Enjoy a 2-night break at Norton Park, set in 54 acres of grounds between the North Wessex Downs and the South Downs

Set within a steep vale in the South Downs, the streets of Arundel — a "toytown with nostalgic charm" ( The Daily Telegraph ) — are lined with historic buildings, an imposing French Gothic cathedral, and a Medieval castle . Less than ten minutes' drive away is the White Swan, where Travelzoo members can save up to 35% on a 2-night stay.

Once owned by Queen Victoria and Prince Albert and the home of their youngest daughter Beatrice, the 10-room Albert Cottage is now a "country house hotel with a boutique feel" ( The Daily Telegraph ). A 2-night royal retreat here with daily breakfast, a dinner, ferry crossings to the island, and entry to Osborne House, the Queen's summer home, is £195 per person.

The Isle of Wight is renowned for its beaches, mild climate, and host of outdoor activities, making it a great destination for family breaks. This spring, you can get away to a self-catering cottage by the beach, with 4-night breaks for up to four people for £459, including a return ferry crossing. This offer from Seaview Holidays is exclusive to Travelzoo members, and saves up to 36% on the price of combining it yourself.

North Kent's Medway towns offer visitors a Medieval castle, a cathedral, and a key piece of British naval history, as well as the nearby Kent Downs Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty . This spring, you can explore it all during a stay at Bridgewood Manor Hotel. Two-night mini breaks including dinner, daily breakfast and late checkout are £179 until the end of April.

Enjoy a 2-night seaside break for £119 at the Kingscliff Hotel, right on Holland-on-Sea's promenade and sitting directly opposite its long sandy beach. With Clacton-on-Sea, Colchester Zoo, and Hamford Water National Nature Reserve within easy reach, there will be plenty to do — or you could choose to simply take in the sea air and tuck into fresh seafood.

Shake off the winter cobwebs with a stay at Deddington Arms Hotel —  a cosy village inn dating from the 16th century  — available until August for £79. You'll have plenty to do during your stay — think long walks in the Cotswolds, a visit to the historic Blenheim Palace (discounted entry tickets are available for purchase from the hotel), or a day trip to explore Oxford.

The Oxfordshire village of Dorchester-on-Thames, described as "a little utopia of untouched Englishness" by  The Guardian , is 10 minutes' drive from the Chilterns Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty. An overnight break here at the White Hart Hotel, a 400-year-old former coaching inn , are £79 until August, with options to stay even longer.