Lift your spirits this winter with a fabulous break in sunnier climes. Prima ’s travel expert, Jane Anderson, suggests where to head to beat the January blues

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Q Dear Hannah, over the holiday season, do you have any suggestions for active fun (aside from walks) that me and my multi-generational family can do together? Hannah says... A I love this idea! As mu

Keep bird baths and greenhouse trays clean. It’s not glamorous, but it’s the difference between healthy visitors and winter woes. A quick scrub keeps plants and wildlife happy – and disease at bay. ●

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