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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

10 Top Farm Stays to Create a Great Spring Break

Farm stays give you time to experience life on a farm. What better season is there to stay on a farm than spring? With rows of delightful daffodils, blushing blossoms, the birth of lambs and chicks, book a farm stay this spring! What are farm stays? A farm stay is any accommodation on a working … 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

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. However, to join in with one of the most colourful and festive times on the Greek calendar – Apokries Carnival … Read more

The Top 9 Solo Holidays to Embrace Solo Travel

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Solo holidays may be a growing trend. However, they’ve always been there for free spirits. Are you ready to grasp a new sense of freedom? Go for it! We believe that travel frees our spirit. So, if you’re set to become a solo traveller or have considered it, let us give you the confidence to … 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

Plan For Super Snowy Ski Holidays in Europe

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Ski holidays were made for free spirits and people young at heart. Many of the best ski holidays available can be found across Europe, so you don’t have to contemplate a long trip to find one.. Europe offers a range of different destinations to ski. From well-known ski resorts found in France, Austria, and Switzerland, … 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

8 of the Best Farmers’ Markets in Europe

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Visiting farmers’ markets is a whimsical way to immerse yourself in a country’s culture while on holiday. If you opt for a self-catering trip, food from local farmers may be cheaper, more fun and more sustainable than visiting a shop. Why not visit one to chat and barter with a destination’s homegrown producers? You could … Read more

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