Mother’s Day falls on Sunday, 15th March 2026, and it’s the one day of the year when families come together to celebrate wonderful mums. Your mother has worried about you, cuddled you, cared for you and cleaned up after you, and now she deserves some TLC and a gesture of just how much you appreciate her.
When planning a holiday during peak travel seasons, knowing when not to travel can be just as important as knowing the best times to travel. For solo travellers, couples and adults travelling without children, UK school half term periods often bring busier airports, higher prices and longer queues.
Easter is a great time for a fun family trip before the kids head back to school. The weather is warmer, flowers are blooming, and many cities have exciting Easter events that children will enjoy. It’s the perfect opportunity to explore new places, try fun activities and create lasting memories together.
From Easter egg hunts and flower gardens to theme parks and festive celebrations, here are 10 amazing cities that offer fun-filled activities for families with kids. Whether you enjoy adventure, animals or fairy-tale castles, there’s something for everyone.
February half term 2026 runs from Monday 16th to 20th February. Falling just after Valentine’s weekend, it’s a good opportunity to spend time together before spring arrives, without the pressures that come with peak summer travel.
Sunshine Saturday is known as the biggest holiday booking day of the year — when thoughts of sunshine, beaches and city breaks finally start becoming real plans. To celebrate, we’re giving you the chance to boost your next adventure with our Sunshine Saturday Competition 2026, offering a chance to win £1,500 in holiday vouchers to one lucky winner, plus ten £50 Amazon Gift Cards for runners-up.
We all know that delays, cancellations, and disruption are part of modern travel – but 2025 was the year that really underlined just how important preparation has become.
2025 was a growing year for travel, with UK holidaymakers and business travellers heading overseas in high numbers. Alongside the enthusiasm came two clear lessons; plan for disruption and have the right travel insurance in place. Doing these two things can make all the difference when things don’t go to plan.
Below, we have pulled together a look at what shaped travel in 2025 and how UK travellers can prepare for trips more effectively in 2026.
Holidays are evolving, and 2026 travel trends are reshaping how we take a break. Remember when a family holiday meant Spain in July, a resort pool, and toast for breakfast every morning? Those days are slipping away — and quickly. If you’re planning to travel in 2026, here’s what’s really happening in the world of holidays.
Sunshine Saturday is one of the most exciting times of the year for anyone looking to book a family holiday, and you might be wondering why. This is the day when travel agents and tour operators offer great discounts on holidays for the year ahead, making it the perfect time for families to secure an amazing trip at a fantastic price.
Christmas is almost here and it’s the best time to explore holiday markets worldwide. Uncover magical festive spots across the world, from cosy wooden chalets and snowy towns to warm treats and decorations.
With the growing popularity of GLP‑1 or related medications like Mounjaro (Tirzepatide), Wegovy, Ozempic, and others for weight management, a common concern is whether taking one of these drugs means you need to declare it when buying travel insurance.
The short answer is: it depends — and the more cautious (and safer) approach is to check with your insurer. Below is a breakdown of how this typically works and how to stay covered.