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Top World Heritage Sites to Visit

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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

Pandemic? “It’s busy being a retiree!”

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Remember Dee and Graham? They’re two Free Spirits who’ve continued to travel as much as possible during the Coronavirus pandemic. When we last shared their travel journey Corona was only ever thought of as a beverage. However, now the time has passed, we wanted to catch up with them to hear where they’ve ventured in … Read more

Top Activity Holidays in Europe for Adventures

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Activity holidays across Europe are to be relished when we’re travelling with our younger or more energised travelling companions. If you plan to take your grandchildren on holiday, or want your next escape to be action packed – a visit to a warm, sunny destination in Europe should keep everyone entertained. Here’s a selection of … Read more

Where can I find the most scenic European River Cruises?

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River cruises are an opportunity to embrace slow travel. Sit back, relax and learn about a country’s culture. While your riverboat winds along a wistful, waterway. Also, river cruises offer a more intimate experience than a cruise ship. This is because there are usually 200 or fewer passengers onboard. Pick from one of many river … Read more

7 Top Cycling Holidays Across the UK and Europe

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Cycling holidays allow you to feel the wind in your hair and the sun on your face. You can discover different landscapes in attractive, exotic surroundings. Also, cycling is a great way to exercise. It can help you bounce back from an illness or injury. Plus, your mental health should get a boost too. You … Read more

Prison Tours and Prison Tourism – What’s the fascination?

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Prison tours are now appearing on our list of holiday experiences. For instance, you can take a tour around Alcatraz or a trip to Auschwitz. Have you added a prison tour to your bucket list – or are you starting to question the fascination behind them? Although Auschwitz (Auschwitz – Birkenav) was a Nazi extermination … Read more

Top Greek Island Holidays for a Great Getaway

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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. Travelling during a heatwave? Keep up-to-date with the extreme temperatures in Greece by registering on the Greek government’s Emergency Communication … Read more

What is slow travel and how can I embrace it?

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Slow travel is a trend growing in popularity. It’s where we travel to a destination at our leisure, while immersing ourselves in the landscape and culture. If we reflect on the holidays of early 20th century Britain, Victorians would travel to the coast via slow train or horse-drawn carriage, often stopping several times along the … Read more

Top Holidays in Ireland for Free Spirits

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Holidays in Ireland are a good choice for summer. However, a break to the Emerald Isle during the shoulder seasons can be just as good. Fewer crowds and milder weather allow us to explore Ireland’s colourful landscapes quietly and taste some of its freshest foods when they are in season. Plus, Ireland is not far … Read more

The Best Carefree Train Holidays in the World

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Train holidays are a great way to escape the challenges of air travel, such as flight disruptions, or simply the hustle and bustle of an overcrowded airport. When you embrace train travel you can escape the crowds to admire a county or countries by travelling through them – not over. Plus, you will reduce your … Read more

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