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Wishing you a cosy country cottage Christmas

Wishing you a cosy country cottage Christmas

Whether planning a festive family break or a romantic Christmas getaway, head for a cosy country cottage with holidaycottages.co.uk for a memorable break with loved ones this holiday season.

Europe's largest high altitude ski plateau - The perfect family ski holiday

Europe's largest high altitude ski plateau - The perfect family ski holiday

You would be forgiven for comparing this place to the rolling English countryside rather than the grey, granite, sharpness associated with many Alpine ski settings.

Dunster by Candlelight: A Somerset celebration of Christmas

Dunster by Candlelight: A Somerset celebration of Christmas

The atmospheric Dunster by Candlelight Festival takes place on the first Friday and Saturday of December (this year 5/6th) in the remarkably well-preserved medieval village of Dunster in West Somerset.

City breaks for singles this Christmas

City breaks for singles this Christmas

For a Christmas getaway with a difference, leading singles specialist, Friendship Travel, is featuring breaks in Marrakech and Barcelona, where solo travellers can enjoy a sociable city festive break in the company of other single guests.

A tale of two festivals in the UK’s next City of Culture

A tale of two festivals in the UK’s next City of Culture

Heard the one about the city with two cultural festivals running at the same time?

Golf in Tenerife ready to hit new heights in 2015

Golf in Tenerife ready to hit new heights in 2015

The soaring reputation of golf in Tenerife is set to reach new heights after the sunshine island was unveiled as the host venue for the 2015 International Golf Travel Market (IGTM) for the first time in its history.

Winter Breaks in an Irish Castle

Winter Breaks in an Irish Castle

In a hillside position overlooking Dublin Bay and dating back to 1740, Fitzpatrick Castle Hotel is a grand yet welcoming choice for winter breaks by car with Irish Ferries.

Art lovers package celebrates launch of new Mr Turner feature film

Art lovers package celebrates launch of new Mr Turner feature film

To celebrate the release of the new 'Mr Turner' moviestarring Timothy Spall, an historic inn just moments away from a famous scene immortalised by the 19th century painter J.M.W Turner is launching a new 'Art Lovers' break.

Adventures in Argentina

Adventures in Argentina

History, culture and scenic surrounds have long been synonymous with Argentina, which is a country known for the hypnotic sensuality of its tango, echoed in the vibrancy of its cosmopolitan cities.

Stars over the sea in coastal Northumberland

Stars over the sea in coastal Northumberland

The perfect time of year for stargazing is during the autumn and winter months, when the nights draw in.

Top ten affordable dining suggestions for Adelaide

Top ten affordable dining suggestions for Adelaide

With a growing reputation for fabulous food and celebrated chefs, dining out in Adelaide needn't be an exclusive or expensive affair.

Affordable autumn breaks in Devon

Affordable autumn breaks in Devon

Even though winter is fast approaching, the nights are darker and there is a ‘nip in the air’, there is still lots to do and see in Devon is the message from Woolacombe Bay Holiday Parks.

Introducing Alpe d’Huez grand domaine Ski - Five resorts, one major ski area

Introducing Alpe d’Huez grand domaine Ski - Five resorts, one major ski area

Alpe d’Huez grand domaine ski area is right at the heart of the Southern Alps. Each village accessing this exceptional ski area has its own style and ambience and offers something a bit different to the next.

Pierre & Vacances launch two new properties in Andorra

Pierre & Vacances launch two new properties in Andorra

Andorra has been praised by consumers following results from the 2014 Ski Club Consumer research. Andorra and its ski area received an impressive net promoter score of 38 which is up by 9 points year on year and was ranked the best performing European destination when it came to customer satisfaction.

Top activities for children on a ski holiday

Top activities for children on a ski holiday

Fun for all the family: is it really possible? While many parents are filled with dread at the prospect of organising a family ski break, particularly if the youngsters aren’t quite ready to take to the slopes themselves, there’s no need to panic. VIP SKI has the perfect recipe for a fun family holiday.