Travel Experience

This clock eerily stopped at the time of the blackout - 12.33pm

Why I thought I was trapped in a zombie apocalypse Nicola Adam

Why you should jump on the Eurostar to this less-visited European city

FIVE LUXE and Palm Jumeirah in Dubai are two of the best hotels I have ever stayed in. (Photo: Isabella Boneham)

I stayed in two stunning Dubai hotels - with beach clubs and sea views

I stayed at a luxurious London hotel that was the perfect stay before catching the Eurostar to Lille. (Photo: The Montague on the Gardens)

I stayed in a luxurious hotel perfect for Euston and Eurostar services

If you are looking to tick off more destinations on your travel bucket list this year then this long weekend trip away idea might just be for you. (Photo: Isabella Boneham)

I visited two countries in one trip - a foodie and sightseeing weekend

The Leven Manchester, in the centre of the city, is the perfect hotel to stay in to enjoy the nightlife. (Photo: Isabella Boneham)

I stayed in a Manchester hotel - perfect for a friends weekend away

I went on TUI’s new beginner skiing holiday package called ‘Slope Starters’. (Photo: Isabella Boneham)

I went on TUI's £1k skiing holiday - the best option for beginners

The prize includes an ocean view state room with a balcony

A 70p ticket could win a Caribbean cruise with £10,000 spending money

I tried skiing at Club Med

I stayed at Club Med Serre Chevalier after its £50m renovation

Grand Palladium Kantenah Resort and Spa, in the Riviera Maya, Mexico

'Why Mexico changed my mind on booking a family resort holiday'

Amelia Island in Florida has 13 miles of picturesque and pristine beaches

Florida's lesser-known treasures - St Augustine and Amelia Island

Tom Morton takes a trip to the less prominent destinations in Florida to uncover a fascinating area with a rich history - and a wonderful culinary scene

Tom Morton

Saltmoore is a woodland haven near Whitby

We took our four-legged friend to Whitby for a posh hotel break

You could hit the jackpot and have a holiday in Dubai for just £99 - or it might just be a beach holiday in Spain

This £99 mystery holiday deal includes Barbados, New York, or Dubai

I stayed at the Iveagh Garden Hotel during my one-night stay in Dublin and it was perfect. (Photo: Isabella Boneham)

Why you should stay at this Dublin hotel - peaceful yet prime location

There are pools aplenty at Cullinan, as well as spots to relax

I shook off the UK winter with a luxurious stay at Cullinan Belek

Everyone’s heard of St. Patrick’s Day, the Irish celebration to honour the patron saint of Ireland - but have you heard of St. Brigid’s Day? (Photo: Isabella Boneham)

I visited Ireland to celebrate its new bank holiday - and goddess

The Devonshire Arms at Beeley

We took our pooch on a dog-friendly winter stay in the Peak District

Resort Valle dell’Erica offers guests a luxury experience

Experience White Lotus glamour at Resort Valle dell’Erica in Sardinia

The Xunantunich ruins in Belize

Belize is a nature-lover's paradise, with reefs, rainforests and ruins

The view from the Castle Hotel over Windsor Castle and the Guildhall. Credit: Castle Hotel

The historic Windsor hotel that is a must-visit for Royal fans

I stayed in what I personally would say is one of the best spa hotels in Bath - a beautiful and luxurious stay in a beautiful city. (Photo: Bath Spa/Facebook)

I stayed in a beautiful spa hotel in Bath - and I didn't want to leave

I visited the Californian city in late November where for the most part the sun was shining and the temperature was sat at a lovely 18C. (Photos: Isabella Boneham/Los Angeles Tourism Board)

I visited LA and was in awe - the celeb-studded city has lots to offer

I had the joy of staying in a wonderful hotel in Oxford - that is in the best location that you could possibly ask for. (Photo: Isabella Boneham)

I stayed at a hotel in the best location - next to Harry Potter scenes

I stayed at the Mercure Dubai Deira hotel - a hotel that is for travellers looking for local and authentic experiences to really experience the true side of the destination. (Photo: NationalWorld/Mark Hall/Isabella Boneham)

I stayed at a hotel in Dubai's Old Town - the side you should visit

Experts reveal hand luggage packing tips for winter travel

I stayed in a gorgeous hotel in the heart of London that used to be a MI6 base and is perfectly located near popular tourist attractions. (Photo: St Ermin's Hotel/Isabella Boneham)

I stayed in a gorgeous London hotel - that was a former MI6 base

If I was to picture what paradise looks like, it would be the resort where I stayed in Jamaica. (Photo: Isabella Boneham)

Jamming in Jamaica: The perfect winter sun holiday to unwind

The Garden Suite at Fiddler Hall Barn, Newby Bridge, Lake District, a Sykes Cottages holiday home. Photos by Rochelle Barrand.

'I enjoyed a truly tranquil escape at a Sykes Cottages holiday home'

Sykes Cottages are real homes away from home - they provide all the cosy comforts you’d expect from a holiday property and more.

Rochelle Barrand

I ran my first ever half marathon in the beautiful city Palma and made memories in Mallorca that will always stay with me. (Photo: Isabella Boneham)

I ran my first half marathon in Palma - and it was pretty spectacular

These cottages are the perfect places for a festive family get-together

Six idyllic cottages in Yorkshire perfect for a Christmas getaway

I stayed at a canal-side hotel in the Dutch capital, Amsterdam, and I could not recommend staying here enough. (Photo: NationalWorld/Isabella Boneham)

The perfect canal-side hotel in Amsterdam - close to top attractions

Prince Edward Island (Photo: Finn Partners Box UK)

‘I travelled to Prince Edward Island and lived out my childhood dream'

I stayed in a studio perfect for a summer holiday getaway in Cornwall where the beach was right on the doorstep. (Photo: Isabella Boneham/Sykes Cottages)

The perfect stay in Cornwall with the beach on your doorstep

Cruising around the Croatian coastline visiting beautiful islands and having swim spots at stunning locations was a dream - and a holiday for all ages. (Photo: Isabella Boneham)

My dreamy experience cruising around Croatia - why you should book

The sea around Sardinia is spectacularly blue on a summer's day (Photo: Amber Allott)

Experience Sardinia in style at the Chia Laguna Resort

Naomi and Johnathan Jules with their daughter in Costa Rica after escaping the UK 'rat race'.

Video: We escaped "rat race" of UK to start a new life in Costa Rica

I had a quirky and memorable holiday here in the UK staying in Pendeen Lighthouse in Cornwall - a perfect getaway for a summer holiday. (Photo: Rural Retreats/NationalWorld)

Quirky and fun - my memorable holiday staying at a UK lighthouse

I visited the city of Salzburg in Austria over a weekend and I was blown away by its beautiful landscape and how much there is to do - here’s why you need to visit. (Photo: Isabella Boneham)

The perfect city break that is alive with not just the Sound of Music

Eurocamp La Croix du Vieux Pont in Berny-Rivière is just on the outskirts of Paris - perfect for a day trip to the city. Picture: Jamie Jones

Eurocamp offers getaways with family-friendly prices

I visited the breath-taking Lake Maggiore in Italy and explored the beautiful islands - a trip of dreams that you need to experience. (Photo: NationalWorld/Kim Mogg/Isabella Boneham)

My breath-taking trip of dreams to the bellissima Lake Maggiore

The Monmouthshire and Brecon Canal is one of the prettiest waterways in the UK

A wonderful week on the Welsh waterways for my canal boat holiday

The Monmouthshire and Brecon Canal is one of the prettiest waterways in the UK

A wonderful week on the Welsh waterways for my canal boat holiday

Journalist Nicola Adam journeys across the Dubai desert at dawn by hot air balloon

I visited Dubai for the first time and didn't expect this

A trip to the island of Guernsey was the perfect wellness holiday I needed - with the turquoise sea views and breath-taking walks leaving me refreshed and revitalised. (Photo: Isabella Boneham/NationalWorld)

The perfect island holiday an hour from UK with turquoise seas

Heading to Mallorca this summer? You need to visit this dreamy beachfront beach club that, to me, was a paradise haven. (Photo: Isabella Boneham/NationalWorld)

The dreamy beachfront beach club you need to visit this summer

Heading to Mallorca this summer? You need to visit this dreamy beachfront beach club that, to me, was a paradise haven

Isabella Boneham

This luxury five-star London hotel in Kensington was divine - and perfect for visiting the most popular attractions including the Victoria and Albert Museum. (Photo: Isabella Boneham)

Luxury London hotel with access to the best cultural sights

I went to the summer opening of racy cabaret club Lío Mallorca in the heart of Palma and it was a night I won’t forget. (Photo: Lio Opening @Neoist.eu)

Racy cabaret club opens in Spanish hotspot - a night I won't forget

I visited the delight that was The Hague in the Netherlands, next door neighbour of Amsterdam - and a charming city full of history and culture that you need to visit. Picture: Isabella Boneham

Why you should visit the charming city next door to Amsterdam

Destination unknown. Itinerary unknown. I went on Wizz Air's mystery trip holiday that had over 5,000 entries and here's what I thought of it. Picture: Isabella Boneham

She who dares? I went on holiday to a destination unknown

The pool at Hard Rock Hotel Marbella

Hard Rock Hotel Marbella: a slice of Americana in sunny Malaga

Travelling to Morocco is a trip I will never forget. (Credit: Isabella Boneham/NationalWorld)

The magical tour of Morocco that mixes adventure, culture and luxury

Four in 10 adults are looking to book a detox trip in the next year

The pristine beaches of Bel Ombre

Heavenly Mauritius offers sun, sand, and sustainable gastronomy

The Cloughmore Stone was hurled by the giant FinnMcCool, or so the legends say (Photo: Amber Allott)

Explainer County Down: embrace the outdoors where legends come to life

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