Types of trip
Happy house hires by the sea
Brits who have already decided it’s the year for staycations have the opportunity to do something completely different in 2009 by plumping for a house holiday break in Britain’s most loved seaside resort.
Scotland crowned ‘Golf Destination of the Year’
Scotland confirmed its No. 1 status by taking the top prize of ‘Destination of the Year’ in the annual industry awards held by Britain’s best-selling magazine Today’s Golfer beating the Algarve (Portugal) into second place and Ireland into third.
Its rhubarb, rhubarb, rhubarb in Wakefield
Forget Bermuda, this month the only polygon to be seen is is the UK's very own Rhubarb Triangle. This lesser known 9 square mile area is where, until just a few decades ago, more than 90% of the world's forced rhubarb was grown and food-lovers gather every year in celebration of this humble crumble side-kick.
Enjoy free activities in Bournemouth this Easter
Bournemouth is the perfect destination to take your family this Easter. In 2007 Mother and Baby Magazine voted Bournemouth as the UK’s most child-friendly resort. With lots of free days out in and around Bournemouth there is something for everyone to enjoy.
Luxury villa breaks on the island of Mallorca
Luxury operator Sanctuary Retreats has expanded its villa portfolio with the acquisition of four new properties in Mallorca. The beautifully-appointed villas are located in the scenic regions of Pollensa, Soller, Campanet valley and Cala d’Or and are exclusive to Sanctuary Retreats. Three of the villas offer wonderful views over the Tramuntana Mountains and one is within easy walking distance of the beach.
Artemis Travel spreads a little sunshine
Holidaymakers looking for a bargain during these credit crunch times should look no further than Artemis Travel. The Turkish villa specialist is offering a 40% discount on all holidays booked before the end of February and taken in April, May or June 2009 staying at its Club Aegean or Beach Villas properties.
Travel operator introduces ‘price match guarantee’
Bales Worldwide has announced it will be offering a ‘price match guarantee’ for all Egypt and India holidays. The long-haul tour operator is keen to reassure the acutely price sensitive market it can offer the very best value, product and services for tailor-made and escorted holidays.
A perfect hideaway on the Sorrento coast
Casale Villarena is the ideal accommodation for a holiday on the Sorrento Coast with friends. Perched on a hillside overlooking the sea the Casale Villarena sits amidst lemon groves and below the delightful little village of Nerano on the Sorrento Peninsula.
The most romantic hideaway in South America
Its official - Ponta Dos Ganchos, the exclusive Relais & Chateaux property located on the picturesque Emerald Coast of Brazil has been awarded the prestigious title of the “Most Excellent Romantic Hideaway in South America”, at the Conde Nast Johansens 2009 Awards for Excellence.
Best job in the world generates a global buzz
Would-be Island Caretakers from 162 countries around the world have so far applied for Tourism Queensland's "Best Job in the World". More than 9,000 applications have been received in the three weeks since the global campaign was launched on January 11.
Try out a gastronomy festival in Brittany in 2009
The spring months in Brittany are an ideal time for a short break with the region boasting bustling markets, Michelin starred restaurants, AOC seafood, creperies and of course local beers, ciders and whisky. Here are some examples of upcoming gastronomy festivals in 2009 that highlight the food and drink of the region.
Cheap trip? Don’t rule out the Eurozone says Skyscanner
With the current strong euro, those in search of a cheap holiday are being advised to avoid the Eurozone. But non-euro doesn’t necessarily mean cheap, and good value destinations still exist within the Eurozone.
Save our red squirrels
A new 10-mile circular walk to a view point for watching England's native red squirrel has just been opened by the Yorkshire Dales National Park in woodland at Snaizeholm, near Hawes.
MSC Cruises’ magic promotion
MSC Cruises is giving away eight cruise holidays for two on Magic 105.4 via its breakfast show and website. One cruise will be given away each morning on the Neil Fox More Music Breakfast show, with two more up for grabs over the weekend, plus one to be won online at magic.co.uk.
Bordeaux on a budget
BKWine, the wine tour specialist, has launched two new and exclusive wine tours on the autumn program 2009. Both tours go to the famous French wine region Bordeaux. The tours include private visits and tastings to châteaux and gourmet meals with matching wine and food. They are organised by the female wine writer and journalist Britt Karlsson, founder of BKWine AB.