Heritage
See into the life of things at Dove Cottage’s Nature Weekend
The glories of nature will be celebrated at a very special ‘Seeing Into the Life of Things’ Nature Weekend at Dove Cottage in Grasmere, The Lake District, on September 20 and 21, as families and other visitors are invited to get involved with a wide range of activities inspired by the current exhibition Wordsworth and Basho: Walking Poets.
Dove Cottage to recreate rustic fair of yesteryear
Dove Cottage & The Wordsworth Museum will be recreating a Grasmere event of yesteryear on September 6 when it stages its September Fair.
Lisbon, more accessible than ever for those in the north of England
Getting to know the Portuguese capital has never been easier for those living in the north of England, with Ryanair adding two more weekly flights from Manchester to Lisbon this summer, upping their number of flights to the capital to four per week.
Get under the skin of South Africa with a visit to KwaZulu Natal
KwaZulu Natal may be South Africa's third smallest province but this doesn't stop it packing a punch as far as experiences are concerned with two World Heritage sites, fabulous beaches, the Big Five, historic battlefields and a colourful Zulu culture.
Namhansanseong Fortress, Korea's latest UNESCO World Heritage
The UNESCO World Heritage Committee inscribed Korea's Namhansanseong, or literally meaning “South Han Mountain Fortress,” as a World Heritage site in June 2014.
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.
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.
Opening date announced for Richard III Visitor Centre in Leicester
Tickets have gone on sale for the much anticipated King Richard lll Visitor Centre: Dynasty, Death and Discovery in Leicester which will open its doors to the public on 26th July.
Enjoy an action-packed summer in Shakespeare’s England
Enjoy an action-packed summer from the 19 July – 31 August in Shakespeare’s England with a host of special activities and events for all the family.
Lisbon prepares to party in June with ‘Festas de Lisboa’
As football fever subsides and the summer nights draw out, Lisbon prepares to party with a line up of not-to-be-missed cultural events in June that will attract thousands of visitors and locals to the historic quarters of the city.
Denmark's Randers - a Star location for a short break
Perfectly combining the best of nature with a mix of historic and 'star' attractions, Denmark's sixth largest city Randers is predicted to become the hot new short-break destination for British travellers this year thanks to its easy access from the UK with a simple 45-minute transfer from Aarhus Airport in East Jutland.
Be king of the road in Atlantic Canada this summer
Just under six hours flying time from London, Atlantic Canada with its miles of coastline and open roads is the ideal touring destination for those UK travellers looking to get out on the highway and look for adventure.
Boutique Hotel Le Nuvole opens in Genoa
The historic port city of Genoa on the Italian Riviera has opened the doors of a brand new boutique hotel. Hotel Le Nuvole, located in Genoa's UNESCO World Heritage Old Town, is built inside the walls of 16th century Lamba Doria Palace and offers a luxury stay in a historic setting.
Alta Badia prepares to commemorate the centenary of WWI battles
Alta Badia is preparing to commemorate the soldiers that fought during the First World War on and around the mountains of the region. Events through the summer will recognise perils involved with battles in the Dolomites and the ‘Peaks of Gastronomy’ will honour the soldiers’ diet with a gourmet twist.
Explore Tasmania under pedal power
Few islands in the world can match Tasmania when it comes to travelling on two wheels. A recent surge in popularity for holidaying by bike has encouraged the state's only dedicated cycling operator to launch a new range of guided and self-guided tours from just £450 per person, which are now available to book from the UK through speciaist Tasmanian Odyssey.