Types of trip
Red hot passion in Latin America
Those looking for a real treat this Valentine’s Day should avoid the usual clichés of Paris and Rome and instead look further afield, to breaks in Latin America, according to holiday specialist Journey Latin America.
Obama election creates US tourism buzz
On the day of his inauguration into office, US President, Barack Obama is changing attitudes to the US in more ways than one, according to a 10,000-strong poll by over-50’s holiday company Saga.
Cool off in the Red Sea
Egypt is red hot at the moment as thousands of holiday-makers flock to the North African country to take advantage of what it has to offer. Not only does it boast history, culture and year-round sun but is proving to be exceptionally good value for money with all-inclusive resorts and a favourable exchange rate.
PlayStation takes to the high seas
Costa Cruises and Sony Computer Entertainment Italia have announced a partnership which, for the first time anywhere in the world, will take the PlayStation to sea. Under the terms of the Italian company’s agreement, PlayStation 3 and PlayStation 2 will be placed on board the ships of Europe’s favourite cruise line.
Saga’s river cruising programme expands for 2009
The medieval cities and rolling countryside of central Europe have been long-time favourites for river-cruising holidays where the emphasis has been leisure and relaxation.
Experience Holland in bloom
Choose from two different mini cruise packages to experience traditional Holland with its amazing flower festivals and parks, with selected dates departing February until May.
Get active in Cornwall this Half Term
Half Term is nearly here and Retallack Resort & Spa in Cornwall is offering a fantastic rate of only £95 per person for one week in a 2 bedroom lodge over the half term week (13th – 20th February) and free bike hire for the whole family.
Geneva – The perfect ski holiday solution
The Jiva Hill Park Hotel is offering guests the chance to save money and time with their Weekend Ski package. If the annual exodus to the crowded European ski resorts complete with inflated prices and the need to book months in advance has become tiresome, the Jiva Hill Park Hotel near Geneva offers the perfect solution.
Get literary in Bath
Take part in one of the most exciting literature events in the country next month and join the annual Bath Literature Festival for stimulating debate, lively conversation and fascinating insights from leading authors, scientists and poets. Promising to be bigger and better than ever, the festival will celebrate writing in all its forms with a programme of over 100 events.
Valentine’s breaks in North Cyprus
Cyprus has a long-standing connection with all things romantic and in a grand gesture, Mark Antony gifted the entire island to his new wife Cleopatra. You won't have to go quite that far to impress however, particularly if you opt for the North of the island which is equally scenic and just as sunny as the south.
Korea is a pound stretcher
Whilst Korea has always been a relatively cheap destination to visit, it is one of the few places around the world where the pound still goes a long way. This has been highlighted by MSN Travel, which has selected 12 destinations around the globe where UK travellers can make their money go further.
A weekend full of romance in Park Lane
InterContinental London Park Lane has pulled out all the stops this year to ensure London lovers make the most of this year’s Valentine’s weekend. The romantic team at the Mayfair Flagship hotel have designed two enchanting packages for those looking to impress on 14th February 2009.
Let the South Lakes flick your love switch in 2009
Romeos in a fluster as to where to whisk the love of their life since the exchange rate plummeted should discover what many loved up couples have known for years – that there’s nowhere more romantic than the Lake District.
New exhibition explores the Atlantic Ocean
LandFall, an exhibition of new work exploring the Atlantic Ocean as natural phenomenon, transporter of dreams and peoples, opens at Museum of London Docklands on 6 February 2009. The work includes painting, collage, sculpture, textiles, music and poetry and disentangles the complex relationships between Europe, Africa and the Americas, through the tides and traumas of the Ocean.
A romantic rendezvous in Morocco or Italy
Cadogan, leading luxury tour operator offering tailor-made holidays across the Med, North Africa, the Middle East and the Canary Islands has been sending couples away for Valentine’s Day for 60 years. This year Cadogan’s luxury travel advisors recommend a romantic adventure in Morocco or Italy.