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Britain’s cleanest beaches

Over 100 beaches in the British Isles have been recognised for their cleanliness, safety, public amenities and quality of water by Keep Britain Tidy in this year’s Blue Flag and Seaside Awards. A Blue Flag is an internationally recognised symbol given to beaches and marinas for ‘high standards of management, cleanliness and safety’ – an […]

Fun family games for car journeys

Family holidays start as soon as you’re in the car, so add a little fun to your journey with the following travel games and you’ll be at your holiday home in no time! Name that tune Put a random musical playlist on – the first person to guess the name of the song gains a […]

Travel tips for family car journeys

Packing for the Car Make sure you supervise your children’s packing; we all have different views on what’s essential! Backpacks with kids’ favourite toys, books and entertainment are also essential, but make sure you check with them before you set off – there’s nothing worse than hitting the motorway and finding out their favourite companion […]

Britain’s best lake, river and loch beaches

Enjoy inland swimming at its finest at these beautiful river, lake and loch beaches in some of Britain’s most beautiful rural locations! Cotswold Country Park and Beach, Gloucestershire Open from March until early October, these two stunning lakes offer one of the best all-round inland beach experiences you could wish for. In 2017 the operators […]

The hottest hideaways on the Cote d’Azur

Each May the film industry descends on Cannes for an amazing celebration of cinema. But you don’t need an invitation and the hottest indie film ever to getaway like a film star, you just need somewhere incredible to stay! Take a look at our hottest hideaways on the Cote d’Azur and start holidaying like a star […]

Take the plunge with your four-legged friend

Wild swimming is a great activity to share with your furry friend, and it's really taking off. It's a fun, free activity that takes great advantage of the UK's most naturally beautiful locations - and you can often enjoy away from the crowds! Here are some of the UK's best places for a dip.

Brilliant May Day bank holiday events 2018

From cycling to Star Wars, there’s an incredible selection of activities to enjoy this May Day Bank Holiday. Whether you’re seeking food or thrills, you’ll find plenty to keep the family entertained. Read on for suggestions.

Brilliant places to catch the Tour de Yorkshire 2018

Now in its fifth year since 'Le Tour', the Tour de Yorkshire goes from strength to strength. Beautiful towns and villages, gorgeous countryside and the amazing sight of cyclists working their way through ‘God’s Own Country’ – what’s not to enjoy? Here are 7 spectacular locations to catch the action and explore afterwards.

Dog-friendly destinations for summer holidays 2020

Plenty of pet owners are booking their dog-friendly holidays for this summer, so we thought we’d share 6 of our most popular destinations. From the stunning south coast to the hills of Scotland, there’s plenty of inspiration for pets and their owners.

6 Amazing Doggy Innovations and Gadgets

Keep your dog healthy, hydrated and happy with these 6 amazing high-tech gadgets and gizmos...

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