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
Solo holidays have grown in popularity this year. In fact, some operators have seen over 50% of tour bookings from solo travellers. Will you be one of them in the new year? Life is short but the world is open! Although the assumption is that most solo travellers are youngsters, the average age of a … Read more
Holidays should be accessible, supportive, and suitable to meet everyone’s needs. At Free Spirit, we believe that living with a disability shouldn’t stop you from travelling. Everyone has the right to travel with confidence – no matter their disability. We also believe that travel frees our spirit. It can transport us away to share new … Read more
See yourself as a foodie? Then food tours are a fun way to enhance your holiday, while learning about a destination. After picking your destination, you may opt to stay in an all-inclusive resort. However, there’s nothing stopping you exploring its local market – or family run restaurant down the road. To discover the best … Read more
Travelling with dementia is challenging, especially if you’re the primary caregiver of someone living with dementia. Therefore, we wanted to share how you can make a holiday happen this Dementia Action Awareness Week and beyond… Holidays don’t just have a positive impact on the well-being of people with dementia. They’re good for everyone’s health … 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
Outdoor activities are a great way to keep active and put the spring back into your step. Have you been more active now the days have got longer? Whether being more active is your goal or not. There’s always an opportunity to give an outdoor activity ago while we’re away. On the other hand, if … Read more
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
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
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
