Katie Gregory

Take the kids to... Hitchin Lavender, Hertfordshire

A family-run farm with a 12-acre blanket of lavender that paints one Hertfordshire hillside a vivid purple every summer. From late May to the end of August, the farm's 25 miles...

Piedmont at Christmas: why it's the ultimate foodie weekend

The hilltop town of Govone remains firmly under the radar for 11 months of the year. But not in December, says Katie Gregory...

Where to find a real boy

The puppet with a penchant for telling porkies is making one hell of a comeback. We go back to the Italian town where it all began...

Britain's prettiest villages

From coastal communities to countryside settlements, Britain's villages are as different as they are delightful. Katie Gregory explores...

London Sightseeing Bus Tours Starting from £1

Enjoy all the top London sights and attractions on our luxury coach. A London Bus Tour is one of the best ways of experiencing all that London has to offer, and with megabus...

5 UK Hidden Gems To Visit In 2018

Seen all the usual sights in the UK's most-visited cities? Never fear, because we've scoured the map to find five hidden gems that are hiding in plain sight, from secret city...

7 UK destinations that might as well be abroad

If you're wondering whether to head abroad or stay home this summer, take a look at these incredible photos. While they may look like exotic scenes from overseas, they're...

On yer bike: eight things to do in Yorkshire on two wheels

I've got a lot of love for Yorkshire. Around this time last year my family and I stayed at an amazing cottage in Skipton, and somehow managed to score a blinding week of April...

5 UK cities you need to visit this year (before everyone else does)

Already done the likes of London, Edinburgh and Manchester for a UK city break? Looking for an alternative path that's a little less well-trodden? Whether you're organising a UK...

Is it safe to fly while I'm pregnant?

Everything you need to know about flying during pregnancy Whether you booked a holiday before you realised you were expecting, or have a baby on the way and want to squeeze a...

Safari Holidays

Venture deep into Africa on a safari holiday and you'll discover it's a playground for nature lovers - from the landscape blanketed in dense scrublands, sprawling deserts, and...

Malta Holidays

Centuries-old sights round every corner. Scenery that goes from rugged coves to rolling hills in a blink. And a calendar chock-full of carnivals and festivals. Malta may be...

12 screen-free ideas to keep your kids busy on the plane

Picture it. You've just settled in for a flight with your children, and all your electronic devices have given up the ghost. Simultaneously. The DVD player battery is dead, the...

Things to do in Sardinia when you're 3... and 33

Sardinia makes an ideal destination for couples and groups, too, so it's perfect if you're looking for an adults-only escape. Romantic retreats are covered - this is Italy after...

Italy With Kids: Festa Di San Paolo In Palazzolo Acreide, Sicily

On June 29th every year, the town of Palazzolo Acreide in Sicily comes to life in a huge festival dedicated to the town's patron saint.