Scenic Holidays
Sky at Night presenter leads Northern Lights tour
Specialist tour operator Eclipse of the Century has announced two special guests on its upcoming Northern Lights tour of Norway in March 2010.
Affordable Northern Lights tours
The Northern Lights are at their peak activity levels through the end of March in Iceland and to provide UK travellers with an affordable way to see this natural wonder, Icelandair is pleased to offer the Northern Lights City Break.
Ningaloo Reef nominated for World Heritage status
The Ningaloo Coast in Western Australia has been nominated for World Heritage listing due to the area’s outstanding natural beauty, biological richness and international geological significance.
Stylish safari onboard The Blue Train
A trip onboard The Blue Train is the ultimate way in which to experience South Africa’s beautiful landscapes from the comfort and luxury of Africa’s ‘Blue Jewel’, one of the country’s best-known tourism icons.
10 reasons to visit Bath in 2010
Bath resident and film star Nicolas Cage recently commented that he “loved Bath” and described it as “the most beautiful city in the world”. But the city is not just popular with the Hollywood actor.
More competitors to run Routeburn Classic
Up to 350 runners will cross through Fiordland and Mount Aspiring National Parks in this year’s Routeburn Classic, New Zealand’s most anticipated mountain run.
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.
Exploring Sydney’s Blue Mountains
The Blue Mountains are Sydney's greatest recreation area for people who prefer the bush to the sea. Part of the Great Dividing Range the area stretches from the Gippsland region of Victoria in the south, to the tropical rainforests of north Queensland.
Overland adventure takes in Brazil and Venezuela
Adventure travel specialist Kumuka Worldwide has devised a unique, one-off overland adventure offering those with time on their hands – 49 days of it – the chance to explore Brazil and Venezuela.
Explore Portugal with Vacansoleil
A Portuguese campsite situated just 11 miles south of Lisbon – perfect for those wanting to explore this amazing city with its seven hills, rack railways, unique old tramlines and zoo – has been introduced into specialist operator, Vacansoleil’s programme for 2010.
Icelandair launches Northern Lights City Break
The Northern Lights are at their peak activity levels through the end of March in Iceland and to provide UK travellers with an affordable way to see this natural wonder, Icelandair is offering the Northern Lights City Break.
Short spring breaks that won’t cost the earth
Coastal Cottages of Pembrokeshire is highlighting a range of properties where couples can enjoy a four-night break for a total of £99 – just £12.50 per person, per night.
Valentine’s getaways - home and away
Paris for lovers - plus a tour of the city by 2CV, wine tasting in the cellars of the sommelier to Louis XV, a tour of St Germain des Pres taking in four chocolatiers and two patissiers and a romantic dinner at a superb Art Nouveau Restaurant - is the offer this Valentine’s Day from Belle France.
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.
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.