Types of Trip

Centenary of the Tour de France sees demand for charity cycle challenges rise

As the UK awaits with bated breath to see whether there will be another British cycling hero in the Tour de France, Global Adventure Challenges, the charity challenge organiser, announces that this year - the 100th anniversary of the Tour de France – the number of people signing up to charity bike ride challenges has doubled with a staggering 303% increase in the number of women.

Beat the heat this summer

If the prospect of amusing your offspring over the summer holidays is already proving a challenge, book them into something that it is both physically demanding and cool. Very cool.

Shop 'til you drop in Bangkok

For an unforgettable retail experience, look no further than Bangkok, the urban metropolis Thai capital city. With diverse merchandise, a buzzing atmosphere and a chance to experience the local culture, shopping in Bangkok will not disappoint, no matter what the budget.

Junior Golf Camp in Greece

Costa Navarino,the prime sustainable destination located in the Greek region of Messinia, southwest Peloponnese, is continuing to bring a new golfing experience to Greece through its unique Junior Golf Camps.

Enjoy an insight into the world of fine wine during the harvest

Situated at the heart of the world's largest area of fine wine vineyards, Grand Hôtel de Bordeaux & Spa welcomes amateurs and wine lovers alike to discover the great wine estates of Bordeaux during the harvest season and experience one of the most crucial steps in the process of winemaking.

Lugenda Wilderness Camp - A birder's paradise

Lugenda Wilderness Camp, in the Niassa Reserve on the eastern bank of the Lugenda River in northern Mozambique, opened May 1st for the 2013 season.

Swallows and Amazons starts filming in the Lakes

Holidaymakers in the Lake District could be bumping into Dan Stevens while he’s filming family-favourite Swallows and Amazons this summer.

Journey to Niagara: city strolls, wildlife walks and world famous trails

Enjoy a combination of city and countryside walks and sightseeing - with scenic trails above, and a cruise below Niagara Falls, wildlife watching and vibrant French culture

Second major fishing festival sails in to Bexhill, East Sussex

Following last year's runaway success, the second Bexhill Sea Angling Festival (7 - 15 September) promises to be even bigger and better.

Where will you be cooling off? Spas with outdoor pools

We’ve been waiting for temperatures to hot up all summer and it seems like our prayers have finally been answered. With temperatures hitting 30 C the weekend, believe it or not, we will soon be looking for ways to cool off!

Hiking, rafting and survival camps: Adventure breaks in Taiwan

The wealth of attractions in Taiwan's main cities often means that visitors overlook the array of adventure tours available throughout the island.

Fleewinter says ‘I Do’ in Sri Lanka

Fleewinter has introduced wedding packages to its rapidly growing portfolio of holidays to Sri Lanka. There are three different places in which to say ‘I do’ – with options of beach or tea plantations – and a wide choice of type of service: Christian, Muslim, Hindu, non-religious registrar or a traditional and colourful Buddhist ceremony.