Is your idea of idyll waking up to endless rolling greenery interrupted only by the occasional ‘baa’ or ‘moo’? Or can you not wait to push open the curtains to reveal a bustling city centre, just waiting to be explored? We’ve put together some of our favourite city and country break ideas to inspire you, including historic, modern and unusual properties around the UK. Read on and see where you’d rather spend your quality time!

This 5-star Art Deco Manchester hotel has been in Coronation Street, Real Housewives of Cheshire and Cold Feet to name but a few hit TV series. So what exactly is within Hotel Gotham that makes it one of the hottest locations in town? We take a look at what’s on offer behind that impressive facade.

The school holidays have come to an end (finally), meaning it’s time to stop focusing on the kids and activities for them, and can think about spending some relaxing time together as a couple. We filled you full to the brim with ideas to keep the kids entertained over the summer. Now we have some suggestions for couples breaks that are guaranteed to help you unwind at a range of picturesque locations. Take a look at our ideal UK staycations blog too for additional post post-schooldays inspiration!

The Great British Summer time can only mean one thing; it’s time to fill up a cooler, pack up the car, and head to the coast for a day of fun in the sun! However, city slickers know all too well that finding the time to get down to the beach can be pretty hard. If you’re struggling to get away, this post is for you! Read on to discover a selection of urban beaches that will soon see you soaking up the rays with a piña colada in hand and the sand between your toes.

A romantic trip to the French capital is on many people’s bucket lists! However, finding the time to go for a week or even a weekend can be difficult. With Paris just across the channel, we have come up with a guide for those who have a day in Paris, with the essentials of what to do, see and eat when you are there!