Cyprus with Jet2holidays
There is always something exciting about heading off on a press trip, especially when the destination is somewhere as beautiful as Cyprus. My recent Jet2holidays trip to Ayia Napa combined luxury accommodation, fascinating culture, stunning coastlines and delicious food, making it an unforgettable four night escape. Day 1: Travelling to Cyprus and settling in to…
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Fife’s Prettiest Coastal Villages: A scenic road trip from Crail to Earlsferry
Exploring the Fife Coastal Route The Fife Coastal Path stretches for approximately 117 miles (188 kilometres), running from Kincardine in the south to Newburgh in the north. While completing the entire route is a multi-day adventure, many of its sections are perfect for shorter walks. The stretch between Crail and Elie is particularly rewarding, offering a mix…
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Strömfors Bed & Bistro, Finland Review
Location: Strömfors Bed & Bistro is located in the centre of the idyllic ironworks village of Strömfors. The village was founded in the 1690’s and was a prominent industrial site rooted in the iron industry harnessing the Kymijoki River for its water-powered forges and mills. The site ceased operations in 1950 and today it is…
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Grand Union Canal Boating Holiday: One week from Napton to Woolstone
There is something wonderfully relaxing about slowing down to canal pace. Our one-week boating holiday began at Drifters’ Black Prince marina near Napton Junction, where we collected our narrowboat ready for a week exploring England’s beautiful waterways. Our boat for the week — Zoey We spent the week on Zoey, one of Black Prince’s newer Signature boats…
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Fischer’s Baslow Hall Unveils Halcyon Summer Champagne Terrace for 2026
It was an absolute delight to be invited once again to the launch of the summer champagne terrace of Fischer’s Baslow Hall situated within the beautiful Derbyshire countryside. Family owned, it was back in 1988 that Max and Susan Fischer first set eyes on the hidden gem which had fallen into a state of neglect.…
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The Fell Hotel, Burnsall Review
Location: Tucked away in the picture-perfect village of Burnsall, North Yorkshire, The Fell Hotel enjoys one of the most enviable settings in the Yorkshire Dales. Surrounded by rolling green hills, dry stone walls and winding country roads, it feels wonderfully remote without being difficult to reach. Burnsall is located 12 miles from Ilkley and approximately…
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Solo Sokos Seurohuone, Turku, Finland Review
The Solo Sokos Seurohuone Turku was voted Boutique Hotel of the Year 2025 in Finland so there was no better time to arrange a stay to experience the hotel for ourselves. This historic hotel holds quite a remarkable story as it can trace its roots back to 1928. Location: Solo Sokos Seurohuone is located in…
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Discover Wetherby: A Charming Riverside Town
Nestled in the heart of West Yorkshire, the market town of Wetherby is a delightful blend of scenic riverside beauty, historic character and classic Yorkshire hospitality. Whether you’re visiting for a relaxing stroll or a full day out, Wetherby offers a wonderfully balanced escape. Getting there and parking: Wetherby is conveniently located just off the A1(M), making it…
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Hotel Les Tanneurs, Namur, Belgium Review
Location: We chose to stay at Les Tanneurs on our weekend break in Namur and after taking the Eurostar from London St. Pancras to Brussels Midi, it was just a relaxing one hour rail journey through the Belgian countryside to our destination. From the station we then enjoyed a 15 minute stroll through the attractive…
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Boat Trip to the Isle of May with Anstruther Pleasure Cruises
Arrival at Anstruther Harbour and Easy Online Booking Our day began in the charming fishing village of Anstruther, where the harbour was already alive with quiet anticipation. We had pre-booked our boat trip to the Isle of May online with Anstruther Pleasure Cruises, which made the whole process simple and reassuring, especially during the busy birdwatching…
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Sauchope Links Crail Luxury Lodge Review: Coastal Stay in Fife
Location: Sauchope Links is located just outside Crail in the eastern lowlands of Scotland. Situated directly on the Fife Coastal Path a stay here makes getting out on foot very easy as it’s only a 15 minute walk into Crail along the waters edge. Arrival and Check-in: Sauchope Links is accessed via a country lane on the…
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Vibe Hotel Adelaide, South Australia Review
Location: The Vibe Hotel Adelaide enjoys an excellent central location, making it an ideal base for exploring the city. Positioned within easy walking distance of Adelaide’s key attractions, the hotel is close to shopping precincts, cultural landmarks and a wide range of cafés and restaurants. Whether heading out for a morning stroll, an evening meal…
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A Complete Guide to taking a tour of the Adelaide Oval
We took a guided tour of the Adelaide Oval and it turned out to be one of the most enjoyable and informative experiences we had whilst staying in Adelaide. With tickets priced at AUD$30 (£15) for adults, the tour offered excellent value considering the access and insight provided. Adelaide Oval can hold approximately 53,500 people and while it…
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Sunborn Yacht Hotel Gibraltar Review
Location: The Sunborn Gibraltar is a five star “super-yacht” hotel that is permanently moored in Ocean Village Marina, Gibraltar. This luxurious floating hotel offers cruise ship style accommodation with 189 cabins and suites, many featuring balconies and boasting impressive views of the Rock or marina. Arrival and check-in: We travelled to Gibraltar from London Heathrow on…
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Visiting the Hat Works Museum, Stockport: The UK’s Only Hatting Heritage Museum
Hidden in the heart of Stockport, within the red-bricked walls of the historic Wellington Mill, lies a museum unlike any other in the UK — the Hat Works Museum. I adore seeking out quirky museums but wasn’t quite sure what to expect when I set off. What I thought would be a small exhibition turned out to be…
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The Perfect Weekend in Gibraltar: How to Spend 48 Hours on the Rock
The British overseas territory of Gibraltar is filled with historic sights, attractions and activities. At only 3 miles (5 km) long and 0.75 miles (1.2 km) wide, it’s a tiny relic of the former British empire but there’s more than enough to keep a family entertained for a short break. Getting there: There are direct…
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Fraser Suites Hamburg Review
Location: Fraser Suites Hamburg is a luxurious five star hotel enjoying a prime location in the heart of Hamburg’s historic banking district. Housed in the beautifully restored Oberfinanzdirektion regional tax office building, the property is located just moments from the City Hall and many of Hamburg’s most recognisable landmarks. The area blends old-world architecture with…
