Ruby Higton - author

Ruby Higton

Ruby is a digital marketer at YHA. She looks after all things social media, as well as content writing for YHA's travel blog and SEO. Her favourite hostel is YHA St Briavels Castle.

Articles written by Ruby Higton

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Four cool camping ideas for Bank Holiday weekend

From breathtaking national parks to family-friendly spots and unique outdoor adventures, these ideas will inspire you to pitch your tent and soak up the fresh air. Discover our cool camping ideas!

Camping pods at YHA Borrowdale

Bell tents, safari tents or pods: which are the best?

Glamping has transformed the UK camping scene. Luxuriously comfortable compared to traditional tents but more affordable than hotels and holiday cottages, glamping allows you to enjoy the very best...

Back of a silver caravan showing an American 'Jackie O' licence plate

The best glamping holidays in the UK

Thank goodness for glamping! No longer does getting out in nature and sleeping under the stars have to mean leaky canvas and soggy socks. Instead staycationing al fresco can be warm, comfortable...

Nottingham Christmas Market at night

Christmas city breaks in the UK

The Christmas holidays equal a full house and a lot of energy to burn. The little ones are excited to be out of school and impatiently awaiting Santa Claus’ visit, so unsurprisingly after all the...