If you’re planning a weekend break to Alicante then I’m here to help you plan the perfect itinerary. I’ve just returned from my second girls trip to Alicante because we loved it so much the first time. Alicante ticks every box: There’s something about a sunny weekend escape that just hits differently, especially when it...

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Tucked away on the wild and wonderfully unspoilt Llyn Peninsula in North Wales lies a beach that quite literally sings beneath your feet. Porthor or Porth Oer, or Whistling Sands Beach as people refer to it in English, is one of those rare places that feels like a secret. If you’re the kind of traveller...

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Let’s be honest, airline baggage allowances feel like they shrink every year, don’t they? You pack what seems like a perfectly reasonable amount, only to discover you’re already over the limit and you haven’t even bought your holiday souvenirs yet. A big part of the problem is your suitcase itself. Some bags are surprisingly heavy...

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There is a common phenomenon that occurs the moment you attach the word “wedding” to any service: the price increases by at least twenty percent. The same often holds true for the honeymoon. Travel agencies, while offering the allure of convenience, frequently package standard Italian vacations as exclusive romantic getaways, attaching a premium that could...

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I still remember the first time I drove abroad. My palms were sweaty, I overthought every roundabout, and I was convinced I’d somehow end up on the wrong side of the road within seconds. If you’re feeling even a tiny bit like that right now, I get it. Driving in a different country can feel...

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Let’s talk about the travel trend that’s basically become my entire personality: the micro-cation. If you haven’t heard the term yet, think of it as a short, sweet getaway, usually 2–4 days, designed to give you that “I’ve been on holiday” feeling without the stress (or annual leave drain) of a full week-long holiday. It’s...

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10 Best Beaches in North Wales (Favourites From a Local!) I’ve lived in North Wales for over 30 years and one thing I’ll never get bored of is the coastline. We’ve got everything here. Wild, empty stretches where you can walk for an hour and see no one, proper family beaches with ice creams and...

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What if I told you it’s possible to spend just 1 day in Paris, see some of the city’s most iconic sights, celebrate a birthday and still be home before midnight? That’s exactly what we did for my son’s 11th birthday. Instead of a traditional party, we planned an extreme day trip to Paris, packing...

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If you’re planning a weekend in London and want somewhere with serious personality, Shoreditch should be high on your list. It’s creative, colourful, a little bit chaotic and packed with some of the best food and drink spots in the city. This is the London weekend break for anyone who has seen all the usual...

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If you’re looking for a European city break that combines beautiful architecture, incredible food and a relaxed atmosphere, Porto might just be the perfect choice. It’s the kind of place that feels effortlessly charming. This city is cool and stylish and fun without even trying. Colourful houses tumble down towards the river, tiled churches appear...

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