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Free Spirit’s Guide to Forest Bathing and Leaf Peeping

Forest bathing and leaf peeping may sound like unusual outdoor activities. Learn the origins of leaf peeping and forest bathing beyond England's shores...

Posted Friday, 14 November 2025

UK Stargazing Holidays Under a Dark Sky

Free Spirit uncovers the best dark sky location in the UK. Plus, everything you need to consider to enjoy a stargazing holiday when the nights draw in during the autumn and winter.

Posted Monday, 27 October 2025 | Topic: Travel Inspiration | Type: Couples Holidays, Festivals, Travel Trend

How Smoking can Increase the Cost of Your Travel Insurance

Are you a smoker? If so, now that it’s Stoptober, it’s time to give up for good! Every October, the UK’s annual Stoptober campaign takes place, encouraging smokers to quit for 28 days. If you are a smoker, or you have a medical condition or disability, finding a specialist travel insurance provider like Free Spirit can seem like hard work sometimes. So if you want to travel, giving up smoking will benefit both your health and your travel plans.

Posted Tuesday, 14 October 2025 | Topic: Medical Travel Insurance | Type: Charity, Health Tips, Medication

Where can I Find the Most Scenic European River Cruises?

Free Spirit Travel Insurance shares where you can find the most scenic river cruises in Europe. These waterway trips are ideal for all those who wish to embrace slow travel, from families to solo travellers.

Posted Monday, 6 October 2025 | Topic: Travel Inspiration | Type: Couples Holidays, Cruise Holidays, European Travel

Top Spanish Holiday Destinations for Sunshine

Free Spirit helps you locate a top Spanish holiday destination to bask in sunshine at any time of the year.

Posted Monday, 22 September 2025 | Topic: Travel Inspiration | Type: Beach Holidays, Culture, European Travel, Shoulder Season, Travel Tips

How to Reap the Benefits of Last-Minute Holidays

Look out for last minute holidays! Free Spirit Travel Insurance shares the benefits of booking them. Plus, what to look out for beforehand.

Posted Thursday, 11 September 2025 | Topic: Travel Advice | Type: Couples Holidays, Covid, Culture, European Travel, Shoulder Season, Sunny Holidays, Travel Trend