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The most popular budget-friendly travel ideas of 2026

You’ve might have noticed how travel feeds feel different lately. People aren’t chasing packed itineraries as much or ticking off landmarks at speed. Instead, many travellers are choosing trips that feel worthwhile without draining the bank account – experiences that give you space to slow down, connect, and actually enjoy where you are.

Slow and intentional travel experiences

You get more from a trip when you stop rushing between attractions and spend time in one place. Slower travel often cuts costs too, because you avoid constant transport expenses and tourist mark-...

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Six ideal places to visit in New York state that aren't New York

A visit to New York City is an almost compulsory element of any trip to the USA - even if it's just JFK or Newark airport. But visitors often forget that beyond the Big Apple, New York state itself is worth a visit. From spectacular nature to picturesque college towns, here are some of the best places to visit in New York.

Long Island

Located just outside of New York City, Long Island is where the locals go for a break. While some areas, like the Hamptons, are more known for their celebrity visitors and expensive restaurants, Long Island is dotted with small, picturesque...

Blue Chip Holidays wins prestigious British Travel Award for third consecutive year

Exeter based company, Blue Chip Holidays has been announced as the winner of Best Medium UK Self Catering / Cottage Holiday Company, winning gold in its category in the prestigious 2018 British Travel Awards for the third year running. The announcement was made on 28 November at a glamorous Gala Awards ceremony, held in London and attended by more than 800 travel industry people. Based in Exeter, Blue Chip Holidays is renowned for its premium self-catering holiday portfolio in the South West, Blue Chip Holidays provides guests with over 1,200 premium houses, cottages, lodges and apartments...

Cofton Holidays announced best in Devon at Visit Devon Tourism Awards 2018

Multi award-winning Cofton Holidays, based near Dawlish Warren, has been awarded Gold in the Holiday Park of the Year category at the Visit Devon Tourism Awards 2018.

The family-run business scooped not just one but two prestigious accolades at the awards, including Silver in the Responsible, Ethical and Sustainable Tourism category.

Now in its ninth year, the Visit Devon Tourism Awards 2018 saw entries across 26 different categories, with each undergoing a rigorous three-phase judging process. Cofton Holidays will now be fast tracked into the South West Tourism Excellence...

Why you should consider a wedding in Mykonos

Destination weddings are becoming increasingly popular these days with many couples jetting off to sunny destinations to get married. One of the most popular destinations for weddings is Mykonos which is a beautiful Greek island with some incredible views. Here, we are going to give you some reasons why you should get married in Mykonos. Keep reading if you would like to find out more.

The Venues

If you are looking for a beautiful wedding venue, then why not get married on the beach? Mykonos has some amazing places that you can get married whether you’d like to be saying...

Summer vacations - How to make them an exciting and thrilling experience?

The best part about the summer is the vacations that we get for a period of seven to ten days. It is that time of the year when most of us plan to go out on a holiday. It almost becomes the priority for us and at the same time is a well deserved rest after a sapping year.

There are many places along the globe that can serve you with ideal summer vacations and Marrakech is one of the premier destinations that have almost everything for the visitors. When you go out for the Marrakech vacation , you will find ideal destinations for your stay in the luxury hotels and villas of the...

Awards crown Devon park's 75 years of quality holidays

Devon's acclaimed Ladram Bay Holiday Park has finished its 75th anniversary year on a high after being declared the West Country's top destination for kids and adults. The Budleigh Salterton park scooped the top Diamond Award for Family Fun in the Devon, Somerset and Dorset region in November's prestigious Hoseasons Awards. It's the eighth year in succession that the park, owned by the Carter family since 1943, has come home from the event with the premier family fun trophy. The accolade was presented by comedian Paddy McGuinness at Hoseasons' sparkling annual awards ceremony at the Celtic...

8 Easy Ways to Avoid Travel Nightmares

Whether travelling for business or pleasure, in the best-case scenario, it connects us with friends, family, peers and the world. In the worst-case scenario, travel nightmares make you regret leaving home. What many people don’t realise is that you can take steps now to prevent those worst-case scenarios from happening to you. Here are seven easy ways to avoid travel nightmares.

Book with Benefits

You can minimise the risk of things going wrong by booking travel with benefits. You should look into booking a flight, car and hotel with a credit card that offers the most...

Civic Leaders back Flybe

Civic leaders have signed an open letter backing Exeter-based airline Flybe and recognising the important contribution the company makes to the local economy.

The move comes as Flybe announced disappointing financial results this morning on the Stock Exchange.

Flybe is the largest independent regional airline in Europe and carries eight million passengers a year between 81 airports.

The airline employs 1,000 people at Exeter Airport including high value aviation and engineering roles. Two-thirds of passengers at Exeter Airport fly with Flybe.

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Dog friendly winter breaks in North Devon

It's much quieter in and around the North Devon coastline during the autumn and winter months, into early spring. The roads, beaches, surf, golf courses, paths, trails and pubs are quieter. The heat, lush green and, at the same time, sun washed colours of summer have been replaced by the cool, moody tones and crisp colours of autumn and winter. It's a great time to visit North Devon with your dog.

Although some holiday cottages aren't available during the winter months, there are still plenty to choose from for your stay in North Devon. This is especially so during the week....

Flybe takes to the skies with 2018-19 winter schedule from Exeter Airport

Flybe, Europe’s largest regional airline, started operating its 2018-19 Winter schedule from Exeter this past weekend (Sunday 28th October 2018) featuring a total of 18 routes with a choice of up to 93 flights a week available throughout the UK and mainland Europe for travel through to 30th March 2019. The winter schedule features increased frequency on a number of attractive destinations. Flights to Paris Charles de Gaulle now depart up to twice a day and there are an additional four flights a week to Amsterdam. There is also an increase in flights to Manchester, now featuring up to four...

Holidays & Travel

The most popular budget-friendly travel ideas of 2026

Six ideal places to visit in New York state that aren't New York

Blue Chip Holidays wins prestigious British Travel Award for third consecutive year

Cofton Holidays announced best in Devon at Visit Devon Tourism Awards 2018

Why you should consider a wedding in Mykonos

Summer vacations - How to make them an exciting and thrilling experience?

Awards crown Devon park's 75 years of quality holidays

8 Easy Ways to Avoid Travel Nightmares

Civic Leaders back Flybe

Dog friendly winter breaks in North Devon

Flybe takes to the skies with 2018-19 winter schedule from Exeter Airport

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