Types of trip
Stylish weekend boltholes in the country
Heading to the countryside for a weekend's rest and relaxation used to mean either booking a hotel or a B&B but now there's a third option, stylish self-catering accommodation in great locations booked through Best of Suffolk.
Kids want actions packed holidays says new survey
Results of a survey published today reveal that children are looking for an action-packed holiday outdoors this summer – so parents should put aside any notion of putting their feet up.
Enjoy the best of both worlds in Turkey
Villa Papatya - whose name translates as the Daisy House - is one of a select number of villas available this year from Turkey specialist Journey Anatolia. This private, three-bedroom house with pool is set in the hill-top village of Islamlar, surrounded by lush green vineyards, olive groves and spring-fed trout farms, yet is only 15 minutes from the seaside town of Kalkan.
Cool prices at top holiday hotspots
Although the pound has taken a pounding against the currencies of many favourite holiday destinations, there are still some holiday hot spots whose currencies are even weaker and offer great value to visitors from the UK.
Up to 75% of Brits will reduce holiday budget in 2009
The majority of Brits plan to decrease their travel budget in 2009. This is the conclusion of the latest trivago survey which was answered by 3,489 users in December 2008 and January 2009. Abroad travellers are also tightening their belts with many believing the best way to save is by planning ahead to find the best deals.
Romantic boltholes that won’t break the bank
Jetting off on a romantic Valentine’s break abroad needn’t cost the earth – if you opt for a private holiday rental. Renting your own intimate bolthole is a great way to make your holiday pounds go further, as it can work out up to 50% cheaper than a similar standard hotel.
Rajasthan with style
To give visitors a real feel for the lifestyle of India's wealthy elite, the Maharajas, adventure travel expert Kumuka Worldwide has added a touch of luxury for its 'Palaces & Forts of Rajasthan - In Style' small group tour.
Make your money go further this half-term
Make your money go further this half-term by taking advantage of Irish Ferries Holidays' 'seven nights for the price of five' offer and an early booking deal saving 10 per cent on self-catering breaks at the Glenbeg Point Holiday Homes in Co Wexford.
Get walking in Europe this spring
With Europe being an ideal spring walking destination, HF Holidays - the UK's largest specialist walking holidays company - is highlighting its choice of Spring European departures together with special offers on selected tours.
Scottish holiday firm set for year of record growth
A rapidly-growing Scottish holiday firm is bucking gloomy trends, with soaring demand for its range of coach tours. Despite the recession, Glenton Holidays is on course for a record-breaking bumper year in 2009, with sales already 20% ahead of last year.
Cumbria reaches for the sky in May
A series of spectacular aerial performances will be staged across the Lake District and other parts of Cumbria during the May half-term holidays. Reach for the Sky will feature six shows by leading international acts, including high-wire, acrobatics, dance, music and pyrotechnics.
Sporting holiday offers
For lovers of horsepower - whether in the singular or multiple - leading long-haul specialist, Premier Holidays, has options to two of the world's major sporting events in 2009 for bookings made by 28 February.
For richer, for poorer
In response to a growing number of enquiries, key2holidays, the luxury online operator, has identified the plight of the modern-day bridegroom. Traditionally tasked with whisking his new bride away on an unforgettable and even extravagant honeymoon, nowadays the would-be Romeo must settle upon this once-in-a-lifetime itinerary in a climate of financial caution and restraint.
Go wild at Pensthorpe Nature Reserve
Pensthorpe Nature Reserve, home of BBC Springwatch and famous for nature and conservation in Norfolk, is hosting the third action-packed ‘Wild About The Wensum’ day on Saturday, May 16th from 10am to 5pm.
Boating holiday specialist reports record sales
Cruising and boating holiday specialist Blue Water Holidays has just announced record sales for the week commencing 19 January 2009. In a week starting with the day commonly known as ‘Blue Monday’ for its gloomy outlook, Blue Water bucked the trends and achieved an unprecedented level of sales and income across all areas of the business, including niche and small ship cruising, mainstream cruising, and European and UK boating holidays.