Lead writer, Bournemouth and the coast
João Mucci lives in Bournemouth and writes about everything he finds there: the beaches, the walks, the places to eat and the small things locals know. A 24-year-old technology enthusiast on the Flexiestays team, he writes most of FlexieNews.
Autumn in Bournemouth: Arts by the Sea, Halloween events, quiet coastal walks, family activities, cosy pubs and where to stay for a short break out of season.
Bournemouth summer activities: the beaches, walking, cycling and paddling, family days, museums, alfresco food, summer events and trips to nearby villages.
History of Bournemouth: from wild heathland and Lewis Tregonwell's house of 1810 to the Victorian resort, the transport boom and the town of today.
Winter in Bournemouth: cliff-top walks on seven miles of beach, indoor attractions, festive lights and markets, seasonal food and tips on where to stay.
Bournemouth countryside: walking and cycling trails, heathland, historic villages and the New Forest, with the best seasons to go and where to base yourself.
Spring in Bournemouth: longer days in the parks and gardens, quieter beaches, family days out, spring events, weather tips and where to stay before summer.
Bournemouth tourism guide: the beaches, things to do, culture and festivals, food and drink, where to stay and how to get around on a South Coast break.
Christchurch from Bournemouth: the priory, the harbour, Friars Cliff beach, wildlife walks, the food festival and practical tips for getting there and staying.
Visit Dorchester from Bournemouth for a day: Shire Hall, Hardy's Cottage, the town's museums, Maumbury Rings, riverside walks, food and shopping.
Boscombe, Bournemouth: the Thursday and Saturday market, the Royal Arcade, Boscombe Pier, the cliff gardens and their goats, and venues such as the O2 Academy.
Poole tourism guide: the natural harbour and its islands, Blue Flag beaches, the quay, Compton Acres, Upton Country Park and tips for families.
Salisbury from Bournemouth as a day trip: the cathedral with Britain's tallest spire and Magna Carta, getting there by car, bus or train, and Stonehenge nearby.
