Europe Travel
‘There’s still time to book a half term break’ say Haven
Whatever the weather Haven’s 35 family holiday parks offer plenty to do so it’s worth making the most of the last school holiday break before Christmas. Facilities include heated indoor leisure pools, indoor sports, play areas and kid’s clubs with arts and crafts, music and dancing, games and competitions.
Four reasons to escape to Puglia this autumn
Autumn in Britain brings darker nights combined with dropping temperatures. In Southern Italy however, the sun continues to shine and 25ºC is a regular occurrence.
From Art Nouveau to Art Deco in Brussels
The month of October will offer visitors to Brussels the unique opportunity to access more than 50 exceptional Art Nouveau interiors of buildings ranging from private houses and mansions to industrial buildings, schools, hotels and shops, some of which are not normally open to the public.
Portugal cements its position as a world-class sporting host
Portugal will host four major sporting events over the course of October, highlighting the country’s international standing as a world-class sporting host.
Stand Up Paddle Championships come to Cornwall
Exponents of the latest form of surfing will be gracing the Cornish waves this weekend (17/18 October) to decide the new British champions. In a brand new event for Watergate Bay, the Extreme Academy will host the final round of the British Stand Up Paddle Association (BSUPA)’s national championships.
Get green and active in Lancashire this half term
Families can enjoy a range of active and environmentally friendly days out in rural Lancashire this October half term. The newly opened, purpose-built mountain bike trails at Gisburn Forest, near Clitheroe are a must for any mountain bike enthusiast, whatever their ability.
Plans for UK’s largest cycling park receive go ahead
Planning approval has been granted for the new A2 Activity Park near Gravesend, featuring an innovative visitor pavilion designed by Canterbury architectural practice, Clague.
Wicked witch is nation’s top leading lady
Elphaba, the green-skinned witch from hit musical Wicked, has been voted the nation’s favourite leading lady in a poll from leading London theatre breaks website Show-and-Stay.co.uk.
Book now for 2010 holidays at 2009 prices
Book your 2010 holiday before 30 November and enjoy savings of £50 on 2009 prices, courtesy of Woolacombe Bay Holiday Parks.
Prestige Holidays adds new special interest tours for 2010
Independent luxury tour operator, Prestige Holidays, has revealed its programme of escorted tours for next year featuring 13 special interest holidays, four of which are new for 2010.
Last-minute European city breaks offer value for money
Those still looking for a great value break this October half-term should check out the special offers – including free night deals – available on selected European city breaks courtesy of city break specialist, Cities Direct.
Ghostly goings on in the heart of Kent
If you enjoy a chill down the spine, are sensitive to unseen spirits, or just love a good old ghost story, you’ll find plenty to intrigue you in the Heart of Kent.
Top ten tips to ski and save this winter
Directski.com, the online ski holiday specialist and the UK's fastest growing ski tour operator, has come up with the top ten ways to ski and save this winter. Book online from £199, get a day free by taking the train, or cut the cost of childcare and bring a granny. These are the hot tips to keep Britain skiing this winter.
Halloween tricks and treats at Chiddingstone Castle
There is plenty of Halloween fun to be had at Chiddingstone Castle on Thursday 29 October when families can enjoy a Lantern Lit Trick or Treat Halloween children’s activity afternoon between 2 and 5pm.
Warsaw welcomes Polish and international cinema
The 25th Warsaw International Film Festival gets underway next month, and this year the 10-day event will be bigger and better than ever.