Mark Hodson

The whole world at your feet, the chance to explore at your own pace, the joy of choosing your own destination — it’s no wonder solo travel is getting more popular every year. Except… where do you start?

October’s mellowness makes it an excellent time for an autumnal escape. You should be able to enjoy Indian summer in southern parts of Europe, where the crowds have gone but temperatures are still very pleasant.

Before the full-on heat of summer really kicks in (assuming we have another summer like last year’s), now’s the time to head off on a break and enjoy the sunshine.

Best holiday deals in March, from walking in Spain to skiing in Montgenevre

Escape February’s dull days with a trip somewhere warm. Or, if you enjoy the snow, snuggle up in a cosy cottage or head to the mountains for a holiday on the slopes.

Your honeymoon should always be among the most memorable trips of your life – here’s 'something new' to consider if you’re planning your special trip in 2019.

Best February holiday deals from skiing in Méribel to safari in Tanzania

By Mary Novakovich

It’s winter, the skies are grey and the temperature has plummeted. Thoughts naturally turn to the year ahead and where you can take the family for a holiday.

By Mark Frary

There’s nothing like the start of a new year to inspire all kinds of worthwhile goals...

By Cathy Winston

Best January travel deals, from South Africa to Cape Verde
Get the new year off to a bright start – either in the sunshine or somewhere where they really know how to do winter. Avoid jet lag by choosing a warm country that’s more or less in our time zone. And if you’re planning an April holiday now, some of these ideas might inspire you.
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South Africa
Combine a few days in Cape Town with a tour of the South Africa’s wine regions on a tailor-made holiday with Rainbow Tours. Once you’ve c...

Christmas may be a lot of things, but it’s rarely the most romantic time of the year.

Annabelle Thorpe of 101 Holidays shares some ideas on where to head to.

Stressed-out family get-togethers, enforced charades and the compulsory wearing of naff Christmas sweaters are hardly the stuff couples dream of. Instead, why not get away and celebrate the festive season how you want to, whether it’s a snow-draped city-break, an escape to the sun, or a cosy cottage with a roaring fire and a sofa just fo...

Travelling solo has never been more popular. Google searches for “solo travel” and “travel alone” were the highest ever at the start of this year, while one in nine people took a solo holiday in the previous year, according to ABTA’s Holiday Habits report 2017.
And with another survey by solo travel website 101 Singles Holidays finding that the numbers booking solo trips rose 14% last year, the trend shows no sign of stopping. That goes double if you’re a women, with female solo travellers ta...

Mark Frary of 101 Family Holidays shares his pick of late-summer family getaways, from kayaking and adventure trips to luxury hotel stays in the former palaces. Read on and book now to make your summer last longer.
The summer holidays are in full swing but it’s not too late to book a last-minute trip before the kids go back to school. Many companies have some great deals with discounts of hundreds and even thousands of pounds too. Here is our selection of 20 of the best last-minute offers out...

Multi-generational holidays are the new thing; this week Mark Frary looks at splashing the cash.
In the second part of Mark Frary's article on multi-generational holidays, this week the Editor of 101 Family Holidays talks about splashing the cash and checking into hotels and more.
HOTELS
Check in to a hotel and you can all relax knowing there’s someone else to make the beds, prepare breakfast, pour the drinks and even entertain the kids from time to time.
All-inclusive is the perfect choice f...

A trip to a museum is an essential part of a holiday for many families, particularly if there is an educational element that can tie in with the kids’ education. Here, Mark Frary of 101 Holidays looks at the best museums for families in the UK, Europe and around the world, and where to stay when visiting.