Luxury Travel
York welcomes first five-star hotel
Cedar Court Hotels, Yorkshire’s largest independent hotel group, is investing £20m in a five-star project in York to create the Cedar Court Grand Hotel & Spa.
Virgin Holidays expands cruise offering
The cruise buffs at Virgin Holidays Cruises have been busy putting together a portfolio of cruise holidays to satisfy all wannabe sailors - from the cruise curious to the sea-legged-professional – in the Virgin Holidays Cruises 2010 brochure.
Winter sun at Le Méridien Al Aqah
Winter is the ideal time to enjoy the temperate climate in Fujairah, with Le Méridien Al Aqah Beach Resort’s cut-price winter offer starting from AED 599 per room, including a full buffet breakfast at Views Brasserie.
Last minute hotel offers for a chic Valentine’s
One of the leading collections of independent hotels, WorldHotels, is offering romantic accommodation for couples with up to 25% off its best available rate at over 75 four- and five-star hotels worldwide for Valentine’s Day.
London hotel launches anti ‘Blue Monday’ package
The most depressed day of the year is quickly approaching: based on several factors, including weather, time passed since Christmas and debt levels, 25 January – ‘Blue Monday’ – is officially Britain’s bleakest day of the year.
Prestige Holidays launches Isles of Scilly programme
Independent tour operator, Prestige Holidays, has launched its 2010 Isles of Scilly programme featuring breaks to St Mary’s, St Martin’s, Bryher, St Agnes and Tresco.
A romantic retreat in Slovakia’s High Tatras
Mountain Paradise is offering a three night break (Thursday to Sunday) at the five star Grand Hotel Kempinski overlooking a stunning alpine lake in the mountain resort of Strbske Pleso in Slovakia's High Tatras for just £499 per person, saving £225 per person.
Romance on Aphrodite's Isle
The beautiful island of Cyprus is known to be home to the goddess of love, Aphrodite. Legend has it that the beautiful goddess rose out from the waves at Aphrodite’s Rock and while it may have happened many centuries ago, her amorous spirit still reigns over the island, creating one of the most romantic destinations to celebrate Valentine’s Day.
Blanket Bay strikes gold
Hard on the heels of being named the world’s third greatest accommodation property by Readers’ Choice 2009 Top 100, New Zealand’s leading luxury resort has struck gold.
Limitless romance at Le Méridien Al Aqah
Cupid’s arrow is heading east this Valentine’s Day, on target for Le Méridien Al Aqah’s incredible Valentine’s Day package which includes a number of romantic treats priced at AED 1199 per couple.
Banish winter blues with a bargain break in Bermuda
There are only 13 days left to save $650 on a sunny escape as Bermuda’s largest sale in UK history ends on 26 January 2010.
New ship will offer ultimate in luxury cruising
When she debuts in January 2011, Oceania Cruises’ new Marina will offer elegantly appointed and custom-crafted accommodations that are reminiscent of a luxurious private estate.
Free nights for early bookers at La Manga Club
Holidaymakers booking their 2010 breaks early can take advantage of free nights at La Manga Club thanks to the prestigious resort’s new promotions.
England kick off 2010 football fiesta at La Manga Club
England’s women are among more than 70 top football teams hoping a winter break at La Manga Club will kick-start 2010 for them.
Mandarin Oriental Hyde Park introduces Daniel Boulud cuisine
Mandarin Oriental Hyde Park, London will introduce the award-winning cuisine of Lyon-born chef Daniel Boulud to the UK when Bar Boulud opens in the hotel in Spring 2010. Designed as a French inspired bistro and wine bar, Bar Boulud, London will follow the successful format of Bar Boulud in New York which has achieved significant acclaim.