Sustainable travel may not have crossed your mind a year ago but it is a trend that will be adopted by more of us in 2020. Many are becoming more conscious about the modes of transport we use, the impact our love of travel, especially flights, have on the environment, and how we can support … Read more
Hypertension – known as high blood pressure – may or may not be something that crosses your mind daily. Yet, on World Hypertension Day (WHD) 17th of May, the aim of The World Hypertension League is to increase awareness of hypertension. The date also falls within May Measure Month. May Measure is a global blood … Read more
Travelling with dementia is challenging, especially if you’re the primary caregiver of someone living with dementia. We want to share how you can make a holiday happen this Dementia Action Awareness Week. Holidays don’t just have a positive impact on the well-being of people with dementia. They’re good for everyone’s health and mental wellbeing. … Read more
Many of us wait all year for a chance to soak up the rays on a sunshine break. But as beneficial as the sun can be for our mood, it’s also potentially damaging for our skin. It’s therefore essential to take precautions ahead of and during a trip to sunnier climes. Figures from Cancer Research … Read more
Our mental wellbeing is something we’ve grown to focus upon and look after, since the beginning of the Coronavirus pandemic. Since then, more of us have made an effort to enhance our mental health every day. At Free Spirit, we enjoy lunchtime walks in beautiful grounds. It helps us to admire nature, enhance our moods … Read more
Travelling with asthma shouldn’t hold you back from your travel dreams. Although there’s no cure, the symptoms of this common lung condition can be managed. Over 8 million people living with asthma lead active lives across the UK. Plus, going on a relaxing holiday not only reduces the symptoms of stress it can keep asthma … Read more
Ecotourism and being eco-conscious are things to consider when booking a trip – but why in April? April 22nd is Earth Day. Earth Day is a worldwide event and movement. It focuses on investing in the planet to create a green, prosperous future. Also, the movement believes that we should all preserve and protect the … Read more
The UK’s World Heritage Sites and monuments are celebrated on World Heritage Day each year on the 18th of April. Established by the International Council on Monuments and Sites, the focus is on the diversity of the cultural heritage of humanity. Plus the site’s vulnerability and the efforts required for their protection and conservation. … Read more
Greek island holidays are a great way to explore one of the most beautiful countries in Europe. If you’re a sun worshipper, get ready to embrace the heat on a Greek Island holiday between May-September. However, to join in with one of the most colourful and festive times on the Greek calendar – Apokries Carnival … Read more
Activity holidays across Europe are now easier because all UK travel restrictions are gone. Plus, there’s a growing number of countries within Europe (such as Denmark), who’ve also dropped their Covid travel restrictions – horray! So, if you plan to take your grandchildren on holiday, or want your next escape to be full of different … Read more
