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My Lord, see what you’ve been missing

Spring is calling, and some of Europe’s most rewarding destinations are only a short hop away. If you’re craving colour, culture or coast – without a long flight – these three-hour wonders are the perfect place to start. Where to go right now: destinations less than three hours from the UK.

If sunshine is top of your list, why not try an offbeat beach escape that delivers beauty alongside a delicious sense of uncovering somewhere special? Why everyone’s talking about these secret beaches.

And good news for longer-term planners: those ‘one-day’ trips needn’t mean ‘one-day’ budgets. With clever timing and the right destinations, your ultimate getaway could be far more affordable than you think... Where to have a bucket-list summer holiday – for less than you think.

Find your next break

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May getaways that won't break the bank

Looking for a last-minute trip? These May destinations deliver sunshine with softer prices and lighter crowds.

Be inspired

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Oxford vs Cambridge: which is best?

Celebrating their famous rivalry, we size up the charms of both cities to help you choose the perfect spring day trip.

Pick a side

Loungers lining the pool at Passalacqua hotel in Moltrasio, linking to BA High Life website.

Spring flings: hotels at their best right now

Blossoming gardens, sunset terraces, seasonal menus... Spring gives these hotels a glow-up that’s unique to the season.

Check in

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Bucket-list holidays for less than you think

Dreaming big without spending big? Here’s how to turn your once-in-a-lifetime holiday into a surprisingly affordable reality.

See the options

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The offbeat beaches everyone’s whispering about

These coastal spots reward those who seek the sandy path less travelled.

Reveal the coasts

The tree-lined Castel San Pietro in Verona, linking to BA High Life website.

Three hours to paradise? Here’s where

Need a quick escape from the everyday? These stunning destinations pack serious punch without the jet lag.

Ready to go?

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