Types of trip
Families tucking in to more on holiday
UK holiday company Haven has seen a big increase in bookings this year as many families opt for “stay-cations” rather than going on holiday abroad. And once they check into the holiday park, many families are taking the easy option of hanging up their car keys and enjoying all the facilities on offer.
Newquay amongst top destinations for camping holidays
Newquay’s position as one of Cornwall’s most popular destinations for camping holidays has been further strengthened with the news that ten of the town’s holiday parks are in the running for a prestigious ‘Top 100 Sites Award’ by Practical Caravan for 2010.
A new boutique chalet experience in Paradiski
Alpine365, the fresh and exciting, independent chalet company, has added a boutique chalet to its portfolio for the forthcoming winter season.
Wild swimming and stone skimming on Scotland's West Coast
Holidaymakers and short break tourists to the West of Scotland can enjoy a new range of sea-based activities when they stay at a leading country house hotel near Oban.
Wine, dine and then stay for free at award winning Cotswolds hotel
An historic inn which is situated in one of the most idyllic villages in the Cotswolds is offering guests an autumn treat in the shape of a trio of rooms which can be enjoyed for free when a three course dinner for two is booked in the award-winning restaurant.
Gastronomic festivities on Mauritius
To mark the 10th anniversary of Alain Ducasse’s ‘Spoon des Iles’ restaurant at the One & Only Le Saint Géran in Mauritius, Bailey Robinson is offering visitors the chance to meet the chef and join the culinary celebrations, saving £645 per person on a seven-night trip.
Get rambling and discover Tuscan treasures
Gentle rambling and sightseeing is the ideal way to see the very best of Tuscany, with it’s relaxed villages, farmers working on vine terraces and easily accessible funicular railways.
Marvellous Menorca
With more beaches than Mallorca and Ibiza combined, Menorca exudes peace and tranquillity.
Brits miss out on the wonders of wildlife
Nearly one in every two Britons has not seen a wild animal in the past five years, new research shows. Despite the majority (52%) saying wildlife can provide some of the greatest and most memorable moments in life, Brits have been missing out for years.
Gymtastic sporting breaks for kids
With many children looking towards the 2012 Olympics and wanting to be part of the action, what better way to start getting involved than by watching the professionals in action.
Enthralling Ethiopia
Walking through the dramatic mountains of Ethiopia, visiting the Blue Nile Falls and taking a boat trip on Lake Tana provides some of the best scenery in Africa, and the cities are just as fascinating.
Libya revealed
As Libya celebrates 40 years since Colonel Gaddafi came to power, there is no better time to discover the history and culture of this ancient country.
South African winery plays host to a Hollywood legend
Beau Bridges, whose illustrious career in the film industry has spanned several decades, first dropped in to the specialist wine estate, Alluvia, near Stellenbosch in South Africa looking for accommodation in February 2009, during filming for Free Willy South Africa, the latest movie in the Free Willy series.
Chill out at the Swiss way at London’s winter hotspot
This autumn, Swissotel The Howard, London, will be embracing the arrival of the early nights with the addition of a traditional Swiss Chalet.
Sri Lanka’s popularity soars amongst UK travellers
Despite the global recession, Sri Lanka has reported a 16.9 per cent increase in August 2009 arrivals from the UK compared to the same period last year.