Yoga classes, CBD oil, meditation apps, hygge: we are forever searching for relaxation. For many of us, a holiday is a worthy solution. I’ve been on my fair share, from city breaks to beach holidays and glamping in the middle of nowhere. But none of them affected me quite like Tolcarne Beach Village. Nestled in … Read more
Incredible vintage photos dating back to the 50s and 60s show holidaymakers at Butlin’s and lounging in the sun as they enjoy the best seaside hotspots. The nostalgia-inducing images were recently unearthed in TopFoto’s digital archives and capture a fleet of women cycling down Clacton-on-Sea’s promenade on novelty tandem bikes. The snaps also include a … Read more
Revealed: A quarter of Britons will spend only £100 to £300 on their staycation this year compared to the average of £534 UK travellers spent an average of £855 per person on their last holiday abroad Popular places for family staycations include London, Devon and Bournemouth A quarter of holidaymakers revisit the same place each … Read more
Boris Johnson urged Britons to have a ‘staycation’ this summer – saying he personally plans on taking advantage of the ‘fantastic’ holiday options in the UK. The PM, who has a new baby with fiancee Carrie Symonds, said it is a ‘great year’ to take a break in this country, with the globe still struggling to … Read more
Staycation stunners: FEMAIL picks out the best one-piece swimsuits for effortless style this summer Emily Monckton shared her advice for embracing this season’s one-piece trend She suggests a style with built-in underwired cups if you have a big bust British style expert picked out a selection of swimsuits to suit all budgets By Emily Monckton … Read more
Holiday hacks revealed: The ‘secret’ discounts and two-for-one offers that can make UK staycations surprisingly affordable, from Clubcard narrowboat deals to free hotel stays using Avios Travel companies are offering ‘thank you’ discounts and freebies to NHS staff BA has expanded the number of hotels you can book using its Avios points Camping and glamping … Read more
‘Just what I needed!’ Jesy Nelson gives a glimpse inside her luxury £400-per-night staycation at a woodland cabin complete with hot tub, igloo, fire pit and sumptuous faux fur furnishings By Niomi Harris For Mailonline Published: 12:39 BST, 4 July 2020 | Updated: 12:39 BST, 4 July 2020 She’s been in lockdown in her Essex … Read more
A family-of-four built their own camper van for £11,000 by converting a second-hand Mercedes so they can travel cheaply around the UK. Rebecca Booth, 28 and her husband, Robert Booth, 42, were fed up of paying staggering prices for hotel rooms while travelling with their children, Cody, four, and Phoebe, two. They decided to look … Read more
The other way is Essex! Forget that TV image… this beautiful county has great art, a traditional seaside – and no crowds Start an Essex adventure in Epping where you can enjoy 6,000 acres of forest Colchester ‘punches above its weight for arts and culture’ with its castle and zoo Visit Mersea Island to take … Read more
Britons are scrambling to book holidays at home – with record sales reported after lockdown restrictions on overnight stays were finally lifted. Hotels, B&Bs and campsites have seen an incredible surge in demand after Prime Minister Boris Johnson yesterday gave the green light for Britons to return to self-contained accommodation from July 4. Holidaymakers rushed … Read more