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Eco holidays – ideas for greener getaways in 2020

By holidaying close to home and foregoing flights, travellers can alleviate the damage to the environment and enjoy a more guilt-free getaway in 2020. Alongside ‘no-fly’ holidays, the staycation is proving a really popular option for those seeking more environmentally-friendly holidays. But you can always go greener; here’s a selection of tips and ideas for […]

Christmas getaway inspiration

Christmas is coming, so where will you be going? With over 1,000 fantastic festive holiday homes in the UK, you can find an amazing collection of Christmas getaways with cottages.com. Find cosy cottages for 2, large family properties, cheap breaks and many more amazing escapes. With popular locations including Scotland, Cornwall and the Lake District, […]

Ways to use up your holiday allowance

Don’t get caught out with holidays left to take when the New Year arrives! A recent study suggested that only approximately 40% of UK employees take their full holiday entitlement, with a UK average of only around 60% of holidays taken. Don’t let your holidays get away. We’ve created a little inspiration for using your […]

Twixmas breaks 2019

Twixmas breaks are perfect for escaping the over-indulgence of Xmas and preparing for the excitement of the New Year. With thousands of Twixmas 2019 holidays all over the UK, we have plenty of options for breaks between Christmas Day and New Year. From cosy cottages for two to huge mansions and manor houses with plenty […]

Tips for an amazing Xmas holiday

With amazing features, gorgeous properties and fantastic locations, a Christmas break in 2019 is the best present anyone can receive. If you’re unsure about how to holiday in a Christmas cottage then we’ve made a few handy pointers. All you need to do is pick a perfect property. Take a look at our Christmas cottages […]

The best Christmas markets in the UK 2019

Christmas market breaks have become an extremely popular way of enjoying the festive period, allowing holidaymakers to explore different cities, picking up a few special treats for their loved ones along the way. To help you decide on where to go on your pre-Xmas break this year, here’s our pick of the UK’s best Christmas […]

The best ever Christmas movies

Don’t waste your time with the good, the bad and the average, take a look at the best Xmas movies – perfect for kick-starting Christmas. Elf The comic adventures of Buddy, the suspiciously overgrown elf, as he tries to find his real father came out of nowhere (well, 2003) to become a beloved family classic. […]

The best events, anniversaries and activities in 2020

From milestone anniversaries to huge cultural events, there’s plenty for everyone to enjoy on a UK break in 2020. And if you fancy enjoying a brilliant break, you can book next year’s accommodation with cottages.com. 125 Years of the National Trust – January 2020 Not just protecting national heritage and the environment, the National Trust […]

Star Wars locations in the UK and Europe

Star Wars filming locations you can visit

We're taking a look at a few of this world filming locations from the Star Wars saga - including Solo, The Last Jedi and more!

James Bond film locations in Europe

Skyfall and Spectre: London Both films featured the UK’s capital as a very prominent supporting character with Westminster Bridge, the Thames, Trafalgar Square, M’s house in Knightsbridge, Bond’s pad in Notting Hill and most of Skyfall’s Shanghai sequences taking place in London. Quantum of Solace: Siena, Italy The bi-annual Palio horse race will be familiar to […]

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