Types of trip
From metal to Mozart: open air concerts in The National Forest
Whether rock floats your boat or metal is your thing, The National Forest is the place to come to see open air concerts this summer. Conkers’ covered amphitheatre will be rocking audiences with a packed programme of bands throughout the summer months.
Fright-seeing tours across the globe
Do things that go ‘bump’ in the night tickle your fancy? Or is it the darker side of a city that intrigues you? If so travel consultants at high street retailer, Flight Centre have picked out some of their favourite ‘frightseeing’ tours around the world that are guaranteed to send a shiver down your spine.
easyCruise raises 100,000 euros for charity
Starting its 2007 summer season in style, easyCruise bucked tradition once again, forgoing a godmother and instead launching the cruise lines new Greek itinerary with a surprise concert by famous Greek singer, Michalis Hatzigiannis and raising 100,000 euros for Greek charity, the ‘Together for Children’ Foundation.
All-inclusive pass launches in Austria's largest National Park
The Dachstein-Tauern region remains true to its “all-inclusive” credo by automatically issuing a free Sommercard to every guest upon arrival. With the Sommercard in hand, you will be able to take full advantage of the region’s wealth of recreational attractions, free of charge and as often as you want.
Pirates invade the Sunshine State
The Florida peninsula is a pirate’s paradise. Full of travel treasure, Florida offers many opportunities to see buccaneers up close and personal. Set your course for adventure in paradise with Visitflorida.com and the following sampling of pirate-oriented experiences found in the Sunshine State.
There’s more to Mallorca than meets the eye!
A country that is rich in culture and with a dynamic arts and music scene, Mallorca may not be the first destination that comes to mind, however there is so much more to this Balearic Island than blue skies, beautiful beaches and the sparkling Mediterranean Sea. Luxury villa accommodation experts, Mallorca Farmhouses are keen to point out the alternative side to Mallorca.
Brussels plays host to Jazz Marathon
This famous Jazz festival is into its 12th year and promises to draw crowds from all over Europe and the world. It’s a truly international affair which is offered for free! More than 125 concerts and 450 musicians will perform on the main squares in Brussels as well as in over 50 venues, clubs and hotels.
Beach holidays on the great Danish coast
With over 7000km of coastline and some of the cleanest and finest white sandy beaches in Europe, it’s no surprise that increasing numbers of British visitors are choosing to head for the Danish beaches to relax and unwind on warm summer days when the prevailing currents of the Gulf Stream, heat the sea temperatures to a pleasant 18-22 degrees.
Eastbourne targets green travel
Eastbourne is challenging holidaymakers to go green with a new advertising campaign, encouraging more tourists to avoid overseas air travel and instead holiday in the UK.
Playa Del Ingles set to become top gay holiday destination
A new gay resort has opened in Gran Canaria. Club Mancha is situated opposite the Yumbo Centre in Playa del Ingles and is a totally self-contained men-only resort.
Stena Hollandica returns to the North Sea
Stena Line have announced the return of Stena Hollandica to service on the Stena Line Harwich to Hook of Holland route following her lengthening and refurbishment at Lloyd Werft ship building yard in Germany. Stena Hollandica underwent the largest lengthening ever undertaken, extending the ship to 240 metres from 188.
Under The Cherokee Moon
This summer the Cherokee Heritage Center in Tahlequah, Oklahoma will present the exciting historical drama, Under the Cherokee Moon. Performances will run on Friday and Saturday evenings from June 1 to August 18 and theatregoers will have the option of being served a delicious dinner before show time, or elect to see only the show.
Owen Hargreaves to promote holidays in Germany
He’s not only England’s “Player of the Year 2006” and “Player of the World Cup 2006” but also an avid fan of Germany: Owen Hargreaves is the new face promoting holidays in Germany in a poster campaign of the German National Tourist Office, Air Berlin, Lufthansa, Deutsche Bahn and the German Embassy on the London Underground.
Follow the Tour De France on a budget
Camping holidays in France have always been de rigueur with families but are now more popular than ever, thanks to the increasing popularity of the annual cycle race, the Tour de France which takes in July.
easyCruiseOne sets sail on maiden cruise in Greece
easyCruiseOne set sail on its maiden cruise from Piraeus, Athens on Friday 18th May. It is the first time that easyCruise has sailed in the Aegean but it is an itinerary which has proved to be easyCruise’s most popular yet.