The UK countryside comes alive in spring and these breaks – everything from seal-spotting to cycling and even wine-tasting – make the most of it
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Top 10 last-minute half-term holiday deals
Looking for a family break but no time to browse? Our pick of late deals in Europe and further afield will ease the way to a February escape
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10 of the best UK winter escapes
A good way to break up the winter is with a few days in the countryside. We’ve picked stays across Britain, from cosy B&Bs to stylish holiday homes, many with seasonal offers
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The best city breaks in Germany
Riesling and Romans, baroque and bratwurst … our tipsters point to alluring cities from Bavaria to the Hanseatic northern ports – but sidestepping Berlin – taking in great food, museums, spas and bars
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Winter town and city breaks: readers’ travel tips
A party vibe, sunshine, snow, shopping … our tipsters look beyond the major capitals to recommend idyllic seasonal breaks from Madeira to Romania. And yes, of course there’ll be glühwein
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Best overseas breaks at Christmas and new year
In search of a lantern festival, exotic wildlife and traditional markets, from Brittany to the Japanese alps
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Easter escapes: day trips and short break ideas in the UK
These short break suggestions and tips for great days out will help you to have a cracking time over the Easter bank holiday weekend
