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Valletta crowned European Capital of Culture 2018

Malta’s capital city, Valletta, has now officially selected as European Capital of Culture 2018.

Have yourself a very merry Twixmas

Have yourself a very merry Twixmas

Emotions will be running high after the family get-together on Christmas Day and there may be a tinge of excitement for the arrival of 2013 . . . but what to do for Twixmas, that lull period in the run-up to midnight on New Year’s Eve?

Walk the Walk’s latest exhilarating adventure - The Arctic Marathon

Walk the Walk’s latest exhilarating adventure - The Arctic Marathon

Walk the Walk, the UK’s largest grant-making breast cancer charity, has just launched an amazing new challenge....The Arctic Marathon, backcountry skiing through the beautiful sub-arctic in Northern Sweden.

Skiers urged to get fit before getting on the slopes

Skiers urged to get fit before getting on the slopes

With the European ski season upon us, ABTA, The Travel Association is urging skiers to get in shape before hitting the slopes.

Trisara introduces sophisticated seafood dining to Phuket

Trisara introduces sophisticated seafood dining to Phuket

World-renowned destination, Trisara, announces the opening of an exciting new oceanfront seafood restaurant. Trisara Seafood is a sophisticated destination seafood dining experience on the island of Phuket, capturing the atmosphere of the French Riviera or Sydney Harbour in a gorgeous Thai setting.

Guatemala launches the Bak'tun route

Guatemala launches the Bak'tun route

Guatemala, Heart of the Maya World, is the country where the Maya civilisation reached its maximum splendour, and the ideal place to understand the Maya Cosmology and their concept of time.

Soak up the spirit of Christmas in Cornwall's only city

Soak up the spirit of Christmas in Cornwall's only city

Whilst Cornwall may be renowned for its beaches and coastline, its Cathedral City of Truro (the only city in the county) is also a wonderful destination for a short UK Festive getaway.

Christmas markets in Italy

Christmas markets in Italy

Christmas traditions are cherished by the people all over Italy. Christmas markets in Italy (often known as Mercatino di Natale) are incredibly popular with locals and tourists alike.

North Jutland, Denmark's 'Land of Light' shines brightly for Christmas

North Jutland, Denmark's 'Land of Light' shines brightly for Christmas

North Jutland, Denmark's most northerly region, known for its wonderful natural light - said to lift the spirits and awaken the senses - is lavishly illuminated at this time of year by thousands upon thousands of bright, festive lights strung through villages and towns in celebration of Christmas.

Enjoy a Wildfitness adventure and bring your kids along

Enjoy a Wildfitness adventure and bring your kids along

Wildfitness has announced that children are now welcome at all three of its destinations, enabling parents to focus on, and make the most of their fitness course with the added comfort of having their children nearby.

Take a hike and discover Queenstown this summer

Take a hike and discover Queenstown this summer

Queenstown’s reputation as one of New Zealand’s most popular walking and hiking destinations has been further enhanced this summer with the launch of a new network of trails.

Sicilian Treats: Festive house-party holidays in Sicily

Sicilian Treats: Festive house-party holidays in Sicily

Swap mince pies and Christmas pudding for 'panettone' and other Sicilian Christmas delicacies and enjoy mild temperatures and a house-party style atmosphere on a Christmas or New Year break in Sicily.

Twilight Trip: Washington State

Twilight Trip: Washington State

As the final Twilight movie opens worldwide on 16 November, fans of Bella and Edward can haunt their footsteps in Washington State, courtesy of holiday company Tour America Direct.

Cheap Dublin Christmas market breaks

Cheap Dublin Christmas market breaks

Irish Ferries Holidays has a self-drive Dublin break from just £183 per person (saving £42 per person) for any three nights’ bed and breakfast, before 23 December, at the Sandymount Hotel, a perfect base from which to visit the city’s Christmas Markets.

The modern marvel of Madesimo

The modern marvel of Madesimo

Nestled in the sunny Spluga Valley is the beautiful Italian resort of Madesimo. This traditional resort is small and incredibly friendly but enjoys a strong international reputation for the finest snowsports among those in the know.