North & Central America
Let the experts help you reach the top!
To be the very best, you have to learn from the very best. That’s why International Academy (IA), with more than 12 years of experience, offers only the highest quality instructor programmes in partnership with resident ski and snowboard schools in selected world-class resorts.
Cobblers Cove insider's tours of heritage sites of Barbados
In recognition of Barbados's newly awarded UNESCO heritage status, classic Bajan hotel, Cobblers Cove, has launched a series of tailor-made heritage tours, to take visitors beyond the beach.
Philadelphia - A cultural hotspot for creativity, art and culture
Philadelphia offers diversity of experiences for its international visitors to enjoy. The metropolitan and dynamic city is truly coming into its own with its world class art collections, iconic public art displays, fascinating museums and internationally acclaimed artists, concert performances and cultural events.
See Celine Dion in concert in Las Vegas
US specialist, Bon Voyage, reckons its short break packages to Las Vegas – which include a ticket to see superstar Celine Dion live in concert – are the ideal Christmas present for the man, or woman, who has everything.
Let it snow - Californian ski resorts open early
Thanks to California's early snowfall resorts including Mammoth Mountain and Heavenly, Northstar California, Squaw Valley and Kirkwood in Lake Tahoe are all now open for the season.
Stag company release ‘The Prince Harry Package’
Since Prince Harry’s blow-out in Las Vegas made the headlines, popularity of America’s party capital has rocketed among holidaymakers looking to create their own hedonistic break.
St John’s in Newfoundland & Labrador
St. John's, the capital of the Canadian province of Newfoundland and Labrador, is the perfect combination of big-city luxury and small-town charm. As the oldest and most easterly city in North America, this is where heritage lives.
Trident Hotel & Trident Castle launch in vibrant Port Antonio, Jamaica
Set in the verdant tropical surrounds of Port Antonio overlooking the ocean, Trident Castle and Trident Hotel from music industry veterans Jon Baker and Steve Beaver are to be two new luxury escapes under The Geejam Collection and are set to revitalise this vibrant community, returning the town to its glorious heyday when Errol Flynn washed his boat ashore there in the 50s.
California's cult cuisine and liberal libations
California has something for every foodie, from local organic, home-grown produce to coastal cafes serving up the freshest fish and the finest Michelin-starred restaurants.
Florida winter sun
Florida’s wonderful weather (20-22 degrees of warmth by day, 10-11 hours of daylight and zero humidity) makes it a great winter sun choice for couples and families alike, for beachside relaxation, Miami city breaks, active holidays or theme park thrills.
Exclusive ice-skating package with The Hotel @ Times Square
Wrapping up in winter woollies and skating off across a glittering open-air ice-rink in the hand of a loved one is arguably the most quintessential Christmas experience in New York.
Guatemala launches the Bak'tun route
Guatemala, Heart of the Maya World, is the country where the Maya civilisation reached its maximum splendour, and the ideal place to understand the Maya Cosmology and their concept of time.
Twilight Trip: Washington State
As the final Twilight movie opens worldwide on 16 November, fans of Bella and Edward can haunt their footsteps in Washington State, courtesy of holiday company Tour America Direct.
Mount Norquay, Banff opens - The first resort in Canada this season
Mount Norquay in Banff has opened due to early snow falls already in Banff and Lake Louise. Mt. Norquay will be the first ski resort to open in Canada this season with a combination of 30 cm of natural and manmade snow providing the best opening skiing conditions ever.
Pole position for Ski Safari in North America
Offering first class knowledge, advice and service, Ski Safari has cherry-picked the Big Five of the ski news stories for North America and offered top tips and advice on how to tailor-make your trip this coming season.