Category Archives: Thoughtful travel

REVIEW: Intimate, thoughtfully restored riad, in a hard-to-beat central medina location: Riad Al Bushra, Marrakech

Posted on March 19, 2014 by Ching Lee

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By Ching Lee

There are so many reasons why Marrakech is the perfect hot holiday destination during the UK winter. A short flight takes you to winter sun, a completely different culture and wonderful, authentic places to stay. Throw in great prices (if you plan ahead), same time zone to … Read More

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Things to do in Sardinia: Family friendly snorkelling experience with a local expert

Posted on September 10, 2013 by Ching Lee

As the second largest island in the western Mediterranean, Sardinia has over 1800km of coastline, and trying one of the many water-based activities on offer is an absolute must. Sailing, windsurfing, diving, boat excursions, swimming…the opportunities are endless.

Top of my list on my visit in August was to find a snorkelling experience that was … Read More

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5 good reasons for families to visit Sardinia in August

Posted on September 6, 2013 by Ching Lee

Read any guide book or travel article about Sardinia and the advice is to avoid August as a month to visit this beautiful island. High prices, low availability, crowds and excessive heat are cited as the main reasons for staying away. Great advice, but not very practical, for families with school age children.

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REVIEW: Contemporary, family friendly, country cottages near Jurassic Coast : Mazzard Farm Holiday Cottages, East Devon, UK

Posted on March 6, 2013 by Ching Lee

By Mitzie Wilson

I wanted to find somewhere special to celebrate my parents’ 60th wedding anniversary in January with all the family and found Mazzard Farm Holiday Cottages on Your Holiday Planner’s Recommended Stays.

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The cottages at Mazzard Farm are contemporary but cosy. It was so nice to sleep in white cotton sheets … Read More

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REVIEW: Relaxing, country spa retreat for a special celebration: Careys Manor & SenSpa, New Forest, UK

Posted on March 19, 2012 by Ching Lee

By Bronwyn Murray

Your Holiday Planner recently helped my husband and I to find a country spa retreat to celebrate a special anniversary. It was the prefect treat to take some time out, from work and our hectic family life.

We wanted a relaxing, retreat in the country, within 1.5 hours drive from London, with … Read More

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