Types of trip

Britain’s new generation of ‘home hermits’
Adventurous outdoor play is in decline, with the British weather, laziness and a lack of adventure to blame, according to new research from Persil small & mighty.

Museum of Jordan opens in capital, Amman
The Museum of Jordan has opened in the country’s capital, Amman, housing over 2,000 artefacts from Jordanian history, including the Dead Sea Scrolls.

Follow in the footsteps of Rick Stein's German Bites
If you are inspired by top celebrity chef Rick Stein then you’ll love his next adventure which explores the cuisine of Germany.

Life's a beach in Costa Barcelona
Catalonia has long been synonymous with beautiful beaches but choosing which to visit can be a tricky process.
Brits ditch holidays with friends in favour of family vacations
When it comes to holidays, it appears that the days of lads’ weekends and girlie getaways are on the way out, with 58 per cent of Brits admitting they prefer going on holiday with family rather than friends.

Surfing chefs at Six Senses, Maldives
Surfing holiday specialist The Perfect Wave has the perfect holiday this September for those who like to surf by day and fine dine by night – a week’s holiday to Laamu Atoll in the Maldives from 11-18 September.

Get qualified as a ski instructor in time for the ski season
International Academy has added to its selection of ski instructor courses, ideal for those looking for a gap year on the slopes.

With over 50 applications per job preparation is key
Staggering figures released this week by Skiweekends shows just how popular ski season work has become during the current economic climate.

New York City Restaurant Week and other great value summer events
NYC Restaurant Week Summer 2013 is on now and running until 16th August 2013, offering diners fantastic deals on meals at almost 300 participating restaurants.

Wildlife breaks in the Outer Hebrides the 'Islands on the Edge'
As the BBC natural history series, Hebrides, Islands on the Edge comes to an end this week, many viewers will have been inspired to put the Outer Hebrides on their must-visit list.

Combine a safari adventure with idyllic beaches for a honeymoon to remember
Create memories on a honeymoon of a lifetime as you combine a five-star luxury safari adventure at South Africa’s Sabi Sabi Private Game Reserve, with pure romantic bliss in the heart of paradise at Maradiva Villas Resort & Spa, Mauritius fronted by the turquoise waters of Tamarin Bay.

Ten things you may not know about a tall ship cruise
Sailing on one of Star Clippers’ graceful tall ships conjures up images of romance and mystery; of seafaring legends and long voyages to far-off, exotic lands.

Barmy Army to trumpet about Adelaide and South Australia
Billy the Trumpet, as he is affectionately known to England's legion of cricket fans, has been recruited by South Australia to promote the delights of Adelaide and surrounding regions like the Barossa, Kangaroo Island and the Eyre Peninsula, as ideal places to visit during the Australian Ashes Series this December 2013.
Rhode Island - The birthplace of the diner & The Triple Murder Burger
The diner is one of New England's most famous food institutions. Providence in the state of Rhode Island (The USA’s smallest state) is considered the birthplace of the diner...tracing back to 1872.

The Blue Train does KwaZulu-Natal
The Blue Train is an all-inclusive luxury rail cruise, showcasing some of South Africa's most spectacular scenery, whilst guests are pampered on-board, what has been regularly voted, The World’s Leading Luxury Train.