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Melbourne – The only place to be this summer
Opodo’s forward bookings for summer 2009 show that Melbourne is the destination with the biggest growth in year-on-year bookings - up 400% compared to 2008 and nearly twice as much as the second most popular destination (Delhi, with a 219% increase).
The perfect remedy for stressful times
Stress presents itself in many forms. Whilst a little pressure can be productive and lends itself to being motivated; too much or prolonged pressure can lead to stress which is unhealthy for the mind and body.
The Quay to an eggsellent Easter
Set in an idyllic waterside location, The Quay Hotel & Spa is the perfect coastal retreat this Easter. This modern property is situated overlooking the spectacular Snowdonia mountain range and beautiful estuary stretching out into the Irish Sea, so why not bring go Welsh this Easter. Make a real splash and take the kids away for a weekend of chocolate egg trails, farmyard animals and castle turrets.
Holidays in the UK - Cheaper, greener and easier
According to the team at Yorkshire Moors and Coast Tourism Partnership, there’s no need to jet off to the “usual” holiday haunts. Far better alternatives can be found in North Yorkshire and there’s evidence that the public prefer it too.
Bookings up 40% as families choose the UK
Economic doom and gloom means more people are choosing holidays in the UK. Haven Holidays are reporting an increase in bookings of up to 40% at some of their parks as holidaymakers opt for a Great British Break.
80% of domestic holiday makers go uninsured
Domestic travel insurance expert, World First (world-first.co.uk), has today revealed figures which show that 80 percent of domestic holidays will be uninsured this summer*.
Sharks, Stingrays and free stays for kids in Cornwall
Prepare for some face to face encounters in a tropical shark lagoon at Newquay's Blue Reef Aquarium and get a free stay for one child per family at the nearby family-friendly Sands Resort. Free child places* are available at the Sands for holidays of six nights or more during the Easter period.
£15.5 million for England’s historic places of worship
English Heritage and the Heritage Lottery Fund (HLF) has announced more than £15.5 million to support urgent repair work to 150 Grade I and II listed places of worship across England. The grants were awarded under the organisations’ joint Repair Grants for Places of Worship scheme.
Eurocamp offers discounts of up to 40%
Offering the flexibility to design a self-catering holiday that meets your exact needs and budget, Eurocamp is always a popular holiday option. And now with discounts of up to 40% on spring and summer getaways, there’s never been a better time to book.
Top 50 named in running for ‘Best Job in the World’
A charity fundraiser, dance instructor, physiotherapist, chef, radio DJ, scientist and actor have joined interpreters, adventurers, students, television journalists and photographers in the list of Tourism Queensland's Top 50 candidates for the Best Job in the World.
Adventure company pledges money to Comic Relief
A group of showbiz favourites including Cheryl Cole, Gary Barlow, Alesha Dixon and Fearne Cotton have abandoned their usual sun-soaked and stylish holiday destinations and are currently tramping their way up Mount Kilimanjaro in Tanzania. Of course, it’s all in a good cause, with the nine climbers raising money for Comic Relief.
Floodwaters breathe life into South Australia
The world's largest salt lake, Lake Eyre in South Australia is once again bursting into life as Queensland floodwaters flow along normally dormant creeks and rivers to reach Australia's lowest point, 15 metres below sea level.
To be or not to be in Copenhagen
The cultural riches of Copenhagen are, thanks to BMI, only a couple of hours away. The airline offers a number of convenient flights from both Edinburgh and Glasgow direct to the Danish capital.
Go wild at Ulusaba Game Reserve
Virgin Limited Edition, Sir Richard Branson’s privately owned collection of award-winning luxury retreats, is delighted to announce that guests can now treat themselves for that little bit longer and enjoy their final night for free when they go in search of the ‘Big Five’ at Ulusaba Private Game Reserve in South Africa.