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Celebrate on the beach this year

Celebrate on the beach this year

If you're looking for the perfect festive escape, let the breathtaking shores of Cornwall's north coast coupled with one of Beach Retreats contemporary self-catering properties be the backdrop to your celebrations.

Free Inca Trail permits for world expeditions trekkers in Peru

Free Inca Trail permits for world expeditions trekkers in Peru

With the 100-year anniversary of the Machu Picchu discovery all eyes are on Peru this year: it was on 24 July 1911 when Hiram Bingham stumbled upon jungle-and-vine-coated ruins during an expedition to find an ancient Inca Empire in the Andes mountains.

Out of season - Tenby? or not Tenby?

Out of season - Tenby? or not Tenby?

The traditional holiday season may be drawing to a close, but that’s no reason to discount Tenby for your next break. On the contrary, many prefer to visit this picturesque Pembrokeshire seaside resort when the crowds have retreated and the cobbled streets are quieter.

2012 - A big year for astronomy, science and nature holidays

2012 - A big year for astronomy, science and nature holidays

2012 offers a unique selection of celestial attractions for travellers with an interest in science, astronomy and all things natural. Specialist tour operator Astro Trails has launched a wide ranging programme of holidays featuring some of nature's most extraordinary displays.

Follow the Cameron path to Cornwall

Character cottages in Cornwall – where the PM’s family are currently enjoying a break – have seven-night savings until the end of September with Toad Hall Cottages.

Hiking through Chianti country

Hiking through Chianti country

Walks Worldwide has a brand new self-guided trip entitled Tuscany Classico (graded easy/moderate) which starts in Florence and ends in Siena.

Bag a break with your own private hotel garden

Fine Individual Hotels’ offers a collection of almost 60 privately owned and operated luxury hotels across the UK. Many are set in areas of outstanding natural beauty from Devon to the Lake District and from Lancashire to Suffolk with acres of grounds and surrounded by beautifully tended gardens.

Australia's newest great train journey - The Southern Spirit

Australia's newest great train journey - The Southern Spirit

The introduction by Great Southern Rail of The Southern Spirit, their new and exclusive Australian rail journey which over six days spans four states and 2,810 km, gives train lovers an exciting new adventure to experience.

30% off summer breaks at Northop Hall in North Wales

Northop Hall Country House Hotel in Flintshire is giving guests a 30% discount on their summer visits, along with a spot of afternoon tea, a delicous evening meal, bed and breakfast all for just £109 for two people, per night, which is a saving of £47.80.

Natural Retreats adds 20 new residences to Cornwall site

Natural Retreats adds 20 new residences to Cornwall site

When it comes to holidaying in the UK, you can't fail to be seduced by the captivating Cornish lifestyle, so guests are sure to be delighted by the fantastic new residences at the Natural Retreats on the edge of the Roseland Peninsula, making it bigger, better and even more family-friendly.

Castle Inn Cumbria offers county's largest rooms

Castle Inn Cumbria offers county's largest rooms

With its cosy inns and cottages and dainty properties, Cumbria is not a county normally know for offering spacious hotel accommodation, however, the Castle Inn Cumbria is hoping to change that perception as it targets those looking for large and comfortable rooms.

Luxury Lake District inn offers new accommodation

Luxury Lake District inn offers new accommodation

Five new luxury rooms have been unveiled at The Plough, Lupton – the exciting new development from Punch Bowl Inns, the company behind the award winning Punch Bowl Inn at Crosthwaite, near Kendal in the heart of the Lake District.

Autumnal escape to the New Forest

Autumnal escape to the New Forest

The Stanwell hotel is an oasis of calm, located on bustling Lymington High Street, one of the UK’s prettiest market towns, which is lined with Georgian buildings and has been home to a huge market every Saturday for over 800 years.

Discover the delights on Dublin's doorstep

Discover the delights on Dublin's doorstep

If you’re thinking of visiting Ireland this summer, go beyond the typical tourist trail and discover the delights on Dublin’s doorstep.

Exclusive luxury tours of South Australia

Exclusive luxury tours of South Australia

Discover South Australia in style during a one-off luxury tour experience.