The Journal
Guides for a break worth taking.
Where to go and when, how to plan it, and the places we think are worth the journey — for spa, ski, coast and city breaks across the UK, Europe and beyond.
Winter sun destinations worth the short flight
The best short-haul winter sun destinations from the UK — where's warm in December, January and February, how long the flight really is, and what each place is good for.
The best spa hotels in the UK, by what they're actually for
A guide to the best spa hotels in the UK — how to choose between thermal, treatment-led and country-house spas, and where to go by region.
SpaSpa breaks in Yorkshire: where to go and why
A guide to spa breaks in Yorkshire — from Harrogate's spa-town heritage to country-house spas in the Dales, and how to pair a soak with a proper walk.
SkiThe best time to go skiing, month by month
When is the best time to go skiing? A month-by-month guide to the ski season — from early-season snow and Christmas to the January value window, half-term, and spring sun.
WeekendWeekend breaks from London, by how far you actually want to go
The best weekend breaks from London, sorted by real travel time — under 90 minutes, a two-to-three hour run, and a short flight — so the journey doesn't eat the weekend.
RomanticRomantic weekend breaks in the UK
The best romantic weekend breaks in the UK — what actually makes a break feel romantic, plus where to go for privacy, a great dinner and a view, from the Cotswolds to the Lakes.