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Tampa's history shines through

Tampa's history shines through

07 October 2016

Reporter Josie Hannett experienced the rich history of Tampa, and took a quick ride down the Hillsborough River full of alligators big and small.

Adrenaline junkies and animal lovers alike

Adrenaline junkies and animal lovers alike

29 September 2016

Josie Hannett reveals whether Orlando's tallest, fastest and longest hypercoaster lives up to her expectations.

Cycling, yoga and plenty of Savoie fare

Cycling, yoga and plenty of Savoie fare

07 September 2016

After the snow disappears from the slopes in the alpine town of Morzine, cyclists head for the mountain roads, Jeff Fuidge was taken for a ride

The French Alps: a cyclist's paradise

The French Alps: a cyclist's paradise

07 September 2016

The mountains of Morzine are usually associated with skiing and snowboarding. But when the snow thaws, the town is perfect for visitors on two wheels.

The perfect mix of extravagance, elegance and eccentricity

The perfect mix of extravagance, elegance and eccentricity

18 August 2016

It's more than just a hotel stay when you're won over by charming sommeliers, wonderful food and incredible rooms - as reporter Connor Dunn found out.

The perfect short break

The perfect short break

05 August 2016

You're just two hours away from a complete change of pace

'An experience we'll never forget'

'An experience we'll never forget'

04 August 2016

Are you camping when you have a Nespresso Machine and a Dishwasher? I couldn’t care less!

Pitch perfect: places to camp, glamp and champ

Pitch perfect: places to camp, glamp and champ

01 August 2016

Get away from it all without leaving Kent - and no roughing it required - by trying champing in a church, to glamping in the countryside.

There's nowhere quite like Israel

There's nowhere quite like Israel

29 July 2016

From a king's fortress to Jesus' last resting place, with craft beer and delicious cuisine thrown in for good measure, Israel has lots to offer.

Bargain circus tickets for Mercury readers

Bargain circus tickets for Mercury readers

20 July 2016

Don't forget to pick up this week's Mercury for discounted 2 for 1 entry to a circus in the stunning grounds of Walmer Castle

Top things to do in Medway over the summer holidays

Top things to do in Medway over the summer holidays

18 July 2016

It's the annual dilemma: the kids are about to break up and what can we do to keep them entertained over the long summer holiday? Here are some tips.

Sea, sand, spas and fabulous golf courses with a family atmosphere

Sea, sand, spas and fabulous golf courses with a family atmosphere

15 July 2016

Turkey has been a popular destination for British tourists for decades. The Gloria Resort in Belek,Turkey, has three of the reasons why.

The West Country... a voyage of discovery

The West Country... a voyage of discovery

11 July 2016

From Poldark country to the Lost Gardens of Heligan - Norman Smith explores a part of England full of contrasts.

Wake up next to the Queen in affordable luxury

Wake up next to the Queen in affordable luxury

30 June 2016

Location, location, location is just one of the benefits of a stay at The Nadler Victoria, as reporter Ben Kennedy found out

Taste Dubai’s dizzy heights

Taste Dubai’s dizzy heights

08 June 2016

Emily Stott reveals how Dubai is now the destination for those looking for a taste of affordable luxury.

Town transported back to tell epic war story for movie

Town transported back to tell epic war story for movie

28 May 2016

After filming took place in Dunkirk for a new movie telling the story of the retreat in 1940, we visited the places where the story unfolded.

It would be a folly to pass this up

It would be a folly to pass this up

23 May 2016

Hadlow's historic tower is on the market.

This will change your view

This will change your view

19 May 2016

A gig took Gemma Constable to Birmingham, but stylish accommodation, great views and its cosmopolitan feel made her reluctant to leave.

Term time hols: 'we'll only fine persistent absence' says KCC

Term time hols: 'we'll only fine persistent absence' says KCC

13 May 2016

Kent County Council says it is operating within the rules in fining parents who take children out of school during term time.

Tiptoe to the tulips

Tiptoe to the tulips

09 May 2016

Tired of cruising to the Canaries, the Med or even the Caribbean? Roger Mapstone discovered a whole new experience with Fred. Olsen

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