Honest travel reviews and all the lowdown on accommodation, theme parks, attractions, places to eat, destinations for when you’re travelling alone or with family.
Meet the Team
Hi, I’m Richard Webber, professional journalist, husband and father. Along with my wife, Paula, and children, Hollie and Peter, we travel to places around the world and review them here on Travel Lowdown.
I’ve been a journalist for around 20 years, writing for – among others – the Daily/Sunday Express, Sunday Telegraph, Daily Mirror, Daily Mail, Woman’s Weekly, Woman’s Own, Woman and a host of other national publications. I’ve also written several books, including the popular Best Walks on Exmoor.
One aspect of journalism I particularly enjoy is travel writing. But it’s not just me who enjoys travelling and exploring new places, the whole family does, and many of our adventures are documented on this site.
Travellowdown has something for everyone. But being parents of two children, many of the reviews are family-orientated. We want to show that travelling with kids, whether they’re infants or teenagers, can be a fun-filled experience.
Latest Articles & Reviews
One of the guarantees about visiting Madeira is that you’ll never be short of things to see and do. In fact, chances are a return will probably be on the cards to experience some of [...]
There are some great walking books around at the moment and one of my favourites is Great Scottish Walks by Helen & Paul Webster. As mentioned on the front cover, this guide spotlights the country’s [...]
Over the years, working as a travel journalist and editor has meant I’ve been lucky enough to experience some fine hotels. Just two, however, have stolen my heart: one is situated on the island of [...]
Here at Travellowdown, we’ve recently returned from one of our best family holidays. Our destination was sunny Madeira, a beautiful island I’ve got to know so well over the years. Its bright colours, abundance of [...]
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Latest Reviews
Walking the Bones of Britain – Christopher Somerville
I’ve always enjoyed reading Christopher Somerville’s numerous travel articles, usually about walking, in various national papers. Now, of course, he’s The Times’ walking correspondent. So when I heard about his latest book, I was keen [...]
PRAGUE – Favourite Things to See & Do
Cobblestones, bridges, palaces, parks and countless attractions, Prague will delight those seeking a city break immersed in old-fashioned charm. With its uniquely preserved historical centre - a UNESCO World Heritage Site since 1992 - this [...]
THIS – 100% Plant-Based Food
Whether we’re at home or self-catering somewhere in the UK, we at Travellowdown are always keen to try different forms of plant-based food. So when the chance to sample some products from THIS came along, [...]
L.A Brewery’s Non-Alcoholic Drink Range
Any time of year is perfect for enjoying L.A Brewery’s many drinks but sipping the company’s Sparkling English Blush in the garden on a gentle summer’s evening is pure heaven. I should know, I’ve tried [...]
“Moderate Becoming Good Later” – Toby & Katie Carr
Moderate Becoming Good Later - Sea Kayaking the Shipping Forecast by Toby & Katie Carr is an exhilarating and deeply moving story of one man’s attempt to sea kayak the areas of the Shipping Forecast, which has [...]
Latest News
Interview with Inn Collection’s Sean Donkin
A leading hospitality and pub company in the north of England, The Inn Collection boasts an expanding portfolio which, to date, comprises seven pubs/inns stretching from Flass Vale in Durham to Berwick-upon-Tweed, just two miles [...]
Safestay London Kensington – Holland Park
Safestay, a brand of luxury hostels offering affordable, comfortable and stylish accommodation in landmark buildings and superb city centre locations, states on its website that it’s taken budget accommodation to new heights. Well, we can [...]
Relax in Cardiff Airport’s Executive Lounge
If you’re flying out of Cardiff Airport, book your family into the Executive Lounge because it’s perfect for starting your adventure amid relaxed surroundings while admiring the views across the Vale of Glamorgan. We were [...]
