Staycations

More travellers will be heading to the South West than going to Spain this summer

UK holidaymakers are choosing staycations over Spain this summer

The smart #5 electric SUV is showcasing a whole new type of EV with its design and performance

Ad Feature The Revival of the British Family Road Trip

Prague is among the best-value destinations for a week away.

Ad Feature KAYAK reveals the best value destinations for Brits this summer

Airlines have begun cutting flight prices to holiday hotspots amid spiralling fuel costs

Airlines cutting flight prices to holiday hotspots

Adam Henson's Cotswold Farm Park recognised in top 10% of attractions worldwide

Cotswold Farm Park recognised as one of world’s leading attractions

Durdle Door

Five ways to explore breathtaking Dorset landscape this bank holiday

Hotel searches using the ‘pet-friendly’ filter are up 28% year on year.

Ad Feature KAYAK reveals the UK’s top breaks for slow travel with a dog

Ye Olde Bell Hotel exterior

Beat those winter blues with a stay at Nottinghamshire spa hotel

Marylebone High Street looked like a winter wonderland at night time

Enjoy a festive shopping and foodie trip in Marylebone Village, London

Swimming in the cove of Port Gaverne

Why swimming in our own Cornish fishing cove beat travelling abroad

Luxury cabin retreat at The Fish in The Cotswolds

The Fish Hotel Retreat: my cabin experience will stay with me for life

Pingle Cottage with its beautiful Peak District backdrop

We took the dog to a luxury retreat in the Derbyshire Peak District

Paul Knight won the Omaze Million Pound House Draw in Bath - along with £250K in cash

Beautiful Omaze Bath mansion now available for holiday lets

The Isle of Man is popular with celebrities and has many stunning beaches

Holiday staycation island that's celeb favourite with stunning beaches

I stayed in a luxurious holiday cottage in Shropshire - with the added bonus of a hot tub, what more could you want. (Photo: Holidaycottages.co.uk)

I stayed in a luxurious holiday cottage - the perfect chill weekend

The iconic view over the magnificent beach at Three Cliffs Bay, Swansea

This UK gem reminded me that the UK has beaches to equal the continent

You might see a number of different coloured flags displayed on UK beaches - but what do they actually mean?

Beach flags UK: What different colours mean to stay safe on staycation
You might see a number of different coloured flags displayed on UK beaches - but what do they actually mean?
Jamie Jones

10 UK beaches with the whitest sand rival popular tropical destinations

The UK’s whitest sand beaches rivalling tropical destinations

Butlin's Skyline Gang at Bognor Regis

Why Butlin's is best family trip 90 years on: Our wild whirlwind break

Visiting a theme park is a summer must for 23 per cent for Gen Z

Gen Z's dream summer includes five festivals and four trips abroad

I think us Brits should think more about holidaying here in the UK and exploring our own country more - instead of just being dying to travel abroad. (Photo: AFP via Getty Images)

I think us Brits should holiday more here - not just travel abroad Isabella Boneham

The UK’s most popular destinations for campervan holidays have been revealed

UK’s most popular destinations for campervan holidays

I stayed at a hotel in London that is perfect for a romantic weekend away with your partner as it offers an all-year round Valentine’s package. (Photo: Isabella Boneham)

I stayed at a London hotel perfect for a romantic weekend away

Few sights are more breath-taking that the ruins of Whitby Abbey - home to Dracula

Yorkshire: 12 gorgeous photos that show God's Own County at its best

Durdle Door

New research reveals 8 in 10 Brits are opting for a staycation in 2025

We enjoyed home-made smoothies by the poolside at Rockcliffe Hall and Spa

My unexpectedly wonderful girls spa staycation to Rockcliffe Hall Nicola Adam

Saltmoore is a woodland haven near Whitby

We took our four-legged friend to Whitby for a posh hotel break

Long-haul coastal destinations are on the rise - Maldives

Top Spring destinations Brits are jetting off to this year, study says
Brits are heading on more long-haul destinations this spring, with Fukuoka, Nagoya, Rio de Janeiro leading Spring destinations.
George Jones

The coastline around The Fairmont St Andrews is stunning

The Fairmont St Andrews: Golf and spa in glorious surroundings

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Last-minute half-term getaways - best booking tips and deals

With Valentine’s Day just around the corner, there are a number of last-minute romantic getaways or unique staycation ideas you can book. (Photo: Langley Hotel/Facebook)

Last-minute staycations and destinations for a memorable Valentine’s

More Brits are planning to take a staycation in the UK in 2025 than travel abroad for a holiday, new research has revealed. (Photo: Getty Images)

More Brits to take staycations this year - 12 best UK regions to visit

Getaway this Valentine’s Day with a romantic retreat, perfect for two. (Photos: Tinwood Estate Wines/Facebook)

Romantic Valentine's staycations to book - with vineyards and hot tubs

The UK is brimming with charming destinations that promise romance, adventure, and plenty of time to unwind. (Photo: Hoseasons)

Hot tub holidays you can book for a romantic Valentine's getaway

The Devonshire Arms at Beeley

We took our pooch on a dog-friendly winter stay in the Peak District

Sykes Holiday Cottages is on the lookout for its first ever UK Short Break Tester who will get the chance to enjoy a selection of staycations for free in 2025. (Photo: Sykes Holiday Cottages)

Enter this competition - and you can win staycations for free in 2025

I stayed in what I personally would say is one of the best spa hotels in Bath - a beautiful and luxurious stay in a beautiful city. (Photo: Bath Spa/Facebook)

I stayed in a beautiful spa hotel in Bath - and I didn't want to leave

The real-life inspiration for cottage featured in the Christmas film The Holiday is actually Honeysuckle Cottage in Surrey. (Photo: Tim Graham/Getty Images)

Cosy Christmas cottages to book - like the one in 'The Holiday'

I stayed at a unique property in North Wales that was full of character - and I would definitely go back and stay there again. (Photo: Holiday Cottages/Isabella Boneham)

I stayed at an old police station in Wales - perfect for fun days out

The Devonshire Arms Hotel & Spa

I took my dog on a luxurious four-star Yorkshire country hotel break

Dutch Tutch in Potter Heigham, Norfolk newly listed at Grade II and converted from part of a seaside helter-skelter

Helter-skelter holiday cottage on idyllic Norfolk Broads

The autumn is a great time to try and spot the deer in Richmond Park in London

The most unforgettable autumn city escapes around the world

Stay in this old pub via Sykes Holiday Cottages - boasting traditional fittings, a cinema and games room. (Photos: Sykes Holiday Cottages)

You can stay at this old UK pub - where you can pull your own pint

I stayed a beautiful, peaceful property in the Cornish village of Praa Sands - and I would highly recommend staying here for your next break-away. (Photos: Cornwall Hideaways/Isabella Boneham)

A peaceful Cornwall holiday stay close to sandy beaches - take a look

Popular UK regions are full of lesser-travelled locales which can offer just as memorable an experience without the tourists. (Photo: Sykes Holiday Cottages)

Alternative staycation spots in UK's most popular locations

Common mistakes pet owners make when taking their pets on a staycation

The high-spec campervan we hired through Camplify took us along the UK's south coast in complete comfort

We found the perfect set of wheels for weekend staycation on Camplify

Prost! Alton Towers Resort unveils autumn events calendar

Top TV chef's Rudloe Arms Hotel is offering special deals on country stays

Foodies rush to snap up TV chef's country manor break as price slashed

If you only use Google Maps to navigate from A to B, you could be missing out on a whole raft of helpful features

Five Google Maps features to make road trips easier

Inclusive SKYPARK playground now open at Butlin's Minehead

Yorkshire visitors' joy at seeing pod of dolphins enjoying themselves

I had a quirky and memorable holiday here in the UK staying in Pendeen Lighthouse in Cornwall - a perfect getaway for a summer holiday. (Photo: Rural Retreats/NationalWorld)

Quirky and fun - my memorable holiday staying at a UK lighthouse

The Ivy Collection set to open 40th restaurant in Belfast this September

Incredible view of London from the penthouse at the Cavendish Hotel.

Why the Cavendish Hotel has a Monopoly on enjoying a trip to London

The Ensana Buxton Crescent Hotel, is a historic landmark in the Peak District. Photo by Ensana Buxton Crescent Hotel.

Experience stunning spa, room and food at Ensana Buxton Crescent Hotel

The Titanic Spa in Huddersfield is the perfect place to unwind

Titanic Spa Huddersfield review: unmatched facilities and great food

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