UK walking holidays are a delightful option – especially when you wish to challenge yourself on holiday. A walking mini-break may improve your health too. Also, practicing mindfulness while walking down picturesque paths and beautiful bridleways can enhance your mood. Escape for a gentle weekend break or a two-week hike and you’ll soon build up your stamina. This is one of the many great health benefits of walking. However, while planning a walking holiday in the UK always remember your limitations. As May is National Walking Month and spring is a beautiful time to embrace nature, we wanted to ..read more

How long have you been waiting for the sun to warm your day? It’s been chilly this spring. Last spring UK temperatures were below average and March was the wettest in over 40 years. This March it was wet again and dull. So, when a warm day comes for us to soak up the sunshine, we’ll need to be ready. Although the sun can enhance our moods it also has the potential to damage our skin. Therefore, we need to take precautions before being out in hot weather, whether we’re holidaying in hot and sunny destinations or visiting a new location within the UK. Figures from Cancer Research UK reveal that ..read more

Have you ever questioned: why is travel insurance so expensive? It may add to the costs of a holiday but travelling with a good policy in place gives you the confidence to travel without worry – especially if you live with a medical condition and/or disability. Although travel insurance has always been there to cover the cost of the unforeseen, such as travel disruption and unexpected medical emergencies, post-pandemic you may have noticed that travel insurance premiums have increased in price recently. So, we want to give you a clear understanding of what affects the cost of a travel insuranc ..read more

City breaks are a popular holiday option for us Brits. In fact, within the last year, there was a 52% increase in people booking a European city break. Will you be one of them this year? You can visit a European city at any time of the year but visiting a European city is best when it’s not too hot or not cold. Make your city break escape during the shoulder seasons (spring and autumn)! You could enjoy a city break in Paris during spring to admire the cherry blossoms. Or explore warmer parts of Europe, such as Rome in October when it reaches a comfortable 22°. Also, what’s wonderful about a ci ..read more

From the 1st of April, improvements are coming to Free Spirit. These are designed to allow more people to go for longer trips with higher rates of cover. The product is also moving to a new A-rated underwriting capacity – Watford Insurance Company Europe Limited. We are delighted to partner with Watford Insurance Company Europe Limited (WICE). It is a subsidiary of Somers Group Holdings Ltd. with an ‘A – (Excellent)’ rating from A.M.Best, who are a global credit agency with 125 years specialising in the insurance industry. They are also rated ‘A’ by Kroll Bond Rating Agency, a global full-serv ..read more

Does stepping outside your comfort zone to visit a lesser-known destination fill you with excitement? A free spirit should always have a selection of lesser-known holiday destinations on their bucket list. If you’re conscious of your holiday budget you’ll also save by staying somewhere quieter. All you need to do is find a place that fills you with excitement! Let us guide you off the beaten path. Discover a quaint coastal town, city, or suburb that catches your eye. Each one is very different so you can take the plunge! Explore a lesser-known destination and gain a fresh insight into a countr ..read more

Farm stays give you time to experience life on a farm. What better season is there to stay on a farm than spring? With rows of delightful daffodils, blushing blossoms, and the birth of lambs and chicks, book a farm stay this spring! What are farm stays? A farm stay is any accommodation on a working farm, such as a cosy farm cottage, barn, shepherd’s hut, or caravan. Many are family-focused. They allow you to feed animals and collect eggs, apples, and crops. Plus, you can learn how a farm functions. Most farm accommodation is officially graded by Farm Stay UK (a ‘Not-for-profit’ farmer-owned co ..read more

Ski holidays were made for free spirits and people young at heart. Many of the best ski holidays available can be found across Europe, so you don’t have to contemplate a long trip to find one. Europe offers a range of different destinations to ski. From well-known ski resorts found in France, Austria, and Switzerland, to a selection of new and emerging snow holiday locations, in locations across Norway, Sweden, and even Bulgaria. These new resorts offer many unforgettable winter sports, to help you embrace the winter months, such as snowboarding. Whether you’ve been skiing before or not, here ..read more

Holidays in France should be at the top of our bucket list. It’s the world’s top holiday destination after all! In 2022, it welcomed 79.4 million visitors. This year, its visitors may increase again due to the Paris 2024 Summer Olympic and Paralympic Games. Will you be one of them? The Olympics will be the biggest event in Parisian history! The Olympic Torch will be lit on Tuesday, 16th April (an ancient Olympic tradition), and its arrival can be celebrated on Wednesday, 8th May, when its procession begins in Marseille. The flame will then follow a cultural Torch Relay Route throughout France ..read more

Think luxury travel is beyond your grasp? Think again! Despite the cost of living, planning a holiday with small luxuries is possible – while keeping to a budget. If you’re conscious of your holiday budget, we’ve found ways you can save money while still having a great time. First, choose a lesser-known holiday destination to visit… Choosing a lesser-known holiday destination Begin your holiday planning by choosing a lesser-known holiday destination. Most of our suggestions won’t be on everyone’s radar but will still be charming. Instead of staying in a destination known for overtourism, find ..read more