Pearl Howie: 51 books

The Lake District of the UK is one of the most beautiful natural areas in the world and we have Beatrix Potter to thank for it. But being the home of Peter Rabbit, finding affordable accommodation (heck, any accommodation), over the Easter weekend was a challenge, so I'm extremely proud of this guide...

This is kind of a mixed guide as some of these spas and escapes I've been able to visit from home or while staying with family so there may not be a hotel option whereas normally my guides always include a hotel, spa, sight and restaurant (but only when I've found one up to my standards!) This is...

I used to get extremely burned out in my old job and couldn't even handle finding and booking a hotel and flight or finding what to do when I did take time off. So, I thought "wouldn't it be awesome if someone would write a guide that just gave you one perfect escape; the perfect hotel, spa,...

I used to get extremely burned out in my old job and couldn't even handle finding and booking a hotel and flight or finding what to do when I did take time off. So, I thought "wouldn't it be awesome if someone would write a guide that just gave you one perfect escape; the perfect hotel, spa,...

Bath Spa in the UK is one of the best places to visit when you're feeling the need for some healing, however organising your visit to Thermae Bath Spa and finding somewhere to stay can be a bit of challenge, especially if you're feeling low, so this detailed guide will help you plan your spa visit...

Brockenhurst, in the UK's New Forest, is one of my favourite places and it's also home to one of the world's finest thermal spas. When you need to seriously relax it's a great retreat, and this detailed guide will tell you exactly how to make the most of it and what to watch out for on your escape....

I used to get extremely burned out in my old job and couldn't even handle finding and booking a hotel and flight or finding what to do when I did take time off. So, I thought "wouldn't it be awesome if someone would write a guide that just gave you one perfect escape; the perfect hotel, spa,...

Although Naples isn't my favourite town in Florida, it is a great base to visit Big Cypress and the Everglades, and it has the added advantage of being the kind of place you can get a first rate masseuse after hours when you can barely move from driving all day. I used to get extremely burned out...

I used to get extremely burned out in my old job and couldn't even handle finding and booking a hotel and flight or finding what to do when I did take time off. So, when things got a little bit better and I took this trip to Barcelona I thought "wouldn't it be awesome if someone would write a...

A guide to spa treatments and massages, this book includes definitions and descriptions of common massage and spa services as well as the more unusual offerings of international spas in China, Morocco, Tuscany and more. From advice on your first visit to a spa or masseur to "way out" experiences for...

A guide to spa treatments and massages, this book includes definitions and descriptions of common massage and spa services as well as the more unusual offerings of international spas in China, Morocco, Tuscany and more. From advice on your first visit to a spa or masseur to "way out" experiences for...

China is not so much a country as a continent, with so many areas to visit, and as soon as you tell anyone you're heading there or look at classic tours you'll hear where you should go… to see the pandas, visit the Terracotta Army, sleep on The Great Wall. I didn’t do any of these things. Whatever...

With over 250 massages, spa treatments and types of healing tried and tested personally by the author, this is the guide to help you find the right experience for you, whether it's your very first massage or you want to try something a little bit more adventurous. With escapes from Africa, Morocco,...

When we talk about escapes people think of travel or spa breaks, and there are plenty of those here, along with some more unusual ways to feel alive. It’s too easy to get caught up with to-do lists, even on holiday, so lose the list and just say yes to your perfect escape. With down to earth, in-depth...