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Floral Guernsey Summer Festival this July

Floral Guernsey Summer Festival this July

Garden and floral lovers looking for an intimate festival this year can head to Guernsey from 6-14th July for the annual Floral Guernsey Summer Festival.

Foraging meets fine dining for one-off festival event

Foraging meets fine dining for one-off festival event

This month marks the second ever Jersey Food Festival (18 - 26 May). Spanning less than 50 square miles, Jersey is a widely underestimated food destination with more Michelin-starred restaurants per capita than London.

Leap into spring with a Guernsey activity break

Leap into spring with a Guernsey activity break

Get the adrenaline pumping with an energising active break in Guernsey this spring. Often associated with a more genteel pace of life and an older clientele the island is promoting its incredible rugged, dramatic coastline and interior as the basis for a weekend break with a difference - and all within a 45 minute flight from the mainland.

BBC Two's Coast series uncovers Guernsey's incredible history of invasion

BBC Two's Coast series uncovers Guernsey's incredible history of invasion

Guernsey’s fascinating history of invasions will showcase on Coast’s new series; ‘Invaders of the Isles’ on 3 April at 8pm on BBC Two.

Spring over to Sark from Guernsey

Spring over to Sark from Guernsey

A walk along Guernsey’s spectacular coastline offers stunning views across the English Channel and intriguing glimpses of the neighbouring islands of Sark and Herm rising up out of the sea.

Spring blooms at Guernsey’s Floral Festival

Spring blooms at Guernsey’s Floral Festival

Celebrate the sights and scents of spring at Guernsey’s floral festival from Saturday 20 April to Sunday 28 April 2013.

Puffins patrols by kayak on Herm

Puffins patrols by kayak on Herm

Nature lovers who want to see puffins in the most unobtrusive manner can join kayaking puffin patrols on the tiny English Channel island of Herm, from April until July.

Escape to Jersey for an indulgent break over Valentine's

Escape to Jersey for an indulgent break over Valentine's

Old stones, modern comforts and 14th century splendour make Jersey’s Longueville Manor a dream getaway: perfectly inviting for a romantic indulgence over Valentine’s, or a treat any time you fancy.

Guernsey the star of new ITV1 Series Island Hospital

There's still time to book an Autumn break in Guernsey - whose leafy lanes, dramatic cliffs and sweeping bays are the scenic backdrop for ITV1's new series Island Hospital, which began transmission last week.

Guernsey events put food in the spotlight

Guernsey events put food in the spotlight

Guernsey’s gastronomic offering is in the spotlight with the first-ever Taste Guernsey Food Festival set to take place from 31 August to 2 September and the ever-popular Tennerfest from 1 October to 11 November.

Take a trip through the ages in Guernsey

From Neolithic remains to Second World War sites, the Channel Island of Guernsey is a treasure trove for visitors who love heritage.

Short breaks in Jersey and Guernsey

Leading short-haul tour operator, Channel Islands Direct is offering special discounts on travel by sea for three night stays in Jersey and Guernsey during May. Book now to take advantage of the discounts, the three packages start from just £159 per person.

Explore the scenery of Jersey and Guernsey on a May Walking Week

Put a spring in your step this season and take a holiday with a difference - try a walking week in Jersey or Guernsey to explore the stunning scenery through Channel Islands Direct.

Guernsey - A year in wildflowers

Guernsey - A year in wildflowers

From rare orchids and crocuses to exotic lilies and pink Pimpernels, Guernsey’s mild maritime climate and early Spring keep the island decorated in colourful wildflowers for most of the year.

The Jersey Jazz Festival with Modern Hotels

Friday, 30 March sees the start of the annual Jersey Jazz Festival, a three-day event featuring quality, live music from a line up of acclaimed artistes and taking place at the Mayfair Hotel in St Helier.