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Throwing a kayak on Britain’s historic inland waterways offers town dwellers instant access to freedom, tranquility and wildlife -
The Arabian Sea, Russia’s far east, lunch on a sunny Balearic beach? Our experts can’t wait to get on the move again
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Memories of a winter trip to the most remote spot in Britain are a reminder of the raw beauty of the Highlands
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While researching her latest novel the author spent weeks walking the canals and streets, and unearthing the Old Town’s hidden history -
Songs from a desert hut in the Sahara to a pick-up truck in Alaska have kept the author going in lockdown
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We booked for a family get-together but had to cancel when some would not be allowed to visit -
Demand for pitches, caravans and campsites in the UK is off the scale, with new venues appearing regularly -
A (very) unscientific poll finds a lot to be recommended in having your holiday in Blighty
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Properties with a holiday feel, from a mini estate in Cornwall to a flat on Brighton seafront
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When Uncle Ted has a few drinks and starts screaming that the world is flat, have a few tactics ready to counter his bizarre rants -
Four days spent alone in Florida pushed me to the limits of boredom. But it was just what I needed, says Guardian columnist Emma Brockes
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A selection of the winning images from this year’s Travel Photographer of the Year 2020, including overall winner Vladimir Alekseev
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Travellers entering UK must complete passenger locator form and lying about place of departure can lead to prison -
Arrivals from 33 countries must book stay, but hotel industry source says government may struggle to secure enough beds -
Quarantine – at home or in a hotel – will be punctuated by testing for virus on day 2 and day 8 of isolation -
Government in talks over how to ensure people stick to new rules while it seeks hotel rooms for up to 1,500 travellers daily
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We’ve rounded up the best camping and glamping getaways … assuming the Great British Summer gets the green light, that is -
Travelling the world one dinner at a time is proving popular, but readers also have outdoor ideas involving oaks, fairies and common-or-garden weeds
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They may be stuck at home, but children can escape to the Amazon, Himalayas or New York via these magical tales
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Escape that Groundhog day feeling by trying out our creative tips on cooking, crafting, ‘camping’, and chucking stuff at Dad -
With many of us planning to holiday at home again this year, rural cottages and cabins are already hot properties. We pick the best with summer availability -
Inspired by Canada, made in Finland and close to the source of the Thames, these cabins offer an escape into nature
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This week we want to hear about books that have taken your kids to somewhere exciting and helped them forget about lockdown. The best tip wins £200 towards a Canopy & Stars stay -
Gardens and graveyards, coasts and country parks all offer welcome respite from fear and sorrow, but our tipsters also found peace in our biggest cities -
What hobbies and activities have kept your children entertained in lockdown? Tell us your secrets – the best tip wins £200 towards a Canopy & Stars stay -
Spotting birds, fungi and other wildlife has been a boon for many, but tipsters also found a fascination with world cinema, churchyards and tractors
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