Jessica Ruth Gibson explores the rise of the Zen-Do – a new era of wellness hen dos in the UK – and recommends 5 of the best places to host them. From luxury spa escapes to lakeside lodges, we have 5 perfect Zen-Do destinations. Traditionally known for their chaos and debauchery, the gre
Travelista’s Editor, Jessica Ruth Gibson, took a drive from North East to South West England to discover Burleigh Court, the perfect boutique hotel in the Cotswolds offering guests a luxurious home-from-home experience with a healthy dose of rest and relaxation. The Cotswolds is a corner of
We sent Travelista Contributor Em Hope to check out one of Wales’ most luxurious 5 star hotels, situated in the heart of Snowdonia national park. Here’s our exclusive review of Palé Hall Hotel in North Wales. Situated above the Dee Valley, Palé Hall is a Victorian mansion and bespoke h
Local Devon Girl, Chloe P, is as much of a foodie as she is a traveller. When she’s not travelling she can be found seeking out the very best afternoons teas in Devon and has kindly shared her top recommendations, exclusively for Travelista. Devon is known for many things; it’s beaches, it�
This year I have got to know the little South Yorkshire town of Barnsley a whole lot better. I decided to round things off with a festive trip to check out the 2024 Barnsley Christmas Market, and beyond. Here’s what I found… Foreword Back in October I visited Barnsley for an overnight brea
Travelista Editor and York resident Jessica Ruth Gibson shares an extensive run down of the very best boutique hotels in York, England. With price points from affordable to luxury, there’s something for everyone in this definitive boutique hotel list. If you’re new here, welcome! Let me in
Younger generations are now discovering the joys of a walking holiday and millennial adventurer Maja Proescholdt is here to round up 10 of the very best walking holidays in the UK – all of which she has tried and tested. Thinking about an epic, active outdoors adventure? A multi-day, long-dist
Claire Kenny has fallen in love with the North Yorkshire market town, Richmond. Exclusively for Travelista, she shares her ultimate day trip guide to Richmond, and why she can’t stop visiting this special place. Nestled on the eastern edge of the Yorkshire Dales National Park against the stu
We’ve rounded up 16 unique and free things to do in the lesser-known South Yorkshire town of Barnsley – with plenty of ideas for day trips and overnight breaks in the area of Barnsley and beyond. This month I visited the South Yorkshire town of Barnsley and the trip has really changed my per
After a weekend in Sheffield discovering the highlights and hidden gems of this unassuming Northern city, Travelista’s Editor Jessica Ruth Gibson shares her finds and shows you how to plan your very own trip with this in-the-know Sheffield Travel Guide. Read on to find out 10 unique things to do
Travelista contributor and solo travel pro Maja Proescholdt shares her tried-and-tested hiker’s guide to the Lake District including the best hikes and where to stay. The Lake District is one of my favourite places on earth – ever since my first visit 7 years ago, it’s a destination I’v
Castle Howard in North Yorkshire is a place I have visited all my life. I have so many happy childhood memories here and now I get to bring my own son and see the joy it brings him too. From the spectacular House to the expansive Grounds, I truly thought I had discovered every corner…
Travelista contributor Emily Hope spent a night at The Nest, a rural getaway of treehouses and luxury wooden lodges nestled in the heart of the County Durham countryside. Exclusive to Travelista, our newsletter subscribers can access 15% off midweek stays at The Nest until 31st March 2024. Subscribe
Tucked away in the heart of the Cotswolds, Calcot & Spa have answered all tired parents dreams and created a spa break experience where adults and children are welcomed and cared for. The USP: A Child-Friendly Spa Hotel Calcot & Spa Hotel offers an unmatched experience for burnt-out par
After a string of international adventures this year, our Editor Jessica Ruth Gibson was happy to visit somewhere a little closer to home for her final trip of the year, when she spent a night in Derbyshire reviewing Breadsall Priory, the oldest Marriott in the world. As I pulled into the striking
Grantley Hall reopened in 2019 following £72m of investment and 4 years of renovation. Since then it has created a world-class, five star experience for its guests. Since winning Hotel of the Year at the 2022 AA Hospitality Awards, I knew I had to go and see it for myself, especially as it’s loca
My family and I recently travelled to the beautiful Lake District for a unique 3 night glamping experience with Feather Down Farms. We stayed at Howbeck Lodge, which is one of 32 Feather Down Farms spread across the UK. The farms all share a common value; offering the joys of camping but with the ho
One of the very best ways to explore London, and to piece all of the sights together, is from the River Thames. From Big Ben and the Houses of Parliament, all the way to Canary Wharf, a river cruise allows you to soak up all of London’s most iconic sights from the comfort of a…
I love being a travel ambassador for my home county of North Yorkshire because it is such a beautiful part of the UK, with an abundance of things to see and do. It’s all on my doorstep, so I often take it for granted. But last weekend I was a traveller in my own home…
Cornwall is somewhere I am always excited to return to. After discovering the beauty of Newquay and St Ives, I am ready to explore a little further and choose somewhere new for our next base. Whilst planning my own trip back to Cornwall, I have rounded up my current top 5 places to stay in…
On a solo trip to Scotland I went on a mission to seek out fun and alternative things to do in Edinburgh. Having visited Edinburgh many times before, I had already ticked the biggest attractions off my list (Edinburgh Castle, Holyrood Palace, Arthurs Seat). If you’re returning to Edinburgh and ar
I can’t tell you how much joy it brings me to be travelling again! With so much change to overseas travel restrictions, it feels like UK staycations are the way to go this summer. We recently planned a family friendly Durham mini break, with help from the new This is Durham inspiration hub. The hu
Newcastle is a UK city that will always have a place in my heart, as it is where I went to University. In partnership with the Newcastle Gateshead Initiative, I recently returned for a Newcastle city break with my best friend Fi, who I met many years ago in Fresher’s week. 13 years later, we&helli
You’re never too old for a girls weekend away, right? My best friend Naomi lives in The Lake District, so we’re always making plans and finding excuses to meet up. Every time we meet, laugh hysterically, indulge in good food and drink and quiz each other about every little detail of our lives. I
For the past year I’ve been trying to combine my overseas travels with more trips closer to home. The prospect of UK travel has definitely become more appealing to me as I get further into my late 20’s, as I’ve realised I can get that same exciting sense of adventure without the airport rigmar
Having lived in Leeds for 5 years, it is a UK city that will always have a place in my heart. In that time I have managed to discover the very best of the city, which I am now compiling into this definitive weekend Leeds guide. There is so much more to Leeds than meets…
After living in Leeds for 5 years, the city will always have a place in my heart. Leeds has so much culture and soul. Its full of hidden gems and visual delights that make for incredible places to shoot. These places aren’t always immediately obvious though, so after years of hunting out the best
A definite highlight of our recent Durham staycation was our visit to Beamish - The Living Museum of the North. I had visited Beamish as a child with my family, and it was so special to be able to return, now as an adult with a family of my own. Beamish Museum is a world…
If there’s one place I could instantly transport myself to in the UK right now, it would be Cornwall. The soft sand beaches, the laid-back atmosphere, the surf culture, the palm trees, the fresh seafood, the coastlines; there are many reasons why Cornwall feels a world away from the rest of the UK
I’m very proud to be a Yorkshire lass and love to share all the great things there are to see in my home county of North Yorkshire. As 2021 is set to be a popular year holidaying at home, I have teamed up with Inntravel and rounded up 5 of the best North Yorkshire Staycations.…
