Latest and most popular itineraries
Looking for ideas on where to go next? Our itineraries offer ready-made routes for exploring some of our favourite destinations, from coastlines and countryside to cities and villages. Each one is designed to help you make the most of your time, with considered suggestions on where to stay, eat and explore.
Browse our latest picks below for straightforward, well paced trips that take the guesswork out of planning.
Latest and most popular itineraries
Savouring Siena – The Pasta Grannies’ food tour of the soulful city
Vicky Bennison
5 min read
3 days in South Devon with a gallerist: Art, coast, and great food
Emily Hadley
5 min read
4 days of glorious walks in Devon: Wild paths and welcoming pubs
Jen & Sim Benson
5 min read
6 days in the Aeolian islands: Boats, beaches and volcanoes
Giuliana Di Venti
5 min read
3 days in the Lake District: An accessible guide
Carrie-Ann Lightley
5 min read
2 days in Somerset: Cider, countryside and couture
Sophie Brendel
5 min read
Spotlight on Pubs with Rooms
Pubs with rooms are a chance to experience local life, flavours, and hospitality in one. Whether it’s a cosy inn on a hiking route or a lively gastropub in a market town, the right pub offers comfort, character, and the perfect pause in your journey.
We’ve gathered some of our top picks and stories from our travel writers and pub experts, highlighting spots where good food, welcoming rooms, and a true sense of place come together for a stay you won’t forget.
A few of our favourite articles about pubs with rooms
Pubs in epic landscapes
Beth Tingle
5 min read
Riverside rambles and seaside pints with a view: the UK’s best waterside pubs
Beth Tingle
5 min read
Inspector favourites: 2025’s most beautiful pubs with rooms
David Hancock
5 min read
Peaks and Pints: some of the best pub walks in the Peak District National Park
Beth Tingle
5 min read
Pub-to-pub along the south coast (4 pubs, 4 days)
Christopher Wilson-Elmes
Sawday's Expert
5 min read
Spending my life in the pub – meet our dedicated pubs inspector
Christopher Wilson-Elmes
Sawday's Expert
5 min read
Spotlight on Holiday Cottage's
A holiday cottage can be so much more than a place to sleep. It’s a doorway into the life and landscape of a region. From stone cottages in sleepy villages to converted barns on rolling hills, these homes tell stories through their design, details, and the people who care for them.
Here, we share some of our favourite cottages and the experiences they offer. Places where you can slow down, explore at your own pace, and feel the unique character of the communities around you.
A few of our favourite articles about holiday cottages
The interior trends shaping holiday cottages in 2026
Beth Tingle
5 min read
Sauna rituals by the sea, lake & forest: Holiday cottages for nature-led wellness
Beth Tingle
5 min read
The best holiday cottages for garden lovers
Beth Tingle
5 min read
Knowing special when we see it: An inspection at Willows Rest in Devon
Nicola Crosse
Sawday's Expert
5 min read
Five best holiday cottages for sea views
Claire Maguire
Sawday's Expert
5 min read
Inspector favourites: 2025’s most beautiful holiday cottages
Beth Tingle
5 min read
More inspiration
How to roast like The Blind Bull
Richard Rogerson
5 min read
Shop, eat and live local in Appledore, Devon: An owner’s guide
Amanda Roberston
5 min read
How to use our new accessibility filters
Christopher Wilson-Elmes
Sawday's Expert
5 min read
Holiday cottages for everyone – some of our most accessible places
Christopher Wilson-Elmes
Sawday's Expert
5 min read
A holiday cottage for every season
Beth Tingle
5 min read
Rails to relaxation: Beautiful gîtes you can reach by train from the UK
Beth Tingle
5 min read