THE sun-bleached boards of Torquay’s Princess Pier have seen millions promenading along them over the years. But I’d do anything to go back in time and watch queen of crime novels Agatha Christie rollerskating along them at the start of the 20th century. In full Edwardian skirts and jaunty feather-trimmed hat, a young Agatha sashayed… Continue reading I visited the English Riviera and found delicious seafood festivals and hidden beaches
Author: James Tuchschmidt
Truth behind ‘Spain tourist ban’ and why it won’t affect your holiday this summer
LET’S be crystal clear. There is NO Spanish tourist ban. Despite the fear-mongering headlines, there is not, and will never be, a ban on tourists. To say otherwise is just total nonsense. Last year, Spain welcomed more than 94million holidaymakers – bringing in an astonishing £106billion in revenue. Tourism generates more than 13percent of Spain’s… Continue reading Truth behind ‘Spain tourist ban’ and why it won’t affect your holiday this summer
Six affordable Caribbean holidays to book this year with UK flights and 29C winters
A BUCKETLIST break in a tropical paradise is the ultimate dream. But you’d be surprised just how well a Caribbean getaway compares to a holiday nearer home. Lisa Minot has come up trumps with this selection of blissful trips, on land and by sea, that won’t break the bank. Starting from £549pp for flights and… Continue reading Six affordable Caribbean holidays to book this year with UK flights and 29C winters
Four cruises that keep the whole family happy from Greek isle sailings to bucket-list trips
WITH so much to do and amazing places to see, a cruise is a perfect holiday for a multi-generational family. Lisa Minot suggests four trips to keep the whole family happy. ALASKAN ADVENTURE FOR the ultimate adventure at sea try the affordable luxury cruise line Oceania. Its Alaskan itineraries feature an Alaska Explorer Youth Programme,… Continue reading Four cruises that keep the whole family happy from Greek isle sailings to bucket-list trips
Six alternative Med holidays for 2025 with quieter beaches, cheaper food and affordable deals
LOOKING to book your summer break? Why not try somewhere new? We have compared some traditional holiday favourites and come up with a few suggestions of sizzling new hotspots that offer the same vibe — and a little bit more. Lisa Minot recommends some fabulous Med holiday alternatives. DONE RHODES… TRY MALTA When the Knights of… Continue reading Six alternative Med holidays for 2025 with quieter beaches, cheaper food and affordable deals
Six quirky events across the UK this year from wife-carrying races to fake band shows
WITH the fun and frolics of the festive season behind us, it can be a tough time of year. Why not plan a trip to one of the wacky festivals that take place in the UK each year? From wife-carrying to chimney sweep celebrations, there’s a host of quirky events to enjoy. SWEEPS FESTIVAL Rochester,… Continue reading Six quirky events across the UK this year from wife-carrying races to fake band shows
Seven top ‘holiday destinations to watch’ this year including little known Spanish city and quiet islands
IT’S Sunshine Saturday – the busiest day for shaking off post-Christmas gloom and booking our summer breaks. Travel association Abta has launched its annual Destinations To Watch report featuring new places to inspire us, as its recent research reveals 68 per cent of us plan to go abroad this year and 45 per cent intend… Continue reading Seven top ‘holiday destinations to watch’ this year including little known Spanish city and quiet islands