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03/11/2026

🚢🇳🇱 EXPLORE AMSTERDAM | 2027 SAILINGS NOW ON SALE!

No Airports. No Queues. No Hassle.

Discover more with this elevated 5-day, 4-night Explore Amsterdam Package, from just £434 per person, with 50% off cabins on selected March–September 2027 sailings! 💙

Enjoy sea views from your cabin, a stylish four-star hotel stay and a 48-hour I amsterdam City Card, bringing together sightseeing, city transport and memorable experiences in one great little escape!

Your Break Includes:
⚓ Return DFDS sailings from Newcastle, with two nights in a sea-facing two-berth cabin
🍽️ Buffet dinner and breakfast on both crossings
🚌 Return DFDS transfers between Amsterdam port and Amsterdam Centraal
🏨 Two nights at the Leonardo Royal Hotel Amsterdam ⭐⭐⭐⭐
🍳 Buffet breakfast each morning at your hotel
🎟️ A 48-hour I amsterdam City Card, including entry to over 70 museums and attractions, unlimited city public transport, a canal cruise and a full day’s bike hire
From just £434 per person!

⚓ YOUR HOLIDAY STARTS ON BOARD
Set sail overnight from Newcastle with DFDS and settle into your sea-facing two-berth cabin — adding a view to your relaxing journey across the North Sea.
Enjoy your included buffet dinner at Explorer’s Kitchen, then make an evening of it. Unwind with a drink in the bars or pub, catch a film at the cinema or head to the nightclub. For an extra treat, upgrade your dining experience to North Sea Bistro.*
Wake up to breakfast on board before taking your included DFDS transfer into Amsterdam, ready to start exploring.

🏨 YOUR HOTEL: LEONARDO ROYAL HOTEL AMSTERDAM ⭐⭐⭐⭐
Enjoy two nights at this contemporary hotel in the Overamstel district, combining modern comfort with convenient connections to the city centre.
Spacious, stylish rooms feature floor-to-ceiling windows, while the hotel’s quieter setting offers a relaxing retreat after a busy day of sightseeing. Start each morning with your included buffet breakfast, then head to nearby Overamstel metro station to discover the city.
Back at the hotel, unwind in the sauna, make use of the fitness facilities or settle into the chic bar and restaurant for an evening drink or a bite to eat.*

🌷 EXPLORE MORE OF AMSTERDAM
Picturesque canals, historic streets, waterside cafés and world-class museums — Amsterdam is a city made for exploring at your own pace.
With your included 48-hour I amsterdam City Card, you can make even more of your stay. Discover masterpieces at the Rijksmuseum, admire the city from the water on an included canal cruise or use your day’s bike hire to explore like a local.
Unlimited city public transport makes getting around easy, whether you’re browsing the colourful Bloemenmarkt, wandering through characterful neighbourhoods or finding your next favourite café. With entry to over 70 museums and attractions included, there’s plenty to fill your Amsterdam adventure!*
📅 MONTHLY GUIDE PRICES:
November 2026 from £441pp
December 2026 from £434pp
January 2027 from £435pp
February 2027 from £460pp
March 2027 from £464pp
April 2027 from £674pp
May 2027 from £676pp
June 2027 from £674pp
July 2027 from £678pp
August 2027 from £679pp
September 2027 from £671pp
October 2027 from £513pp

🚢 Sailings available through to December 2027!

Guide prices are per person, based on two sharing, and subject to availability.

Prices include estimated city tax, payable locally.

𝘐𝘧 𝘵𝘩𝘦 𝘓𝘦𝘰𝘯𝘢𝘳𝘥𝘰 𝘙𝘰𝘺𝘢𝘭 𝘏𝘰𝘵𝘦𝘭 𝘈𝘮𝘴𝘵𝘦𝘳𝘥𝘢𝘮 𝘪𝘴 𝘶𝘯𝘢𝘷𝘢𝘪𝘭𝘢𝘣𝘭𝘦, 𝘢𝘯 𝘢𝘭𝘵𝘦𝘳𝘯𝘢𝘵𝘪𝘷𝘦 𝘧𝘰𝘶𝘳-𝘴𝘵𝘢𝘳 𝘈𝘮𝘴𝘵𝘦𝘳𝘥𝘢𝘮 𝘩𝘰𝘵𝘦𝘭 𝘸𝘪𝘭𝘭 𝘣𝘦 𝘱𝘳𝘰𝘷𝘪𝘥𝘦𝘥. 𝘊𝘪𝘵𝘺 𝘊𝘢𝘳𝘥 𝘪𝘯𝘤𝘭𝘶𝘴𝘪𝘰𝘯𝘴 𝘢𝘳𝘦 𝘴𝘶𝘣𝘫𝘦𝘤𝘵 𝘵𝘰 𝘪𝘵𝘴 𝘵𝘦𝘳𝘮𝘴, 𝘷𝘢𝘭𝘪𝘥𝘪𝘵𝘺 𝘢𝘯𝘥 𝘱𝘢𝘳𝘵𝘪𝘤𝘪𝘱𝘢𝘵𝘪𝘯𝘨 𝘢𝘵𝘵𝘳𝘢𝘤𝘵𝘪𝘰𝘯𝘴; 𝘴𝘰𝘮𝘦 𝘢𝘵𝘵𝘳𝘢𝘤𝘵𝘪𝘰𝘯𝘴 𝘳𝘦𝘲𝘶𝘪𝘳𝘦 𝘢𝘥𝘷𝘢𝘯𝘤𝘦 𝘣𝘰𝘰𝘬𝘪𝘯𝘨. 𝘔𝘦𝘢𝘭𝘴 𝘰𝘵𝘩𝘦𝘳 𝘵𝘩𝘢𝘯 𝘵𝘩𝘰𝘴𝘦 𝘴𝘵𝘢𝘵𝘦𝘥, 𝘥𝘳𝘪𝘯𝘬𝘴 𝘢𝘯𝘥 𝘰𝘱𝘵𝘪𝘰𝘯𝘢𝘭 𝘶𝘱𝘨𝘳𝘢𝘥𝘦𝘴 𝘤𝘰𝘴𝘵 𝘦𝘹𝘵𝘳𝘢. 𝘛𝘦𝘳𝘮𝘴 𝘢𝘯𝘥 𝘤𝘰𝘯𝘥𝘪𝘵𝘪𝘰𝘯𝘴 𝘢𝘱𝘱𝘭𝘺.

03/11/2026

The cheapest holiday isn't always the best value. And the most expensive one isn't automatically the best choice either.

A holiday that looks like a bargain can become a lot less attractive when you discover the hotel is miles from anywhere, the airport transfer takes two hours or all those little extras start adding up.

Equally, paying more for a luxury hotel with a host of facilities you won't use or a vibe which doesnt fit for you, might not be the best decision for your holiday.

The real question is: what are you getting for your money?

For example, a couple wanting a no pressure, relaxing week by the sea might be better off choosing a well-located boutique hotel or apartment with a lovely beach and restaurants nearby, rather than spending more on a huge resort with dress codes and flashy facilities they won't use.

It's about finding the right holiday for your needs, not simply chasing the lowest price because its obviously the best deal or paying through the nose because it's expensive, so it must be good - right?.

That's the sort of travel advice I share at Bags Are Packed Travel, alongside destination inspiration, practical planning tips and ideas for your next adventure.

Follow the my page Bags Are Packed Travel by Inspire if you'd like a little more help making your holiday plans work for you.

03/11/2026

In a world where we're constantly juggling work, responsibilities and never-ending to-do lists, there's something rather special about a holiday where the only decision you need to make is whether to hit the beach or the pool and where to eat next.

A luxury 5 star fly-and-flop holiday offers the opportunity to properly switch off, recharge and enjoy some well-deserved time away. It certainly isn't wasted time.

Think beautiful surroundings, exceptional service, fabulous food, a little indulgence and, most importantly, no pressure to be anywhere or do anything.

I'm a massive fan of touring and adventure holidays (escorted or independent) and as they become more widely accessible, with more exciting itineraries available to exotic destinations it's easier than ever to see the world but sometimes we don't recognise that some pure downtime would do us the world of good.

Because not every holiday needs an itinerary packed with experiences. Sometimes it's ok for a day to unfold with no real plans and no purpose behind it. Sometimes the greatest luxury is having the time and space to simply relax.

When was the last time you took a fly and flop, full on relaxation holiday.

02/11/2026

☀️LAST-MINUTE SOLO ESCAPE! ☀️
🇨🇾 CYPRUS FROM JUST £859pp FOR SOLO TRAVELLERS! 🇨🇾

🌊 Fancy escaping the everyday and enjoying some winter sunshine all to yourself?

🏨 Souli Beach Hotel – Latchi, Cyprus
A gorgeous little family-run hotel in a stunning seafront setting, nestled beneath the beautiful Akamas mountains! 💙
Perfect for anyone looking to relax, recharge and enjoy a little sunshine, this charming hotel sits right by the sea in the traditional fishing village of Latchi. 🐟🌴

✨ WHY YOU’LL LOVE IT:
🌊 Beautiful seafront location
🏊 Outdoor swimming pool
☀️ Sunbeds and umbrellas
🎾 Tennis court
🚲 Bike hire available
🌴 Watersports
🍽️ Famous seafront restaurant serving fresh fish and traditional meze

🗓️ DEPARTURE: 18TH NOVEMBER 2026
👤 1 adult – no sharing required!
🛏️ Single Standard Room with balcony or terrace
🥐 Bed & Breakfast
🧳 Baggage and transfers included
🍽️ Want to upgrade? Half board is available for an extra £180!

✈️ PRICES BY DEPARTURE AIRPORT:
London Gatwick £863
London Stansted £827
Bristol £884
Birmingham £978
Edinburgh £883
Leeds Bradford £953
Manchester (departing 16th November) £906

💙 Whether you’re craving peaceful seaside strolls, lazy pool days or exploring the unspoilt beauty of Cyprus, this could be your perfect little escape!

✨ Solo travel doesn’t have to cost the earth! ✨

📌 Prices are correct at the time of posting (subject to change and availability) and are based on 1 adult in a Standard Room (Balcony or Terrace) on a Bed & Breakfast basis.

02/11/2026

Solo travel isn't just for the ladies...although I've always been intrigued at how many women I see travelling alone, compared to men.

Women, statistically, do make up the larges percentage of solo travellers (Saga recent research outlined women are twice as likely to take a solo holiday), but there is a growing trend of men travelling alone. In fact, the latest ABTA Holiday Habits survey found that 19% of UK adults took a holiday alone in the 12 months to summer 2025, the highest level since ABTA began tracking the trend in 2014, so in general solo travel is becoming more popular. The strongest growth is among younger adults, particularly those aged 25–34, where 23% had taken a solo holiday.

Why do you think generally women are more likely to take a solo trip? I'd love to hear from the guys out there on this one, but whoever you are, if you have a theory...let's hear it!

01/11/2026

SMALL HOTEL… BIG SANTORINI APPEAL!

3★ BLACK COAST HOTEL BY MR & MRS WHITE ✨

📍 Perivolos, Santorini
With just 13 rooms and a relaxed setting close to Perivolos’ famous black sand beach, this hotel is a lovely choice for couples looking for a laid-back Santorini escape. 😍☀️

🏖️ Around 700 metres from Perivolos’ black sand beach
💦 Outdoor swimming pool & sun terrace
🍽️ Beachside tavernas for those leisurely Greek lunches
📸 A lovely base for exploring Santorini’s villages and volcanic scenery!
🔥 ALMOST £150 PER COUPLE SAVING ALREADY INCLUDED!

🌙 7 nights
🛏️ Studio Garden View Room
🍽️ Room only
📅 July 2027 departures

👇 Prices PER PERSON, based on two sharing, including approximately £15.50pp local tourist tax

✈️ London Gatwick • 6th July
💙 £909pp total
£893.50 upfront + £15.50 payable locally
✈️ London Heathrow • 6th July
💙 £1,041pp total
£1,025.50 upfront + £15.50 payable locally

Regional airports are available

💦 Fancy a pool view?
Upgrade for £31pp extra for the whole stay!

This one is for you if you prefer your hotels small and their holidays relaxed! 💙

Prices based on two adults sharing a Studio Garden View Room for 7 nights on a room-only basis.
Saving of almost £150 per couple already included.
Pool-view upgrade is additional and subject to availability.

Prices are subject to change and availability
Supplier: Olympic Holidays

01/11/2026

Let's start the month with the important stuff.
Which country has the best cheese?

UK - Cheddar
France - Brie
Netherlands - Gouda
Italy - Parmigiano Reggiano
Cyprus - Halloumi
Switzerland - Emmental
Greece - Feta
USA - American slice

Let's hear your choices.

𝘐𝘮𝘢𝘨𝘦 𝘤𝘰𝘶𝘳𝘵𝘦𝘴𝘺 𝘰𝘧 𝘛𝘸𝘪𝘴𝘵𝘦𝘥 𝘍𝘉 𝘱𝘢𝘨𝘦

31/10/2026

Experience Norway like never before with this Summer Arctic Cabin Adventure - a breathtaking 10-day journey combining Arctic wilderness, coastal cruising and iconic rail travel.

✨ Stay overnight in a traditional Gamme Cabin at the Snowhotel Kirkenes
🦀 Join an unforgettable King Crab Safari by RIB with local fishermen
🚢 Sail south on a 5-night Coastal Express voyage
☀️ Discover stunning fjords, charming villages and dramatic landscapes beneath the Midnight Sun
🚆 Journey across Norway on the spectacular Bergen Line, one of the world's most scenic rail routes
📍 Itinerary highlights: Oslo • Kirkenes • Hammerfest • Svolvær • Brønnøysund • Trondheim • Bergen • Oslo

Includes:
✅ Scheduled flights from London (book regional flights from an additional £120pp)
✅ Flight from Oslo to Kirkenes
✅ Shuttle transfers in Norway
✅ Snowhotel stay in Kirkenes
✅ Full board cruising
✅ Two included excursions: King Crab Safari by RIB & Norwegian Border & Andersgrotta
✅ Bergen & Oslo hotel stays
✅ Bergen to Oslo rail journey
✅ Wi-Fi onboard

💷 From £3,214pp
📅 Based on 29 September 2027 departure on MS Kong Harald
👫 Based on 2 adults sharing a lead-in cabin

This is the perfect blend of adventure, culture and coastal scenery in Norway's far north.

📩 Contact us today to secure your place on this incredible Arctic escape.

Supplier - Hurtigruten

31/10/2026

🧙♀️🏖️ Witch way to the beach?

Forget the broomstick… we'd rather be flying off somewhere sunny!

If you could escape to a beach right now, where would you choose?

Tell us your dream destination in the comments! 👇

31/10/2026

Happy Spooky Day!

Are you a 𝘜𝘯𝘪𝘷𝘦𝘳𝘴𝘢𝘭 𝘏𝘢𝘭𝘭𝘰𝘸𝘦𝘦𝘯 𝘏𝘰𝘳𝘳𝘰𝘳 𝘕𝘪𝘨𝘩𝘵 fan or is 𝘔𝘪𝘤𝘬𝘦𝘺'𝘴 𝘕𝘰𝘵 𝘚𝘰 𝘚𝘤𝘢𝘳𝘺 𝘏𝘢𝘭𝘭𝘰𝘸𝘦𝘦𝘯 𝘕𝘪𝘨𝘩𝘵 more your style?

I love a good scare and this year did 3 of the HHN houses at Universal, which was great fun - I wish we'd had time to do more. Just wandering around the park at night with diffferent pop up shows happening and scare actors walking round is just so much fun.

They do sell a 𝘋𝘦𝘢𝘵𝘩𝘭𝘺 𝘈𝘧𝘳𝘢𝘪𝘥 lanyard if you don't want to be scared as you walk round the park (obviously not in the scare houses) and lots of my colleagues did use these. Generally, they are very good at monitoring these but of course it's not a 100% guarantee with so many people wandering around but in the main, it takes the heat off a bit.

The first scare house I did was in 2013 and I went round gripping onto Marks shoulders screaming my head off, this year I was much braver and I was the one being grabbed for protection...such fun!!

Have you done any scare houses at Universal or elsewhere? Tell me your stories.

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