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Self-catering in the Lake District
By Kate Donoughue on 19/06/2012 14:10:57
Take to the lakes for a family-friendly UK holiday
Go wild in the adventure playground and explore the woodlands surrounding The Langdale Hotel and Spa luxury self-catering properties in the Lake District’s Langdale Valley. While there, take in a steamer cruise on Lake Windermere (family tickets £85
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Retreat to a Cornish Beach
By Kate Donoughue on 15/07/2012 11:47:53
Self-catering with a special difference
Fancy doing your own thing over the holidays, but still want to relax? Visit one of Beach Retreat’s self-catering properties on the beautiful shores of Cornwall’s north coast. Take your pick from cosy cottages to chic apartments, and the Holiday
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Fun of the farm
By Kate Donoughue on 19/04/2011 10:38:51
Meet the animals staying on a family-friendly farm
Children can see the goats being milked, tend to the hens and get close to the Shetland ponies on Farmer John’s special tour during a stay at The Dandelion Hideaway at Osbaston House Farm in Warwickshire. You can stay in one of five luxury self-catering
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A dreamy Sri Lankan villa
By Kate Donoughue on 19/04/2011 10:20:45
Get closer to nature and enjoy a piece of paradise in Sri Lanka
Maya, which translates as “dream”, offers a combination of tranquility and adventure. Located in southern Sri Lanka, this five-suite villa is set in tropical gardens and boasts fine local cuisine, four poster beds and a swimming pool. Best of all, children can enjoy a host of gam...
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Travel shorts
By Kate Donoughue on 14/03/2012 15:12:26
Tips, ideas and offers from the world of travel
hotel, in Portscatho, Cornwall, has beaten off five other Cornish catering teams to be crowned winner of the Cornish Challenge 2012, which tests both cooking and service.
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Family party on the Isle of Wight
By Kate Donoughue on 14/03/2012 14:17:35
Go large this summer in the ultra-luxe five-bedroom The Knook that sleeps up to 12
With more than 4,500 square feet of living space, The Knook on the Isle of Wight has five bedrooms and sleeps 12, so is perfect for an English island holiday on a grand scale.The Knook comes with its own cinema, games room, hot tub, sauna, a quarter of an acre of gardens and a gr...
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Postcard From… China
By Kate Donoughue on 23/01/2012 11:32:24
Experience something old and something new in Shanghai
settlement on one side of the Huangpu River and space-age new Shanghai on the other.Stay at… The city’s Marriott Executive Apartments Union Square combine comfort with the freedom of self-catering. Seven nights for a family of fourcost approximately £1
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Travel shorts
By Kate Donoughue on 28/04/2011 14:24:43
The latest child-friendly deals
flights, transfers and B&B. Renowned for hosting golf’s Open Championship, the Lands of Turnberry resort on the beautiful west coast of Scotland has new self-catering apartments. Book before August 31 and enjoy a seven-night stay for £995 (a 57 per cent
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Festival fun
By Kate Donoughue on 08/04/2011 12:27:30
Take in a child-friendly festival this summer
towards the seaside town of Scarborough, and stay at The Lodge, a luxury self-catering two-bed property in the grounds of Folkton Hall, visit North Yorkshire Moors, York Railway Museum or indulge in sandy pursuits on Scarborough’s famous beach. About £675
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