Geocaching in the Yorkshire Dales

"Vg fbhaqf nf vs guvf pnpur vf orarngu lbh!" the clue reads. But, while it may look like an attempt to represent the sound of a stifled sneeze in the written word, for geocachers - proponents of a new high-tech treasure hunt sport - it could mean the difference between discovering the prize or walking away empty-handed. Unfortunately,...

Train companies are ripping off customers

An MPs' report today warned that train companies are exploiting and confusing passengers.The House of Commons Transport Committee's report accuses train companies of taking advantage of the Government's franchise system to raise fares at the worst times.With fares up 11% above inflation on some routes, passengers have to go to "extraordinary lengths" to find the best-value fares, which are often only...

Airlines cashing in on booking mistakes

Airlines are making a profit from passengers' online booking mistakes, according to a new report from air passenger watchdog the Air Transport Users Council (AUC).Where customers make mistakes, many airlines charge for errors to be corrected and, in some cases, even force passengers to buy a new ticket, without refunding the cost of the original booking.The AUC is accusing airlines of often causing...

Explore Scotland's historic castles

There are more castles in Scotland than you can shake a haggis at. From haunted chambers and crumbly walls, to stately turrets and ornate carvings, here is our selection of the country's most famous, impressive and historically charged structures that open their doors (and drawbridges) to the public. Edinburgh Castle ...

UK summer walks

While July's weather somewhat failed to fulfil the Met Office's prophecy of a "barbecue summer", the recent rainfalls mean Britain's green countryside is even more fresh and gleaming. So pack a cagoule and some Kendal mint cake, and enjoy our favourite summer walks around the British Isles. England: The South Downs Where?A...

PortAventura Holidays, Spain

PortAventura Holidays, Spain In association with Take a trip with PortAventura Holidays to the sunny Costa Daurada in Spain - the perfect place for a family holiday. Escape to PortAventura theme park with its five fascinating lands where you can brave the thrilling rides, take in stunning shows...

Geocaching in the Yorkshire Dales

Geocaching in the Yorkshire Dales "Vg fbhaqf nf vs guvf pnpur vf orarngu lbh!" the clue reads. But, while it may look like an attempt to represent the sound of a stifled sneeze in the written word, for geocachers - proponents of a new high-tech treasure hunt sport - it could mean the difference between discovering the prize or...

Family holiday heaven: Guernsey

Family holiday heaven: Guernsey Second largest of the Channel Islands, Guernsey is an incredibly welcoming place for families with plenty of clean and safe beaches. A Crown Dependency with French street names, it drips with history - 7,000 years worth - and oozes Old World English charm with an added smattering of French flair....