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Grand Palladium Kantenah Resort and Spa, in the Riviera Maya, Mexico

'Why Mexico changed my mind on booking a family resort holiday'

Robyn Swan moved out of her home to live rent-free in a container in rural Scotland, growing her own food and harvesting rainwater. She is pictured with her pet sheep and dogs. Photo: Robyn Swan / SWNS

'I sold all my belongings to live rent-free in a container'

All the tech, history and music you could want - all in one app!

Readly review: The best way to read tech and music mags

The Ninja Woodfire brings convenience to grilling

Ninja Woodfire BBQ: why this electric grill is my guilty pleasure

Keeping car batteries fresh and healthy can be a challenge and it's easy to make expensive mistakes

I own four vehicles - here's how I keep my batteries healthy

The EcoFlow Rapid 10 has some amazing features

Review: This might be the best power bank I've ever tested

This M&S trench coat is the secret timeless style and loved by celebrities and fashion influencers

This M&S trench coat is the secret timeless style

The latest Vitara has had a mild facelift, but it's instantly familiar

Suzuki Vitara review: New tech and facelift rejuvenates old favourite

It's time to wash away the winter grime with a pressure washer

Karcher K4 pressure washer hits lowest price since Christmas

Looking much smarter in bright silver, the Ecoflow Delta 3 Plus has been drastically improved with one simple design tweak

Ecoflow Delta 3 review: One small change has made a huge difference

The Doogee S200 has amazing waterproofing and shock-proofing capabilities

This rugged smartphone is an amazing price right now - we've tested it

The Doogee S200 is tough enough to meet military test standards - consumer technology writer Gareth Butterfield gives his verdict

Gareth Butterfield

Review: What happened when I tried Feel Pro Collagen beauty supplement sachets

Review I tried Feel Pro Collagen sachets that reduce wrinkles

The Lubluelu SL68 is just £124.96 on Amazon at the moment

This is one of the cheapest robot vacuums on Amazon - we've tested it

Gareth has been testing an Awol Vision projector and screen in his conservatory

Review: We test the ultimate home cinema projector and screen

The Cuktech 15 Ultra has some seriously impressive statistics behind it

Review: This 20,000mAh, 210w power bank packs a punch and it's on sale

The new CS Free can charge or even start your vehicle from anywhere

CTEK CS Free review: We test a car charger you don't need to plug in

We rank the nominees for Best Picture at the Oscars

The nominees for Best Picture at the Oscars ranked from best to worst

Digital magazines are really easy to read on a tablet or smartphone

How I'm saving cash every month by switching to digital magazines

Ashes at Carleton Cemetery and Crematorium.

I found a 'mass grave' of human ashes dumped unlovingly at crem

The Eufy E20 combines three different tools into one neat package

Eufy E20 review: A robot vacuum and a handheld vacuum all in one

I'm 13 and my friends call me Mary Poppins because of the way I dress

Amazon has huge deals on toys, games, crafts and Lego to help keep the kids entertained this half-term

Amazon has huge deals on toys, games and crafts

Bulleit Bourbon should be on every whiskey-lover's shelf

Bulleit Bourbon drops to £23 – a smooth, spicy steal for whiskey fans

5 anti-aging skincare products under £50 for youthful looking skin that actually work

The best anti-aging skincare products for less than £50

Online safety is a 21st century priority - but do you REALLY need to spend money on a VPN service?

Best VPNs for beginners: for privacy, security and streaming

Run, don't walk! UGG boots are having a major sale and you could save up to £160 off your favourite styles

UGG boots are having a major sale that could save you over £150

Mission impossible

7 adverts that caught our eye during the Super Bowl

The Nebula Capsule Air is small enough to fit in a trouser pocket

Nebula Capsule Air review: A pint size projector that packs a punch

Gareth Butterfield tests the latest launch from Anker's Nebula brand

Gareth Butterfield

A posh pillow and a dream duvet - can these really help me sleep better?

Review: We try out Simba's best bedding to see if we sleep better

Sit back and relax with these Sunday self-care bath and body essentials

Sunday self-care bath and body essentials

Stanley launches new ‘leakproof’ Quencher but does it actually work? I put it to the test

Stanley launches new ‘leakproof’ Quencher but does it actually work?

After nearly 800 miles, does Gareth see the appeal of a Tesla Model Y?

This is the world's best-selling car - we take one on a road trip

I tried the new Pro Artist No7 makeup range from Boots that will help give you a flawless look in seconds

Boots launches new Pro Artist No7 makeup range

The Valentine’s Meal for Two Dine in Deal is incredible value for money

Our consumer writer chooses his ideal £15 Morrisons Valentine's meal

Valentine’s Day gift ideas: Affordable designer perfumes for women that will put a smile on everyone's face

Affordable designer perfumes that are perfect for Valentine’s Day

Boyzone: No Matter What is out on Sky now

Boyzone: No Matter What made me ashamed to be a journalist

How to get sleek hair like Michelle Keegan as shares her styling secrets with her new favourite hair tool (Getty)

Michelle Keegan shows us how she styles her hair

There's no reason for a Prius to look this good, but we're glad it does

Toyota Prius review: The ugly duckling becomes a beautiful swan

It's the best time to buy a new video doorbell - and we think these are the best options on the market

Don't miss these amazing deals on our favourite home security brand

The Apprentice: Baroness Karren Brady, Lord Alan Sugar, Tim Campbell: Picture: Naked, Ray Burmiston

The Apprentice has finally fixed its biggest problem

The two latest charging devices from Anker are hugely powerful

Review: We test the very latest charging tech from Anker

Instantly recognisable as a Jeep, the Avenger is the smallest modern car the marque has ever produced

Review: Is the new electric Jeep Avenger worthy of its historic badge?

The CH-R's styling is divisive, but it looks good in the right colour

Toyota CH-R review: It's bigger and bolder, but is it better?

The Ultenic T10 Lite is designed to slip under furniture more easily

Review: A bargain robot vacuum cleaner that has all the latest tech

The TeQsli Gel Mattress is less than £200 for most sizes

Is this the cheapest gel mattress on sale today? Check out this price

Consumer technology writer and gel foam mattress evangelist Gareth Butterfield has seen an amazing mattress deal online

Gareth Butterfield

Culture and tickets writer Benjamin Jackson shares the 21 bands he's looking forward seeing at Download Festival 2025 - 21 years after he first attended the festival.

21 acts we're already looking forward to see at Download Festival 2025

A pair of adventurous brothers built an igloo on Rivington Pike in Chorley

We built an igloo at a local beauty spot...watch how we did it

Roomba's Combo 10 Max carries over all the tech from the J9+ - but with a much cleverer base station

Review: We test the latest Roomba Combo 10 Max robot vacuum cleaner

The Tribit Stormbox Blast 2 is designed to put people in the party mood

Review: We test a party speaker that turns any room into a disco

The Town Hall Hotel is located in Bethnal Green, East London

Review: I stayed in this stylish hotel once used as council chambers

Tapo's video doorbells are great value for money - but this deal is exceptional

Is this the cheapest way to fit a video doorbell to your home?

Culture and tickets writer Benjamin Jackson makes some bold predictions for the year ahead in music, including why guitar-music still to pull it's socks up.

I’m a music expert - here are my biggest predictions for 2025 Benjamin Jackson

The new LBX is aimed at bringing younger buyers to the brand

Lexus LBX review: Lexus brings premium values to the crossover club

The dual doors of the XL Air Fryer Oven make access really easy

Review: This new dual-zone air fryer could change the way you cook

Some of Amazon's heating tech is better than half price this week

Huge discounts have landed on Amazon's winter warming tech

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