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Forget foreign sun, sea and sand... Discovering the staycation of dreams at a former 17th-century Cotswolds stately home that's now an impeccable hotel with Instagrammable interiors
MailOnline Travel's Fiona Hardcastle checked into The Slaughters Manor House in Gloucestershire with her family. She says that 'with its classic limestone facade, five acres of beautifully manicured grounds, finely furnished guest rooms and the friendliest of service', it was no surprise that occupancy was at an impressive 98 per cent.
From a spa on an organic Cotswolds farm to a retreat in Arizona Gwyneth Paltrow loves: The world's most scenic (and luxurious) yoga and wellness escapes
You're stressed - you need some yoga. Preferably somewhere exotic. Here MailOnline Travel writer - and yoga teacher - Samantha Lewis will guide you around some of the world's most scenic and luxurious yoga retreats, from the Himalayas to Arizona via the Maldives and the Cotswolds countryside. Here is her pick of places where you can sun salutation in style. Pictured clockwise from top left: Mii Amo in Arizona; Four Seasons Resort Maldives at Landaa Giraavaru; Artah Retreats, villa Can Terrades, Spain; Bamford Wellness Spa, Daylesford Organic Farm, Gloucestershire, and (inset) Ananda in the Himalayas, India.
Lap up the UK's finest hotel pools: From underground baths to wild clifftop ponds, the best places to stay for a swim
There is one thing these hotels all have in common - they have gone to great lengths to provide guests with a spectacular swimming pool. Whether you're looking for somewhere to clock up the laps or the perfect spot to unwind, dive head first into our round-up of the UK's finest hotel pools, from Cornwall to Edinburgh.
Take the Helm: Croatia is perfect for sailing holidays, now and into the autumn
With more than 1,000 islands - making the Croatian archipelago the second largest in the Mediterranean - you'll be spoilt for choice, while sailing the same calm waters as historical figures such as Odysseus and St Paul. There are ten unforgettable UNESCO World Heritage sites within easy mooring distance - the hardest decision is deciding which to visit first.
Are these Britain's best secret beaches? Amazing but off-the-radar sandy spots from Cornwall to Scotland
With lockdown having eased all over the UK, Britons are flocking to the country's beaches. But mostly to the same ones. For those looking for a more tranquil and secluded beach experience, here's a list of off-the-radar gems. The list has been drawn up by finding beautiful UK beaches that have low numbers of Instagram hashtags - indicating they are not visited by many people.
France's secret islands? Isle be there... from super chic to wild and rugged, we pick 11 of the best Gallic hideaways
We are now free to enjoy a holiday in France without the prospect of two weeks' quarantine on our return. But where to go to escape crowded beaches and tourist hot spots? Here Jane Knight picks some of the country's best little-known islands, including mile-long Grande-Ile and laid-back Ile d'Aix. Also worthy of a visit is Ile Saint-Honorat, a short hop from Cannes, and charming Ile de Bendor.
From the elusive puma to staggering peaks: Photographer captures the magic of Patagonia in a set of stunning images (no wonder he has 1.3million Instagram followers)
Finnish photographer Konsta Punkka flew 8,000 miles to Patagonia from his home country to snap the elusive puma - and luckily, the creature played ball. It showed up seven days into his 10-day expedition and he took some magical pictures of it, as well as some stunning images of the area's epic peaks and resident guanacos (a relative of the llama). As you can see.
They occupy prime coastal sites, celebrity fans include Gwyneth Paltrow - and this could be the perfect staycation summer for you to... join the caravan of love
Caravan parks could be set for a bonanza summer when they reopen on July 4. Here we list ten of the best around the UK that are located in some of the country's most naturally beautiful areas. Pictured is Praa Sands in Cornwall (top right), The Lakes Rookley on the Isle of Wight (top left), Riviera Bay Holiday Park in Devon (bottom right) and a retro caravan (bottom left).
Carry on glamping: How can you improve a hearty holiday in the wild outdoors? Well, try proper beds, heating and a hairdryer...
Glamping's scenic locations, generously spaced pitches and lashings of fresh air mean you would be hard-pressed to come up with a safer holiday option in these socially distanced times. Here The Mail on Sunday's Eve McGowan explores some of the best glamping sites around the UK, from Henley to the Highlands.
An adventure like no other: Why expedition cruising is becoming increasingly popular
For adventurers at heart, who fancy getting up close to some of the world's most remote areas, while still enjoying the finer things in life, expedition cruising might just be for you. Growing in popularity, these trips aren't just holidays - they are once-in-a-lifetime experiences, sailing to the Galapagos, Antarctica, Papua New Guinea, Peru or Ecuador, to name a few destinations.
Wild beaches, abandoned monasteries and enchanting woods used for Harry Potter scenes: The stunning hidden beauty spots in London and the South East
London and the South East is often associated with congestion and urban sprawl - but if you know where to look, wild adventures are available. Book Wild Guide London & South East is an intriguing and highly useful compendium of thousands of them. It lists secret beaches, rivers and lakes that are perfect for swimming, ancient and enchanting woods filled with gnarled trees (even one with a door), strange ruins and follies and hillsides where you can catch magical sunrises and sunsets.
Adventure Islands: From Thailand to Malaysia to the Philippines we round up Asia's best-kept secrets
Forget the Tiger King zoo, Kenya offers the real deal - and here's how to see the country's incredible wildlife in the best possible Out of Africa style
Ultra-luxe travel specialist Roar Africa arranged a special five-day Out of Africa tour for Frank Mannion as the Oscar-winning timeless classic (inset) - starring Robert Redford - celebrates its 35th anniversary. 'Robert Redford's first return trip to Africa was organised by Roar, so if it was good enough for a Hollywood legend, my girlfriend and I were happy to follow in his footsteps,' writes Frank. He stayed at the boutique Hemingways Nairobi hotel, the incredible Angama Mara lodge (top left) over-looking the Maasai Mara and the stunning Segera Retreat (bottom left, top right and bottom right).
Inside the spellbinding new Harry Potter-themed Airbnb that features Hogwarts-inspired bedrooms, a 'Quidditch pitch' and a Forbidden Forest cinema room
Don't forget to pack your wand and broom if you plan on holidaying at this magical property once the lockdown eases - an incredible new Harry Potter-themed Airbnb. 'Wizard's Way', a 30-minute drive from the Universal Orlando Resort in Florida, will leave fans of the books and movies spellbound. A regular-looking detached house on the outside, but a mini magic kingdom on the inside, the rental carries off the Harry Potter theme in breathtaking fashion. There are bedrooms inspired by the Hogwarts Houses, a Whomping Willow, a Quidditch pitch games room and even a cupboard under the stairs that mimics Harry's room at 4 Privet Drive.
Revealed: The stunning 'secret' beauty spots in the heart of England you can visit now the lockdown is easing, from idyllic places to swim to sacred ruins
Stunning 'secret places' in the heart of England have been revealed in a new book - and they are ideal for people looking to explore now the lockdown has been loosened. From today, after almost two months under a strict lockdown, people are allowed to travel to beauty spots - as long as they maintain social distancing. Married teaching couple Nikki Squires and Richard Clifford, and their friend John Webster spent almost every weekend for two years prior to the coronavirus pandemic visiting 1,600 little-known spots across Central England and the Midlands.
See Britain at its most enchanting: Photographer moved to the UK with his family - and took these incredible pictures as they explored their new home
Britons may just see their country in a new light after gazing upon these incredible images, which show it at its most enchanting and ethereal. They were taken by Romanian Aurel Paduraru just after he moved from Bucharest to Clevedon in North Somerset last year with his wife and young son. He wanted to explore his new home - so set about travelling to some of the UK's most enticing areas. And we can be thankful he took his camera with him.
Into the abyss: Incredible images of the world's most stunning sinkholes, from Oregon to Australia via the Bahamas
These gaping chasms certainly are a sight to be-hole-d. MailOnline Travel has scoured the globe for eye-popping images of the world's most jaw-dropping abysses - from stunning marine sinkholes to dizzyingly colossal shafts on land. Our journey into the world of inky black cavities takes in the world's largest sinkhole (inset) - Xiaozhai Tiankeng, or Heavenly Pit - a monster in China that at one point reaches 2,172 feet into the earth. Red Lake in Croatia (top left), Europe's largest sinkhole, is also on the list. It's 1,732ft deep and contains 565,034,667 cubic feet of water. Our marine sinkhole picks, meanwhile, include the deepest known underwater sinkhole - the Dragon Hole in the South China Sea - the epic Great Blue Hole in Belize (top right) and the beautiful Dean's Blue Hole in the Bahamas (bottom left). Notable sinkholes in Oregon, Australia (bottom right) and New Zealand also figure.
Dine in a dungeon, discover a deserted island, slip through a hidden door or grab a bar of gold: The best of Britain's secrets revealed
When restrictions are lifted, it'll be our chance to tread lightly into the nation's less-visited areas and marvel at their magic. Here we explore some of Britain's best-kept secrets, including London's abandoned underground tunnels (top left), a wonderfully remote cottage in Scotland (top right), hidden parts of the River Erme in Devon (bottom left) and a trampoline park like no other in Wales (bottom right).
Lovely lakes, brilliant beaches and crystal-clear coves: Lonely Planet reveals the world's most sublime water features
The world is full of inviting water-based wonders - as a stunning new book makes abundantly clear. Lonely Planet's The Joy Of Water is a celebration of the world's most jaw-dropping aquatic attractions, with spots featured including tropical beaches, lakes, geothermal spas, waterfalls and hidden bays. Here MailOnline Travel reveals a few of the locations in the awe-inspiring book, which handily, given that most of the planet is in lockdown, serves also as a visual cornucopia for armchair voyagers.
Tripadvisor names 2020's best beaches: Brazil's Baia do Sancho is rated No1 again and a strip of sand in SCOTLAND comes 13th overall
An idyllic beach on a tiny island off the coast of Brazil has been named as the best in the world by Tripadvisor for the second year running. Baia do Sancho, on the island of Fernando de Noronha, claims the top prize in the Travellers' Choice Beach awards for 2020. The top-rated beach in the UK is mesmerising Luskentyre on the Isle of Harris in Scotland, which comes 13th in the world. The number one in the U.S. is Siesta Beach in Florida. Whitehaven Beach in the Whitsunday Islands, meanwhile, comes out on top for Australia. Taking the crown for the best sandy coastline in Europe is the stunning Spiaggia dei Conigli - known for its colony of sea turtles - on the Italian island of Lampedusa in the middle of the Mediterranean. Tripadvisor announces the Travellers' Choice Beach awards every year. They are based on the quality and quantity of traveller reviews and ratings gathered over a 12-month period.