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The best travel reads for your coffee break.
Packing for a Weekend Break: A Simple Checklist and Guide
Few things take the shine off a short trip like a bag that is too heavy, too full or missing the one thing you needed. Getting packing for a weekend…
The Jumeirah hotels in Dubai I’d actually book
My Dubai hotels list missed out every single Jumeirah hotel, and a comment on LinkedIn called me out on it. Here are the Jumeirah hotels I'd actually book, from Marsa Al Arab to Madinat Jumeirah.
Italian Riviera Towns Worth Visiting for a Luxury Escape
Amalfi often grabs the headlines, but the Italian Riviera is having its moment. Searches for Italian Riviera towns…
Why Families Are Choosing UK Seaside Holidays Again
There is a quiet shift happening on the British coast. Families who might once have booked a week…
Maine Summer Holiday: Moose, Kayaks, Blueberries and More
Gravel biking, moose spotting, kayaking under the stars and tucking into fresh lobster: Maine packs a lot into…
Sweden Coolcation: Saunas, Small Cities and Midnight Sun
If southern Europe's heatwaves are putting you off, Sweden has plenty to offer. Cool northern shores, quirky food…
How to Beat Jet Lag: The 45-Minute Nap Rule and More Tips
You have booked the trip, packed the bags and counted down the days. Then jet lag turns up…
Destination Fragrance: Which Scent to Wear Where You Travel
We spend weeks planning what to wear on holiday: crisp linen for Italy, bright swimwear for Ibiza, elegant…
Coolcation Destinations in Europe for Beating the Heat
When the UK heats up past 35 degrees and heat-health alerts start flying about, a holiday somewhere cooler…
South Lake Tahoe: A Mountain Lake Alternative to Lake Como
Around three-quarters of UK holidays abroad are taken in Europe, and the famous alpine lakes get busy every…
Flying With Kids: 5 Calm Travel Tips From a Sleep Specialist
A family getaway starts with a mix of excitement and dread. Long queues, delayed flights and wobbly nap…
Restorative Weekend Break: Can 48 Hours Really Reset You?
The classic weekend away used to be a race. Up early, a packed itinerary, every attraction ticked off…
UK Coffee Cities: Edinburgh Beats London as the Top Coffee Hotspot
Ask someone to name Britain's coffee capital and many would say London. A new study says otherwise. Edinburgh…