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Holidays abroad are back on the horizon after lockdown – but the future for long-haul travel remains uncertain
With a roadmap to freedom now set out for much of the country, providers are raring to get us going again. But travelling further afield could look markedly different to pre-pandemic times. Not long ago, the concept of hotel quarantine was about to become a reality...
Next stage of Covid vaccine rollout after over50s ‘to be decided partly by ethnicity’
It comes after it was revealed more than 15 million people in Britain have now had their first dose of a coronavirus vaccine, according to Government figures. Third phase of the mass coronavirus vaccine rollout will target people by ethnicity as well as age, it has...
Amazing Africa! 25 trips of a lifetime in Africa, from camping in the Sahara to cycling among hippos in Eswatini
This month we look at Africa, which is up there among the best when it comes to memory-making destinations. Desert and delta in remote Botswana See the arid wilderness of Nxai Pan - a fossil lakebed salt flat that is home to a cluster of seven ancient baobab trees -...
Cabin Fever? 15 ways stop you going ‘stir crazy’ during lockdown
Most of us can identify things that we love about being at home; such as the nook in the kitchen where you have your morning coffee, or your favourite comfy armchair. But too much time at home can be enough to make anyone stir crazy. If you’re experiencing “cabin...
Your boots are made for walking: Exercise for all ages
Fitness and exercise are important health considerations for people over 50 - even in a lockdown. Here's how to give the old joints a spring clean with exercise. Walking is the only exercise in which the rate of participation does not decline in the middle and later...
COVID-19: Government aims for all over-50s to be reached in vaccine drive by May
Given the pace of progress, attention is already turning to what will happen when lots of the population has been inoculated. All over-50s should be offered a coronavirus vaccine by May, the government has announced. It is a significant target and the first time a...
Spruce up for Spring! Five low cost ways to improve your property
The lockdown has prompted many of us to embark on DIY projects at home such as painting and decorating or getting to grips with our gardens. Until now, any plants, compost or garden tools had to be ordered online, but garden centres can re-open provided they have...
Grow your own: 8 superfoods that you can grow from home
Growing your own food is one of life’s unique pleasures. Not only is it cheaper than buying fruit and veg from the shops, but it’s greener too - and eating food you’ve grown from scratch is enormously satisfying. Plus, the growing process itself is relaxing and...
Lockdown life: 15 adventures you can enjoy without leaving your home
With more time being spent at home, you might be looking for new, exciting, but safe ways to beat the boredom of being within the same four walls. The good news is that not all adventures have to involve thrill-seeking activities, or jet setting around the world to a...
‘Use it or lose it’: 19 ways to keep your mind sharp as you age
Exercising the mind is just as important as exercising the body if you want to get the most from life. The mind is often thought of as a muscle, meaning that the more you challenge it, the stronger it will become. Over the years scientists have frequently explored the...
Recycling revolution: 10 creative upcycling ideas that could save you money and help the planet
Repurposing or upcycling your clutter is a satisfying way to get creative, save money and give a new lease of life to items that you longer use. Next time you go to throw out your bean can or you’re wondering what to do with all your old cake tins that you no longer...
Nature can provide ‘soul food’ for people in lockdown – RSPB
People were encouraged to take part in the annual Big Garden Birdwatch at the end of January. Nature can provide “soul food” for people in lockdown, even in winter, the head of the RSPB has said. Beccy Speight, chief executive of the wildlife charity, said people have...