Types of trip
Up and away for Ischgl's first balloon festival
The vibrant Alpine village of Ischgl in the Austrian Tirol is hosting a spectacular three day balloon festival this summer.
Joe Public is a man of simple travel pleasures
Free toiletries, clean robes and being able to find the loo in the dark - all rated highly in Park Plaza Hotels & Resorts’ new survey on what people miss and enjoy about being away.
‘Polo on the Beach’ returns to Cornwall
Organisers have confirmed the return of an award-winning beach polo event to Cornwall’s Watergate Bay in September.
Discounts, dining and dogs in Cornwall this July
Take advantage of pre-school holiday discounts in Cornwall this summer. Manassa in St Merryn, sleeps 6, welcomes pets and is just ten minutes drive from seven of the finest sandy surfing bays in Cornwall and the pretty harbour town of Padstow made famous by Rick Stein.
Mexican waves without the crowds
To coincide with the announcement that from 3 November, British Airways will operate the only direct scheduled flight to Cancun from London Gatwick, Cox & Kings is offering a 7 night stay at the luxurious Orient-Express owned La Maroma Resort & Spa from just £1,695 per person, saving £1,000 per person.
Explore Eastern Europe with Wicked Campers
A hot spot for travellers, customers can now tour Eastern Europe with Wicked Campers.
Go online to plan your summer pitch up
Following the large increase in consumer demand for outdoor UK breaks*, leading camping and caravanning website, Pitchup.com, has introduced online booking and availability calendars to help customers choose and book the perfect pitch.
Donkey derbies and gunfights at dawn in Colorado
Take a step into yesteryear and celebrate Colorado’s western heritage with an exciting schedule of fun and unique attractions including vivid shoot outs, dude ranching, fascinating gold mine tours, spectacular re-enactments, and even a donkey derby.
Family holidays with no hidden costs in Torquay
Enjoy an old fashioned British seaside holiday at the Barceló Torquay Imperial Hotel this summer.
Thomson Sport gives back to South Africa
With the FIFA World Cup now in full swing, Thomson Sport is busy giving something back to the local community in South Africa. As one of the official agents for the FIFA World Cup, Thomson Sport is committed to aiding sustainable development and always tries to minimise its environmental impact, respect the culture and people of destinations they visit and offer.
Summer in Seoul and beyond
Culture fans have something to look forward to this summer in the form of an annual cultural event bringing the performing arts outdoors at major sites in the heart of Seoul, live jazz on the Hangang River and finally a regional fireworks festival in Pohang.
New Studio M Hotel opens in Singapore
Studio M, the newest hotel by Millennium & Copthorne Hotels officially opened on 17 June within the iconic entertainment precinct of Robertson Quay. Studio M is Singapore’s first loft concept hotel which boasts designer chic and contemporary functionality for trendy and savvy travellers.
Orange attempt Most People Tagged in an Online Photo
“Orange GlastoTag – The Most Tagged Photo Ever” takes place at 3.45pm, on Wednesday 23rd June at the Pyramid Stage, Glastonbury Festival.
Orange Chill ‘n’ Charge tent at Glastonbury 2010
Orange will be celebrating the festival’s 40th anniversary in style. The Orange Chill ‘n’ Charge tent is back and this year it’s bigger and better than ever before. For 2010, Orange has created an incredible three-zone area themed around the Past, Present and Future.
Taiwan to host world’s largest swimming competition
The largest swimming race in the world will take place at one of Taiwan’s top tourist sights, Sun Moon Lake, on 20 September 2010.