Cultural Trips
Self-catering in Burgundy – Have it your way
Arrive at airport two hours before departure, pay £10 per kilo excess baggage for each item over 20kg, get charged £5 for a thimble-full of wine on the plane, notify of late hotel check-in or face losing the room, check-out of the hotel by 12pm or incur an extra charge, breakfast only served between 7.30am and 9.30am, pay €10 an hour for in-room plug-and-play internet - doesn’t sound much like a break? With Location Burgundy you can have your holiday your way.
Fall in love with Bronte's country on a Gorgeous Weekend
Specialising in short breaks to North Yorkshire, Gorgeous Weekend is a new online travel concierge that offers bespoke luxury holiday experiences tailored to every taste.
A weekend of nostalgia - Jersey style
For a weekend of 1940s nostalgia – with highlights including ‘swing’ dances, live entertainment from renowned 1940s-style singer Lola Lamour, a trip to the Jersey War Tunnels and an informative talk on the occupation of the island – check out the latest themed break from Modern Hotels.
A romantic interlude in Cyprus
Sweep that special person in your life off their feet and experience the romance of the Renaissance in the Venetian port of Kyrenia.
Countryside tours of Hue, Vietnam
Luxury Travel Vietnam is offering a half-day countryside tour of Hue, departing from the centre of Hue and visiting ancient Phuoc Tinh village, 40 kilometres to the north, Phu Cam Conical Hat Village, Tu Dam or Thien Mu Pagodas, Nha Ruong, the sculptures of Diem Phung Thi and the Huynh Ba Dam Art Gallery.
Explore the South Bank with Park Plaza Hotels
Park Plaza Riverbank London and Park Plaza County Hall invite you to explore this dynamic London hotspot. Whether you fancy a flight on the London eye, the theatre or some family fun, these four-star deluxe hotels are within walking distance of the South Bank’s – and the capital’s – best attractions.
10 reasons to visit Bath in 2010
Bath resident and film star Nicolas Cage recently commented that he “loved Bath” and described it as “the most beautiful city in the world”. But the city is not just popular with the Hollywood actor.
Events and festivals light up Taiwan in 2010
Taiwan is famed for its events and festivals throughout the year. Here’s a selection of the island’s top attractions in 2010.
Last minute hotel offers for a chic Valentine’s
One of the leading collections of independent hotels, WorldHotels, is offering romantic accommodation for couples with up to 25% off its best available rate at over 75 four- and five-star hotels worldwide for Valentine’s Day.
Sydney on the cheap
Sydney’s laid-back outdoor lifestyle and physical allure make it one of the world’s easiest and most pleasant cities to visit.
Half-term fun, Harry Potter-style
A short break for Harry Potter fans young and old is on the menu at the Museum of Science in Boston this February half-term from US operator, Bon Voyage.
Overland adventure takes in Brazil and Venezuela
Adventure travel specialist Kumuka Worldwide has devised a unique, one-off overland adventure offering those with time on their hands – 49 days of it – the chance to explore Brazil and Venezuela.
Explore Portugal with Vacansoleil
A Portuguese campsite situated just 11 miles south of Lisbon – perfect for those wanting to explore this amazing city with its seven hills, rack railways, unique old tramlines and zoo – has been introduced into specialist operator, Vacansoleil’s programme for 2010.
BA celebrates New York in London
British Airways online community site, Metrotwin.com is supporting the upcoming Nat Finkelstein photographic exhibition at the Idea Generation Gallery in East London, which runs from January 20 to February 14 and offers free admission.
easyJet announces new holiday packages
easyJet has announced the expansion of its package holiday destinations which allows travellers to simultaneously match up flights to more than 15,000 hotels across Europe, with savings of up to 50%, by combining flights and hotels.