Getaways perfect for Gen Z
Do your break, your way
Published: Monday, 27 July 2026
Do your break, your way
Published: Monday, 27 July 2026
Whatever your passions, there’s a UK break that’s just the job. Explore ideas for holidays doing the things you love.
Combine the best of music with urban exploring when you take a trip to a music festival in one of the UK’s most exciting cities. Watch the gig, then hit the nightlife, galleries, museums and restaurants.
London hosts an array of events in the summer, including SXSW London, which features speakers and film screenings as well as music artists. Meltdown and BST Hyde Park are among other big draws. Stay at: Best Western Victoria Palace Hotel
Described as Scotland’s biggest party, TRNSMT comes to Glasgow – a city packed with music venues – in June. Stay at: Best Western Glasgow Hotel
Alternatively, if you prefer surfing and chilling on the beach to summer in the city, Boardmasters arrives in Newquay in Cornwall in August, with an array of stars headlining. Stay at: Porth Veor Manor, Sure Hotel Collection by Best Western
Coasteering, climbing, bushcraft, raft racing – they’re all on the outdoor menu on the Jurassic Coast in Dorset, famous for its fossils. Or you can walk at least part of this dramatic stretch of coastline along the South West Coast Path.
If you fancy an underground adventure, try caving at Cheddar Gorge in Somerset. Underneath the dramatic landscape are fascinating caves many thousands of years old and filled with strange rock formations. For contrast, try climbing the 274 steps of Jacob’s Ladder for stunning views of the Somerset Levels. Stay at Best Western Webbington Hotel and Spa
Sample what some of the UK’s coolest, most creative towns have to offer when you take a trip along the Kent coast. Visit the Turner Contemporary in Margate, and browse the galleries and independent shops in the old town. Take to the surf at Joss Bay in Broadstairs, and explore the shops, bars and eateries in the Creative Quarter in Folkestone – one of Time Out’s Best Seaside Towns for 2026. Stay at Burlington Hotel, BW Premier Collection by Best Western
The beach may be pebbly, but vibrant Brighton still packs a punch when it comes to getaways. Indulge in seaside holiday nostalgia on the fairground rides at the pier, and hit the seafront clubs when night falls. Stay at: Best Western Princes Marine Hotel
Suffering from a surfeit of screens? Getting out in the great outdoors is the cure. The Lake District always delivers the nature getaway goods. With mountains, waterfalls, fells, and of course, lakes, it’s fantastic just for walking and taking it all in. You can always do some cycling or kayaking if you’re feeling more energetic. Stay at The Lakeland Kendal Hotel, Sure Hotel Collection by Best Western
A rural break is a chance to try some shinrin-yoku – the Japanese practice of forest bathing. It’s all about moving through woodland slowly and calmly, taking deep breaths and immersing yourself in your surroundings. With its spectacular woods, Hardcastle Crags in Yorkshire is wonderful for a mindful walk. Stay at The Old Golf House, Sure Hotel Collection by Best Western
2026 is the Year of Beer in Sheffield, so why not take a trip to the steel city to experience local brews and bottle shops as well as the best of its vibrant food scene? Whether you’re into inventive restaurants, or street food is more your style, you’ll find something to suit your tastes here. Stay at: Mosborough Hall Hotel, BW Signature Collection by Best Western
Bristol is another under-the-radar food destination that’s well worth sampling. You can start off with a food tour of Wapping Wharf or North Street to eat your way around these popular neighbourhoods. Stay at: Best Western Henbury Lodge Hotel
