Brits are relying on the thought of holidays to get them through lockdown, with a third planning to take more trips than ever when restrictions are lifted to make up for lost time. A study of 2,000 adults found 56 per cent are using their future holiday plans to keep them going. And seven in 10 have even …

Four in 10 Brits said the past year is the longest they have ever gone without a holiday – taking a toll on their overall mood and wellbeing. A study of 2,000 adults found that prior to the pandemic, they would have enjoyed a holiday or mini break from their daily routine every four months. But in the …

A family celebrated their son’s sixth birthday by transforming part of their home into their favourite hotel. Like many other families in the UK, the Pedlars were missing their regular birthday celebrations due to lockdown rules. To do something a bit different, they decided to recreate a Premier Inn at their property – to the delight of birthday …

Six in 10 parents find it difficult to keep everyone happy when it comes to booking a holiday – because everyone wants different things. Research among 3,000 parents, children and grandparents revealed the kids just want to splash in the pool all day, while parents long for a bit of culture. And grandparents will not accept anything less …

The perfect road trip would last just under three hours, feature a sea view – and include a sing-a-long to 56 songs. A study of 2,000 Brits suggests three is the magic number, with this being revealed as the ideal amount of people in the car and also the number of breaks that would be taken. These pit-stops …

Brits have revealed their favourite things about UK staycations – with coastal walks, fish and chips and rambling through the countryside topping the list. A study of 2,000 UK adults revealed what they love most about holidaying closer to home, including an ice-cold drink in a beer garden, Mr Whippy ice creams and picnics. Penny pusher machines at …

A holiday-loving family have kept themselves entertained during lockdown by transforming a bedroom into a HOTEL. The O’Farrell-Duerdens regularly travel the UK when taking part in softball tournaments and going on other weekend family trips. But like the rest of the country, they have been resigned to spending the majority of the past three months stuck at home. …

News Copy – by Grant Bailey Money woes, where to eat and what film to watch are the subjects most likely to ignite summer holiday squabbles among British families, it has emerged. A study revealed the balancing act parents face when trying to keep the kids amused during the six-week summer break. Research of 2,000 mums and dads with children …

News Copy  by Grant Bailey Tour operator Virgin Holidays has become the first in the UK to offer divorce holidays for customers who have just endured a painful marriage break-up. The unique Las Vegas breaks, available to all divorcees, include personal styling sessions, photo-shoots and shopping sprees to help ease them into the next chapter of their lives. The four-night …

News Copy – by Richard Jenkins Kind-hearted Brits who take on the role of travel agent for mates’ breaks and holidays are losing out on around £197m a year due to last minute cancellations, it has emerged. Research revealed nine in 10 adults admit they always rely on one person to organise group events like away day football matches, stag …