Types of Trip

A Christmas ‘cottage’ complete with chopper ride

Paradigm Farm isn’t an ordinary holiday cottage at the best of times, but a festive break at this award-winning property in the Lake District will be even more memorable thanks to a free helicopter flight from the farm’s own helipad!

Have ‘A Very Merry Christmas’ shopping experience at the Apple Market

Christmas shopping can be a nightmare for most people with the same shops offering generic gift ideas. So this year, why not visit the Covent Garden Apple Market (open until 9pm on Thursdays during December), to discover something different - it’s a great destination for Londoners and tourists alike.

Add some sparkle to your Christmas shopping

Have you started your Christmas shopping or stuck for gifts for loved ones? Then why not extend your journey across the channel with Norfolkline and visit the various Christmas markets in Brussels and France?

Jaz Hotels, Resorts & Cruises set for major expansion in Egypt

Jaz Hotels, Resorts & Cruises, Egypt’s most successful hotel company, is set to undergo the largest expansion to its portfolio to date with more than 15 properties in the pipeline, 9 of which will open during 2009 and 2010. The expansion includes the addition of three new hotel properties in the Nabq area of Sharm El Sheikh and the launch of two five-star deluxe Nile Cruise Ships.

London propelled into Lonely Planet’s list of best value destinations

The plunging pound has propelled London into Lonely Planet’s top ten list of the world’s best value destinations. The trouble is that prospective inbound visitors are still not aware that London and the UK now offer great value for those spending other currencies, according to UKinbound.

Magical Christmas getaways in Europe

Christmas is one time of the year when we all allow ourselves to indulge just a bit. So, if kisses under the mistletoe, or wearing a snowflake sweater fail to get you in the Christmas spirit, why not head to some of Europe’s finest festive markets, and spoil yourself with one of these irresistible deals, without breaking the bank.

Short winter breaks in the UK

Bookdirectrooms.com, featuring over 3000 B&Bs, guesthouses, farm houses, restaurants with rooms, inns and small hotels across the UK, currently has hundreds of great offers for those seeking a short winter break.

Ryanair launches ‘skis fly free’ promotion

Ryanair has announced that the first 10,000 passengers to book a ski flight before midnight Wednesday 11th (24:00hrs) can bring their skis for free – saving up to £80/€80 each.

Get into the festive spirit in Cyprus

The Christmas break here in the UK is anything but relaxing and certainly a strain on the purse strings! From huge shopping bills to family fall outs and burnt turkey, the holiday season is far from stress free. This year, why not escape the festive rush and jet off to the island of Cyprus where you can still enjoy all the traditional trimmings but this time from the comfort of the 5-star All Inclusive St Raphael Resort.

Flexible ski fly-drive holidays in France

Flexible duration, fly-drive holidays to 12 French resorts have been launched by Skiweekends.com. The resorts featured are Flaine, Les Caroz, Les Arcs, Val d’Isere, Alpe d’Huez, Les Menuires, Courchevel, La Plagne, Chamonix, Avoriaz, Valmorel and Isola 2000.

More choice for holidays in Canada and Alaska

Independent luxury tour operator, Prestige Holidays (prestigeholidays.co.uk) has launched its first brochure to Canada and Alaska featuring a diverse selection of holidays ranging from city breaks and self drive itineraries to wildlife tours, wilderness lodge stays and Alaska cruises.

The best things in life are free – if you visit Antigua

You can’t buy love, and now you don’t have to pay to renew your vows either. At Jolly Beach Resort and Spa, the leading all-inclusive resort in Antigua, guests staying 7 nights in a superior room (or higher) are entitled to a free renewal of vows package to celebrate their years of commitment.