Types of trip
Go wild on the Isles of Scilly
Looking for the perfect end of summer or autumn short break getaway? If you are and don’t want to travel too far afield, then you could go wild on the Isles of Scilly - the UK’s own Island Archipelago, warmed by the Gulf Stream and lying 28 miles off Lands End.
A wild day out for the holiday weekend
It’s a fine forecast for the last holiday of the summer! Make the most of a great Bank Holiday day out and get along to the National Forest Wood Fair in Leicestershire.
Explore Pensthorpe’s winter wonderland
Families looking for a fantastic day out during October Half Term and during this autumn and winter can find a whole raft of interesting and exciting things to do at Pensthorpe Nature Reserve & Gardens, near Fakenham, in Norfolk.
Make the most of the last days of summer
Even though August is drawing to a close, you can still make the most of the last few days of summer and survive the remaining days or weeks of the school holidays with help from Play and Stay.
Southern Discoveries sponsors Fiordland’s new sanctuary
Southern Discoveries has announced a sponsorship project that will see the valley of New Zealand’s most photographed mountain become a sanctuary for native species.
Back to school for a Lake District holiday
As children glumly get ready for school, families with toddlers or couples without encumbrances can look forward to the new term – by renting a former school!
Last chance to see The Mary Rose until 2012
Visitors to Portsmouth Historic Dockyard have less than one month to see Henry VIII’s Tudor warship, The Mary Rose, before she is withdrawn temporarily from view until 2012.
Chocoholics paradise in the Italian city of Perugia
Chocoholics should head to the Italian region of Umbria between 16 and 25 October for the popular ‘Eurochocolate festival of Perugia’ and enjoy the exhibitions, cooking classes, tastings and celebrations of all things chocolatey!
Authentic road trips in California
Travellers are being offered the opportunity to drive an iconic, convertible Ford Mustang from Los Angeles to San Francisco, staying in some of California’s best beach resorts along the way.
Experience the highs of the Himalayan Peaks
Kedarnath is a Hindu holy town located in the Indian state of Uttarakhand. Situated in the Himalayas, about 3584m above sea level near the head of river Mandakini, this destination is flanked by breathtaking snow-capped peaks.
Celebrating 250 years of Guinness
With one of Ireland’s most famous exports, Guinness, celebrating its 250th anniversary this year, what better time to enjoy an autumn break in Dublin and make a ‘pilgrimage’ to the brewery for a few samples of the ‘black stuff’.
A magical Christmas journey by rail
This Christmas the Kent & East Sussex Railway will once again be offering families the chance to enjoy their popular ‘Santa Specials’ which combine a ride on a nostalgic steam train and a meeting with Santa Claus.
Brits continue to get into trouble abroad
The latest annual British Behaviour Abroad report that reveals Britons are continuing to get into trouble abroad, with key concerns including drink and drug related cases.
Selsey Bill tops list of top beachcombing beaches
Cottages4you.co.uk today announced its top 10 list of best UK beaches for beachcombing, with Selsey Bill in West Sussex taking top spot.
Dominica to host World Creole Music Festival
British born artist Maxi Priest will be amongst the performers at the 13th annual World Creole Music Festival (WCMF) which will be held from 30th October – 1st November 2009 in Dominica, West Indies.