City Breaks

London city breaks for summer

Thinking of heading to London to enjoy the capital at its sunny best? The historic yet chic Courthouse Doubletree by Hilton in central London has launched a superb ‘Summer Highlights’ package full of enticing treats for leisure travellers intent on embracing the warm weather while it lasts.

Melbourne in its prime

As Austravel unveils its top five hidden treasures of Melbourne, it’s no wonder Australia’s first woman Prime Minister doesn’t want to leave.

An elementary theatre break at Park Plaza

Combine a stay at Park Plaza Sherlock Holmes with a trip to the new West End play of the sleuth and his sidekick for an elementary theatre break.

Showtime in Vegas

It’s bold, brash and the bright neon lights of the Vegas Strip flash an astonishing array of wares non-stop 24/7.

Life's a beach - even in Paris

If you are undecided whether to take a countryside retreat, a beach-side or city break this summer, then Eurocamp has the perfect solution - Paris Plage - an unusual event in the Parisian summertime that transforms the city’s most vibrant river banks in to sandy beaches from 20 July until 20 August 2010.

Holiday rentals in Buenos Aires

Due to increased demand, holiday-velvet.com, a holiday rental agency with over 6,000 short-term rental properties in their portfolio in locations including Rome, Barcelona, Paris and Venice now adds Buenos Aires to their cache.

Amazing Amsterdam with Emirates Holidays

Emirates Holidays is offering a range of tailor-made packages to Amsterdam, one of Europe’s most eclectic and fascinating cities, following the launch of Emirates airline’s direct flights from Dubai.

'Go See This' in Greater Manchester

Planning your weekend just got easier with the launch of Go See This (goseethis.com), a new comprehensive online guide to what’s going on in Greater Manchester.

Five star rooms with a view in Amsterdam

The five star Hotel Okura Amsterdam has just completed the refurbishment of its superior rooms, providing business and leisure guests with even more comfort and light to enjoy the panoramic views of Amsterdam’s historic canals.

Self-catering city breaks for summer

For those in search of a slightly different experience this summer, a city break provides the perfect alternative to the traditional beach holiday. And with plenty of festivals taking place across Europe, there’s so much more to do this summer than just a bucket and spade.

Anyone for tennis ball truffles?

For those less sporty types who still want to enjoy Wimbledon 2010, Guoman Hotels’ flagship five star The Royal Horseguards in Whitehall has introduced a quintessentially English afternoon tea with a tennis twist - including homemade tennis ball truffles.

Gastro sightseeing in Helsinki

Visitors can now combine sightseeing in Finland’s compact capital, with one of two special gastro tours which transport guests on a journey around the stylish city of Helsinki to learn all about Finnish flavours and local dishes as well visiting the main tourist attractions and gaining an interesting insight into the history and culture of this quirky Nordic capital.