Europe Travel

New 4D experience opens at Wookey Hole Caves
An exciting new £1.5 million attraction has opened at Wookey Hole Caves taking visitors on a rip-roaring 4D adventure.

Get active in Greece
Specialist activity tour operator Macs Adventure has boosted its Greek collection with the launch of two new cycling tours – one in Rhodes and one in the Peloponnese and a new walking tour in the Pelion Peninsula, bringing the total number of Macs Adventure Greek itineraries to six.
Six summery staycation ideas
Still not booked a summer getaway and in need of some inspiration? Fear not, Pride of Britain Hotels - a consortium of 49 luxury, independently-owned hotels renowned for their exceptional hospitality – has the following options available, perfect for couples, families and friends holidaying together.

Discover the charming gardens of Shakespeare’s England
Visit the charming and unique gardens of Shakespeare’s England and enjoy a host of exciting outdoor events this summer. From recreated Elizabethan Gardens, restored Victorian Gardens, garden tours to outdoor plays, picnics, garden exhibitions, shows, trails and live music, there is plenty to see and do throughout the summer months.

World’s largest white rabbit to be created at Dunham Massey Farm attraction
Acreage the size of six football pitches and over 500,000 maize plants will be used to create what is potentially the biggest white rabbit in the world, in the coming weeks.

Wonderful Germany: Ten destinations worth visiting
Germany must be doing something right: Fourth time winners of the World Cup and an economical and technological powerhouse. As a travel destination, however, Germany is often overlooked and underrated.
Autumn Aurora holidays - no need to wait until winter
Autumn in Finland, Sweden and Iceland can offer some of the most beautiful and photogenic Auroras anywhere in Europe. Temperatures are considerably warmer in autumn, meaning that nocturnal waits for the Aurora are less cold – a bonus for any Northern Lights enthusiast.

Summer savings in Lisbon - Holiday ideas for small budgets
With a line-up of affordable cool happenings in Lisbon this summer, a city break with family or friends to Portugal's captivating capital is achievable on a small budget.

10 essential petrol head experiences in SouthWest Germany
The countdown has started! As the biggest rivalry in motor racing for years revs up, Formula One fans are counting the days to the German Grand Prix at the Hockenheim circuit.
Hotel creates Lakes & Haiku version of Blackpool’s Comedy Carpet
The Lake District’s version of Blackpool’s Comedy Carpet will be created on Tuesday, July 15, when Lindeth Howe Country House Hotel lays on its Haiku at the Howe day, displaying entries to a haiku competition that has attracted international attention.

The Oitavos launches 'Suited to Surf' for the active business traveller
Set within the Sintra Cascais National Park and overlooking Portugal's Atlantic coastline, five star luxury hotel The Oitavos is launching the 'Suited to Surf' package for business guests to enjoy as a group or an individual basis.

Massive maize poppy marks 100th anniversary of the First World War
A Lake District visitor attraction has planted a rather large poppy, measuring 150 metres by 175 metres, to mark the anniversary of the start of the First World War.

Visit Exmoor this summer and enjoy a mix of festivals, fairs and fun
Visitors to Exmoor this summer can look forward to a host of events encompassing all kinds of festivals, fairs and fun together with a mix of entertaining and quirky days out that are totally unique to the area.

The Lot Valley gives you a lot this summer
Easy to reach by plane for a short break or by car for longer holidays, the Lot Valley is full of surprises during the summer months.

Music and art at Valletta’s historic Phoenicia Hotel
As part of the Malta Jazz Festival 2014, Phoenicia Hotel in Valletta will be hosting a Jazz on the Fringe event in July, along with an art installation by renowned Maltese artist and musician Charles ‘City’ Gatt, the festival’s founder.