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The Irish Sun
21-07-2025
- The Irish Sun
Last-minute UK coastal breaks for this summer from £26pp a night
IT'S not too late for a coastal staycation this summer. a seaside booking and inspiration site, says there is plenty of availability for a last-minute break. 4 The stunning North Yorkshire coastline around Saltburn by the sea Credit: Supplied From Lisa Minot has some suggestions for exploring our stunning shorelines. ENJOY A FEAST IN DORSET ENJOY a food and wine inspired tour of the Dorset coast this summer. The Catch at The Old Fish Market restaurant in Weymouth on the quayside sees diners buy fresh fish downstairs before heading upstairs for a sea-to-plate experience. Read More on STAYCATIONS 4 Enjoy a food and wine inspired tour of the Dorset coast this summer Credit: Getty Must-try dishes include Portland Brown Crab and black sea bream. There is also affordable dining at Rockfish in Brixham, Dartmouth, Budleigh Salterton and Plymouth where on Takeaway Tuesdays you can grab a portion of sustainably caught fish and fresh cut chips for just £5 to enjoy by the sea. Add fire to the mix at the Great Dorset Chilli Festival at the Stock Gaylard Estate near Sturminster Newton on August 2 and 3. Expect artisan chilli products, spicy food, chilli eating competitions, live music, local beers and a chance to try the Dorset Naga super-hot chilli. Most read in Beach holidays The coast is also home to several world-class vineyards including the Langham Wine Estate that offers guided tours, as does Bride Valley Vineyards, just a short drive from At sunset, the Dorset skies will be ablaze with free firework displays during the summer holidays on Thursdays at Poole Quay, on Fridays from GO: Between Weymouth and Durdle Door, Parkdean's Warmwell Holiday Park has an indoor pool and ten-pin bowling. A three-night stay in a two-bed lodge sleeping up to six is from £468 in total. See FUN IN WHITE CLIFFS COUNTRY TAKE to the stunning waters around the Kent coast with a thrilling RIB ride with Dover Sea Safari. Setting sail from 4 Enjoy good vibes and clifftop views at The Coastguard in St Margaret's Bay (UK's closest pub to France) Credit: Alamy See Take to the waters to learn wakeboarding or tackle a giant floating obstacle course at Whitemills Wake and Aqua Park near Sandwich. Spot wildlife including a secret seal colony, hop on a River Runner tour from Sandwich Quay or White Cliffs Country's summer of live events kicks off this weekend with the We Will Meet Again festival at Betteshanger Country Park with tank and jeep rides, Spitfire and Hurricane tours and street food stalls. From July 26 to August 2, Deal Carnival and Regatta will feature a week of events including a teddy bear's picnic, raft race and firework displays. Enjoy good vibes and clifftop views at The Coastguard in St Margaret's Bay (UK's closest pub to France) with live music on Sunday nights during July and August. Or take your seat in the Tudor gardens theatre at GO: Fallow Fields Camping in Eastry near Sandwich has general pitches and furnished bell tents. There are pizza nights and a Gin and Fizz Bar onsite. A three-night stay in a furnished bell tent sleeping up to four is from £462. See BUCKET & SPADE FAMILY TIME IN NORTH YORKS THE resort of Redcar is gateway to eight miles of sweeping, unbroken sands spanning South Gare to Saltburn-by-the-Sea with plenty of classic seaside fun and great value for money. Redcar's expansive, flat, sandy beach is perfect for building sandcastles, paddling, and enjoying a donkey ride. 4 Enjoy the Victorian elegance of Saltburn-by-the-Sea Credit: Getty Climb the vertical pier of the Redcar Beacon for 360-degree views of the coastline. Further along, enjoy the Victorian elegance of For those with a taste for adventure, the waves at Venture inland, and you will discover a paradise for outdoor enthusiasts within the dramatic hills and lush forests of the North York Moors National Park. The Guisborough Forest & Walkway offers a fantastic day out with its numerous walking and cycling trails, adventure play areas and sculpture trails. For a family challenge, hike up the iconic Roseberry Topping, known as the 'Yorkshire Matterhorn,' to be rewarded with panoramic views of the entire region. GO: Anchor Bay Holidays in Filey has 75 coastal holiday rentals with pool and beach access, use of the indoor heated pool, a shop, cafe and restaurant. Three nights for four in a one-bed apartment starts at £332 in total – see
Scottish Sun
21-07-2025
- Scottish Sun
Last-minute UK coastal breaks for this summer from £26pp a night
One town in the North has Victorian elegance in abundance SHORE LOOKS GOOD Last-minute UK coastal breaks for this summer from £26pp a night Click to share on X/Twitter (Opens in new window) Click to share on Facebook (Opens in new window) IT'S not too late for a coastal staycation this summer. a seaside booking and inspiration site, says there is plenty of availability for a last-minute break. Sign up for Scottish Sun newsletter Sign up 4 The stunning North Yorkshire coastline around Saltburn by the sea Credit: Supplied From watersports, walking and wildlife watching, to food festivals, regattas and live music, there are plenty of things to see and do. Lisa Minot has some suggestions for exploring our stunning shorelines. ENJOY A FEAST IN DORSET ENJOY a food and wine inspired tour of the Dorset coast this summer. The Catch at The Old Fish Market restaurant in Weymouth on the quayside sees diners buy fresh fish downstairs before heading upstairs for a sea-to-plate experience. 4 Enjoy a food and wine inspired tour of the Dorset coast this summer Credit: Getty Must-try dishes include Portland Brown Crab and black sea bream. There is also affordable dining at Rockfish in Brixham, Dartmouth, Budleigh Salterton and Plymouth where on Takeaway Tuesdays you can grab a portion of sustainably caught fish and fresh cut chips for just £5 to enjoy by the sea. Add fire to the mix at the Great Dorset Chilli Festival at the Stock Gaylard Estate near Sturminster Newton on August 2 and 3. Expect artisan chilli products, spicy food, chilli eating competitions, live music, local beers and a chance to try the Dorset Naga super-hot chilli. The coast is also home to several world-class vineyards including the Langham Wine Estate that offers guided tours, as does Bride Valley Vineyards, just a short drive from the Jurassic Coast. At sunset, the Dorset skies will be ablaze with free firework displays during the summer holidays on Thursdays at Poole Quay, on Fridays from Bournemouth Pier and Mondays at Weymouth Beach. GO: Between Weymouth and Durdle Door, Parkdean's Warmwell Holiday Park has an indoor pool and ten-pin bowling. A three-night stay in a two-bed lodge sleeping up to six is from £468 in total. See FUN IN WHITE CLIFFS COUNTRY TAKE to the stunning waters around the Kent coast with a thrilling RIB ride with Dover Sea Safari. Setting sail from Dover Marina, the one-and-a-half hour tour takes in the fishing villages of St Margaret's Bay, Kingsdown, Walmer and Deal. 4 Enjoy good vibes and clifftop views at The Coastguard in St Margaret's Bay (UK's closest pub to France) Credit: Alamy See Take to the waters to learn wakeboarding or tackle a giant floating obstacle course at Whitemills Wake and Aqua Park near Sandwich. Spot wildlife including a secret seal colony, hop on a River Runner tour from Sandwich Quay or Ramsgate Harbour to the Pegwell Nature Reserve. White Cliffs Country's summer of live events kicks off this weekend with the We Will Meet Again festival at Betteshanger Country Park with tank and jeep rides, Spitfire and Hurricane tours and street food stalls. From July 26 to August 2, Deal Carnival and Regatta will feature a week of events including a teddy bear's picnic, raft race and firework displays. Enjoy good vibes and clifftop views at The Coastguard in St Margaret's Bay (UK's closest pub to France) with live music on Sunday nights during July and August. Or take your seat in the Tudor gardens theatre at Walmer Castle, with plays including Sense And Sensibility and HMS Pinafore. GO: Fallow Fields Camping in Eastry near Sandwich has general pitches and furnished bell tents. There are pizza nights and a Gin and Fizz Bar onsite. A three-night stay in a furnished bell tent sleeping up to four is from £462. See BUCKET & SPADE FAMILY TIME IN NORTH YORKS THE resort of Redcar is gateway to eight miles of sweeping, unbroken sands spanning South Gare to Saltburn-by-the-Sea with plenty of classic seaside fun and great value for money. Redcar's expansive, flat, sandy beach is perfect for building sandcastles, paddling, and enjoying a donkey ride. 4 Enjoy the Victorian elegance of Saltburn-by-the-Sea Credit: Getty Climb the vertical pier of the Redcar Beacon for 360-degree views of the coastline. Further along, enjoy the Victorian elegance of Saltburn-by-the-Sea with its historic pier, the oldest functioning water-balanced cliff lift in the world, and a miniature railway. For those with a taste for adventure, the waves at Saltburn are also a popular spot for learning to surf. Venture inland, and you will discover a paradise for outdoor enthusiasts within the dramatic hills and lush forests of the North York Moors National Park. The Guisborough Forest & Walkway offers a fantastic day out with its numerous walking and cycling trails, adventure play areas and sculpture trails. For a family challenge, hike up the iconic Roseberry Topping, known as the 'Yorkshire Matterhorn,' to be rewarded with panoramic views of the entire region. GO: Anchor Bay Holidays in Filey has 75 coastal holiday rentals with pool and beach access, use of the indoor heated pool, a shop, cafe and restaurant. Three nights for four in a one-bed apartment starts at £332 in total – see
Time Out Abu Dhabi
07-06-2025
- Time Out Abu Dhabi
These are the best ways to rent a yacht in Abu Dhabi
Nothing says 'I'm loving life' like a boat party. Sure to earn jealous eye rolls from your friends back home, heading out on a swish yacht or houseboat for the day is an Abu Dhabi rite of passage, and it's a thrill that never, ever gets old. Allowing you to fully appreciate the beauty of the emirate's startlingly blue waters, discover untouched remote islands and maybe even spot a dolphin or two (if you're lucky), it doesn't have to cost you a fortune either. Just gather your crew, get a date fixed in the diary and check out our pick of the best places to charter a boat in the capital. Yacht and boat rentals in Abu Dhabi Butinah Charters Named after Bu Tinah Island, Abu Dhabi's private protected nature reserve, this reputable boat rental company offers a whole fleet of mega swish yachts. Including the aptly named 'Princess' yacht with three bedrooms, two baths, a sundeck and a BBQ station, an open-topped houseboat complete with a TV, sound system and room for 70 people, and many more stylish options, the friendly team will ensure you experience Abu Dhabi's beautiful waters in style. Offering departures from Emirates Palace, Yas Island, Marina Mall and various other locations, you don't have to travel far to find them either. Corniche Road, @butinaboats (056 116 4128). The Captain's Club Why hire out one boat when you can have access to nearly 200? Undoubtedly the most exclusive club in Abu Dhabi, The Captain's Club lets you captain your own ship and hit the waves whenever the mood strikes you. Simply complete a two-day training course and you can enjoy taking charge of dozens of different boats and yachts found across the marinas of Saadiyat and Yas Island, Emirates Palace and Al Qana, and in various locations across Dubai and RAK. Involving none of the hassle, faff and maintenance that comes with being a 'real' boat owner, the perks well outweigh the monthly membership fee. From Dhs1,500 per month (plus a Dhs2,500 joining fee). Yas Marina, Yas Island, @thecaptainsclub (800 82278). Lulu Boats Inviting you to escape into the blue and leave the city behind, Lulu Boats offers a huge choice of luxurious vessels. Catering to groups of all sizes – from couples looking for a romantic cruise to parties with up to 170 guests – you'll find mammoth 90-foot boats, traditional-style dhow boats, slick speed boats and everything in between. The routes take you past the magnificent Corniche and Al Lulu Island, while the team are skilled at adapting to every mood, and providing delicious catering, too. Marina Breakwater, Al Kasir, (050 642 9777). Sea Safari Did you know that Abu Dhabi is home to over 200 postcard-perfect sand islands? Giving you permission to live and breathe your own Castaway-island adventure, Sea Safari's island hopping tours are a bucket list experience to remember. Accommodating either eight people for private bookings or 20 people when sharing, you'll be treated to a day filled with power-soft white sands, clear still waters, and the most gorgeous ocean scenes you can ever imagine. Chairs, umbrellas, snacks and refreshments are provided, and you can even add on a BBQ bonfire or fishing excursion as well. From Dhs1,887 for four hours (private island hopping). (052 152 7369). Seven Seas Picture cruising past the iconic Corniche skyline with your favourite people, and jumping into the clear water without a care in the world. Offering the ideal way of celebrating landmark birthdays and big milestones, Seven Seas are experts at hosting epic boat parties. The stunning houseboat and luxury yacht both come with a bedroom, living area and bathroom, and they even throw in water, soft drinks, balloons and a speaker, too. All you need to do is bring your own snacks, beverages and good vibes, and let them take care of the rest. Oh, and did we mention that they can also arrange a huge inflatable slide? @7seas_boats_rental (054 336 3033). Yacht Rental Abu Dhabi Offering one of the biggest and most glamorous yacht collections in the city, Yacht Rental Abu Dhabi lets everyone live like a celebrity for the day. Presenting a choice of party yachts, yacht dinner cruises, fishing trips, jet boats, houseboats, private yacht rentals and more, they've got every occasion covered, whether you're planning an intimate excursion for up to six of your nearest and dearest, or a mega celebration with 50 of your favourite party-loving pals. Home to an experienced event planning team, they'll also take care of the catering, decorations, lighting, sound systems, and even provide a DJ. From Dhs350 per hour (jet boat). Khalifa Bin Zayed the First Street, (056 384 0613). More going on in Abu Dhabi UAE residents can now save big time on flights thanks to a new Skyscanner feature No complaints here You can now get a robotaxi from Zayed International Airport Trips to the airport just got an upgrade Abu Dhabi's best restaurants: Everywhere you should eat at least once Your dinner inspo is sorted 20 incredibly fun ways to explore Abu Dhabi after dark The city is at its most fascinating once the sun goes down
