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Lily Greenall

Lily grew up in the Outer Hebrides in Scotland, which inspired her love of outdoor adventure and travel to remote locations. She now lives full time in Orkney after studying literature in Aberdeen. When she’s not out hiking or exploring Scotland’s rugged coast, she loves to get creative. Music and writing are particular passions.   Follow Lily on Facebook for more travel inspiration.
Two people enjoying a stroll along the sandy beach on the coast of Northwest England beneath a deep blue summer sky.
The 10 best beaches near Manchester for a seaside trip
Manchester is one of the best destinations in the UK for classic seaside resorts.
A full shot of two unrecognisable friends mid-air jumping into a loch at the same time on the side of Loch Torridon near the village of Diabaig in the west highlands of Scotland. They are wearing swimming gear.
The best beaches near Glasgow for a Scottish seaside adventure
Like much of Scotland, even when you’re in the bustling heart of Glasgow, you’re never far from the beach.
Silhouette of a surfer carrying a surfboard while walking away from a beach.
The best beaches near Cardiff for coastal trips (all within an hour away)
With almost 1,700 miles of coastline, Wales is a brilliant place to visit if you love trips to the...
The 10 best beaches near Bristol for an amazing day on the coast
Bristol has a wealth of family-friendly beaches that are quick and easy to reach by car or public transport.
A lone surfer walks on a beach while holding his surfboard, with views of a distant white cliffs and a big ocean on the horizon.
The best beaches near London for an unforgettable day out
Beaches near London that are perfect for a relaxing day trip to the coast or a fun family day...
Portrait of woman enjoying vacation on Como Lake in Italy
Lake Como or Lake Garda? Here’s how to decide
Both Lake Como and Lake Garda are magnificent natural wonders with tons of amazing things to discover on their...
Happy couple embracing on the shore of a sparkling beach.
Discover Greece: A guide to Thessaloniki beaches
Despite its bustling urban atmosphere, Thessaloniki is just a short drive from beautiful beaches, like Perea and Agia Triada...
Aerial view of a beach on a sunny day
The best beaches near Edinburgh for a day out at the seaside
6 of the best beaches to check out if you're visting Edinburgh.
Castle Beach in Tenby, Wales
The 10 best seaside towns in the UK for a classic beach holiday
It's time to book your next beach staycation.