A travel diary is one way to remember all the destinations we’ve visited. They are great for recreating the exciting events we’ve seen while away from home too. Do you keep one? Perhaps with some momentos from your adventures? Our free-spirited travellers Dee and Graham visited a number of destinations in 2023. Including the holiday … Read more
The winter solstice (or yule for pagans) occurs in the Northern Hemisphere on Friday 22nd December. It marks the longest night and shortest day of the year, and focuses upon the rebirth of the sun in Pagan lore. The most famous celebration of the winter solstice in the UK is celebrated at Stonehenge from sunrise. … Read more
Christmas breaks are something we can enjoy throughout the festive season. You could take a Christmas city break in the UK. Then visit a Christmas market in Europe – in search of authentic Christmas gifts. Want to treat someone this Christmas? Take them somewhere magical to celebrate the season, over three – four days! However … Read more
A holiday in Scotland can come in many forms including wildlife watching, tucking into traditional food and drink, or picking an adventurous activity for the whole family! Travelling solo? There are many secret escapes to discover, such as wilderness walks and trails. Take your pick! Follow canals, the Scottish coast, or walk among dramatic forests, … Read more
Luxurious family holidays are what we dream about on cold, muggy days. So, ignore the clouds and plan a luxurious trip in the sun – for all the family! A recent article in the Sunday Times states that a growing number of Grandparents are treating their families to luxurious holiday experiences. Some are even happy … Read more
Wildlife watching provides an opportunity to sit back and immerse ourselves in nature. Is there an animal you’d like to watch; like a rare bird, nocturnal creature, or an insect? Make a start by observing what’s in your garden and watch the wildlife who live outside your home. Although the temperature has dropped and the … Read more
Giving our customers great service is one of our highest priorities. Choosing to go the extra mile to make a customer happy is one of our greatest achievements. We go the extra mile for our customers not only by listening and understanding them, but by empathising. Then using that empathy to satisfy their needs as … Read more
This year, forget the internet and its online shops galore. Find a magical place for your Christmas shopping trip instead. There are plenty of traditional towns for Christmas shopping trips in the UK. On the other hand, if you want to rediscover the magic of Christmas choose an exotic destination on either side of the … Read more
Travelling with insurance has always been a wise thing to do. Although it’s never been the most exciting item on our holiday kit list, (among the sights we’ll see and foods we’ll taste). Travelling with insurance is important. Although, COVID and travel restrictions no longer stop us from exploring, taking out suitable travel insurance for … Read more
Stargazing holidays in the UK give you the time to observe the stars clearly across a dark sky and reconnect with nature. As the days get shorter and dusk turns to night, these longer nights give us the chance to stand back and admire the twinkling of stars, constellations and planets. For a closer look … Read more
