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5 destination alternatives for your next British break
We all have our favourite holiday destinations, but sometimes it’s worth trying somewhere new. If you love these destinations, try these alternatives for your next UK trip.
Monday, 12 May 2025
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Staycation swaps: Nature
Looking for a break in the great outdoors without the air miles? Check Best Western’s Great British equivalents to popular natural beauty spots from around the world.
Monday, 12 May 2025
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5 British beauty spots best seen in Autumn
As summer becomes a distant memory and the days start getting shorter (and colder!) you may start to feel a twinge of melancholy...
Monday, 12 May 2025
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Food & Drink
christmas pudding
December the 25th would be unthinkable without a hefty wedge of this iconic fruity favourite.
Friday, 9 May 2025
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Hotel Stories
A history of the great British picnic
Food writer and cook, Rachel Walker, opens the hamper of history and serves up the story of the picnic
Friday, 9 May 2025
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Food & Drink
Mosborough Amour De Ma Vie
The Mosborough Amour De Ma Vie cocktail is perfectly suited for a romantic valentines date. You can taste on in person at Best Western Plus Mosborough Hall Hotel.
Friday, 9 May 2025
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Food & Drink
Wild Berry Crumble
This wild berry crumble is not one to be missed. In just 10 easy steps you can also create the beautiful recipe from the comfort of your kitchen.
Friday, 9 May 2025
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Destinations
Staycation swaps: Culture
Want a cultural break? No need for passport queues. See our ideas for cultural destinations in the UK that stand up to their overseas counterparts.
Friday, 9 May 2025
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5 places it’s worth taking a real camera
As analogue photography makes a comeback, we showcase five beauty spots worth capturing on film, from Loch Rusky to the Seven Sisters.
Thursday, 8 May 2025
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Nature
Discover new mindful outdoor activities
From rockhounding to nature journalling and star bathing, we explore the latest trends in outdoor activities and where best to try them.
Wednesday, 7 May 2025
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Destinations
7 detours worth taking
Look beyond the most popular locations to explore some less well-known destinations nearby, from Leamington Spa and Canterbury to Sugary Cove and Guernsey.
Wednesday, 7 May 2025
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Special Events
Winter wonderlands on a budget
Wondering what you can get up to this winter without spending too much money? We’ve got the answer.
Wednesday, 7 May 2025
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