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<title>An almost wild camping trip: alternative family fun in the Peak District</title>
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<description><![CDATA[ Over one weekend, we hiked, swam, slept in a woodland cabin and camped on a hillside – while also supporting community-run projectsThe children were asleep in the little tent behind us, wrapped in two sleeping bags, each with an extra helping of wool blankets. Earlier, all I could see were their little faces half-lit by torchlight as I read them a book about rivers to the sound of rain on canvas. They fell asleep as fast and thick as the fog pooling in the valley below.My partner and I sat outside, huddled together under a waterproof coat, cheek to cheek, perched on our daughters’ foam swim vests because the ground was saturated. We were laughing. As parents, absurdity and beauty make for familiar bedfellows. Continue reading... ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Fri, 05 Jun 2026 15:45:22 +0530</pubDate>
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<title>From churches and castles to wonderfully weird Portmeirion: exploring Wales’s north&#45;west coast on foot and by train</title>
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<description><![CDATA[ The Cambrian Line hugs the shore, offering easy access to the Wales Coast Path, the Cadfan Way pilgrimage route and glorious Cardigan Bay From the graveyard of St Michael’s in Ynys, Wales, the view was ravishing: the Italianate oddity of Portmeirion sparkled on the opposite shore; the peaks of Eryri (Snowdonia) rippled in the distance; and, within the River Dwyryd’s broad swirl, sat the tidal island of Ynys Gifftan. “No one’s lived there for years,” said a passerby pointing to the isle, “but it’s just been put up for sale – £350,000, if you fancy it.”I rather did, but sadly my modest savings don’t stretch that far. Wales’s “armpit”, geographically speaking – which is how some people refer to that chunk of Gwynedd where estuaries perspire into Cardigan Bay before it curves round the outstretched Llŷn peninsula – looked like a spectacular place to be marooned. Continue reading... ]]></description>
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<title>Watersports, biking and island escapes: readers’ favourite family holidays</title>
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<description><![CDATA[ From boat trips on Lake Garda to zip-wiring in Wales, you share your favourite family-friendly breaks in Europe• Tell us about a glamorous seaside hotel that didn’t break the bank? The best tip wins a £200 holiday voucherLake Garda gave us one of the most memorable and unexpected family holidays yet. We hired a car and headed from Milan to Unesco-listed Peschiera del Garda and the family-focused apartment we found on Airbnb. A gentle 15-minute walk to the lakeside restaurants and gelaterias, this was the perfect base for exploring the beautiful town. Special mentions go to: Gelateria la Romana, with its wonderful ice-cream; the boat trip to Sirmione, an old town with thermal springs on a narrow peninsula; and, further up the lake, picturesque Malcesine and the cable car to the top of Monte Baldo to watch paragliders and to take in the amazing views.Alex Continue reading... ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Fri, 05 Jun 2026 15:45:21 +0530</pubDate>
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<title>Tripe soup and bitter coffee in the dining car: a nostalgic ride through Poland on a communist&#45;era train</title>
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<description><![CDATA[ I love exploring Poland by rail. When I heard about a new back-to-the-80s service, I booked a retro seat …Trainspotters jostled on platform 2 as sunshine lit up the polished olive-green carriages of the 11:07 from Warszawa Główna (Warsaw main station) to Poznań. As I was readying to board, a man, sporting bow tie and braces, zipped past me, making it to the steps first. Excitement was palpable. But then this was no ordinary train, but rather an event. A throwback in time.The Polish parliament had declared 2026 as the Year of Polish Railways, and there is a double jubilee under way: the 25th anniversary of the long-distance operator PKP Intercity and the centenary of Polish state railways. To celebrate, a series of retro rail journeys called Nieśpieszny (“Unhurried”) has been launched. Continue reading... ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Tue, 02 Jun 2026 17:39:40 +0530</pubDate>
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<title>‘A slap&#45;up meal for €12’: my search for the perfect old&#45;school Turin tavern</title>
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<description><![CDATA[ Piòle are the Italian city’s working-class neighbourhood taverns. Of the few that survive, many have gone upmarket – but I was looking for the real deal and affordable home cookingTurin is one of Italy’s most serious food cities, shaped by the culinary legacy of the House of Savoy and, more recently, the slow food movement – a reputation reflected in its historic cafes and restaurants, where meals can feel refined. But that’s only part of the picture. As a local, I’m drawn to something far less formal: the piòla.Piòle were never quite restaurants. They were places for a glass of barbera (poured at the counter from a cylindrical, quarter-litre carafe, the tubo) in rooms worn smooth by decades of use. Regulars played cards, argued about football or politics, and lingered without ceremony. Food, if it appeared, was simple and to the point: anchovies in green sauce, hard-boiled eggs, cold cuts, perhaps a plate of agnolotti (stuffed pasta). Continue reading... ]]></description>
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<title>Five stunning walks on the new King Charles III England coast path</title>
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<description><![CDATA[ The 2,700-mile route covering the entire English coastline is almost complete. We walked less trodden sections big on scenery and historyDay one Circular walk of Lindisfarne (4 miles)Day two Budle Bay to Bamburgh to (5 miles) Continue reading... ]]></description>
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<title>Damaged, deserted, dilapidated … what comes next for the Great Barrier Reef island resorts lying in ruins?</title>
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<description><![CDATA[ Rather than dreaming of restoring past glory, some are advocating for a future with a lighter footprint. And there are signs of renewalGet our breaking news email, free app or daily news podcastKerry Outerbridge motored his powerboat through coral reef ringing the lush, tropical island and alighted upon white sand.Catamarans and jetskis lay strewn about the beach. Nothing but quiet emerged to greet him from the bungalows scattered among a grove of coconut trees. A plate of food sat on a kitchen table, mouldering. Continue reading... ]]></description>
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<title>Fabulous views, ferry rides and tucked&#45;away beaches: readers’ favourite UK coast walks</title>
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<description><![CDATA[ From the wilds of Galloway and spectacular Pembrokeshire to the cockle sheds of Southend, you share your favourite seaside walks• Tell us about a European road trip – the best tip wins a £200 holiday voucherWith an impressive mix of mountain and sea views, the 130-mile Anglesey Coastal Path is a must-do for those who love a good walk. But like most locals, my perennial favourite is the offshoot trail out to the tidal island Ynys Llanddwyn. Having grown up on Ynys Môn but now living in London, for me it has become something of an annual pilgrimage in the summer months. The mile-long walk along the main beach to the island is manageable and fun for grandparents and grandkids alike – with the white-washed lighthouses offering a rewarding end viewpoint. Pack a picnic, swim in the clear waters and relax – just make sure you’ve checked the tide times!
  Lavinia Brydon Continue reading... ]]></description>
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<title>We’re going on a Bosnian bear hunt … in Europe’s oldest forest</title>
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<description><![CDATA[ A guided walk in the primeval wildwood of Perućica, where wolves, chamois and the elusive brown bear roam‘I know this bear. He knows me. We’ve met several times.” Our guide for the day points to a damaged sign in Sutjeska national park, at the beginning of the trail that descends to the forest of Perućica in south-east Bosnia. The wooden post is covered in scratches from large claws. “Bears are the sharks of the land, because they have the keenest sense of smell on the mountain. They are highly intelligent. I’m deeply persuaded that they know who is a friend and who is a foe. I come often to the forest, so this guy knows my smell. But there was one incident, a hunter who came here to kill, and a bear peeled off his face like an orange.”With that image, Dejan Elez commands our full attention. A Bosnian Serb law graduate turned ranger and now mountain guide, he is a born storyteller and raconteur. My travel companion, Chris, and I are rapt as he describes the famous battle that was fought near here, when Yugoslav partisans broke through a German encirclement in 1943, taking the Wehrmacht by surprise under cover of a violent storm – “the wind was rising and the lightning was like a strobe” – but after that, Dejan’s narrative leads much further back in time, into the depths of one of Europe’s most ancient forests. Continue reading... ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Fri, 29 May 2026 00:27:43 +0530</pubDate>
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<title>Neolithic treasures and sparkling seas on Orkney – all for £2 bus fares</title>
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<description><![CDATA[ A new cap on bus fares in the Highlands and islands makes exploring this stunning archipelago in Scotland a breezeThe views are remarkable. From one window, gorse-gold hills roll west towards mountains patched with snow. On the other side, fields of new spring lambs slope down to a silver sea. Elsewhere, the bus crosses wide estuaries and cascading burns. There are thatched crofts, rocky bays and birch woods starred with anemones. One of the most remarkable things about this scenic 111-mile, 3½-hour trip on bus X99 is that it costs just £2.Until March 2026, a single from Inverness to Scrabster on Scotland’s north coast was £28. Now, thanks to a new bus fare cap in Orkney, Highland and Moray, no journey in the area costs more than £2. The bus is timed to coincide with the Northlink Ferry to Stromness, Orkney’s second biggest town, and I’m heading there to explore by bus. Continue reading... ]]></description>
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<title>Muslims gather for Eid al&#45;Adha in Indonesia, the Philippines and Malaysia – in pictures</title>
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<description><![CDATA[ People have celebrated Eid al-Adha, or the Festival of Sacrifice, at mosques and train stations, in the middle of the road and on the edge of the sea. This is the second major holiday in Islam, with approximately 2 billion pilgrims worldwide offering prayers as a sign of devotion, adherence and unity Continue reading... ]]></description>
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<title>Fancy a European art break with fewer crowds? Try one of these five cities</title>
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<description><![CDATA[ Forget queuing at the Louvre or the Uffizi. You’ll find a fresh perspective on everything from medieval to modern art in places like Lille, Verona and ZurichZurich may be known as a financial centre, but it has a creative side, too. The Kunsthaus Zürich became the biggest art gallery in the country when its David Chipperfield-designed extension opened in 2021. Its collection spans 800 years of art, and includes old masters, Swiss artists such as Giacometti, works by Monet, Cézanne, Picasso, Van Gogh and Warhol, and contemporary artists. Continue reading... ]]></description>
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<title>Sea&#45;hugging railways and magical views: five of Europe’s best coastal train lines</title>
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<description><![CDATA[ Dramatic coastal scenery and train rides make a winning combination. Our rail expert picks journeys over and along the seaRoute Inverness to Kyle of LochalshWhich side should I sit? The right initially, then switch to left Distance 83 miles (133km) Time 2hrs 40minsFrequency 4 trains a day (2 on Sundays)Ticket £32 singleOperator ScotRail Continue reading... ]]></description>
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<title>Why it seems like everyone in Australia is travelling to Vietnam</title>
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<description><![CDATA[ The number of Australians taking short trips to Vietnam has more than doubled since 2016 as holidaymakers seek affordable experiences close to homeGeorgia Quinn is adamant that Vietnam has been slept on as a holiday destination. The lifestyle-based content creator says she has loved the country since she first visited as a backpacker 15 years ago. “It wasn’t off the beaten path but it definitely wasn’t as popular as, say, Thailand or Bali,” she says.That’s changing. Continue reading... ]]></description>
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<title>Why it seems like ‘everyone’ in Australia is travelling to Vietnam</title>
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<description><![CDATA[ The number of Australians taking short trips to Vietnam has more than doubled since 2016 as holiday-makers seek affordable experiences close to homeGeorgia Quinn is adamant that Vietnam has been slept on as a holiday destination. The lifestyle-based content creator says she has loved the country since she first visited as a backpacker 15 years ago. “It wasn’t off the beaten path but it definitely wasn’t as popular as, say, Thailand or Bali,” she says.That’s changing. Continue reading... ]]></description>
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<title>£600 for cheese? The Brazilian beach scams that cost visitors dear</title>
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<description><![CDATA[ Travellers warned to beware of debit card cons after one was charged £1,500 for a kebab and another £3,000 for corn on the cobWhen Lisa Selby* used her debit card to pay for two slices of barbecued cheese from a beach vendor in Rio de Janeiro, she expected to pay 40 reais (£5.90) for the snack.But shortly after the payment had gone through, she realised that she had been charged 4,000 reais (£590) after the vendor added two extra zeros to the card reader. Continue reading... ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Sun, 24 May 2026 21:09:50 +0530</pubDate>
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<title>The return of France’s train of marvels: from the Côte d’Azur to the Southern French Alps</title>
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<description><![CDATA[ The reopened Train de Merveilles route takes passengers from the glamour of Nice to a grandiose alpine landscapeNine-thirty on a sunny Tuesday morning, and the platforms at Nice-Ville station are buzzing. Office workers nudge their way past backpackers, passengers clamber on to trains heading east to Monaco and Italy, or west to Antibes and Cannes. My husband and I, however, are heading away from the glittering coastline and boarding the Train des Merveilles (Train of Wonders) into the Alpes-Azur mountains. Back on track last December after a programme of major works closed the line for a year, it’s one of the most spectacular train routes in Europe, a two-hour journey that climbs 1,000 metres in 100km, linking Nice with the medieval town of Tende, surrounded by the soaring peaks of the Mercantour national park. Continue reading... ]]></description>
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<title>The train is ‘my time machine’: a tour of Naples’ hidden ancient wonders</title>
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<description><![CDATA[ A new film about this corner of southern Italy reveals rarely visited villas, seismic landscapes and a ‘civilisation buried mid-sentence’ – all accessible by trainOne by one, the visitors descend through a tight tunnel cut through volcanic rock into the damp foundations of the Teatro Romano buried beneath Herculaneum, with the weight of 2,000 years of city above them. “This is a time machine,” the guide says, “and we are going back.” It is pitch black as film-maker Gianfranco Rosi’s camera finds torchlight catching the tourists’ transparent waterproof capes, making them appear like ghosts.Released on the streaming platform Mubi this March, Rosi’s documentary Pompei: Below the Clouds threads a needle from classical antiquity to the present day. Presented in ashen black and white, without narration or interviews, it places the viewer inside the region surrounding Naples and leaves us there, each scene presenting a place and a moment in the area’s long history. Continue reading... ]]></description>
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<title>‘An unforgettable train ride through deep gorges, canyons and mountain peaks’: readers’ favourite European rail journeys</title>
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<description><![CDATA[ Vintage locomotives, alpine classics and a dramatic urban ride feature in your memorable train journeys• Tell us about a favourite family summer holiday – the best tip wins a £200 holiday voucherI travelled across Norway by rail on the spectacular Bergensbanen, running between Oslo and Bergen, and the unforgettable Flåmsbana branch line. The Bergensbanen crosses the high mountain plateau of Hardangervidda, passing lakes, forests and snow‑covered peaks before descending toward the fjords of western Norway. At Myrdal, I transferred on to the steep Flåmsbana, which drops dramatically to Flåm on the Aurlandsfjord, with waterfalls and sheer-sided valleys at every turn. Daniel Continue reading... ]]></description>
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<title>Weird Britain: 10 glorious oddities to visit and marvel at</title>
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<description><![CDATA[ Eccentric public art, strange ruins, eerie landscapes, follies … Britain has a rich store of curiosities. An enthusiast selects 10 of the quirkiest finds from his new bookOne thing unites the British more than anything else. It stands there in plain sight but is rarely spoken about. We may try to hide it; we may not admit it to ourselves; but under the surface, deep down, in the nicest possible way, we are all a little odd. Not in a sinister way, just eccentric, weird, unpredictable and downright wonderful. As a nation we have an artistic and creative zest and boffin-like inventiveness. In fields of innovation, we led the tech world with some of our brave and crazy inventions. Even our landscapes are damn weird, with some of the oldest, most mysterious and diverse geological oddities in Europe, and plentiful legends too. I spent years exploring the enchanting strangeness of Britain, discovering follies, eccentric public art, strange buildings, mysterious ruins and eerie landscapes for my Weird Guide, which features about 300 of these curiosities. Here are some of my favourites. Continue reading... ]]></description>
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<title>‘A landscape raw and wild’: by train to the heart of the Yorkshire Three Peaks</title>
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<description><![CDATA[ The Yorkshire Dales Explorer is a little-known alternative to the Settle to Carlisle rail route, and takes you deep into wonderful walking countryLimestone stretches on all sides like an inland ocean – appropriately enough, since the shimmering white rock has its ancient origins in coral, shells and the skeletons of sea creatures. We advance carefully, stepping on clints (blocks of rock) and avoiding grykes (the deep fissures between them). It’s a warm, dry day and, even if it were not, limestone drains better than most types of terrain. For a long while, it’s broad, flat and hallucinatory and then, suddenly, the rocky sea collapses like a waterfall and we’re at the edge of a huge fault. The words Yorkshire Dales might evoke pretty villages and walled-in sheep fields, but this landscape is raw and wild, the kind of natural realm WH Auden celebrated in his poem In Praise of Limestone, and the kind that prompts geological speculation and inward ruminations. To cap it all, there are just three of us and nothing much and no one else all the way to the far horizons.It’s my first decent yomp of the spring. I’ve come here with two walking pals on the egregiously under-promoted direct train that connects Rochdale and Manchester with the national park and Yorkshire’s Three Peaks. While the Leeds-Settle-Carlisle service – which recently celebrated its 150th birthday – is deservedly famous, the Yorkshire Dales Explorer, which started in June 2024, is much less celebrated. It’s also far less frequent. Trains travel between Leeds and Settle, continuing to Carlisle or Morecambe, 20 times a day Monday to Saturday, 11 times on Sundays. Trains between Manchester Victoria and Settle run on Saturdays only and just once in the morning each way and once in the late afternoon. Continue reading... ]]></description>
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<title>A new off&#45;grid cabin stay in Scotland – on a farm where kids can run wild</title>
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<description><![CDATA[ Wonderful walks, wholesome adventures and friendly farmyard animals await at this collection of cabins and cottages in PerthshireOn a January morning in 1938, Pitmiddle’s last resident, James Gillies, closed the door to his cottage for the final time and walked away through the snow. High on the south-facing slopes of the Sidlaw Hills in Perthshire, the village is now little more than a jumble of half-ruined walls gradually being reclaimed by the land.My children pick around the overgrown stones like explorers discovering a lost civilisation, before scampering back through the gate and over the grass to our cabin in a neighbouring field. Called the Pitmiddle Hut, it’s the latest addition to Guardswell Farm, which spans 81 hectares (200 acres) of countryside halfway between Perth and Dundee (an hour and a half from Glasgow or Edinburgh). “People gradually moved away from Pitmiddle’s way of life,” says Anna Lamotte, who runs Guardswell with her husband, Digby Legge, often aided by their four-year-old daughter and a smiley 10-month-old in a vintage pram. “Villagers each had a pendicle, the small area they could farm, a system of outfields, infields and ‘kailyards’ – a Scots word for a kitchen garden.” Anna and Digby grew up on farms and small-holdings nearby, and today they rear cattle, sheep, goats and chickens and tend to the vegetable gardens, alongside welcoming guests to stay. Continue reading... ]]></description>
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<title>After three days here I felt like an Olympic athlete: the Montenegro hotel designed for fitness and wellbeing</title>
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<description><![CDATA[ With state-of-the-art fitness and spa facilities onsite and everything from hiking to kayaking the beautiful Bay of Kotor, it’s a perfect base for an active breakI was lying on a bed with no trousers on. A young man helped me into some crotch-high boots and zipped them up. He turned the lights down low, put on some music, pressed a button and left the room. Argh! The boots started to slowly inflate from the toes up, like a giant blood-pressure cuff. As they clenched around my upper thighs, I started to panic. What if they just got tighter and tighter until my legs exploded? As I was about to shout for help, the pressure suddenly released, leaving my legs feeling deliciously light. I took a deep breath and submitted to another 19 minutes of this sweet torture.I was at Siro Boka Place in Montenegro, having compression boot therapy, which is supposed to boost circulation and reduce swelling. “It’s especially effective on women over 35,” my youthful assistant had told me, helpfully. The hotel, which opened last year, is proud of its “state-of-the-art wellness facilities”. In most hotels that means a poky gym. At Siro the facilities are so good the Montenegrin Olympic team is training here ahead of Los Angeles 2028. Continue reading... ]]></description>
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<title>‘We found a charming alternative to touristy Bath’: readers’ favourite UK trips</title>
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<description><![CDATA[ From Hadrian’s Wall to the locations of Happy Valley and Hot Fuzz, readers share their top discoveries• Tell us about your favourite UK coast walk – the best tip wins a £200 holiday voucher“So this is where Officer Nick Angel [Simon Pegg] chased that swan.” As a fan of Hot Fuzz, I was excited to explore the cathedral city of Wells in Somerset, where much of the film was shot. This charming, compact and walkable city is awash with medieval architecture and magnificent buildings, such as the gothic cathedral, with one of the oldest working clocks in the UK (late 14th century) and the Bishop’s Palace and Gardens. Within easy reach of the Mendip Hills, Cheddar Gorge and the Wookey Hole Caves, Wells makes for a low-key alternative to tourist-soaked Bath. Alison Continue reading... ]]></description>
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<title>Get Fit &amp;amp; Healthy For Summer</title>
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<description><![CDATA[ We all know how easy it is to slip into bad habits – those extra snacks, skipping workouts and letting stress affect our choices. The result? A bit more weight has crept on, and with summer around the corner, that sluggish feeling can leave you dreading the thought of swimsuits and beach days. But here’s […] ]]></description>
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<title>Mindful Mingling: Your Guide to Sticking to Goals While Out and About</title>
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<description><![CDATA[ Healthy Eating Habits Protect Against Temptations Research shows that practising healthy eating consistently helps build resilience against cravings for unhealthy foods. The more you make nourishing choices, the easier it becomes over time, reducing those frequent temptations. This is great news for anyone tackling long-term weight management! Here are some straightforward tips to help you […] ]]></description>
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<title>A Real Food Menu for the Holiday Season!</title>
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<description><![CDATA[ Healthy Holiday Season Recipes It’s the holiday season once again and we all know that that means a little extra socialising and a lot more food! We truly love that food is something that brings people together, and we know that it can feel a little daunting knowing that there’ll be all sorts of temptations […] ]]></description>
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<title>New year, new you – 6 easy ways to support your gut health</title>
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<description><![CDATA[ Now that we’re a few days into the New Year, it’s a good time to think about what changes you would like to make in 2025. The connection between the health of your gastrointestinal system and your overall health and well-being is becoming better understood – Hippocrates may have been onto something when he said […] ]]></description>
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<title>5 Warming Winter Meals to Support Weight Goals</title>
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<description><![CDATA[ Winter is here—bringing with it crisp mornings, earlier sunsets and the temptation to swap movement for movies and protein for potato chips. It’s easy to understand why many of us find this season trickier to navigate when it comes to our maintaining or reaching our weight goals. But it doesn’t need to be that way. […] ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Sun, 24 May 2026 21:06:32 +0530</pubDate>
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<title>The Ultimate Guide to Staying Healthy this Winter: Nutrition, Immunity &amp;amp; Stress Support</title>
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<description><![CDATA[ Your immune system is like a personal army of defenders working daily to keep you healthy. A strong immune system not only helps prevent colds and flus but also reduces your risk of infections, allergies, asthma, skin conditions, and even chronic illnesses like cancer and autoimmune disease. The best part? You can support your immune […] ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Sun, 24 May 2026 21:06:31 +0530</pubDate>
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<title>Your Kickstart Warm&#45;up: How to get Physically and Emotionally Ready</title>
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<description><![CDATA[ When we are about to kick off a new health regime to improve our overall wellbeing and weight balance, we often focus on the practical aspects like: What will I eat? What do I need to buy? What is my meal plan? While this is important, what’s just as essential is our mindset and emotional […] ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Sun, 24 May 2026 21:06:30 +0530</pubDate>
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<title>Magnesium Deficiency: The Silent Health Crisis</title>
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<description><![CDATA[ While everyone’s busy measuring macros or counting calories, there’s a far bigger nutritional crisis flying under the radar… magnesium deficiency. Magnesium is an essential mineral that plays a vital role in many body processes like muscles, bone health, nerve function and mood. The problem is, that modern farming practices have left our soil (and therefore […] ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Sun, 24 May 2026 21:06:29 +0530</pubDate>
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<title>Deglet Nour Dates: The Pantry Staple You Need</title>
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<description><![CDATA[ When it comes to keeping a healthy pantry, Deglet Nour dates are non-negotiable. These chewy, caramel-like morsels aren’t just a natural sweet treat—they are a powerhouse of nutrition. Think of them as little vitamins of wellness, disguised as candy. Dates are your best friend when it comes to healthy snacks, sweet treats, and energy-boosting bites […] ]]></description>
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<title>Shipping Update: Delays for USA &amp;amp; Canada Customers</title>
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<description><![CDATA[ We wanted to give our Changing Habits community in the USA and Canada a quick update on what’s happening with shipping at the moment. Canada Unfortunately, due to the ongoing national worker strike affecting transport and postal networks, we’ve had to temporarily suspend all shipments to Canada. If you’ve recently placed an order with us, […] ]]></description>
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