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Inside the UK's Most Northerly Bothy: A Night in Orkney's Restored Shelter

The UK's most northerly bothy on Orkney's Hoy island has been restored after decades of decline. This 19th-century shelter now offers improved accommodation near the iconic Old Man of Hoy sea stack, welcoming climbers and visitors alike.

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BBC The newly restored Burnmouth bothy has been renovated twice. In the 1970s, it was spruced up for a BBC adaptation, and during last winter, it was restored for a second time by a team of builders contracted by the Hoy Trust.

New Lie-Flat Sleeping Pods on Overnight Ferries Receive Positive Feedback

New lie-flat sleeping pods on overnight ferries between Aberdeen, Orkney, and Shetland have been well received, offering improved comfort and safety for passengers on long journeys.

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Alex Armitage A man tries out a fully reclining pod on a ferry, he has dark hair and is covered in a red and black patterned blanket

Tom Cowan Works in Australia to Secure a Better Future for Wales

Tom Cowan from Blaenau Ffestiniog works in Melbourne, Australia, saving to buy a home in Wales and secure a better future for his family.

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Couple Lives Rent-Free Traveling the World Through Pet-Sitting

A young couple has lived rent-free for three years by pet-sitting worldwide, saving money and exploring countries like the US, Japan, and Australia while building bonds with animals.

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Hannah Cleaver Hannah is smiling as she sits on a dark grey sofa with two corgis. She is covered by a light grey blanket.

Top 10 UK Nature Festivals to Enjoy This Late Spring and Summer

Discover 10 top UK nature festivals this late spring and summer, featuring wildlife activities, music, art, and immersive experiences across stunning locations.

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Lots of seated people watching a festival show in the open air under trees

Why Unusual Holiday Stays Like UFO Pods Are Gaining Popularity

Unique holiday stays like the Spodnic UFO pod in Pembrokeshire are growing in popularity as travellers seek experience-led travel and self-contained escapes, reflecting a broader shift in UK tourism preferences.

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Melin Mabes A white UFO-like building sat amongst overgrown plants. On the tarmac in front, writing engraved reading 'Spodnic 2017'. The door opens out front with a metal walkway and two steps leading inside the pod. A grey cloudy day lies behind.

Stranded in New Zealand: Family Delayed by Middle East Conflict and Flight Cancellations

A family's planned four-week holiday in New Zealand has extended to six weeks due to flight cancellations caused by Middle East conflict. They face mounting costs, missed work and school, and uncertainty about when they can return home to Scotland.

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Lori Carnochan A man, a woman and two young girls standing next to a lake with mountains in the background. It is sunny - the adults are wearing sunsglasses.

Sue yn Cyfarfod Teithwyr o Ewrop o'i Fan Bwyd ar yr A55

Mae Sue Morris yn rhedeg fan bwyd ar ochr yr A55 yn Llanddulas, gan gwrdd â theithwyr o bedwar ban Ewrop bob dydd, gan gyfnewid ieithoedd a dysgu am eu bywydau tra'n cynnig paned a bwyd.

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Elan a Deio yn Adrodd ar Eu Bywyd Newydd yn Brisbane, Awstralia

Elan Rayner a'i phartner Deio symudodd i Awstralia ym mis Medi, gan sefydlu bywyd newydd yn Brisbane ar ôl heriau gyda thai a swyddi yn Sydney.

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How Corfu’s Beaches, Culture, and People Transformed My Life

Alex Preston reflects on how cricket, culture, and the people of Corfu inspired a literary festival and his novel, revealing the island's unique beauty and enduring spirit.

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Aerial view of beach and lagoon with green rocky hills and palm tree

Inverness Castle Reopens as Visitor Attraction After £47m Renovation

Inverness Castle has reopened after a £47m renovation, featuring an interactive Highland history experience and new amenities, attracting 450,000 visitors annually.

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Getty Images A view of Inverness Castle looking up to it from Castle Street. The castle is a sandstone building with ramparts and turrets. Long windows, curved at the top line the walls and a Saltire flies from a flag pole in a round turret. Below the castle is a large area of grass with floral displays, including a clock. It is a bright sunny day.

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