Missed family trips and get-togethers mean that plenty of us are looking for an extra-special break for 2021. Despite the uncertainty, this summer is filling up fast. The good news is most tour operators have Covid policies in place – some even let you cancel on the day of departure – although you should ensure … Read more
When I was aged eight, my parents took me on holiday to Windermere. Minutes after arriving at our lakeside campsite, I scrambled on to my lilo and set sail. Unfortunately, a gusty breeze immediately buffeted me towards a row of fishermen. I remember crashing backwards through their fishing lines, staring up at angry anglers wondering … Read more
Exclusive for Mail on Sunday readers: See beautiful Bordeaux with chef James Martin – discover the TV star’s culinary roots on a luxury 8-day cruise By Mail on Sunday Reporter Published: 22:01 GMT, 23 January 2021 | Updated: 22:01 GMT, 23 January 2021 With breathtaking scenery and glorious weather almost all year round, the Atlantic … Read more
Stop dreaming, start booking! Six of the best flexible flight and holiday offers, from Mauritius to a Tui Florida deal that includes early entry to the Harry Potter Wizarding World Tui has deals to Florida staying at Universal Studios’ Endless Summer Resort BA is offering seven nights in a beachside hotel in Barbados from £529pp … Read more
Standing beneath the belly of the bear, I’m gazing out to sea. In the gloaming, the amethyst hills of the Maddalena islands rise from the glassy waters. For 15 months in this peaceful setting, Nelson’s fleet lay in wait for the French navy, which the admiral would ultimately meet at Trafalgar. His single eye would … Read more
Cafe tables under olive trees, medieval villages and swimming in turquoise waters: Why writer HARRY MOUNT is dreaming of Kardamyll in Greece during lockdown Harry Mount recalls swimming across the 100-yard channel between Merope and Kardamyli in Greece Old Kardamyli is a preserved medieval village of fortified tower houses leading to the Taygetos foothills The … Read more
A delightful narrow gauge railway, a farmer’s market run by a former MI6 chief and a holy site that once drew emperors and kings: The intriguing delights of heavenly Norfolk The Daily Mail’s Kit Hesketh-Harvey reveals the bucolic delights and religious history of Norfolk Walsingham, a tranquil cluster of hamlets, was once among the four … Read more
A delightful narrow gauge railway, a farmer’s market run by a former MI6 chief and a holy site that once drew emperors and kings: The intriguing delights of heavenly Norfolk The Daily Mail’s Kit Hesketh-Harvey reveals the bucolic delights and religious history of Norfolk Walsingham, a tranquil cluster of hamlets, was once among the four … Read more
It seems easy to divide the nation between those chomping at the bit to take to the skies, rails and roads — and others who baulk at the prospect of going beyond their newsagent. So where do you stand? Ruthless Air Miles Accumulator (RAMA) It seems easy to divide the nation between those chomping at … Read more
Standing beneath the belly of the bear, I’m gazing out to sea. In the gloaming, the amethyst hills of the Maddalena islands rise from the glassy waters. For 15 months in this peaceful setting, Nelson’s fleet lay in wait for the French navy, which the admiral would ultimately meet at Trafalgar. His single eye would … Read more