Helena Cartwright
Helena is the Travel Editor for Woman & Home, Woman’s Weekly, Woman, Woman’s Own and Chat. As a journalist with 8 years’ experience, she has also worked for titles including Stylist, The Evening Standard and Heat.
She is a keen traveller who loves nothing more than exploring a new country. Of all the places she's visited, her favourite (and most talked about) has been a road trip around California. Starting in San Francisco, she travelled over 1,500 miles in 2 weeks exploring the length and breadth of the sunny state. One of her highlights was spending 2 days in Yosemite National Park walking the many trails. But she also loved lounging by the pool in Palm Springs’ 40 degree heat!
Her dream trip is a safari. A fierce animal lover, she dreams of seeing some of the big five out in the wild. She had a trip to South Africa in the diary for April 2020, but it was sadly cancelled as the pandemic hit the UK. As soon as travel is back on the cards, it will be pencilled back into the diary! Her wish-list also includes India – to explore her husband’s heritage more – as well as exploring more of America’s stunning national parks.
Latest articles by Helena Cartwright
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Christmas in New York: a guide to where to eat, sleep and shop in the Big Apple
Don’t leave Christmas in New York on your bucket list; it’s a trip of a lifetime you won’t regret...
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Best UK weekend getaways to take with the girls
The best UK weekend getaways are packed with fascinating things to do, so it's time to get a date in the diary and start planning your next trip...
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9 fabulous things to do in Palm Springs for a memorable break that will recharge you
Our list of things to do in Palm Springs will show you why this Californian city should jump straight to the top of your travel wish list
By Helena Cartwright Published
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What it's really like to launch a gift hamper business—three entrepreneurs share their stories
Meet three entrepreneurial women whose gorgeous gift hampers would make for the perfect present this Christmas
By Helena Cartwright Published
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Ten fabulous Scotland trips to take in the Highlands and Islands this year
Discover breathtaking scenery and hidden natural gems with these amazing Scotland trips
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Novelist Adele Parks on the unexpected joy of revisiting old photos during the pandemic—"a homage to times I’d taken for granted"
The Covid-19 lockdowns helped author Adele Parks take a trip down memory lane
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10 impressive UK castles to visit for a historical and memorable getaway
From royal getaways to mighty fortresses, these UK castles are waiting to welcome you
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12 Ireland trips for 2021—holiday ideas with history, culture and warmth
These Ireland trips allow you to explore the coast, countryside and heritage cities
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12 beautiful UK islands to inspire your next holiday
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6 of the best autumn walks in the UK
As autumn sets the leaves ablaze with vibrant oranges, golds and crimsons, treat yourself toa countryside walk with jaw-dropping views
By Helena Cartwright Published
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Six of England’s best stately homes to visit now
Discover the wonders of Britain’s finest stately homes and country estates
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Best selling author, Sarah Vaughan’s new novel, Little Disasters, draws on her own challenging experiences as a mother
Sarah Vaughan’s breakthrough novel, Anatomy of a Scandal, was the book on everyone’s lips in 2019
By Helena Cartwright Published
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Six ways to learn and have fun while social distancing
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