Types of Trip

Helena Bonham Carter illuminates the Burlington Arcade

Celebrated British actress and star Helena Bonham Carter last night (18th November) turned on the Burlington Arcade Christmas Lights in Mayfair, in association with The King’s Speech and Save the Children.

Insurewithease.com advises ‘Barmy Army’ to buy travel cover

Hoards of cricket fans will be heading down under this weekend and over the next couple of months to cheer on the England team – as well as grab some winter sun.

The time is now for T in the Park

Christmas has come early for T in the Park fans as DF Concerts and founding partner Tennent's Lager announce that a limited number of tickets go on sale for T in the Park 2011, at 9am on Friday 3rd December.

A boutique retreat for an emerald Valentine

Whisk your lover off their feet in style for Valentine’s Day with a blissful stay at Wineport Lodge, a luxurious lakeshore retreat in County Westmeath, Ireland where you can enjoy two nights including breakfast in bed each morning and dinner one evening in the hotel’s acclaimed restaurant for just £115 per person per night.*

The Sarojin declared Best Hotel in Thailand

Thailand’s multi-award winning property, The Sarojin, is celebrating after it was declared the ‘Overall Winner’, and also winner of ‘Best Hotel in Thailand’, at the Thailand Green Awards 2010.

Ana Mandara Hue sets the standard

Vietnam’s newest luxury resort – Ana Mandara Hue – is already making its presence felt by establishing a new benchmark for exclusive guest experiences.

A royal retreat fit for a King

Finally, it’s the news we’ve all been waiting for, Prince William and Kate Middleton have announced their engagement! Following the recent royal proposal in Kenya where should the happy couple celebrate their honeymoon? Eskaya Beach Resort and Spa in the Philippines, of course!

Norway seeks to ‘own’ the northern lights

The magical northern lights are the focal point of an international winter marketing campaign for Innovation Norway, the official Norwegian tourism and trade organisation. The seven-market campaign has ‘ownership’ of the Aurora Borealis in its sights.

Do something different this Christmas

Specialist online villa companyvillarenters.com has a selection of great late offers for departures over the coming weeks, including the following. All prices are based on accommodation only and are per property, per week.

Hyatt Regency Trinidad ready to welcome carnival revellers

Colourful costumes, street parties, thumping music and chocolate mud…it’s time to start planning for Trinidad Carnival 2011 and savvy travellers know that the place to stay is Hyatt Regency Trinidad, conveniently located in downtown Port of Spain.

Follow in Prince William's footsteps with a romantic proposal

Prince William’s proposal to Kate Middleton in Kenya could inspire the romantic at heart to pop the question in an exotic destination.

David Bellamy to host new tall ship cruise

Tall ship sailing specialist Star Clippers is offering a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to cruise the coasts of Costa Rica and Nicaragua in the company of David Bellamy, one of Britain’s most respected authors, environmental campaigners, broadcasters and botanists.