Angela Riches 
Cruising Britain’s beautiful inland waterways aboard a canal boat is a great way to see the spring countryside bursting with new life. Travelling at just 4mph, canal boat holiday-makers can enjoy watching out for nesting birds, waterfowl chicks, spring lambs and blossom on the trees and hedgerows that line our waterways. Drifters Waterways Holidays (drifters.co.uk) … Read more
Bikepacking mixes the thrill of cycling with the freedom of multi-day travel, letting riders explore varied landscapes while carrying their kit. A good bikepacking route can turn a normal ride into an exciting journey of discovery and closer contact with the outdoors. Bikepacking routes are often quieter than normal cycle paths, so you can find … Read more
Cruises sail to some of Europe’s most iconic locations, such as Rome, Athens and Barcelona. Whilst these cities provide rich history, great food and iconic landmarks, they are also home to some of the best beaches on the continent. Google Trends search data shows a 30% increase in people searching for beach holidays this year. … Read more
There are your typical business events and then there are those days that reset your standard. In January, I attended Aurum. This was an elevated one-day experience created and hosted by Kirsty Raynor, positioned as the ultimate January reset for ambitious women ready raise the standard for the year ahead. Held inside the five-star luxury … Read more
The North of England doesn’t always get the credit it deserves for speciality coffee, but it should. Over the last few years, independent roasteries across the region have quietly been doing really good work. Thoughtfully sourced beans, careful roasting, and spaces that feel rooted in their local communities, not built for Instagram first. Great coffee … Read more
Choosing where to live in the UK is about more than just house prices or job availability. Lifestyle, transport, community, and long-term opportunity all matter. As we move into 2026, several cities continue to stand out for offering a strong balance between affordability, quality of life, and future growth. Our blog here will highlight UK … Read more
The North’s favourite Mexican has officially landed in Leeds, as Salon Madre opens its doors on Wellington Street. A lively tequila bar, taqueria and sports hangout, Salon Madre brings margarita-fuelled nights, DJs, pool tables and big-screen sport to the city centre. Fun, unpretentious and built for good times, it’s made for everything from date nights … Read more
Visitors to Florida’s Kennedy Space Center Visitor Complex this February and March will have the opportunity to witness an extraordinary sight: the mighty Space Launch System (SLS) rocket standing on the famous Launch Complex 39B, ready to send astronauts back to the Moon for the first time since 1972. This is the very rocket that … Read more
Forget the likes of York, Bath, and Oxford- take the path less trodden and make haste to the unique and historic Cathedral city of St Albans where you’ll discover a delectable slice of Old England. If you like British history, St Albans in Hertfordshire is a must-visit. Situated a swift 20-minute train ride from London … Read more
Ahead of International Women’s Day on 8th March, leading online travel agent Opodo recognises that solo travel, specifically for women, continues to drive interest – from short-haul getaways to far-flung adventure. Increasingly, female solo travellers are embracing independent exploration, whether it’s for personal growth, flexibility or meaningful experiences and so Opodo identifies some of the … Read more
When people talk about a warm home, they usually mean the temperature, and doing things like turning the heating on and making sure it’s not cold. But the fact is that warmth can mean all kinds of different things, and you’ll definitely be able to feel the difference between a heated home and a warm … Read more
For many people across the UK, daily life has become a constant negotiation with noise, traffic, screen time and packed schedules. The sense of being perpetually overstretched is increasingly common, and it rarely improves on its own. What’s less often acknowledged is that the home environment itself plays a part in how calm, grounded and … Read more
