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The ultimate West End destination

From 3rd April, Covent Garden will become the ultimate West End destination for fresh produce on Saturdays.

Marathon runners head for Krakow

Marathon runners head for Krakow

The ninth Krakow marathon gets underway in six weeks time, as the Polish city welcomes competitors from around the world.

Kuala Lumpur tops list of cheapest holiday destinations

As the pound slumps against the Euro and most other major currencies and consumers counting their pennies more than ever, it's unfortunate that some of our popular holiday destinations are set to be even more expensive this summer.

Meet the ‘Beaster Bunny’ at The London Dungeon

Meet the ‘Beaster Bunny’ at The London Dungeon

Anyone bored of sweet bunnies and fluffy chicks should head to The London Dungeon this Easter for some scary Spring time fun. The Beaster Bunny has burrowed his way into the Dungeon, is on the loose and hopping mad.

Cities and sails with Star Clippers

Cities and sails with Star Clippers

Tall ship specialist Star Clippers has added a new range of exciting `Cities & Sails' stay-and-cruise holidays for early summer 2010, each combining a stay in one of Europe’s most iconic cities with a relaxing cruise on board a magnificent, fully-crewed square-rigged sailing ship.

Head to Paris for a free night at the museum

The annual Nuit des Musées takes place in France – and across Europe – on 15 May 2010 when a large number of museums open their doors to the public free of charge between 7pm and 1am.

Head to Hong Kong for a year of festivals

Travel to the Far East this year and see one of the world’s most colourful destinations! From scrambling a 60-foot-high tower during the Cheung Chau Bun Festival to battling the waters in the Dragon Boat, carnival there’s plenty to look forward to in Hong Kong.

Be a science sleuth in Edinburgh this Easter

Be a science sleuth in Edinburgh this Easter

Children visiting Scotland’s oldest purpose-built visitor attraction will be offered the chance to become super science sleuths this Easter.

The Bentley London launches ‘Private Hotel’ concept

The Bentley London launches ‘Private Hotel’ concept

Already an experienced host to high-level guests, The Bentley London has created a private hotel concept after identifying an increasing demand for bespoke, easily-contained hotel accommodation for groups during global summits, official visits and conferences.

Hazlitt’s hotel opens exclusive London roof terrace

Hazlitt’s hotel opens exclusive London roof terrace

Summer 2010 will see historic London hotel, Hazlitt’s utilise one of its newest additions, the only London hotel suite to feature a private roof terrace with retractable glass roof – making it an unspoiled location for even the most typical English summer day.

New travel experience takes luxury to another level

New travel experience takes luxury to another level

The Courthouse Doubletree by Hilton is taking luxury to another level with the launch of the exclusive ‘Lalique Crystal Experience’, an all-encompassing package of pure indulgence in the world’s first and only Lalique Penthouse.

Ten reasons to visit Toronto

Ten reasons to visit Toronto

Toronto is the perfect destination for urban adventurers this spring. Whether hiking through Toronto’s best scenic trails or lively shopping districts, this year-round city rings in the season with heart-warming festivals, captivating cultural events and fun attractions.

Strand’s stairway to Kilimanjaro for Sport Relief

Strand’s stairway to Kilimanjaro for Sport Relief

On Friday 19th March, ‘Strand’s Stairway to Kilimanjaro’ will see staff at London’s the Strand Palace Hotel tackling their own ‘Mount Kilimanjaro’ as part of Sport Relief, by climbing its central staircase to the equivalent of 19340 feet – the height of the infamous mountain.

Short photography breaks in Slovenia

Short photography breaks in Slovenia

Specialist tour operator, Just Slovenia, has teamed up with a company of award-winning professional photographers to offer short breaks including two-day photographic workshops and excursions.

Celebrating 200 years of Chopin

The opening by Poland’s Culture Minister on Monday 1st March of the high-tech Frederic Chopin Museum in Warsaw began the start of celebrations to mark 200 years since the birth of the country’s best loved composer.