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A passenger plane flying above the clouds at sunset

November 9, 2026

Cheap weekend flights to Europe: best deals for 13 November to 3 January

The cheapest weekend flights to Europe I found from UK airports for late November to New Year, with Friday evening flights out and Sunday flights

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The Sandeman sign above the Gaia waterfront across the River Douro from Porto

November 2, 2026

A weekend in Porto: a 2-day itinerary with port, pastéis and the river

Plan a weekend in Porto with this 2-day itinerary: Bolhao market, pastel de nata, a 7 bridges boat tour, port tasting in Gaia, where to

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Calendar grid with a run of highlighted days off

November 1, 2026

UK bank holidays 2027: how to turn 19 days of leave into 47 days off

All the 2027 UK bank holidays, the exact leave days to book for the longest breaks, and a free printable annual leave planner.

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Winter wine dinner at Rookery Hall: a four-course Burgundy pairing

January 21, 2026

Winter wine dinner at Rookery Hall: a four-course Burgundy pairing

What to expect from a wine dinner at Rookery Hall in Cheshire, with four courses paired with La Croix de Brully Burgundy and a Master

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Rookery Hall Hotel review: a luxury Cheshire spa stay with festive charm

December 19, 2025

Rookery Hall Hotel review: a luxury Cheshire spa stay with festive charm

My Rookery Hall Hotel review, covering a Junior Suite, a Burgundy wine dinner, the spa and the festive atmosphere at this Cheshire country house.

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Alpaca Annex review: a cosy Airbnb with alpacas in Northamptonshire

January 21, 2025

Alpaca Annex review: a cosy Airbnb with alpacas in Northamptonshire

My Alpaca Annex review: a quirky Airbnb in Gayton, Northamptonshire, where you can feed three friendly alpacas, with things to do nearby.

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View over Lucerne

December 30, 2024

8 free things to do in Lucerne, Switzerland

Eight free things to do in Lucerne, from the Old Town and Chapel Bridge to the Lion Monument and Musegg Wall, plus how to save

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Christmas in Lucerne: how to spend two festive days in Switzerland

December 13, 2024

Christmas in Lucerne: how to spend two festive days in Switzerland

How to spend Christmas in Lucerne, with a two-day itinerary covering the festive markets, Chapel Bridge, a lake cruise and panoramic mountain views.

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The Coach House Cottage review: a cosy Bakewell staycation

December 1, 2024

The Coach House Cottage review: a cosy Bakewell staycation

My review of The Coach House Cottage in Bakewell, a dog-friendly Peak District retreat, with how to get there and the best things to do

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