Germany
ebookers offers bargain breaks to Christmas Market hotspots
As the nights get darker and the weather colder, why not take a short break to one of the many Christmas markets held in some of Europe’s most beautiful cities. Whilst Germany has traditionally been the most popular destination for ‘Weihnachtsmärkte’, there are many other European cities offering their own take on the Christmas markets – and some great travel deals to match.
Big savings to be made in Southern European cities in November
Average European hotel prices are thirteen percent less in November in comparison to October 2009. Weekend breaks to Venice, Rome and Madrid are particularly favourable this November. These are the findings of the trivago Hotel Price Index (tHPI) which is published monthly by the hotel price comparison site trivago.co.uk.
Two nights for the price of one in Europe's top cities
City break specialist, Cities Direct is highlighting some fantastic ‘two-nights-for-the-price-of-one’ deals on selected European city breaks this winter.
Cologne hotel scoops a trio of top travel awards
The Excelsior Hotel Ernst in Cologne scooped three of the top awards at this year’s Busche Gala awards held at the Old City Hall in Cologne last night. Including Hotel of the Year, Hotel Manager of the Year and Foreign Restaurant of the Year.
The festive express - Christmas breaks by rail
For a continental Christmas full of tradition and scenic treats, Great Rail Journeys is highlighting its range of festive breaks by rail.
The top 10 national parks worldwide
National parks offer breathtaking landscapes in remote places where travellers can view unspoiled nature in protected areas.
All aboard for a festive cruise break
This winter period soak up the atmosphere, get into the festive spirit and sail away on an ultimate New Year experience or explore stunning European cities and Christmas Markets with DFDS Seaways’ range of festive cruise breaks.
Frankfurt – A city of contrasts
Frankfurt am Main, the bustling metropolis in the heart of Europe, is known throughout the world for its exciting and unusual contrasts.
Great Rail Journeys boosts UK programme for 2010
Great Rail Journeys, the tour operator for escorted holidays by rail, has added five new British itineraries for 2010 to bring its choice of UK holidays to ten.
Tickets go on sale for new European high speed line
The long awaited high speed line between Brussels, Amsterdam and Cologne will open on 13 December 2009 and tickets are now on sale through Rail Europe.
Cruising is booming
River cruising is booming this year, according to cruise news and reviews site, CruiseCritic.co.uk. With the pound struggling against the Euro, cost-conscious British holidaymakers have discovered that river cruising holidays offer great solutions for multi-city sightseeing trips in the Euro zone on rivers such as the Rhine and the Danube. Further afield, more adventurous expeditions along rivers such as the Nile or Yangtze are also proving popular.
Affordable hospitality made in Germany
The German National Tourist Office in London has published a new “Holidays and Short Breaks” brochure containing a wide selection of affordable Germany holiday and short break offers for 2009.
Open the gates to Eastern Germany
Get ready for a memorable trip to Germany with the “Welcome to the country without border” map. 20 years after the fall of the Wall, this informative map introduces travellers to sites of change and commemoration in Berlin, Brandenburg, Mecklenburg-Vorpommern, Saxony, Saxony-Anhalt and Thuringia.
Choose to cruise - Europe’s remarkable rivers
Meander through majestic mountains, sail through Europe’s valleys and visit vineyards with leading cruise company Page & Moy. The addition of 11 stunning new itineraries for 2010 take in the spectacular riverscapes of Europe.
Make yourself comfortable with Emirates in Germany
Emirates is already part of the travel and tourism furniture in Germany, but that status took on a new meaning yesterday when the renowned international carrier officially opened its third and largest lounge in the country.