Many countries have their own unique way of celebrating at this time of year. In Sweden, the Yule Goat is a Christmas symbol dating back to ancient pagan festivals. In Mexico a colourful religious march at the beginning of the festive season recerates the journey of Mary and Joseph to …
Read More »Tell us about a scenic bus route – you could win a holiday voucher
Despite cuts in rural services there are still many bus routes that pass through great countryside and interesting towns and can form the basis of brilliant day trips and holidays. And let’s face it, buses could well be the best way of travelling around the country this month, given restricted …
Read More »Tell us about the best carol concerts in the UK and Europe – you could win a holiday voucher
There’s nothing like a good carol to get you in the mood for Christmas, especially when accompanied by crisp conditions, a mince pie and a winter warmer. Carols from King’s College in Cambridge set the mood in millions of living rooms around the world on Christmas Eve. But that can’t …
Read More »Send us a tip on a literary bar – you could win a holiday voucher
How many times have you had to rely on the company of a book while waiting for a friend who has a loose concept of timekeeping? Choose your bar well, however, and you could be kept company by the spirit of the writers themselves. Ye Olde Cheshire Cheese in London’s …
Read More »Send us a tip on great independent shops – you could win a holiday voucher
Where do you go to get the best alternative Christmas presents and stocking fillers? We’re not talking online here … we want suggestions for great independent high streets that support local makers, cool markets selling handcrafted goods, or perhaps there’s a winter weekend of artists’ open studios near you where …
Read More »Share a tip on an affordable place to ski in Europe for the chance to win a £200 holiday voucher
Ever had a hankering to go skiing only to hit the buffers when you see the price of a week for a family in Verbier, Chamonix or St Anton? Admittedly, it’s all relative, but a slide on the slopes needn’t require a bank loan. There are affordable hacks and cheaper …
Read More »Share a tip on a film or TV location trip for the chance to win a £200 holiday voucher
Last night saw the launch of the second series of The White Lotus, filmed in the ritzy Sicilian hilltop town of Taormina. Even before it was aired it led to a surge in interest in the region, with a predicted boost of €2m to the local economy. We’d like to …
Read More »Share a tip on a city walk for the chance to win a £200 holiday voucher
New data released by the Ordnance Survey has revealed the most popular city walks among its 3.5 million users, from panoramic views from Arthur’s Seat in Edinburgh to a hike that takes inthe final resting place for many of Manchester’s great and good. Now we’d like to hear about your …
Read More »Share details of an autumn break in Europe – you could win a holiday voucher
With food festivals and the harvest season in full swing, the countryside wearing its most colourful finery and cities oozing autumnal atmosphere, this is a great time to visit Europe. Tell us about your favourite trips to city, town, or village – ideally somewhere less heralded. Highlights could include a …
Read More »Tell us about an autumn half-term trip: you could win a holiday voucher
Please share details of great days out in the UK you’ve enjoyed as a family during the autumn half-term break. Whether it was a superb cycle, walk or museum trip, a city-based day out or a week’s break in the countryside, we’d like to hear about it. If you stayed …
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