Book your mum an overnight spa package in Ireland (Image © Pamplemousse/Getty)

Stuck for Mother's Day gift ideas? Why not buy the woman who brought you into the world a holiday – for the two of you.

Mums might not make the most obvious of travelling companions, but why not? You are bound to know each other's foibles, likes and dislikes about as intimately as possible. A grown-up vacation with your mum is unlikely to resemble being dragged along to a caravan or beach hut as a kid – you may be surprised to find you're enjoying yourself.

So, from a short but very sweet overnight spa package, to a spot of ladies' golf and a shopping trip to Paris, begin browsing our list of holidays your mother should love.