Types of trip
Mountains of Heaven - Helsinki to Beijing
If life in an unpredictable economic climate is taking its toll, head for the certainty of adventure amongst the Mountains of Heaven. Overland across Russia, bound for the steppes of Kazakhstan and the Aral Sea before entering the wild ranges of the Tian Shan’s - the 'Mountains of Heaven'. Camp amidst the Siberian Altai, stay in a traditional ger and finally cross Mongolia’s forbidding Gobi Desert into China, during Dragoman’s 11-week journey from Helsinki to Beijing, departing Helsinki 19th April 2009.
Mr Gay World to be crowned at Whistler’s Gay Ski Week
Already a unique celebration of diversity and inclusiveness, Whistler’s WinterPRIDE, taking place from February 1-8, is even more special this year, bringing with it the first-ever Mr. Gay World competition.
Valentine's Day diving
Dive in crystal clear waters, relax on palm-fringed beaches, luxuriate in a bamboo-framed spa, watch the sunset behind spectacular mountain ranges and enjoy a complimentary bottle of bubbly, a special Valentine gift and a 90-minute massage with Dive Worldwide, which is offering couples a romantic 10-day Valentine’s break at Indonesia’s luxurious Kima Bajo Resort & Spa, North Sulawesi.
Via Dell'Amore - Cinque Terre explored
You can still do the flowers and cards bit on ‘the day’, but much more romantic is a stroll with your partner along the famous Via dell’Amore (Lovers’ Walk) where the seductive scent of citrus and jasmine lingers in the air.
Single? Don’t worry, there’s plenty more pebbles on the beach
If you are single, the best place to be on the 20th - 22nd of February is Hastings and St. Leonards where you can experience the seaside sensation of the first Hastingles. The town is opening up a number of events especially presented to encourage singles to meet and enjoy new company. Hastingles is the perfect singles antidote to Valentines Day!
A walk in Chopin’s footsteps
To celebrate the 200th anniversary of Frederic Chopin’s birth, a new tour visiting important places in the famous composer’s life has been unveiled. The Mazovian Regional Tourist Organization – the area of Poland where Chopin was born and raised – is behind the tour which will allow visitors to experience the pianist’s early life.
Chic short breaks in Cyprus
Enjoy a fashionable winter short break at the contemporary boutique Londa hotel on the shores of the Mediterranean in Limassol. This modern Italian designed hotel with its stunning views, über-cool interior and bespoke service culture is offering a special package for travellers to escape the winter gloom.
A flight of romance in London
Are Red Carnation Hotels swimming against the tide unveiling a Valentine's package unrivalled in terms of sheer luxury and reckless pampering, shot through with inimitable style? Probably!
Yorkshire coast – More than just a place to paddle
Holidaying in the Yorkshire Coast is set to be far easier and better value than going anywhere else on holiday. This popular destination is set for a great spring and summer season but is also a great place to visit now as it has reinvented itself as far more than ‘just’ a place for a paddle.
‘There’s more to Iceland’ says airline company
Low-cost airline Iceland Express is out to show there is more to its beautiful country than a collapsed economy. With the launch of Iceland Express’ new Gatwick route fast approaching – the budget airline is taking time out to educate South-East travel agents about Iceland.
Learn to paint at Pensthorpe
Pensthorpe Nature Reserve, famous for hosting BBC Springwatch and many conservation and wildlife projects is running a series of workshops in 2009, starting with ‘Learn to Paint with Water Colours’ with talented Norfolk artist Steve Cale on February 25th and 26th 2009.
DFDS Seaways advises ‘book online and travel for less’
DFDS Seaways has a range of great value family short breaks, ideal for half term fun. As with all DFDS Seaways short breaks the best value deals can be found online – and the company are urging travellers to “book online and travel for less”.
2009 – The year of the ‘Mamma Mia’ wedding?
While 2008 was the year of Mamma Mia film, 2009 is set to be the year of the Mamma Mia wedding. The irresistible feel-good factor of a Greek island wedding has captured the imagination of many brides-to-be.
Yorkshire goes to the seaside
Coastival and its little brother Roller Coastival is a brand new three-day long arts and cultural event in Yorkshire and the first event of its kind ever to be staged in Scarborough.
Top five Valentine’s destinations
Love it or hate it, Valentine’s Day is right around the corner. For loved up couples burning with desire to book an amorous adventure, travel search engine Kayak.co.uk can always be relied upon to find the very best flight and hotel prices for romantic destinations this February.