Holidays & Travel

Top Short Breaks in 2026

Going on holiday needn’t always mean setting aside several weeks. On the contrary, short breaks are increasingly becoming popular, thanks to a combination of bespoke travel trends, and a preference for off-peak getaways.

Quietcations: Peaceful Escapes for a Calmer 2026

Have you ever arrived at a holiday destination and been put off by the amount of noise and activity? If you’re the sort of person who instinctively recoils from a crowd, then you might follow the ‘quietcation’ trend, and deliberately seek out the more secluded, tranquil parts of the world. The good news is that you...

Foreign and Commonwealth Office issue travel warning for Turkey

The Foreign and Commonwealth Office (FCO) has issued an advice notice for those intending to travel to Turkey: "Following recent demonstrations in Istanbul, Ankara, Izmir, Antalya, Adana and other cities across Turkey in which police have used tear gas and water cannons, further violent protests remain possible. We advise British nationals to avoid all demonstrations."

Meanwhile in other parts of the country the FCO advises against all but essential travel to the provinces of Hakkari, Sirnak, Siirt and Tunceli. "You should be especially vigilant when travelling in other provinces...

Enjoy a unique ‘glamping’ holiday at Crealy Meadows

Crealy Meadows Caravan and Camping Park in the heart of the Devon countryside offers the ultimate five-star ‘glamping’ experience with all the family! Choose between a luxury themed Safari Tent or Medieval Pavilion and have a magical break inspired by the great outdoors.

The stylish Safari Tents offer a truly unique experience, where you will feel like you have been whisked away to an African adventure or you can join the legends of Merlin, King Arthur and Sir Lancelot in one of the Medieval Pavilions. You will find everything you need including a fully fitted country style kitchen...

South West Coast Path repairs carried out at Bucks Mills

Funding has allowed National Trust rangers to replace a badly worn out flight of steps at the pretty village of Bucks Mills on the North Devon coast. The steps have also been resurfaced and are now ready to help, both locals and visitors alike, access this wonderful section of the coast and enjoy the breathtaking views. The funding also allowed a new way marker to be bought and installed to help people navigate their way around.

The funding for the repairs came from the South West Coast Path Association, the National Trust, the Rural Development Programme for England and also from...

Tourism businesses urged to enter ‘green’ awards

An East Devon tourism business has been commended for its success as the only representative of the District to be shortlisted this year for a Green Tourism gold award.

And other East Devon businesses have been urged to follow their example and enter award schemes to fly the East Devon flag.

Councillor Iain Chubb, EDDC’s Cabinet Member for Environment, has congratulated the proprietors of Hedgehog Corner B&B in Axminster for reaching the Green Tourism gold stars final listing, with the winners to be announced in November.

The business, which is the nearest...

Bank Holiday Getaway

Exeter Airport is preparing to handle over 15 thousand inbound and outbound passengers over the Bank Holiday weekend. From Friday to Monday Exeter’s passengers will be leaving on flights operated by Thomson, Thomas Cook, Newmarket Holidays, Skybus, Exeter-based airline Flybe and specialist operators Tangney Tours, Newmarket Holidays and Fly Niki. Friday sees full flights departing to Menorca, Dalaman, Corfu and Lourdes. The pilgrimage flight will carry 200 passengers, many with mobility issues, so extra members of staff will assist with boarding. Friday’s inbound flights include one of a...

Flybe announce price lock-down scheme

Authored by Mary Youlden
Posted: Thu, 05/16/2013 - 11:29am

Exeter-based Flybe has announced a new scheme which allows customers to book flights and to hold a "Price Lock-Down" fare for 24 hours before confirming and paying for their Flybe flight.

Travel planners will now have the benefit of being able to check and finalise all their travel details knowing that the price of a flight will held with the "Price Lock-Down". Customers may then confirm their held Fare within 24 hours by retrieving their Price Lock-Down booking on Flybe.com.

The "Price Lock-Down" is available for Exeter's Flybe Flights from just £5 on all Essentials and...

Just the ticket – Cranbrook gets a bus service!

Authored by Mary Youlden
Posted: Thu, 05/16/2013 - 10:26am

Bus services to the new community of Cranbrook will be introduced by Devon County Council from Tuesday 28 May.

The Services 4, 4A and 4B, funded by developer contributions, will replace services 60, 60A, 60B, X60 and 380 on the route between Exeter, Clyst Honiton, Cranbrook, Ottery St. Mary, Honiton and Axminster.

Devon County Council’s existing funding for Service 380 along this route will also continue towards the additional services.

In line with the requirements of the planning agreement for Cranbrook, there will be a half-hourly service between Exeter and the...

Flybe now offering twice-weekly service from Exeter to Nice

After a four year absence, Exeter-based airline Flybe has started flying to Nice with a twice-weekly service from Exeter.

Flybe, Europe’s largest regional airline, now offers a choice of Tuesday and Saturday departures with passengers flying on the comfortable 118-seat Embraer 195 jet aircraft.

Nice is the latest summer route with Flybe, but the airline is operating 19 routes to and from Exeter this summer, a total choice of up to 218 flights each week.

Nice is a popular metropolitan centre with a long and varied history dating back some 400,000 years. Situated...

Motorists reminded to drive safely around roadworks

Motorists are being reminded of the dangers faced by road workers who carry out vital improvements and maintenance on our roads - in particular on the development of the South Devon Link Road.

Emergency Services, Local Authority Road Safety Teams and contractors Galliford Try are urging drivers to take extra care at road works in a bid to cut deaths and injuries of road workers.

Since 2010, eight road workers have been killed whilst improving and maintaining the road network in England – and around 2,200 road accidents where people are injured occur every year at or in road...

Hilton Worldwide opens first hotel in Exeter

Hilton Worldwide has announced the opening of its debut hotel in Exeter. Hampton by Hilton Exeter Airport becomes the fast growing value brand's 11th UK hotel and Hilton Worldwide's 12th airport hotel in the country.

Located less than a mile from Exeter International Airport and close to junction 29 of the M5 motorway, the 120-guestroom hotel offers convenient access for air travellers and those seeking to visit the nearby city centre. For those that enjoy the great outdoors, the Jurassic Coast, England's first world natural heritage site, is a short drive away while both the...

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