Sightseeing
Hotel de Russie celebrates Caravaggio in 2010
Hotel de Russie, the Rocco Forte Collection’s stylish hotel in the heart of Rome, is offering guests the opportunity to visit the cultural event of 2010 celebrating Italian Baroque artist, Caravaggio in Italy.
Families travel back in time on Jordan adventure
Among new holidays for 2010, adventure travel operator Kumuka Worldwide opens up the sights, sounds and culture of Jordan for families with children as young as five on a ten day ‘Gladiators, Castles & Bedouins’ small group tour.
Culinary delights in Vietnam
Along with exploring new cultures, one of the great joys of travel is the discovery of new cuisine. Those unfamiliar with Vietnamese food are in for a treat, as the national cuisine is flavorful, colorful and extremely healthy.
Drop in on the Scottish Snowdrop Festival
VisitScotland extends a warm invitation to visitors this winter with the launch of the Scottish Snowdrop Festival (1 February to 15 March 2010).
Balloon Adventures flies into Abu Dhabi
One of the world’s most experienced hot-air balloon companies has begun operations in Abu Dhabi, offering expeditions over the heart of the emirate’s pristine desert.
Get on track for 2010 with a Great Rail Journeys holiday
Great Rail Journeys, tour operator for escorted holidays by rail, reports forward bookings for 2010 holidays up 30 per cent compared to this date last year with over 20 new itineraries across its programmes.
Australia Day extravaganza
Sydney is famous for its New Year’s Eve celebrations, however for equally spectacular fireworks displays, music festivals, boat and ferry races, beach BBQs, street parades and a great party atmosphere, then a trip during Australia Day, on 26 January, is an ideal alternative – and much more affordable!
Big Bus arrives in Abu Dhabi
Visitors and residents can now get the chance to see Abu Dhabi as never before with the launch of a new open-top sightseeing bus tour.
Savour the flavour of Costa Deliziosa
Join Costa Deliziosa’s inaugural sailing and enjoy a treasured cruise aboard the newest jewel of Costa Cruises’ fleet.
Have your own Twilight adventure with TrekAmerica
Stephanie Meyer’s Twilight saga has taken the world by storm and now travellers can have their own Twilight Adventure on a brand new tour from TrekAmerica.
Variety, reinvention and history in Germany
Germany has been voted by Lonely Planet as one of its top ten countries to visit in 2010. The country was singled out for its variety, reinvention and also history, and specialist tour operator, Dertour, has a number of special holiday experiences for 2010, whether it is a new walking trail along the Rhine, or a once-in-a-lifetime visit to the Oberammergau Passion Play, which is held every 10 years.
A stable in time for Christmas
While the Festive season was getting into full swing and people were starting to think about their Christmas shopping Best Western were happily signing their latest addition to the group, the Henbury Lodge Hotel - complete with stable bedrooms.
A sparkling winter break in Canada
For a sparkling short break in the run-up to Christmas, head to Niagara Falls for the annual Winter Festival of Lights, courtesy of Canada specialist, Bon Voyage.
Enjoy more Asia for less with Qantas Holidays
Qantas Holidays has launched its second Asia dedicated brochure offering a whole host of new tours, cruising options and great value for money holidays.
Head to the Sahara this half term for the adventure of a lifetime
You can have an adventure of a lifetime this October half term by taking a 4x4 trip across the Sahara desert with Small Families, the UK’s leading operator for single parent holidays, and visit the location of one of the most famous films ever made.