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Chic and cheerful: 14 hotels for affordable European glamour
From a waterfront palace in Greece to a nonna’s house in Italy, these stylish boutique hotels offer character and comfort at a budget-friendly price. GREECE Toes in the sea on Kastellorizo Just 2km from the Lycian coast, Kastellorizo is much closer to Turkey than...
Let’s cook! 9 of the UK’s best cooking classes
Whether you consider yourself a dab hand in the kitchen or you rarely make anything more complex than beans on toast, everyone can benefit from attending a cooking class. Cooking is just as relaxing as it is rewarding – and now that we’re able to see friends and...
Stay active! 8 fun and unique activities to get you moving this summer
Exercising in summer can feel challenging. When the sun is beating down on us, we might not feel like going for a walk or bike ride, and retreating to an air-conditioned gym might mean missing out on the beautiful weather. But there are plenty of other fun things you...
The rave secret: Why middle-aged women are larging it – and seeing big health benefits
For those who are burned out, perimenopausal, or both, dancing all night can be a panacea. It’s great exercise, lowers stress, boosts energy and provides connection. No wonder so many are doing it. It’s 4am and I’m in a club - the first time I’ve done this in years....
Al Fresco living: 8 ways to upgrade your outdoor space
From hosting al fresco, star-lit dinners to relaxing with a book in the sunshine, our outdoor spaces can become extensions of our homes. So, with spring steadily approaching, you might be thinking about ways to help your balcony, patio, or garden reach its full...
Cheap cooking: 8 ways to make your food go further
Many of us are feeling the pinch right now, particularly when it comes to food. The Cost of Living Crisis affected most of us, and, while food inflation has slowed, this doesn’t mean prices are falling – only that they’re rising more slowly. Recent data shows that the...
I climbed Mount Kilimanjaro on my hands
I have no legs, so the thought of tackling the nearly 6,000-metre peak seemed crazy. But after reflection, and hard physical training, I decided to give it a go. I was born with a rare genetic disease called sacral agenesis, which meant that my legs didn’t work. When...
Why more older adults are embracing gaming
More and more older adults are taking up gaming, according to new research from statistics portal Statista and broadband provider TalkTalk. Earlier this year, Statista reported that 41% of people aged 55-64 are gamers. This marks a 64% increase over the last 10 years....
Van life: 8 incredible campervan holidays in the UK
If you have a strong sense of adventure and love exploring new places, a campervan holiday might be the perfect break. There’s something magical about heading out onto the open road, knowing that you can travel in any direction and drive wherever your heart takes you,...
A moment that changed me: I was turning 40 with an arthritis diagnosis -on a whim I took up my favourite teen hobby again
I started kickboxing 20 years ago in a bid to be like Buffy the Vampire Slayer, but thought I could never manage all the punching and jumping. It turns out I could handle much more than I thought. At 14, I decided to learn a martial art. I told my parents it was to...
Craving screen-free Saturdays? Here are five analogue adventures to try this weekend
From alfresco art sessions to mystery bike tours, there are plenty of ways to connect and make memories as a family. Quick survey: how long after switching off the screens in your home does it take for your children to utter the words: “I’m bored. What can I do?”? In...
New pastimes: 8 unusual hobbies you might not have tried
Trying new hobbies is a great way to develop skills and meet people. But it can be tricky to find something that you’re passionate about and want to commit to. When we feel uninspired, sometimes it can be helpful to think outside the box and explore some of...