Italy
Ryanair announces new route from Bologna to Malaga
Ryanair has announced that, from March 2010, it will base one new aircraft (3 in total), open one new route (24 in total) and deliver 1.5m passengers per annum at its Bologna base, which will sustain 1,500 local jobs.
Put those unused holiday days to good use by recharging your batteries before the year end
As this year draws to an end there are hundreds of unused holiday days left for workers to take. If you find yourself with a few days annual leave to use up, why not consider a short break to recharge the batteries and combine some winter sun with duty-free shopping.
Tour operator introduces ‘I’m A Celebrity’ for softies
Ant and Dec have hot competition; leading outdoor specialist Canvas Holidays has launched its very own version of ‘I’m a Celebrity’ available at selected FamilyExtra campsites across Europe for 2010.
Romance in Baroque Sicily
Need seclusion or a double dose of romance for your loved-one? Well, bolt-holes don't come any better than this boutique gem. Situated in the heart of Modica in one of the most spectacular corners of Baroque Sicily, the Hotel Palazzo Failla combines effortless chic and fine dining with the warm hospitality of a family-run venture.
Ryanair announces expansion at Liverpool John Lennon Airport
Ryanair has announced that it will add two new Boeing 737-800 aircraft to its existing fleet of six aircraft at Liverpool John Lennon Airport (JLA) and open three new routes, taking their total number of destinations to 44 in total from March 2010. Ryanair’s investment in Liverpool of eight aircraft is now worth over $560 million.
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.
Magical Christmas getaways in Europe
Christmas is one time of the year when we all allow ourselves to indulge just a bit. So, if kisses under the mistletoe, or wearing a snowflake sweater fail to get you in the Christmas spirit, why not head to some of Europe’s finest festive markets, and spoil yourself with one of these irresistible deals, without breaking the bank.
A hidden gem in the Dolomites
High above the valley of Merano – nestling against the sundrenched southern slopes of the mighty Dolomites and commanding the most spectacular sweeping views over one of Europe’s most enchanting landscapes this is the positioning of the Castel Fragsburg, a fine 17th century Hunting Retreat of noble origins, now the smallest luxury hotel in the region.
A New Year on the slopes for singles
For singles who fancy seeing in the New Year on the slopes, a special deal from specialist operator, Friendship Travel should appeal.
Make a winter discovery in the dolomites
On the edge of the Brenta Dolomites, high above the beautiful Renaissance town of Trento, lies Monte Bondone, an awe inspiring landscape of silver birch forest, rocky peaks and frozen rivers.
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.
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.
The top 10 national parks worldwide
National parks offer breathtaking landscapes in remote places where travellers can view unspoiled nature in protected areas.
An unforgettable musical encounter in Florence
The Stradivariuses of the Nippon Music Foundation, one of the most important collections of stringed instruments in the world, will be made available on Saturday 7 November 2009 to Florence's Teatro del Maggio Musicale for an extraordinary fundraising concert held at Galleria dell'Accademia, in front of Michelangelo's David.