Types of trip
American idols with Thomson Tailormade
American Idol returns for its much-anticipated ninth season this month. Every year, tens of thousands of hopefuls from across the United States audition for a shot at stardom.
Ski sales up at lesser-known resorts
The recent cold snap in the UK has lead to a surge in bookings for European ski accommodation specialist Pierre & Vacances, particularly in the lesser-known ski resorts across the Alps and Pyrenees, where sales have increased on average by 17%.
Swap blue for Wight this January
The Christmas turkey is long since gone, the long heralded ‘big chill’ is well underway and the New Year’s resolutions have all bitten the dust. Yes, Blue Monday – Monday 25th January – is just around the corner.

Chill out on the Pembrokeshire coast
Make the most of a special break this winter with Coastal Cottages of Pembrokeshire, stay in a cosy cottage at Ivy Tower Village and enjoy wonderful walks in the stunning Pembrokeshire Coast National Park followed by a rejuvenating sauna and dip in the pool.
Melt your loved one's heart at the Chocolate Boutique Hotel
Looking for somewhere to snuggle up this Valentine’s Day? Why not melt into each other’s arms at the world’s first chocolate themed hotel, where they have a special Valentine’s Day package on the menu.
Five-star romance at La Manga Club
Couples looking for five-star Valentine’s romance without breaking the bank can enjoy just that at La Manga Club.

Retreat to a hip haven for Valentine’s
Tucked away in the elegant little town of Soller on Mallorca’s jet-set north west coast, Hotel L’Avenida, the perfect hip haven for couples in search of a tranquil hideaway, is offering an extra night of romance completely free as part of a special 3 nights for 2 Valentine's offer.
Millennium Madejski Reading celebrates 10 years
Millennium Madejski Hotel Reading turns 10 years old this year. To mark this momentous event, the hotel is offering a special promotion of 10 rooms a night for £10 every day for the year from now until the 31st December 2010.
Celebrate the Year of the Tiger
February 14th may be Valentine’s Day but in 2010 it is also the time to welcome in the Year of the Tiger as Chinese New Year falls on the same day.

Experience Sardinia
With inspirations and accommodation throughout the island, Just Sardinia can recommend the perfect location for family holidays, honeymoons and weddings, spa breaks, luxury hotels, tours and multicentre holidays and combinations with Corsica and mainland Italy.
Movie magic at Copthorne Sheffield
Movie lovers and fine dining enthusiasts are in for a film-themed treat this month, as a leading Sheffield hotel celebrates its first anniversary in the city.
New chef presents gourmet cuisine at Aurelio Lech
Hotel Aurelio has appointed Christian Rescher as the new chef for the five star, luxurious chalet-hotel in Austria.

Swap the snow for golf on sunny Bermuda
UK golfers now have the perfect excuse to leave their snow covered courses - a couple’s golf tournament in sunny Bermuda hosted by the luxurious Cambridge Beaches Resort and Spa.

Self-catering in Burgundy – Have it your way
Arrive at airport two hours before departure, pay £10 per kilo excess baggage for each item over 20kg, get charged £5 for a thimble-full of wine on the plane, notify of late hotel check-in or face losing the room, check-out of the hotel by 12pm or incur an extra charge, breakfast only served between 7.30am and 9.30am, pay €10 an hour for in-room plug-and-play internet - doesn’t sound much like a break? With Location Burgundy you can have your holiday your way.

‘His & Hers’ cruise and spa holidays
Tall ship cruise specialist Star Clippers, is offering a fifteen night luxury Caribbean spa and cruise holiday, combining eight nights at the premier beachside spa resort `LaSource’, Grenada, with an inclusive daily spa treatment, followed by a week’s crewed sailing through the islands of the eastern Caribbean on board one of the world’s most spectacular tall ships, Royal Clipper.