Types of trip
Ensure the run-up to take-off is stress free
After we've done all the washing and ironing, packed our own and the kids' suitcases, stocked up on sun cream, exchanged our holiday money and found a neighbour to look after the dog - it's easy to see why many of us feel pressured and stressed in the run-up to a family holiday.
Holiday company reports soaring bookings
Family holiday company Haven Holidays is urging holidaymakers to book early following record business over the May Day bank holiday weekend. All Haven’s 35 holiday parks were virtually sold out with bookings up by as much as 50% as holidaymakers flock back to traditional seaside resorts.
Party with the Otters this Whitsun
Lake District visitor attraction Lakes Aquarium is throwing a big Whitsun school holiday party, to celebrate both its twelfth birthday and that of its loveable otter Smudge.
Half of Brits plan to holiday at home
More than 50% of Brits are planning to holiday in the UK this year in order to save money as a result of the credit crunch, according to leading travel insurance specialist, Preferential.
Ranch holidays for solo travellers
When thinking of exciting holidays for the solo traveller, a ranch holiday is strangely overlooked yet they cater perfectly for the active individual, especially one looking for adventure, unique experiences and a truly unforgettable holiday.
Discover more of the world for your money
Page & Moy, a leading UK escorted tour operator, is set to launch a collection of worldwide discounted tours allowing customers the opportunity to travel the globe for an amazing price, as they discover more for their money.
Back to nature in beautiful Germany
Germany is one of the most overlooked holiday destinations and yet is home to some of the best walking trails in Europe. Walks Worldwide – the UK’s leading independent specialist tour operator – has a choice of four itineraries, three of which are brand new for 2009.
Germany marks the fall of the wall
Titan HiTours, the escorted tours specialist, has just launched a brand new Berlin Wall itinerary to mark the 20th anniversary of the city's reunification. On 9 November 1989, the Berlin Wall came down, uniting East and West. To mark this momentous occasion, Titan Hitours has put together a fascinating tour, which retraces the country's history.
Recession hit clubbers ditch Ibiza for UK
Nightclub bosses are giving recession-hit ravers the chance to cash in their spare holiday currency – by allowing them to use Euros over the bar and for club admission in the UK.
Half term fun at the National Space Centre
To keep visitors busy over the Half Term period the National Space Centre is offering not one addition to the six interactive galleries, but three.
South Devon beaches are hard to beat
With more than 70 miles of coastline, South Devon boasts mile after mile of glorious beaches, ranging from tiny sheltered coves to great swathes of golden sand and long stretches of pebbles and shingle.
Book a bargain this Bank Holiday
Inghams will launch a double discount weekend this bank holiday with fantastic offers on a range of Lakes & Mountains summer holidays as well as popular winter ski destinations. Inghams bank holiday double discount is available online for bookings made from Friday 22 May until midnight on Monday 25 May.
Grenada spices up Chelsea Flower Show
Grenada’s floral display of tropical blooms at the RHS Chelsea Flower Show has won a coveted Gold Medal. The theme for this year’s winning exhibit, created by Suzanne Gaywood, was inspired by the nutmeg, cocoa and spice producing estates on the island and the activities centred around a ‘boucan’, the area where the spices are brought in for preserving, packing and dispatching.
Long haul holidays at short haul prices
Long haul holidays at short haul prices - that’s the offer this June from leading Cape Verde specialist, Holiday Options.
Bicester Village bucks the recession
Despite the recession, Bicester Village, the flagship of the nine ‘Chic Outlet Shopping Villages’ in Europe is enjoying a dramatic increase in footfall compared to last year and double digit sales growth in the first quarter of 2009.