Europe Travel
Pays de la Loire - Cycling country
The Pays de la Loire is one of the most popular areas of France for cyclists. The country lanes are quite, the landscape undulates gently, while hotels, B&Bs and restaurants are cycle-friendly.
Post Office is 'on the ball' for Euro 2012
From 22 May football fans planning trips to Euro 2012 in June will be able to buy Ukraine currency in their local Post Office.
La Manga Club builds on tennis legacy with ace new event
British tennis aces Andy Murray, Elena Baltacha, Colin Fleming and Ross Hutchins have all used La Manga Club on their road to stardom and the Spanish resort will be hoping to unearth some new stars of the future at a new tournament taking place this summer.
Wine, dine & walk tours in Spain’s top wine regions
Independent travel specialists, Frontier Holidays organise tailor-made vacations in Spain. Since launching in 2001, the company has thrived and this success can be attributed to the director’s passion and in depth knowledge of all things Spanish, having spent 20 years living in the Iberian Peninsular.
Get off the blocks in the Windermere Relay with a Lakes Aquarium visit
Lake District visitor attraction, Lakes Aquarium, has linked up with five other attractions, to foster an Olympics spirit in the Lakes this year through a special family-focused challenge for summer 2012 that will reward both tortoises and hares competing in a Peter Rabbit Windermere Relay.
Celebrate National Walking Month in the Lake District
The Lindeth Howe Country House Hotel in Bowness near Windermere is celebrating National Walking Month by allowing its guests to step into Spring and rock it out in the Lake District’s glorious outdoor playground thanks to a Lake District Experiences package.
Italian city sightseeing on a budget
Visit some of Italy’s classic and historic cities – including Florence, Sienna, Pisa and Lucca – on a bargain-priced two-centre holiday, courtesy of camping and mobile home operator, Venue Holidays.
Ullswater Steamers to put the ‘B’ into Jubilee!
Award-winning lake cruise company, Ullswater ‘Steamers’, is planning some exquisite JuBilee celebrations this year, with a big emphasis on the B, as it lays on brass, bunting and boats for those drinking bubbly, bringing a basket and celebrating being decidedly British!
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.
Stars turn out on the Champs Elysees for Levi’s store opening
One of the world’s most iconic fashion brands has opened its new European flagship store in the heart of Paris on The Champs Elysees.
Prom Art welcomes BT Olympics 2012 artist
The biggest open air arts and crafts gallery in Cumbria will be welcoming BT Olympic 2012 artist Christine Rooney when its sets out its stalls on Sunday, May 27, giving visitors the chance to find out more about the Olympics through the eyes of an artist who has already had access to some of the venues and preliminary events.
New lodges lead to Devon's secret "peach of a beach"
Lovers of natural beauty are being given the once-in-a-lifetime chance to own a luxury holiday lodge just a short stroll from one of Devon's most picturesque yet least crowded beaches.
Time running out to become a millionaire at Druids Glen
Golfers are running out of time if they want to register for the chance to become a millionaire with Druids Glen resort's fantastic Shot in a Million competition.
Three Valleys, the largest linked ski area in the world
Skiers and Snowboarders are always looking to go bigger and better, especially to find a resort that’s larger than their last conquest.
Swim with dolphins and enjoy whale watching in the Azores
Where in Europe can you swim with wild dolphins or have the chance to see a blue whale migrating through? The beautiful islands of the Portuguese-owned Azores are considered by many marine biologists to be the best place in Europe to see whales.