North & Central America
Spectacular hotels on three continents
In line with its goal to add 100 new affiliate hotels in 2010, WorldHotels, the leading group for independent properties, has welcomed 19 new hotels with 9,000 rooms since January.
Countdown to summer in Bermuda
Bermuda is counting down to summer with the launch of an unbeatable ‘6, 5, 4’ sale on holidays at a range of luxury properties across the island. Just a six and a half hour flight from London, Britain’s oldest colony really is ‘your island in the sun’.
Air Europa launches Miami route
Leading Spanish carrier Air Europa will officially launch its new programme of departures on the 19 March, from London Gatwick to Miami, via Madrid with three flights per week.
Bermuda holidays that won’t break the bank
Travellers booking a Bermuda break with Prestige Holidays can save £939 per couple off of a week's stay at luxurious new Tucker's Point Hotel through its “Island Sun” and free night promotions.
Twilight adventures with TrekAmerica
With the eagerly anticipated release of Twilight’s New Moon on DVD on Monday and the hotly awaited Twilight Saga: Eclipse being released in cinemas in July, this is the last chance for travellers to book their own Twilight adventure with TrekAmerica.
Ten reasons to visit Toronto
Toronto is the perfect destination for urban adventurers this spring. Whether hiking through Toronto’s best scenic trails or lively shopping districts, this year-round city rings in the season with heart-warming festivals, captivating cultural events and fun attractions.
Thomson and First Choice head for UK high street
While experts are indicating that the number of empty shops on Britain’s high streets has risen - the percentage currently stands at 12.4%, up from 10% in the middle of 2009, Thomson and First Choice have recently outlined plans to open approximately 30 new shops over the next two years.
A breathtaking journey from Banff to Jasper
Starting off at the town of Banff in Alberta, the drive featured in our video feature takes in the Canadian Rockies and its associated wildlife. It includes the ‘Icefields Parkway’ drive, which has breathtaking mountain views, huge walls of ice, beautiful lakes, and spectacular waterfalls.
Glitz and glamour at Bermuda International Film Festival
Glitz and glamour are hitting the pink sand beaches of Bermuda from 19-25 March 2010. Showcasing award-winning films from Cannes and other leading festivals around the world, the Bermuda International Film Festival brings together the best in world cinema.
Luxury holidays for less
With the prolonged winter spell and after the economic doom and gloom, statistics show that more Brits than ever are looking to spend money on holidays abroad in 2010 but that holidaymakers are looking for luxury experiences at low cost prices, conscious of spending wisely yet looking for a really special escape.
Nordic skiing in British Columbia
The days are longer and the snow a bit softer but that doesn’t mean winter fun is over in British Columbia. Over the last three seasons, 85% of the provinces’ Nordic ski trails have been open during the month of March.
Wanna-be explorers head for Belize
A group of brave young Brits have left the UK in order to pursue their dream of following in the footsteps of Bear Grylls.
Discover a new way to travel
In February 2010, globetrotting travel writers, Terence Carter and Lara Dunston, embarked on a year-long project in partnership with HomeAway Holiday-Rentals, called Grantourismo. Their aim is to explore more authentic and enriching ways to travel by staying in holiday homes around the world, and thus living like locals.
Luxury Caribbean resort takes service to the next level
Royal Plantation Ocho Rios is taking its outstanding service to the next level with the introduction of butler service for all suites, which launched in February 2010.
London cabbies spread Bermudian sunshine
Ten of the top taxi drivers in London will be feeling the love this year, spreading the warmth of the Bermudian sunshine across the capital.