The best car-free beach holidays in Europe

Whisper it: it’s getting easier to visit Europe without renting a car. Rental prices have fortunately fallen, but thanks to the huge increase in the number of international train networks and operators offering alternative transport options, holidaymakers can often leave the car keys at home. Of course, the consummate city buster already knows this. Those … Read more

I took my grandchildren skiing when I was in my 70s – here’s what it taught me

Three generations of the Hardy family hit the slopes together in the French Alps – Ski Famille As someone who has made a living telling people where to go skiing for the past fifty years, this should have been the easiest question of all time. The best resorts for intermediates? For a mountain atmosphere, for … Read more

Tell us about your memories of the holidays in Pontins

Founded in 1946, Pontins became synonymous with the classic British seaside holiday – Alamy The Great British Seaside Holiday is under threat. Or more specifically, Pontins is, with the holiday park company announcing the closure of its Southport site just hours after hosting a New Year’s Eve party. A few weeks ago, the company’s Camber … Read more