Types of trip
Culture and cycling in Linz
There’s still time to visit the 2009 European Capital of Culture – the Austrian city of Linz – as part of a self-guided cycling itinerary courtesy of specialist operator, HF Holidays.
Experience the best of America and Canada
Leger Holidays has announced the launch of new tours and dates for holidays to the USA and Canada.
Short holiday ideas for late summer
Messing about in boats - that’s the proposition for Bank Holiday from Kate Boats, the Warwickshire-based narrowboat specialist marking 25 years on the canals.
The family that plays together stays together
In a new study released today, Expedia.com found Americans overwhelmingly (94 percent*) agree that even in tough economic times, family holidays are worth the money. Why? Because they help build memories that last a lifetime and reinforce family bonds.
Gourmet Golf in France
Luxury short breaks in Normandy and the Loire – combining play on three first-class golf courses, wine tasting and gourmet dining at superb auberges and chateaux – is the offer this autumn from Belle France.
See Africa’s ‘Big Five’ for less
Acacia Adventure Holidays will be running a Big Five Flash Sale on Friday 14 August, lasting for exactly five hours. Featuring discounts of up to 55%, this is the ideal time to book an overland tour.
Visits to the UK up 4 per cent
The seasonally adjusted number of visits to the UK rose 4 per cent during April to June 2009 when compared with the previous three months according to figures released by the Office for National Statistics (ONS).
Finances and fear of swine flu delays family holidays
Taking a summer holiday is the highlight of the year for most families, however, two-fifths of parents (39 per cent) with children of school age have not yet booked a trip, reveals research from Tesco Travel Money.
New cookery project promotes life skills in local youths
Twelve Queenstown youths have been chosen to take part in a cookery project that will introduce them to the hospitality industry with a view to building a career in hospitality.
Born to be wild
Go ‘full throttle’ on a Harley Davidson in Millwaukee, courtesy of US specialist Bon Voyage.
Weddings with guaranteed blue skies
The question’s been popped, along with a dozen champagne corks; you’ve got the ring and now all thoughts turn to the venue. The last thing you want is for anything to rain on your parade and, ideally, the ‘something blue’ on your big day will be the sky!
Kuoni puts Africa in the spotlight
Visit Africa and view rhinos, elephants and giraffes in the Masai Mara, take time to unwind on soft sands in Mombasa or stay at a beautiful private game reserve in Kruger - and all at affordable prices.
Last minute holiday deals to France
Families who are looking for a last minute summer holiday can still pick up some great deals from European accommodation specialist P&V, which is offering up to 45 percent off family holidays in Europe for the rest of the school, summer holidays.
Low cost ferry travel for Autumn
Irish Ferries, the low fares ferry company, has announced that for the autumn and winter it will be offering a £69 one-way fare to Ireland.
Ever seen a lobster hypnotised?
A festival which pays tribute to lobsters and crabs – with highlights including a lobster hypnotist, live exhibits, folk music and street performers – is taking place at Clovelly in North Devon on 6 September.