I love weekend escapes. Come on, who doesn’t!? There’s nothing better than leaving the office early, pulling a little suitcase behind you and strutting out with that happy, ‘I’m taking a weekender’, swagger. This swagger is a real thing. Embrace it and get your Weekender Swagger on. It’s a swagger that lets everyone know you … Manchester is my favourite city in the UK. It’s smaller and friendlier than London or Birmingham and has more of an indie, creative vibe. There are also so many things to do in Manchester thanks to the city’s rich industrial heritage, vibrant cultural scene, and world-famous football clubs. Here are my favourite things to do … If you’re not arranging your hike through an activity provider then accommodation providers can normally help. Hotels and guest houses will usually look after your luggage and they’ll be very used to this if there is a mountain nearby! Going on holiday with the kids has the potential to be simply spectacular or an unmitigated nightmare. Expecting the unexpected is rule number-one, but selecting the right place is always the most important thing. When I first had George I imagined I’d take him anywhere and everywhere, regardless of whether it was ‘child-friendly’ or not. …

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Now more than ever I’m feeling eternally grateful that I have the kind of career that allows me to work from anywhere. And for an increasing number of people this work from home lifestyle isn’t just the dream, it’s an absolute necessity. (Admittedly, it was more appealing when it was a choice and not compulsory … Budget airlines in the UK also make things even more complicated because many of them allow a small ‘free’ bag which must fit under the seat in front of you. And then you have to pay an additional fee for your carry-on suitcase. So there are two pieces of carry-on luggage to think about! But finding carry-on luggage that fits within airlines’ often restrictive rules, that’s good quality, and doesn’t cost a fortune, can be an overwhelming task! It’s a combination of lovely soft faux leather and more durable 600D PU material so it’s stylish but you don’t need to worry about bumps and scratches (practical AND stylish!) I feel like virtually everyone has a different need for this top compartment and everyone will use it differently.

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Unfortunately, however, budget airlines no longer offer the option of a free, small suitcase on their flights. Instead, passengers are now charged for anything bigger than underseat cabin luggage. My experience of travelling with just this cheap cabin suitcase was (genuinely) nothing short of revolutionary.

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So to help you out, I’ve compiled the 10 best carry-on luggage options, which all fit in airline cabins, and into which you’ll be able to fit everything you need for a weekend city break. When I originally wrote this article I listed all the hand luggage sizes for most major airlines and it was all fairly simple. Lightweight & Durable - The Anode Small travel suitcase is manufactured from durable and hard-wearing ABS material making the ANODE one of the best suitcases with wheels lightweight availableShould I buy a static caravan? It’s a question we were asking ourselves again and again before taking the plunge! Is it a static caravan? Or is it the cheapest and easiest way to own a luxury holiday home? I’ll go for the latter. But yes, it’s still a caravan. If you follow me on …

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If you’re looking for inspiration and ideas to get your kids playing outdoors more in 2022 then I’ve got you covered with loads of ideas and motivation, even for those cold, wet days! With many of our usual family-friendly activities still running at limited capacity due to Covid restrictions, I’m turning to Mother Nature to … I absolutely love travelling with a bag that’s as big as possible so you get the most for your money when you fly. You don’t need to pay any extra when you fly with this bag so you beat the airline fees and your travel budget goes further! I find this process surprisingly stressful (especially when flying from Manchester Airport where they’re super strict and super mean!) This is the only carry-on luggage option I’ve included that’s slightly over the Ryanair carry-on dimensions (by 2cm). It complies with all of the other airlines I’ve mentioned though, and honestly, in my experience, if you can squish your bag into those measuring cages (which you can with a duffel), they don’t question it. Still. Be warned, it is 2cm over. Mum of three based in North Wales. Loves glamping and spontaneous weekends away (with and without the kids!)Faced with the recent travel chaos witnessed in UK airports, I was keen to travel with hand luggage only on a recent trip to Gdańsk. I never travel with a bag I can’t lift. This is mainly because I don’t want to be that girl who has to pitifully ask a man to carry my bag for me. I’m not going to get all feminist on you but, ladies, if you can’t carry your own bag, it’s too heavy. They’re not kidding when they call this luggage the world’s lightest – most carry-on suitcases come in at around the 2-2.5kg mark, but this one’s just 1.6kg, meaning that if you do have weight restrictions on the airline you’re travelling with, this suitcase by IT Luggage is a great option for you.