Holidays & Travel

Travelodge launches its new sustainability plan - ‘Better Future’

Travelodge, one of the UK’s largest hotel chains which operates almost 600 hotels across Ireland, Spain and the UK including 10 properties in Devon and seven in Cornwall, officially launches its new sustainability plan - Better Future.

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SWR announces strike service levels

South Western Railway (SWR) is urging customers only to travel by rail if absolutely necessary for the planned RMT strike day on Wednesday 27 July.

Customers should expect severe disruption and, if they have to travel, should seek to do so by other means.

SWR has published their strike day service levels, which will provide a very limited service on the routes Network Rail...

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Three Devon B&Bs shine in AA B&B Awards

AA Hotel & Hospitality Services has today announced the winners of the AA B&B Awards in a virtual ceremony, recognising the UK’s top B&Bs and the dedicated teams who run them. Now in their 26th year, the AA B&B Awards cover categories including Friendliest B&B, Inn of the Year and Regional Breakfasts of the Year.

In Devon, Highcliffe House in Lynton has won the AA...

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The Devonshire Hotel in Torquay wins 2022 TripAdvisor Travellers’ Choice Award

The Devonshire Hotel in Torquay has been awarded a TripAdvisor Travellers’ Choice Award for 2022.

The Devonshire Hotel, overlooking Tor Bay, is part of the family-owned and operated coach holiday group Daish’s Holidays and has been acknowledged for consistently delivering positive experiences to travellers.

The Traveller’s Choice Awards recognise travellers’ favourite...

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Team GB and double Olympic medallist Bryony Page officially launches brand new activities at Devon Cliffs Holiday Park

Leading UK holiday company Haven celebrates the launch of new high adrenaline activities at Devon Cliffs Holiday Park, with Team GB and double Olympic medallist Bryony Page.

Following a huge £1 million investment over the winter across a range of indoor and outdoor facilities, Devon Cliffs introduces the much-anticipated activity The Jump and brand-new addition Tank Off Roaders ahead...

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The best dog-friendly holidays in the UK

Family holidays can create some of the most precious memories. What’s even more amazing, is when these getaways allow the whole family to come – including man or woman’s best furry friend.

Dog lovers across the UK dream every year of bringing their beloved four-legged friend on holiday with them. Some are even lucky enough to fulfil this dream, whilst others are restricted by the...

Top 5 family attractions in Devon

If you choose to holiday in Devon with your family, England, be sure to visit these 5 amazing family attractions:

• Buckfast Abbey, located in Buckfastleigh, Devon, is one of the monasteries still active today. Founded in 1018 and dissolved in 1536, it was restored and governed by the Benedictine order in 1882. The monks sell honey, mead and beeswax to tourists and maintain the...

Known Cities to discover in the South of France

Travelling to France is always a fun experience, as there is so much to discover in this country. But if we are to travel, why not enjoy more clement weather as well? That is why the south of France is so interesting for Brits, so we can catch a tan in a few days. But instead of Cannes, Nice and Marseille, here are a few cities that are well worth taking time to discover, on your next trip in...

£300,000 on Devon park's new fun zone? That's child's play!

Top Devon park Beverley Holidays has splashed £300k on a new seaside-themed play park designed to provide lashings of fun and fitness for youngsters.

Opened this Easter, the Paignton holiday park says its new Land Ahoy Adventure Island and mini-golf course has proved a big hit with smaller guests.

On offer are a selection of playful challenges for all ages which will help...

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Devon’s most popular holiday homes for 2022

Stay in Devon , the south-west accommodation provider has revealed its most popular holiday homes for 2022 holidays and staycations. With comfort, style and quality service at the forefront they welcome customers from all over to try out their self-catering cottages which offer perfect pads for exploring the best of Devon from.

Whether you are looking for a romantic cottage, an artist...

Social Gin Tasting at Local Holiday Home

Local spirits company offers unique blind tasting experiences

Devon-based Azu Spirits have launched an exciting new gin and whisky tasting experience across the South West, just in time for summer.

Azu is partnering with venues and holiday homes across the South West to offer premium tasting experiences to private parties, businesses, and events. The blind tasting showcases six distinct Scottish single malt whiskies or British gins. Azu also...

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