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The relaxing lounge in one of Week2Week's apartments

October 28, 2020

Week2Week Serviced Apartments offer safe, luxurious North East accommodation during COVID-19

Newcastle-based Week2Week Serviced Apartments offer a convenient, luxurious and safe alternative to hotels during the COVID-19 pandemic.

Historic towns like Sighișoara have plenty of sights to sink your teeth into. Photo credit: Szabolcs Molnar

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October 19, 2020

Transylvania: the Romanian region with much more than just Dracula

While many are drawn by myths and legends – like Dracula Castle – Transylvania has a wealth of natural sights and dynamic cities to explore.

The historic frontage of Redworth Hall Hotel

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October 2, 2020

Why not enjoy a staycation at the beautiful Redworth Hall Hotel in County Durham?

If you’re looking to discover the charm of County Durham, Redworth Hall Hotel is a relaxing and convenient choice for your autumn staycation.

Travelling during COVID-19 does look and feel different to usual - but can be done safely. Photo credit: Anna Shvets

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September 28, 2020

Top tips for travelling during the COVID-19 pandemic

In 2020, those who want to can still get away to enjoy a much-needed break. Here are six top tips to help you travel safely during COVID-19.

A LIsbon street scene. Artwork by ArtTower at Pixabay

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September 20, 2020

Visit Lisbon for a wonderful city break

Lisbon, Portugal’s ‘City of Seven Hills’, presents visitors with the prospect of not only a wonderful city break but a beach holiday too.

The charming centre of Tavira in the Algarve. Photograph by ddzphoto

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January 29, 2020

Six top destinations for 2020 from Plenty Holidays

It’s a new decade, and time to check out 2020’s must-see destinations! Here are six of the top places Plenty Holidays customers are travelling to right now.

Tanneries and old town, Fes/Fez, Morocco. Photo credit: Mittmac

Africa / Blog / Hints & Tips / Overseas / Places We Like

January 7, 2020

Fes: two stunning cities for the price of one

Fes, technically two ‘cities’, is widely regarded as Morocco’s cultural capital, and – with its famous medina, souks and more – it’s easy to see why.

The dramatic Matterhorn. Photograph by Claudia Beyli

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October 7, 2019

Visit Zermatt for dramatic walking and skiing against a magnificent Matterhorn backdrop

Like many Alpine resorts, Zermatt morphs seamlessly from a heady skiing destination in winter to a superb base for hiking, climbing and biking in summer.

One of the beautiful beaches that greets visitors to Agistri

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April 15, 2019

What to do in Agistri, Greece

Pine-covered Agistri is one of the smaller, lesser-known Greek islands among travellers. From boat trips to diving, there’s plenty for any visitor to enjoy.