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Giant Otters in Peru’s Manu National Park

This Saturday’s instalment (8 February, BBC2, 8pm) of the BBC’s Natural World series focuses on the Amazon rainforest’s giant otters.

Dreaming of a white Easter?

With Easter Sunday falling on 31 March this year, the relatively early Easter weekend is the ideal time to squeeze in a snowy trip, before the white stuff melts for summer.

Don’t forget - get covered before hitting the slopes

Hiscox, the specialist insurer, is urging an early review of insurance cover as part of prudent preparation for a winter sports holiday.

Sydney Mardi Gras: See the Emerald City at its most fabulous

Sydney Mardi Gras: See the Emerald City at its most fabulous

Over the last 35 years Sydney's iconic Mardi Gras parade has evolved from a march down Oxford Street, to one of Australia's largest festivals - a three-week long celebration across the city featuring epic parties, community events and of course, the world famous street parade which now features some 10,000 marchers.

Demand for volunteering trips set to soar in 2013

The number of young travellers taking part in volunteering and conservation projects is set to soar in 2013, according to youth travel specialists STA Travel.

Calling all singletons, could TrekAmerica solve your dating dilemma?

From couples flocking to cheesy restaurants to gaze into each other’s eyes, to men fighting each other in the street for that last red rose, being a singleton on Valentine’s Day can be nightmare – a veritable minefield as you try to dodge the loved-up mob heading to the last table at Pizza Express, but it doesn't have to be this way say TrekAmerica!

Have a cracking great Easter in Shakespeare Country

Have a cracking great Easter in Shakespeare Country

Experience a whole host of fun activities for all the family in Shakespeare Country during the Easter holidays from the 23 March – 7 April.

Memorable train journeys in New England

Memorable train journeys in New England

It wasn't that long ago when a journey by train was the most sophisticated and luxurious mode of travel, complete with its own sense of adventure and the thrill of arriving in style!

Cheltenham Festival curtain raising event is gearing up to paint the track green

While Cheltenham Festival coinciding with St. Patrick's Day is a time honoured tradition and a drawing point for Irishmen the world round, symbols of the Saint's Day have yet to surpass the shamrock confetti and leprechauns costumes that abound the festival grounds.

Kick off the summer social season with MINT Polo in the Park 2013

Kick off the summer social season with MINT Polo in the Park 2013

Be a part of this unique London lifestyle event which blends fashion, retail and gastronomy with thrilling, high-octane polo.

Easter comes early for winter weary travellers

Easter comes early for winter weary travellers

An earlier than usual Easter in 2013 means winter weary travellers won’t have too long to wait to get away from it all on an invigorating spring break.

Cycling the Confederation Trail, Prince Edward Island

Prince Edward Island is the perfect province to cycle. The Confederation Trail runs tip-to-tip from Tignish to Elmira and includes 400 kilometers of excellent rolled stone dust surface for cycling.

Harley Davidson ‘Easy Rider’ escorted tours

Harley Davidson ‘Easy Rider’ escorted tours

Retrace the exact route of the iconic Easy Rider movie – considered to be the quintessential motorcycle film of all times - aboard a ‘throaty’ Harley Davidson, courtesy of US operator, Bon Voyage.

Exclusive Verona Opera & Cruise Experience

Exclusive Verona Opera & Cruise Experience

The most inclusive luxury cruise line, Regent Seven Seas Cruises, has announced news of an exclusive 'Verona Opera & Cruise' experience this summer featuring a stunning operatic performance of Giuseppe Verdi's Aida at the world-famous Arena di Verona in Italy.

Passport to love: Travel makes you more attractive

Passport to love: Travel makes you more attractive

Single people who are looking for love should talk about their travel plans and show off their holiday snaps if they want to attract potential partners, according to a new survey carried out by Intrepid Travel.