Types of trip
Holidays the weather can't ruin
Come rain, shine or snow, a holiday on British shores can be enjoyed at any time of year with a pair of boots, woolly hat and a visit to HomeAway.co.uk, the home of holiday rentals.
Love is in the air
Looking to make your Valentine’s Day unforgettable? Then forget overcrowded restaurants, exploring Venice by gondola, the Eiffel Tower and every other idea of traditional romance.
Spring walking in Spain
For a lovely Spring walking destination, HF Holidays suggests heading to Spain to enjoy walks amid stunning landscapes as well as wonderful scenic views and pleasant warm temperatures.
River and lake cruises in The Great Lakes USA
Cruising is increasingly popular in the UK, despite the recession. Latest UK cruise industry figures released by the Passenger Shipping Association at World Travel Market estimate that 1.72m Brits took an ocean cruise in 2012, 20,000 passengers more than in 2011.
Hoist the main sail and cast off for El Gouna
Sail La Vie is the newest recruit to the Red Sea town of El Gouna offering sailing and windsurfing lessons to holidaymakers.
Springtime yoga in the Mediterranean
Tall ship sailing specialist Star Clippers is offering a springtime yoga and meditation-themed cruise on its flagship, the 227-passenger Royal Clipper, under the tuition of acclaimed expert Raphaella Rose.
Two special ways to propose this Valentine’s Day
Lindeth Howe Country House Hotel in Bowness-on-Windermere is re-creating the essence of Shakespeare’s words: “If music be the food of love, play on”, by offering those wooing their partner on Valentine’s Day both romance-fuelled food and amazing ways to propose or express their feelings through food and music.
Follow in the footsteps of Pi on a journey of discovery
With the film of Life of Pi nominated for an impressive 11 Academy Awards, including best picture, Travel Indochina is preparing to welcome a fresh wave of travellers on its newly-extended "Secrets of South India" Small Group Journey, which spends two nights in the coastal town of Pondicherry where the film was shot.
Cruise your way to a date
This Valentine's Day, Viking River Cruises is offering the perfect trips for anyone who wants to surprise their partner with a romantic river cruise in 2013.
Dive or dine into romance at The Sarojin this Valentine's Day
This Valentine's Day, create adventures of the heart and tailor-make your own romance at Thailand's luxury boutique resort, The Sarojin.
Five top challenging walks on the Coast Path
The start of a New Year is the perfect time to set fresh fitness goals – and what better way to get healthy and challenge yourself at the same time than with a hearty hike along one of the world’s best walking routes, the South West Coast Path?
A Valentine’s break to the New Forest
At Little Paddock, a collection of 9 Scandinavian-style lodges located on the edge of the New Forest National Park in Hampshire, the emphasis is unashamedly on romance and they have put together a special romantic 3-night Valentine’s break from £199 pp.
No lanes, no chlorine, just the great outdoors
It's official, England has gone wild swimming crazy. From TV shows and books to charity competitions, it seems we can't get enough of outdoor swimming spots.
Portsmouth youngster on track for Abu Dhabi triathlon record
Portsmouth's 14-year-old Sam O'Shea, who lives in the United Arab Emirates' capital, is set to smash the record books this March as he becomes the youngest competitor to take on the gruelling GBP 143,400 Abu Dhabi International Triathlon - one of the world's top events.
10 of the best bargain beach breaks for 2013
With snow starting to fall and the last remains of Christmas taken down, it is the prime time to beat the winter blues and start thinking about the summer ahead!