Travelling through a 40 degree summer looking for relief

Travelling through a 40 degree summer looking for relief

This summer I visited two coastlines: the western shore of Oregon and California by motorcycle, and the south coast of Spain. During both trips I experienced 40 C-and-higher temperatures, but the two countries dealt with the heat in different ways. The Oregon Trail and California coast are famous for spectacular seaside cliffs and long sandy … Read more

Pretty UK town that offers the best of Cornwall’s dramatic beauty – without tourists | UK | Travel

Pretty UK town that offers the best of Cornwall’s dramatic beauty – without tourists | UK | Travel

A quaint UK town is a stone’s throw from some of the country’s most stunning coasts, with far fewer tourists than nearby more popular parts of Cornwall. Redruth, a market town near St Ives and Truro in Cornwall, has been hailed by visitors as a hidden gem which has kept its peaceful atmosphere despite its … Read more

The Mediterranean’s beautiful hidden gem home to some of Europe’s ‘best’ beaches | Travel News | Travel

The Mediterranean’s beautiful hidden gem home to some of Europe’s ‘best’ beaches | Travel News | Travel

This 14-mile-long, 36-square-mile island off the northern coast of Croatia in the Adriatic is one of the Mediterranean’s best kept secrets, with show stopping beaches with golden sand and emerald-coloured waters.  The island of Rab is home to some of the most diverse landscapes in the Kvarner region, with the northeastern side of the island … Read more

Locals of ‘glorious’ white sand beach beg to keep it secret | UK | Travel

Locals of ‘glorious’ white sand beach beg to keep it secret | UK | Travel

Locals in the idyllic Outer Hebrides are pleading with visitors to keep their pristine white sands a secret. Huisinis Beach on the Isle of Harris, often mistaken for Caribbean shores due to its sparkling white sand, has become an Instagram sensation. At the end of a winding 12-mile road, Huisinis offers stunning views over the … Read more

‘Avoid these 3 mistakes to have perfect holiday in Greece’ | Europe | Travel

‘Avoid these 3 mistakes to have perfect holiday in Greece’ | Europe | Travel

Greece is undeniably a dream holiday destination.  With numerous stunning beaches and a rich cultural heritage, there are plenty of attractions to visit. But Priyanka Juneja, a US-based travel blogger, has pointed out three common blunders that tourists make when visiting this European gem. Posting on TikTok she said: “You definitely don’t want to make … Read more

The best holiday destinations to visit in July named | Travel News | Travel

The best holiday destinations to visit in July named | Travel News | Travel

The school summer holidays are in full swing but if you are yet to book a getaway there is still time to bag a bargain break. Consumer group Which? has drawn up a list of six sizzling destinations for sunseekers looking for a last-minute getaway. If you’re after a UK holiday – or staycation – Which? recommended … Read more

The mermaid beach in the UK that looks like it should be abroad | Travel News | Travel

The mermaid beach in the UK that looks like it should be abroad | Travel News | Travel

As we all hope for a break in the clouds and some much-needed sunshine, thoughts turn to seaside escapes during the school summer holidays. Tucked away in a serene part of Kent lies Mermaid Beach in Folkestone, an undiscovered treasure that’s definitely worth a visit. Despite its name, which comes from the sea defence it … Read more

Indonesia’s Gili Asahan, Lombok’s best-kept secret: island as peaceful as it is beautiful

Indonesia’s Gili Asahan, Lombok’s best-kept secret: island as peaceful as it is beautiful

Asahan has no roads or motor vehicles, and only five hotels. There is just one, small community of permanent residents, all of whom live here only because of the tourism work. Gili Asahan is a short boat ride from Lombok. Photo: Josh Edwards It is a world away from Lombok’s better-known gilis (islands) to the … Read more

‘Unforgettable’ UK beach with wild ponies and views to rival the Med | Travel News | Travel

‘Unforgettable’ UK beach with wild ponies and views to rival the Med | Travel News | Travel

A golden, sandy shoreline just 18 miles from Swansea is an unexpected paradise that is so beautiful visitors think it could be anywhere in Spain, Greece or Italy. Located at the western end of the stunning Gower Peninsula, Rhossili Bay is a three-mile expanse of sandy beach that runs along the cliff path towards the … Read more

Cheapest last-minute holiday spots named – top European destination has great beaches | Travel News | Travel

Cheapest last-minute holiday spots named – top European destination has great beaches | Travel News | Travel

Last-minute holidays can be quite daunting to book, but luckily, the world is brimming with stunning locations you can travel to “without spending a fortune”. Experts at Which? have analysed thousands of travel packages to reveal the cheapest last-minute holiday locations for Brits. They looked at more than 3,500 package holidays from the UK’s largest … Read more