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🌍 This Week’s Featured Destinations

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🌍 Hand-Picked Travel Deals

💡 All prices are based on example dates and departure airports. Other airports and travel dates are available through the booking link, but final prices may vary.

✈️Flight Deal

🌴 London ➜ Alicante
📅 21–28 April 2026
💸 £93pp return — includes personal item + checked bag (Wizz Air)
🔁 Direct flight
Late April is a brilliant time to visit Alicante — warm sunshine without the intense summer heat, relaxed beaches, and lively old-town streets perfect for slow evenings and tapas hopping 🌞🌊

🕒 Flight time: 2hrs 30m
🌍 Location: Alicante, Spain
🌡️ Avg temp: April: 20°C
🚍 Transfers: 20–30 minutes from Alicante Airport into the city centre by transfer
🚗 Hire a car: Optional — useful for exploring nearby beaches and coastal towns, but not essential for the city itself
🏨 Where to stay: We 💙 Hospes Amérigo
🛏️ Hotel highlights: A stylish boutique hotel set in a former Dominican convent right by the old town, offering a rooftop spa and pool, elegant rooms, and an unbeatable location steps from the Explanada and beach.
🎟️ Things to do: Wander the Old Town (El Barrio), visit Santa Bárbara Castle, explore Alicante on a tuk-tuk tour, enjoy a catamaran cruise along the Costa Blanca, a winery visit just outside the city🍷⛵
💡 Tip: Checked baggage is already included at this price — great for a relaxed week away without packing stress.
ℹ️ Price notes: Based on 1 adult. Flights depart Tuesday 21 April and return Tuesday 28 April. Shown with Wizz Air; prices and availability can change. You’ll see live totals and can adjust dates, travellers and luggage when you click Book Now.

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💸 Flight + Hotel Package

🌞 4-Night Costa Adeje Escape
📅 Tue 17 Mar – Sat 21 Mar 2026
🏨 Melia Jardines del Teide – Adults Only — Junior Suite with Balcony – Half Board
✈️ Return flights from London (airport varies by availability)
🧳 Luggage depends on airline selected
💸 £580pp

📌 Book by 28 January 2026 for travel between 17–21 March 2026 and bag an exclusive low price!

🌡️ Weather: Expect warm spring temperatures that are typically 21–23°C, ideal for relaxing by the heated pool.
🛏️ Hotel highlights: Melia Jardines del Teide – Adults Only offers Junior Suites with balcony (upgrades available), large pool with views, free Wi-Fi, spa, pool bar and Atlantic Ocean views.
📍 Flight info: Return flights from London (airport varies by availability). Luggage depends on the airline selected and is not included in the base price — baggage options can be added during booking.
🚶 Getting around: Costa Adeje is easy to explore on foot, with buses and taxis for longer trips 🚕🚌 Tuk tuks are a fun way to see the sights, while car hire is ideal for visiting Teide National Park.
🎟️ Things to do: Whale and dolphin watching cruises 🐋🌊, Mount Teide experiences 🌋 and a range of water sports ⛵
ℹ️ Price notes: 17–21 March 2026. £580pp. Prices are live and may change — flights, rooms and extras can be adjusted during booking. Book by 28 January 2026 to secure this exclusive low price.

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💓 Rome — Valentine’s Weekend Escape

🏨 Hotel Artemide, Rome
📅 13–16 Feb 2026
💖 Deluxe Double Room – Breakfast buffet included
💰 Now £1,313.60
✨ Bundle your hotel + flights to save more
📍 Great central location 🧖‍♀️ In-house spa for added relaxation ✔️ Great reviews

ℹ️ Price notes
Based on 2 adults · 13–16 Feb 2026 (Valentine’s Weekend) in a Deluxe Double Room. Prices are live and can change — you’ll see real-time totals and can tweak room types or extras from there.

🧳 Arriving early?
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🚶 Getting around Rome
Rome is wonderfully walkable, especially around the historic centre, with metro, tram and bus services covering longer journeys.
For added comfort, Hotel Artemide offers a private car service — ideal for airport transfers or relaxed evening travel.
For something more fun and uniquely Roman, Vespa rentals and guided golf cart tours are popular ways to explore landmarks without the legwork. A car isn’t needed for this trip.

🎟️ Things to do
Ancient landmarks, Vatican highlights, guided walking tours, food and wine experiences, opera nights, and romantic evening strolls. City passes can help you save by bundling top attractions and transport into one easy option.

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💓 Bénodet — Beachfront Summer Escape

🏖️ Stylish Beachfront Apartment
📍 Bénodet, France
📅 6–13 June (7 nights)
👫 2 adults (sleeps 4)
💰 £777 total
Wake up to the sound of the waves in this beach front apartment, offering direct access to the sand and sea — a real standout for the area 🌊✨.

  • Living area with large windows opening onto a sea-view balcony in a beachfront apartment in Bénodet, France
  • Balcony dining area overlooking the beach and sea at a beachfront apartment in Bénodet, France
  • Interior seating area looking out to a private balcony and ocean at a beachfront apartment in Bénodet, France

ℹ️ Price notes
Based on 2 adults (sleeps 4) · 6–13 June · 7 nights. Prices are live and may change. You can adjust dates or extras directly when checking availability.

✈️ Where to fly into
Fly into Nantes Atlantique Airport, the most convenient airport for Bénodet and the Brittany coast. ⏱️ Average flight time from London: 1 hour 30 minutes.

🚗 Transfers
Pre-book an airport transfer or hire a car for the easiest option, with a 1.5–2 hour drive straight to the coast 🚗. Trains towards Bénodet are also available, followed by a short taxi 🚆.

🚶 Getting around Bénodet
Bénodet is compact and easy to explore on foot 🚶‍♀️. Coastal paths, beaches, cafés and shops are all close by. Local taxis and buses are available, but a car isn’t essential for a relaxed seaside stay.

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⚠️ Latest Travel Updates

The UK Foreign, Commonwealth & Development Office (FCDO) has updated its travel advice for Cambodia, advising against all but essential travel to areas within around 20 km of the land border with Thailand due to ongoing military activity. Land border crossings between Cambodia and Thailand remain closed, and there are safety concerns in some border areas, while most other parts of the country continue to operate as normal.

Travellers should note that choosing to travel to areas where FCDO advice is in place may invalidate travel insurance, meaning cover for medical treatment, evacuation, cancellations or disruption may not apply. It’s important to check your policy carefully before travelling and consider postponing plans until official advice changes.

Updated: 3 February 2026

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✨ Seasonal Spotlight

💡 All prices are based on example dates and departure airports. Other airports and travel dates are available through the booking link, but final prices may vary.

Dreaming of warm beaches, golden light and a break from the winter chill? These sunshine escapes bring the heat back into your travel plans — from quick hops to long-haul paradise and bucket-list brilliance.

Our Seasonal Spotlight is refreshed regularly to reflect the best winter sun destinations throughout the year.

🌋 Los Gigantes & Santiago del Teide, Tenerife

Escape to dramatic volcanic cliffs and peaceful villages overlooking the Atlantic. A quiet winter escape with warm days, fewer crowds and breathtaking scenery 🌞

💡 How to Do It:

✈️ Airport: Tenerife South (TFS)
🕒 Flight time: approx. 4h 30m from the UK
🚖 Transfers: 🚖 It’s always worth pre-booking Airport transfers to get the best price — Tenerife South Airport to Los Gigantes or Santiago del Teide takes around 45–55 minutes.
🌡️ Average temps: • Dec 22°C • Jan 21°C • Feb 22°C
🚗 Hire a car: Recommended — ideal for cliff drives, viewpoints and quieter villages. See our Car Hire page for tips.
🏨 Where to stay: Royal Sun Resort — sea-view suites with balconies, outdoor pool, peaceful setting and just a short walk to the marina and beach. ✨ Prefer space & flexibility? This area is perfect for self-catering apartments
🎟️ Must-do experiences: Whale and dolphin watching from Los Gigantes marina, a Mount Teide tour or cable car ride, a relaxed island sightseeing tour away from the crowds and an easy day trip to Siam Park.

🌴 Sharm el Sheikh, Egypt

Warm Red Sea waters, desert backdrops and reliable winter sunshine. Clear seas, calm days and balmy evenings make Sharm el Sheikh feel like a true winter escape.

💡 How to Do It:

✈️ Airport: Sharm el Sheikh International Airport (SSH)
🕒 Flight time: Around 5h 30m from the UK
🚖 Transfers: Resort shuttle or pre-book a transfer to hotel areas (15–25 mins)
🌡️ Average temps: Dec 22°C • Jan 21°C • Feb 22°C • Mar 25°C • Apr 28°C
🏨 Where to stay: Large all-inclusive Red Sea resorts with private beaches, multiple pools and on-site dining, there are plenty to choose from but we love Xperience Sea Breeze Resort for it’s exceptional service, on the beach, large pool and a variety of rooms with views.
📦 Packages: Sharm el Sheikh works brilliantly as a package holiday, with excellent value when flights and the hotel are booked together.
🎟️ Must-do experiences: Red Sea snorkelling and diving, desert quad safaris with Bedouin dinners, and experience a true Hammam. See more.

🏙️ JBR Beach, Dubai

Blue skies, warm seas and golden city sunsets — Dubai is winter sun wrapped in glamour. Chic hotels, high-end dining and picture-perfect waterfront living make JBR Beach a dream winter escape.

💡 How to Do It:

✈️ Airport: Dubai International Airport (DXB)
🕒 Flight time: 7h from the UK
🚖 Transfers: Shuttle or private taxi to JBR Beach (25–30 mins)
🌡️ Average temps: Dec 26°C • Jan 24°C • Feb 25°C
🚗 Hire a car: Useful but optional
🏨 Where to stay: Sofitel Dubai Jumeirah Beach — Infinity pool, on The Walk, Arabian Gulf views, close to the beach and a highly recommended spa.
🎟️ Must-do experiences: Go out on the water in a luxury yacht or rent a jet-ski. Stay on the beach with a camel ride or a family friendly bike ride. More idea’s here.

🌺 Seminyak, Bali

Tropical sunsets, laid-back beach cafés and warm island breezes — a dreamy escape from winter. Think golden shorelines, slow mornings by the pool and warm evenings filled with Bali’s famous charm.

💡 How to Do It:

✈️ Airport: Denpasar-Bali Airport (DPS)
🕒 Flight time: 17–18h with one stop, no direct flights.
🚖 Transfers: Taxi or private driver to Seminyak (20–30 mins)
🌡️ Average temps: Dec 27°C • Jan 27°C • Feb 27°C
🚗 Hire a car: Not needed
🏨 Where to stay: The Seminyak Beach Resort & Spa — a top pick for breathtaking beach views & a short stroll to Eat Street. Pure Luxury is their priority.
🎟️ Must-do experiences: Jewellery and perfume making classes, waterfall hikes, surf lessons and horse riding. More idea’s here.

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Romantic weekends, cosy retreats and unforgettable escapes — these Valentine’s picks are perfect whether you’re staying close to home or flying further afield ✈️✨

All example prices shown are based on two people travelling from Friday 13 February to Monday 16 February 2026. Dates, durations and departure locations can be easily adjusted via the link to suit your plans. Our final out-of-this-world pick is quoted for 11–25 February, as this long-haul escape works best over a longer stay, you can still adapt the dates via the link.

🏡 Cotswolds

Crackling fires, honey-stone villages and quiet countryside walks — the Cotswolds is made for slow, romantic escapes where time feels like it pauses just for you 🔥🌿 Trust us — this location is perfectly romantic 💞

A Charming Cotswold Cottage in Bourton-on-the-Water
  • Winter morning light reflecting on the river in Bourton-on-the-Water village
  • Cosy cottage breakfast table with tea, flowers and soft morning light
  • Blossom trees lining the river in Bourton-on-the-Water village, Cotswolds
  • Prosecco glasses beside a log burner
  • Bakery on the Water stone building in Bourton-on-the-Water village, Cotswolds
  • Peaceful garden at Japonica Cottage in Bourton-on-the-Water with green lawn, trees and spring flowers

✈️ Flying in:
Fly into Birmingham Airport (BHX), then transfer’s take around 1 hour 15 minutes.
🚆 By train:
Travel by train from to Moreton-in-Marsh then it’s a a 15–20 minute taxi into the village.
🚗 By car:
An easy countryside drive — approximately 2 hours from London or 1 hour from Birmingham. With your own parking space having a car makes it easy to explore nearby villages — compare options and book ahead via our Car Hire page.
🏡 Stay style:
Cosy self-catering Cotswold cottage with a wood-effect electric fire, shared patio and garden areas, plus off-road parking. Centrally located with pubs, cafés and shops just a short walk away.
🐾 Good to know:
Pet-friendly (one well-behaved dog). Peaceful in the evenings. Steep stairs and a bedroom accessed via another may not suit guests with limited mobility.
💖 Perfect for:
Privacy, slow days and a truly cosy Valentine’s escape.

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🏞️ Lake District

Still lakes 🌊, misty hills 🏔️ and fireside evenings 🔥 — the Lake District is made for Valentine escapes that feel calm, restorative and deeply romantic.
Trust us — this location is perfectly romantic 💞

A Romantic Lake District Spa Escape at Ambleside Salutation Hotel & Spa

✈️ Flying in:
Fly into Manchester Airport (MAN). From here, pre-booked airport transfers are available that take around 1 hour 30 minutes.

🚆 By train:
Travel by train to Windermere Station (direct services from Manchester Airport and London Euston). From Windermere, it’s a 10–15 minute taxi ride to the hotel.

🚗 By car:
The Lake District is best explored by car, especially for lakeside drives and scenic viewpoints. On-site parking is available, and hiring a car makes it easy to explore Windermere, Grasmere and beyond.

🏨 Stay style:
Ambleside Salutation Hotel & Spa is a stylish spa hotel in the centre of Ambleside, offering a calm, romantic atmosphere with modern rooms, spa facilities and easy access to village shops, lakeside walks and surrounding fells.

🎟️ Things to do:
Unwind in the hotel’s spa and thermal facilities, then enjoy a lakeside stroll around Lake Windermere or a scenic drive through Grasmere and Rydal Water. Perfect for slow mornings, winter walks and fireside dinners.

🐾 Good to know:
For Valentine’s weekend, you can upgrade to a balcony with a lake view for just £5, with full breakfast included — a lovely touch for a romantic stay.

💖 Perfect for:
Spa breaks, scenic walks, cosy evenings and a relaxed romantic Lake District escape surrounded by nature and calm.

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💞 Florence

Florence offers a Valentine’s city break where art, beauty and timeless romance come together effortlessly ✨🍷

A Romantic Valentine’s Escape in Florence

✈️ Flying in:
Return flights to Florence start from £141 and include a cabin bag for Valentine’s weekend (Fri–Mon).

🚕 Transfers:
It’s always worth pre-booking airport transfers to secure the best price and enjoy a smooth, stress-free arrival into the city.

🏨 Where to stay:
Hotel Lungarno Vespucci 50 offers refined riverside elegance with intimate spaces and beautiful views — perfect for slow mornings and romantic evenings.

💡 Romantic escapes cost less as a package.

🚆 Getting around:
Florence is wonderfully walkable, with most landmarks, cafés and viewpoints close together. A Hop-On Hop-Off sightseeing bus is also a great option for seeing the highlights.

🧳 Luggage storage:
Use Bounce to store luggage before check-in or after check-out and enjoy your final day bag-free.

🎟️ Things to do:
Join a local cooking class, explore the vineyards on a Chianti wineries tour, or take a romantic boat cruise for a truly special Valentine’s experience.

💖 Perfect for:
Riverside strolls, candlelit dinners, world-class art and soaking up the romance of one of Italy’s most beautiful cities.

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💞 Lisbon

Golden light, tiled streets and softly lit viewpoints — Lisbon delivers a Valentine’s city break that feels relaxed, romantic and effortlessly atmospheric ✨🍷

A Romantic Boutique Stay in the Heart of Lisbon

✈️ Flying in:
Return flights to Lisbon start from £128 for Valentine’s weekend (Fri–Mon).
🚖 Transfers:
It’s always worth pre-booking airport transfers to secure the best price and enjoy a smooth, stress-free arrival into the city.
🏨 Where to stay:
Dare Lisbon House offers stylish, apartment-style suites in a beautifully restored historic building — perfect for couples who want privacy, comfort and a central base for romantic evenings out.
💡 Romantic escapes cost less as a package.
🚆 Getting around:
Lisbon is best explored on foot, by tram and public transport. Hop-On Hop-Off sightseeing options are an easy way to see the city’s highlights while keeping plans flexible. We love the Amphibious Bus.
🧳 Luggage storage:
Use Bounce to store luggage before check-in or after check-out and make the most of your final day without carrying bags.
🎟️ Things to do:
Enjoy a Fado show with wine inside Lisbon’s medieval walls, or take a night cruise along the Tagus River to see the city illuminated after dark — both perfect Valentine’s experiences.
💖 Perfect for:
Sunset viewpoints, candlelit dinners and slow evenings soaking up Lisbon’s laid-back romance.

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💞 Amsterdam

With glowing canals, quiet bridges and reflections after sunset, Amsterdam is made for slow, romantic escapes
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A One-of-a-Kind Canal Stay in the Heart of the City

✈️ Flying in:
Return flights to Amsterdam start from around £80 for Valentine’s weekend (Fri–Mon).
🚖 Transfers:
It’s always worth pre-booking airport transfers to get the best price.
🚄 By train (Eurostar):
The Eurostar runs direct from London St Pancras to Amsterdam in around 4 hours 30 minutes, with return fares from £146 for two people — relaxed, scenic and perfect if you want to skip the airport altogether (To view the 2-person price, add the second passenger to the booking details.)
🏨 Where to stay:
Apollo Hotel Amsterdam, a Tribute Portfolio Hotel offers an elegant, design-led stay beside Amsterdam’s peaceful canals. With spacious rooms, refined interiors and a quieter waterside setting just outside the busiest areas, it’s a great choice for couples wanting a relaxed yet well-connected city break.
💡 Romantic escapes cost less as a package.
🚶 Getting around:
Amsterdam is easy to explore on foot, by tram and via the canals. Hop-On Hop-Off buses and boats are a relaxed way to move between neighbourhoods and sights while enjoying the city from both land and water.
🧳 Luggage storage:
Use Bounce to store luggage before check-in or after check-out and enjoy extra hours exploring the canals hands-free.
🎟️ Things to do:
Book a candlelit canal cruise with drinks and bites, or head up to A’DAM Lookout and dine (tried & tested) at the revolving Moon restaurant.
💖 Perfect for:
Canal reflections, cosy evenings in and experiencing Amsterdam’s romance.

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🌌 Atacama Desert, Chile

Silent deserts, glowing sunsets and infinite stars — the Atacama Desert creates a Valentine’s escape that feels rare, otherworldly and deeply romantic 🌌💛

A Once-in-a-Lifetime Desert Stay Beneath the Clearest Skies on Earth

✈️ Flying in:
Fly from the UK to Calama Airport (CJC), no direct flights. This long-haul journey is best suited to a truly special Valentine’s escape rather than a short weekend.
🚖 Transfers:
From Calama Airport, pre-booked transfers to San Pedro de Atacama take around 1–1.5 hours. Booking ahead is essential for comfort and a smooth arrival into the desert.
🏨 Where to stay:
Atacama Lodge Rukazen is a peaceful rural retreat set against the dramatic Atacama Desert landscape. With exceptional reviews, a top-rated breakfast and an outdoor pool, it’s ideal for couples wanting to slow down, disconnect and enjoy quiet moments together under wide desert skies.
💡 Romantic escapes cost less as a package.
🎟️ Things to do:
Enjoy unforgettable experiences nearby, from The Roofless Experience Stargazing Tour under Atacama’s crystal-clear skies, to soaking in the natural thermal pools of Puritama Hot Springs, and ending the day with the dramatic desert views of the Moon Valley Sunset Tour.
💖 Perfect for:
Couples craving silence, space and scenery so extraordinary it feels unreal — the ultimate Valentine’s escape for those who want something truly different.

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