Mini Breaks
Taking the Waters and tasting the high life in Bath
March 15th 2012
Karen Bowerman visited Bath where the centuries old tradition of thermal bathing is enjoying a revival and the most prestigious address in the city offers a warm welcome
A spa and a Michelin star – Rockliffe Hall hotel, Darlington
December 19th 2011
If you’re a foodie, spa lover or golf fanatic Rockliffe Hall hotel near Darlington could be right up your street. Karen Bowerman went to visit.
Looking ahead to Christmas: the InterContinental Park Lane Hotel, London
October 27th 2011
With Christmas fast approaching, Karen Bowerman visited the InterContinental Park Lane hotel, London, for an early taste of how it’ll be celebrating the festive season
Luxury as standard at the Grosvenor Square Hotel
August 4th 2011
A destination hotel where your stay is a holiday in its own right, the London Grosvenor Square Hotel is a luxurious delight, as Richard Young discovers.
On holiday at Heathrow Airport- Review
June 30th 2011
As she flew into Heathrow Karen Bowerman gave in to last minute whim. She booked herself a couple of extra days away – at an airport hotel - and was pleasantly surprised to discover you can still have a weekend break close to the runway...
Classical elegance at The Royal Horseguards
May 18th 2011
Damion Roberts checks out an award-winning five star hotel in central London that has just undergone a £16million refurbishment
Take a break with 40 Winks
April 15th 2011
It’s always a treat to stay in a lovely hotel – we often dream about a weekend away giving us the opportunity to escape, unwind and recharge the batteries. Well, help is at hand
Minimalist chic at The Hempel
April 15th 2011
Michelle Patient heads for the Capital to experience the delights of The Hempel hotel in London...
Take 40 Winks at Down Hall Hotel, Hertfordshire
April 15th 2011
An overnight stay for two, a glass of sparkling wine on arrival, afternoon cream tea and breakfast, all for just £69? It must be 40 Winks!
Taking things up a gear, Adrenalin Rally, Middlesbrough
March 21st 2011
Looking for a weekend with a bit of excitement – how about trying your hand at rally driving? Karen Bowerman headed to Middlesbrough to learn about powersliding, handbrake turns and the importance of apexes….
More than a puff of smoke… Tees Valley
March 17th 2011
Beyond its chemical works and refinery towers, Tees Valley may surprise you! Karen Bowerman discovered moorland, museums and Europe’s oldest floating warship – plus links with Nelson and Captain Cook...
Into the night, Windsor Ghost Tour
March 14th 2011
Fancy a night out in Windsor? How about taking to the streets for a ghost walk? Karen Bowerman stepped out after dark to discover the other side of this historic, riverside town…
Fit for a King. Dalhousie Castle, Scotland
March 11th 2011
Always wanted to stay in a castle? How about sleeping in the tower or clambering into a four poster overlooking the ramparts? Karen Bowerman went to Bonnyrigg, just outside Edinburgh, to see what it was like staying in a 13th century fortress ….
Practical Caravan names top 100 UK sites
March 15th 2010
The Practical Caravan readers voted in their thousands to name the UK's Top 100 sites to head for in 2010. Ross Park Hill Farm, Ipplepen, Newton Abbot, Devon was overwhelmingly voted as top site 2010.
Advertise
Competitions
Blogs
Buy a copy of Herts Life
E-newsletter sign up
Find us on facebook
Socials