My travels...

Many people who enjoy caravanning wish they could escape more frequently or perhaps plan a longer trip without overspending. Organising extended vacations comes with financial hurdles, but as a family

Having spent many holidays exploring the delights of France, we decided to broaden our horizons this year and visit Germany. With more than three weeks to play with, we planned to tour the Black Fores

Self-catering has all the benefits of staying at home, but the joys of being away. For a shortcut to the best places to stay, here are some we’ve tried and tested

IF YOU LISTEN to BBC Radio 2, you may have heard me on the Jeremy Vine show last month, extolling the virtues of towing a caravan for your summer holiday. These little homes on wheels we pull get a ba

Don’t forget the clocks go back tomorrow, Vanessa,” was the last thing my husband, Matt said to me, as he headed off for his golf tournament on Friday afternoon. My idea of a fun weekend was a spa day

I’M so glad we came. Isn’t Croatia wonderful?” Maria nodded, setting down her espresso cup and taking a bite of fritule – a fried pastry like a small doughnut, coated in icing sugar. She and her good