British Travel Journal

IN SEARCH of the Sea

In the summer months there’s nothing quite like being by the sea, and the UK is blessed with some of the most staggeringly beautiful coastline that there is.

With the sun shining and the sea calling, I packed my swimming costume and embarked on PoB Hotels’ Coast-to-Coast break; a tailored escape that covers three beautiful counties and takes in some of the South West’s most picturesque beaches.

Formed in 1982 by a small group of British hoteliers, PoB represent a carefully handpicked collection of over 50 unique hotels dotted across the British Isles. Whether you’re a food fanatic, a culture vulture, a history buff or nature lover, its themed itineraries and curated breaks are designed to showcase the very best of an area, while staying at a selection of PoB’s beautiful properties along the way.

My coastal adventure began in Dorset, home to dramatic cliff-edged bays, charming seaside

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