Hotels
WorldHotels launches ‘recession-buster’ initiatives
Following its very successful “Take 5” initiatives in 2009, WorldHotels, the international group for independent hotels, has launched the next level of its global 'Recession Buster' measures.
‘2 for 1’ breaks on Scotland's West Coast
Great “Winter Warmer” short breaks are on offer throughout January and February at Loch Melfort Hotel, the country house hotel near Oban.
Top beachside beauties
How far into the depths of your memory do you have to go to retrieve that feeling of the sun on your skin, wearing little, and feeling heady from an exhausting day on the beach, topped off with a couple of lip-numbing sun-downers?
Romantic Valentines’ retreats in Madeira
The Quintas da Madeira offer the perfect solution for a romantic February retreat with personalised service and a range of activities including spa treatments for two, horse riding, golf, levada walks and dolphin a whale watching excursions. Additionally, with February temperatures averaging around 18 to 19 Celsius, Madeira is a much warmer alternative to the UK.
January detox at the Hilton Maldives Iru Fushi Resort & Spa
The chance to detox, improve sleeping patterns, banish cellulite or feel the benefits of a natural ‘botox’ treatment are all part and parcel of the Hilton Maldives Iru Fushi Resort & Spa’s newly launched spa menu.
World’s first Armani Hotel to open in the Burj Dubai
Armani Hotel Dubai, the first hotel to open under the collaboration between Giorgio Armani S.p.A. and Emaar Properties PJSC, will be officially launched on March 18, 2010, it has been announced.
Saint Lucia resort brightens up winter with last minute deals
The award-winning Windjammer Landing Villa Beach Resort in Saint Lucia is offering a series of last minute winter deals to guests who want to escape the winter chill.
‘Strictly Dance’ weekends at Macdonald Berystede Hotel
Dancing is more popular than ever but many of us lack the confidence to step onto the dance floor with a partner. The four-star Macdonald Berystede Hotel & Spa, near Ascot, has teamed up with DanceMakers to offer weekend breaks where you can have fun learning some popular dance routines.
Thailand resort offers tailor made adventures
Put a visit to award winning luxurious boutique resort, The Sarojin, Thailand, at the top of your wish list for 2010 and indulge in some very special offers as well as tailor made adventures.
Key West’s Marquesa Hotel named top US hotel
Readers of the American Condé Nast Traveler magazine recently chose Key West’s Marquesa Hotel to win the 2009 Readers Choice Award in the category of “Top Hotels: United States Small Hotels.”
Celebrate Spring Carnival in Cyprus
The Limassol (or Lemesos) Carnival takes place every year at the start of Lent, this year from 4-14 February. Enjoy the warm weather that arrives early in the year to Cyprus and stay at the über-cool award-winning Londa Hotel where chic Italian design meets legendary Cypriot hospitality.
Special offers on city breaks from Doncaster airport
With the introduction of new routes from Doncaster Sheffield airport in April, city break specialist, Cities Direct is featuring selected ‘free night’ offers on European city breaks which are linked with these new flights.
Hidden Croatia - Top holiday picks for 2010
With its non-Euro currency, large number of regional UK flying connections and exceptional value, with greatly improved standards in hotels and resorts, Croatia is tipped to be a top destination for UK travellers in 2010.
Phuket hosts first raw food workshop
Raw food doesn't have to mean carrot and celery sticks. A new kind of raw gourmet food is gaining popularity for its unrivalled health benefits including weight loss and anti-aging. Celebrities including Demi Moore and Donna Karan have also adopted a raw food diet.
Bin the buffet – Caribbean all inclusive goes gourmet
If travellers think staying at an all-inclusive resort in the Dominican Republic means they have to dine buffet-style every single night, they’re wrong. Resorts across the Dominican Republic now offer an array of unusual, specialty and a la carte restaurants to suit all tastes.