TRAVEL MAGAZINE UK

When it’s time to escape from the cares of the world, there’s a piece of heaven waiting on Mozambique’s Santa Maria Peninsula 

The idea of escaping to your own private island has long felt like a far-fetched luxury reserved for billionaires and Bond villains. But in 2026, Sweden is quietly turning that fantasy into something far more attainable – inviting everyday travellers to apply for the chance to live on their own island for an entire year.

Our Mediterranean Island Mosaic voyage begins in Rome, embarking from Civitavecchia, where the Eternal City’s ancient grandeur slowly softens into open sea.  Almost immediately, we settle into Wind Star’s deliciously unhurried rhythm – there’s something rather special about life aboard.

Brits are being told of six significant travel changes from 2025 that they need to be aware of when booking their next holiday.

With 71% of UK adults sleeping fewer than the recommended 7 hours a night, and a further 14% getting under 5 hours, which is considered dangerously low for health, it’s perhaps no surprise that daytime naps are becoming a regular coping strategy for a nation running low on sleep.

Muckrach Country House has re-opened its doors to guests for nightly stays, marking a new chapter for the historic Highland retreat set within the heart of the Cairngorms National Park.

Across Wales, a growing number of people are recognising that wellbeing is not only about physical health but also about keeping the mind active and resilient.

Zanzibar, Saudi Arabia, and Malaysia have been revealed as among the top trending travel destinations for 2026 by the travel experts at Away Holidays, who have seen a notable increase in customer enquiries and bookings over the last few months.

Britons are being urged to explore seven UK locations where some of the country’s rarest and most unique wildlife thrive in their natural habitat. 

Families planning to go on a road trip this half-term break are being told of some of the most scenic coastal routes across the UK.