Types of trip
Lake District festival for adventure enthusiasts
Whether your preferred adventure activity is climbing, walking, water or biking, the Lake District's Keswick Mountain Festival - from 13-17 May - has plenty to offer.
Michelin stars continue to make Copenhagen twinkle
Each year it’s the same nerve-racking story, which restaurants will be rewarded and which might loose their Michelin stars? The Michelin Guide 2009 awards Copenhagen a record total of 14 stars - more than other European cities such as Rome, Berlin, Vienna and Madrid. These days, Copenhagen has gained a position as a true gastronomic capital and a “must go” for gourmet hunters worldwide.
Lakes Aquarium lays on a treat for mums
Lakes Aquarium, at Lakeside near Newby Bridge in Cumbria, is laying on a special treat for Mums visiting during the Mothering Sunday weekend. On both Saturday March 21 and Sunday March 22, it is offering free entry to mothers via a special voucher that can be printed out from a link at lakesaquarium.co.uk.
91 year old goes thrill seeking in Queenstown
A ninety-one year old Englishman became the oldest customer to experience a Skippers Canyon Adventures jet boat ride on the Shotover River near Queenstown on Tuesday (17 March).
Exclusive Events expands into Queenstown
One of New Zealand’s leading edge destination and event management companies has expanded into Queenstown. Exclusive Events Director Liam Taylor has recently set up shop in the popular resort town and has big plans for developing business in the region.
A simple way to ‘do your bit’ for the environment
With the loss of habitat and climate change having a major effect on our British butterflies, the Stratford Butterfly Farm is appealing for people to help halt the decline of these beautiful insects.
Emirates Holidays opens second Holiday World outlet
Emirates Holidays, the tour-operating arm of Dubai-based Emirates airline, reinforces its service commitment to the market by opening its second Holiday World outlet in Dubai Media City.
10 of the best walks in Britain
To celebrate the first day of Spring - 21 March - HF Holidays is publishing a list of the ten best walks in Britain offering ideas on where to go for the best walking close to home.
There’s more to Easter than chocolate
Easter, sadly often only associated with chocolate eggs and bunny rabbits in the UK, is celebrated the world over in some far more interesting and spiritual ways. From the Mediterranean to Mexico, Easyvoyage.co.uk, the UK’s latest and most comprehensive travel website, takes you on a mini world tour of Easter festivities to help you decide where to head this April.
Five romantic things to do in Sicily
If it's romance you're after, or a special honeymoon memory, then Sicily is a great place to visit. ThinkSicily, the villa specialist for Sicily has come up with five tried and tested romantic ideas to set your pulses racing - all in the name of l'amore Sicilian style!
Stride out in style at St Helena's Walking Festival
Following on from the success of 2008, the remote island of St Helena in the South Atlantic is to host its second Walking Festival. Taking place between 6 and 13 May, locals and walkers from around the world are invited to enjoy the unique landscapes and rich heritage of this fascinating island through a special programme of walks.
All-inclusive holidays cater for families on a budget
Independent luxury tour operator, Prestige Holidays, is offering its first ever all-inclusive packages at the Coral Beach Hotel & Resort in Cyprus. The operator is confident that the all-inclusive packages will prove an attractive option for both couples and families keen to stick within their travel budgets this summer.
Step into Cézanne’s canvas
Specialist walking operator, Ramblers Worldwide Holidays is offering a one week, half-board holiday in Provence’s beautiful countryside – famous for its bright sunlight and intense colours – perfectly captured by the famous artist, Paul Cézanne.
A different twist on an Aussie classic
Australia’s Great Ocean Road, one of the world’s most spectacular costal drives, will be the backdrop for an adventurous distance running festival on 16 and 17 May 2009. The 2009 Great Ocean Road International Marathon will see participants running 6.5km, 14km, 25km or a challenging 45km of the snaky 300km (about 185 miles) iconic road, whilst enjoying a breathtaking array of natural treasures along the water edge.
Egg-ceptional Easter breaks
Celebrating Easter has never been easier with fantastic family offers from Red Carnation Hotels. A family of three can choose to stay at any one of the company’s London hotels, and not only does the child stay in the room for free, they also eat for free, watch unlimited in-room movies and have access to a games console to keep them entertained.