Types of trip
Midnight golf in Iceland
Due to Iceland’s northerly location, the country experiences 24 hours of sunlight every day over the summer months of June and July. This means that committed golfers are able to go out and play golf whenever they feel during the day or night!
Music festival boost UK economy
UK music festivals are likely to contribute approximately £450 million to the British economy this year, according to PRS for Music - the organisation responsible for collecting royalties for performers. The recently-released study estimates that two million people will attend around 150 music festivals this summer.
Get ranging with Keycamp this summer
If the latest series of Springwatch has got you in the mood for the great outdoors and a bit of wildlife then why not take a look at Keycamp’s new short or week long UK breaks, which are set to help you get closer to nature this summer.
Summer in Corsica
Whether you are looking for an apartment for two overlooking the sea or a villa with a swimming pool, there is still availability at a selection of properties from directCorsica.com.
Surf Academy launches at Perranporth
Over 60 people were treated to a free surf lesson at Perranporth, Cornwall last Saturday 13th June for the official launch of the new Ticket to Ride Surf Academy.
A festive summer in Lithuania
Lithuanians and guests from abroad will enjoy the exceptionally festive summer of 2009 in Lithuania. The country entered the European history when it was first mentioned in a medieval German manuscript, the Quedlinburg Chronicle, so the present year of 2009 is a festive year of the Millennium of Lithuania. Also, Vilnius, the capital of Lithuania is this year’s European Capital of Culture.
Holiday snaps show Britain’s got beauty
Creative Brits have been urged to make the most of their ‘staycations’ this summer and prove Britain’s Got Beauty. Joseph Eta, one of the country’s leading fine art photographers, is calling on amateur snappers to capture the most stunning views from across the UK.
Beautiful Boulogne on a budget
Try out the new fast cross-channel superferry – Norman Arrow, the world’s largest diesel-powered catamaran – which docks at delightful Boulogne-sur-Mer, with its superb beaches and chic boutiques, just an hour after leaving Dover.
A family holiday with a difference
An action-packed family rambling holiday with a difference – taking in one of the world’s steepest funicular railways, the 102 metre-long Trift suspension bridge and a world of underground tunnels, shafts and turbines – is on offer this summer from the Switzerland Travel Centre.
UK walking holidays – Family friendly and pocket friendly
A selection of peak season UK family-friendly walking breaks are still available with HF Holidays - the UK’s largest specialist walking and leisure activity holidays company.
A holiday cottage in a dream location
In a location ‘to die for’, Seaside Cottage – situated just yards from a superb sandy beach and with views of some of Scotland’s best-known mountains – is the latest addition to the portfolio of properties from cottage agency, Ecosse Unique.
Lisbon hosts annual Festival of the Oceans
Water jumps, a fluvial parade, street animation and concerts – with James Morrison performing in the opening show – are just some of the events at the annual ‘Festival of the Oceans’ which takes place between 1 and 15 August along Lisbon’s riverfront.
Green thinking for Pocono Mountains tourism
Being increasingly ecologically friendly isn’t just an effort to go with the current flow, but rather a mandate for the many golf courses, resorts and other tourism attractions throughout the Pocono Mountains, Pennsylvania.
Rhythm and Blues in Cumbria
Those who aren’t fans of R&B should definitely avoid Maryport on 24- 26 July as this is when the Cumbrian seaside resort will be rocking to its 11th annual Blues Festival with more than 40 bands and 150 musicians performing in the main marquee, pubs and clubs or on an outdoor stage on the street.
Head to Croatia for the Dubrovnik summer festival
Enjoy Dubrovnik’s annual summer festival – celebrating its 60th anniversary in 2009 – courtesy of leading Croatia specialist, Holiday Options. Taking place between 10 July and 25 August, this annual event starts with a dramatic opening ceremony of fireworks and music, followed by six weeks of theatre, concerts, opera and dance, with performances by a range of international artistes.