Travel

Your passport to inspiration, our Travel category is filled with guides, itineraries, hotel reviews, and destination tips to make every trip unforgettable.

From UK breaks to long haul adventures, discover carefully crafted travel insights that help you explore the world with comfort, style, and confidence.

Whether you’re planning your next getaway or simply dreaming of one, this section brings the world closer.

  • 5 Tips for Musicians Travelling with Instruments

    ByLaura Dawson

    Always carry important documents — passport, national ID, driving licence, instrument insurance certificates and venue contracts — in your hand luggage together with digital copies stored securely online. Invest in high-quality, hard-shell flight cases or padded gig bags specifically designed for your instrument; label clearly with contact information and use TSA-approved locks for air travel. Photograph your luggage, instrument cases and contents from multiple angles before checking in — these images are invaluable evidence if items are lost, damaged or delayed by airlines or couriers. Arrive prepared: pack a small emergency kit including spare strings, cables, reeds, tools, basic toiletries, a change of clothes and medication in carry-on so you can perform even if main luggage goes missing. Contact venue technicians, promoters and backline providers in advance to confirm equipment needs, power specs, stage plot and any restrictions — arrive a day early whenever possible to soundcheck and rehearse in the space.

  • 7 Common Types of Travel Insurance Policies

    ByLaura Dawson

    Single-trip policies cover one journey from departure to return — ideal for occasional travellers or those planning a single holiday, cruise, city break or adventure. Annual multi-trip insurance provides 12 months of cover for multiple trips (often up to 31–90 days each) — perfect for frequent flyers, business travellers or families who holiday several times a year. Family policies bundle coverage for two adults and their children (usually under 18 or in full-time education) — usually cheaper than buying individual plans. Senior traveller policies cater to those aged 65+ with adjusted medical limits and higher premiums reflecting increased health risks. Adventure/sports policies extend cover to high-risk activities — skiing, scuba diving, trekking, bungee jumping or extreme sports — that standard plans exclude. Backpacker/long-stay policies protect extended trips (6–18 months) with worldwide medical cover, cancellation and personal belongings protection. Schengen/Europe-only policies meet visa requirements for European travel with the minimum €30,000 medical coverage mandated by Schengen countries.

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    5 Reasons Hiking Can Support Wellbeing

    ByLaura Dawson

    Hiking reconnects you with nature, delivering awe-inspiring views that instantly reduce stress and boost mental clarity far more effectively than indoor exercise ever can. Whether you hike alone for quiet reflection or join friends for shared challenge and laughter, the activity adapts perfectly to your mood and social needs. Physically, it builds endurance, strengthens major muscle groups and improves cardiovascular health while burning calories in a low-impact, enjoyable way. Every steep climb or long trail pushes personal boundaries, teaching resilience and goal-setting skills that carry over into daily life. The natural endorphin rush — often called a “trail high” — combines accomplishment, fresh air and serotonin uplift for a deeper sense of joy and wellbeing than many other forms of exercise provide.

  • 5 Reasons Lindisfarne Festival Is Worth Attending

    ByLaura Dawson

    Lindisfarne Festival delivers an eclectic music lineup across nine stages, blending indie, rock, folk, reggae, blues, soul, funk, hip-hop and dance — headliners share space with rising talent and acoustic buskers for a truly diverse weekend. The intimate 4,000-capacity site at Beal Farm offers breathtaking Northumberland coastal views from Goswick Sands to Bamburgh Castle, creating a magical backdrop unlike larger, more crowded festivals. Beyond music, the event features a dedicated comedy stage, spoken-word sessions, BBC Music Introducing showcases, late-night after-parties and a full wellbeing & healing area with yoga, mindfulness, drum circles and affordable holistic therapies. Boutique-style camping includes standard, quiet, live-in vehicle and glamping zones, all included in the ticket price, making it accessible and comfortable. Profits support Musicians Against Homelessness, adding a meaningful charitable impact to the feel-good festival atmosphere.