Staycations

The former Nether Abbey Hotel is now The Bass & Barrel and will open in October.

Reopening date announced for pub, restaurant and hotel near Edinburgh

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

UK holidaymakers are choosing staycations over Spain this summer

Children on donkeys at St Andrews Beach in July 1961.

Scotland Beach Heritage Pictures: 27 photos from the 1950s and 1960s

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

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

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

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

Pingle Cottage with its beautiful Peak District backdrop

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

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

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

Edinburgh named among 'World’s 10 best cities for culture'

18 Edinburgh pubs hailed by beer guru

Britain’s 15 poshest towns have been named by The Telegraph - and a pretty location near Edinburgh has earned a place on the list.

Town under an hour from Edinburgh among Britain’s 15 poshest locations

Jupiter Artland is a contemporary sculpture park about half an hour's drive from Edinburgh.

'Extraordinary' park named among Britain’s best hidden gem attractions

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

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New research reveals 8 in 10 Brits are opting for a staycation in 2025
Brits are embracing the staycation trend, with new research revealing that just over eight in 10 have opted for a UK staycation.
By The Newsroom

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

The coastline around The Fairmont St Andrews is stunning

The Fairmont St Andrews: Golf and spa in glorious surroundings

(Photo: Pexels)

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

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

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

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
I stayed at a beautiful, peaceful property in the Cornish village of Praa Sands - and I would highly recommend staying here for your next break-away.
Isabella Boneham

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

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

Family run caravan park named the best in Scotland

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 beautiful frozen lake in winter (Photo: Amber Allott/NationalWorld)

An idyllic winter spa break in Staffordshire's sylvan surrounds Amber Allott

Top 20 staycation destinations in the UK - is your area on the list?

A sunny Hayling beach

Top 10 UK Staycations according to TripAdvisor

Blackpool has been named as the UK’s best budget staycation destination.

Poll ranks top UK budget staycation during the cost of living crisis

Best men’s hiking boots 2022

The best men’s hiking boots UK, and what to look for in a walking boot

A new study has revealed the most beautiful walks in the UK

Top 10 most beautiful walking trails in UK revealed - see the list

Top tips for stress-free driving

Sunburn can be a serious issue for vampires, particularly those from Yorkshire and Scotland (Picture: Stuart Cobley)

Staycation is just a normal holiday – Susan Morrison

A group enjoying a staycation in Perthshire. Pic: VisitScotland

New figures reveal huge demand for staycations

View from the top of the limestone headland ridge The Great Orme, to Llandudno historic seaside resort and waterfront in North Wales.
VisitBritain/ Lee Beel;

Staycations are on the rise since Brexit vote

Staycations are on the rise since Brexit vote

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