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EMMA LOVE

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London-based journalist Emma Love is a contributing editor at Conde Nast Traveller and writes regularly for titles including Departures, Country & Townhouse, House & Garden, The Telegraph and more.

Family Easter breaks

Finally, spring – and the Easter holidays – are here or will be soon!. Warmer, lighter days make it a joy to spend longer outdoors with your brood, whether by the coast or in the countryside. From rock pooling to feeding newb...

The best places to stay in February

With winter still in full swing, now’s the time to plot an uplifting escape. From cosy, country house hotels with crackling log fires and fine dining, to rejuvenating spas for some serious pampering, or an off-season beach br...

The best half-term holidays

The new year has only just begun but now’s the time to plan ahead for half-term. From well-located cottages for rent to whizz-bang hotels with fun activities for all ages onsite, here are excellent options for a family getawa...

Top Five hotels for country living

Make the most of crisp mid-winter days with classic outdoor pursuits, from fishing and clay pigeon shooting to hiking and wild swimming. Here’s our pick of the top country house hotels round the UK, all of which make a great...

The best luxury staycations from Britain’s Finest

For fuss-free independent staycations, self-catering is the way forward. You can rise early or sleep late, then cook your own breakfast without having to worry about hotel restaurant opening times. Often the outdoor spaces ar...

Best Spa Hotels for Relaxation and Wellness

There’s not much that’s more pampering than a long weekend at a spa hotel - whether you’re there to soak up the multitude of health benefits associated with a hot-cold thermal circuit of saunas, pools and steam rooms, or book...

Best hotels within two hours of London

So often it’s easy to overlook great hotels on the doorstep in favour of far-flung adventure but for an easy weekend escape from the city, there’s nothing better than a country house stay. From sporting pursuits to pampering...

Top 5 places to stay in North Yorkshire

From the Yorkshire Dales to historic market towns, ruins to abbeys and world-famous tearooms, there’s plenty to see and do in this beautiful northern county. It also happens to have culinary kudos and some of the finest place...

Best Christmas markets in the UK

There’s nowhere better for Christmas shopping than at one of the many festive markets that pop-up around the UK. And, while you’re there, why not discover a new city and make a weekend of it? Here’s our pick of the best Chris...

Cosy up for Christmas

One of the most joyful times of the year when families and friends get together, Christmas can also be fraught for whoever’s turn it is to host. This year, why not take away the stress with a change of scene, and spend it rel...