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Jemima Forbes

Jemima is a full-time travel and lifestyle writer and part-time explorer. While she feels most at home on a tropical beach or in the Scottish wilderness, she also can’t resist the pull of tasty street food or a good museum in the world’s best cities. When she’s not globetrotting, you’ll find her reading or working on her debut fiction novel.
Fields of vibrant purple lupins bloom in the foreground, with a quaint town church and the shimmering sea beyond, all surrounded by steep green cliffs towering in the background.
Summer wanderlust: 12 of the best places to visit in August
Whether you enjoy long hot days or fancy an adventure, there's something for everyone in this list.
A beautiful woman in hijab against the Golden Gate Bridge in San Francisco, California.
Summer loving: the 10 best places to visit in July
Enjoy prime summer conditions at one of these destinations.
Two young female friends shop in Positano, Italy, famous for its colourful ceramics. They pose together outside a red wall, with wall mounted plates and vases. The woman affectionately embrace as they smile confidently at the camera.
Where is hot in June: 10 divine destinations for early summer sun
Embrace summer temperatures before the peak summer crowds.
A smiling young man hiking down a mountain with his female friends during a vacation with the sun sets in the background.
Kickstart summer: the 10 best places to visit in June
Make the most of early summer heat and seasonal festivals.
A long-haired blonde woman stands on a balcony with a view of compact buildings ascending the hill.
Where is hot in May for a pre-summer getaway?
Searching for some sun ahead of the summer rush? Here's where hot in May around the globe.
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Bank holiday May-hem: 12 best places to visit in May
A mix of hidden gems, old classics, city breaks and stunning scenery.
A girl on a kayak embarks on an exciting exploration of an ancient Lycian tomb, which juts out of the water amidst a flooded city.
Sunshine on a budget: 10 cheap beach holidays to add to your 2024 bucket list
From resorts to budget seaside towns, discover my favourite cheap beach holidays.
People are swimming on the beach below the cave and basking in the sun through the keyhole.
The 12 best beach holidays in Europe within 3 hours of the UK
From balmy getaways in the Med to French escapes and sandy UK beaches.
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Cheap holiday destinations 2024: 20 destinations for the young & broke
Low cost destinations with cheap food, drinks activities and places to stay.