Family Holidays
Treat yourself to a fairytale break in Ireland this winter
Make all your fairtytale dreams come true this winter with the ultimate luxury weekend break at Ireland’s five-star Dromoland Castle in County Clare, staying two nights with full Irish breakfast and a gourmet dinner from just £140 per person* per night. Set amidst 410 acres of breathtaking countryside, this ancient castle provides the perfect location for a relaxing winter break, with easy access from Shannon airport and plenty of great airfares on offer from a choice of airports across the UK.
Head to Finland for a guaranteed white Christmas
You can be guaranteed a white Christmas this year with Small Families, the UK’s leading operator for single parent holidays. Travel 150 miles inside the Arctic Circle to the Finnish town of Ivalo and have all the snow you want - and of course have the chance to meet Santa Claus!
Norway launches first 365 day ski lift pass
Four ski resorts in Norway have launched the first 365 day lift pass to enable skiers to enjoy the snow all year around. The resorts – Voss, Myrkdalen, Røldal and Folgefonn, are based on the west coast of Norway and are in near proximity. Season pass holders can now use all four resorts on one lift pass.
Holiday hikes hit half term
Parents planning to treat their kids to a last minute family holiday during autumn half term will be hit by massively inflated holiday premiums, according to the latest study from Santander Cards.
Half term fun in Pennine Yorkshire
This October half-term why not head to Pennine Yorkshire? Whether you want a fun-filled family break or simply an exciting day out visiting one of the many child-friendly venues, this beautiful area of West Yorkshire has something for all the family.
Affordable Christmas breaks for all the family in the Red Sea
Families looking for the best value Christmas breaks in the sun would do well to take a look at the amazing child prices offered by Red Sea Holidays.
Eat, drink and be merry in Slovenia
It’s not all gloom and doom on the money front when travelling to eurozone destinations is the message from Slovenia specialist, Holiday Options. Despite the country’s currency being the euro, local costs are considerably cheaper than in the UK and eating out doesn’t cost ‘an arm and a leg’.
UK "summer of love" will return, says Parks Group
With advance bookings for 2010 up by 66 percent on last year's figures, Park Holidays UK has announced a major investment in new accommodation, facilities and jobs at its 25 centres.
The Lovat, Loch Ness makes Good Hotel Guide ‘Top 20’
The Lovat, Loch Ness has bowled over the Good Hotel Guide, featuring as one of the ‘Twenty Best British Hotel Discoveries’ in the latest edition of the reputable Guide.
Christmas cottages by the coast
A variety of festive packages for couples, families or larger groups are featured under ‘Celebration Breaks’ on the Coastal Cottages of Pembrokeshire website.
Turkey set to sizzle with Brit tourists this half-term holiday
Turkey - one of the most popular destinations for Brits in 2008 - was a firm favourite again this summer. The Turkish lira was the third most popular selling currency in Q2 and Q3 behind the Euro and US dollar, according to the M&S Q3 Travel Money Report.
Head to the Sahara this half term for the adventure of a lifetime
You can have an adventure of a lifetime this October half term by taking a 4x4 trip across the Sahara desert with Small Families, the UK’s leading operator for single parent holidays, and visit the location of one of the most famous films ever made.
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.
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.
Halloween at Disneyland Paris - without the scary price tag
Only the bravest of families would go looking for Minnie and Mickey during the Halloween season at Disneyland Paris – as they might find themselves coming face-to-face with Cruella de Vil or Captain Hook instead.