Types of trip
Valentine’s escapes to romantic Cornwall
Waking up to stunning sea views, snuggling up in front of cosy fires and exploring some of the most romantic places come top of the list of memorable Valentine’s breaks.
A romantic Valentine break at the Lake Vyrnwy Hotel & Spa
For those whose idea of romance is waking up to views of a mountain-ringed lake – complete with ‘fairytale’ tower – then a Valentine break at the four-star Lake Vyrnwy Hotel & Spa, just over the Shropshire border in Powys, is the perfect option.
Luxury log cabins in the Great Smoky Mountains
Luxury log cabin holidays – situated in the Great Smoky Mountains of Tennessee – are being featured for the first time in 2012 by US specialist, Bon Voyage.
Ski safaris in the Italian Dolomites from Merrion Charles
Unique to Merrion Charles, ski safaris in the Italian Dolomites add an entirely new dimension to one’s annual ski trip.
Hilden House launches Regency Spa breaks in Cheltenham
Relax in Regency style, with a health and spa break at the Hilden House Boutique B&B, in the historic Spa town of Cheltenham.
Dive into aquatic adventures on the Great Barrier Reef
Audiences inspired by the Sunday night BBC documentary, Great Barrier Reef, should escape for their own close encounters with this most spectacular natural wonder with a reef-freshing break on Hamilton Island.
Martinhal Beach Resort & Hotel adds new kids clubs and activities
Martinhal Beach Resort & Hotel, which opened in July 2010, is the ‘natural’ family friendly escape for those who want the best of a beach resort with the luxury of ‘home comforts’.
If you experience one carnival this year - make it German
With the festive season out of the way, it's time to plan for Carnival - that spectacular time of year that sees many cities throughout the world explode into fanfare of colour, music and dance.
Lift mind, body and spirit with yoga sessions in Crete
Looking for a holiday that will leave you feeling calm, flexible and fit? Then take advantage of the free yoga classes that Aldemar Hotels & Spa are offering guests in July and head over to the beautiful island of Crete.
Follow Holmes and The Hounds to Dartmoor
This Sunday night sees the second episode of the new Sherlock series on BBC One, The Hounds of Baskerville. Holmes' most famous case comes to Dartmoor as the intrepid duo track down a monstrous hound from hell.
Enjoy a short break in Britain's eternal city
A new short break package has been launched in York to co-incide with the major new TV drama "Eternal Law", the first episode of which is being shown on ITV this week.
Legoland Windsor recruits Junior Concierges for hotel opening
A dream holiday job for children is up for grabs at the LEGOLAND Hotel when it opens at the LEGOLAND Windsor Resort next Spring - the opportunity to be one of the world's very first Junior Concierges.
Save on Australian icons from the Reef to the Harbour Bridge
Qantas Holidays is kick-starting the New Year with the following Australian icon packages - including a visit to the Great Barrier Reef, star of the Sunday night BBC documentary of the same name - incorporating a raft of extras and special offers.
Planning a hen party in 2012? Stick to the UK
We often forget about all of the great things the UK has to offer, and what better way to spend your hen party than enjoying the country that you are from, rather than rushing off to a foreign country and probably leaving behind a few people that cannot make it.
Top ten river cruises for 2012
River cruising offers the perfect way to enjoy some of the world’s most iconic sights and events, without having to check into and out of hotels; guests only unpack once and the luxurious accommodation moves through Europe’s waterways from city to town, half-timbered village through gorges, valleys and vineyards, whilst dining to gourmet standards.