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Value for money holidays from Great Rail Journeys
Great Rail Journeys - the UK market leading tour operator for escorted holidays by rail - is highlighting the great value of its 2009 tours as a result of the falling value of the pound against currencies such as the euro and the dollar.
Venue Holidays launches 2009 brochure
At the launch of its 2009 brochure, featuring camping and mobile home holidays at 22 resorts in France, Italy and Spain, specialist tour operator Venue Holidays is highlighting a brand new water park which is due to become the largest campsite swimming pool area in France.
Affordable February half-term breaks
Yes, you can afford to take the kids away at February half-term - That's the message from Woolacombe Bay Holiday Parks in North Devon. Price start from less than £27 per person - based on four sharing an 'Estoril' two bedroom holiday home - for a three-night weekend break starting on 13 February, or a four-night midweek stay beginning on 16 February.
Top 10 museums in Europe
trivago.co.uk, the consumer site for travel information, has investigated the current most popular museums in Europe - places that make an ideal Sunday outing during the winter months.
Surf's up in Perth
The image of the surf life saver epitomises Australian beach culture and dates back to 1906 when the world's first life saving club was formed at Sydney's Bondi Beach. Between 17 and 22 March this year, around 5000 bronzed bodies will don tiny speedos and coloured caps in competition for the 2009 'Aussies' - the national surf life saving championships - held in Scarborough in Western Australia.
Head to Courmayeur for a taste of the Alps’ finest
Come and ski for yourself - Courmayeur offers wonderful skiing in beautiful surroundings for beginners, intermediates as well as advanced skiers with challenging off piste and heliskiing opportunities. Arguably the most sophisticated resort in Italy, Courmayeur is nestled under the 14 peaks of the Mont Blanc massif with a charming cobbled pedestrianised town centre.
A recipe for success in South Africa
Luxury online operator key2holidays, in conjunction with South African Tourism, has unveiled a tasty new campaign microsite (key2holidays.co.uk/stir) offering each visitor the opportunity to create their own ‘recipe’ for the perfectly seasoned South Africa holiday, tailor-made to their requirements.
Love is all around at luxury Maldives resort
With Valentine’s Day around the corner Sun Hotels & Resorts invites sweethearts to lose themselves in Maldivian romance at the luxurious Iru Fushi Beach & Spa Resort.
Simon Yates goes ‘Beyond the Void’ one last time
‘Life and death’ is a common phrase used to express a difficult decision, but few people ever really have to face the actual reality of that choice. However, one inspirational man to have done so is offering UK audiences a final opportunity to join him as he recounts the highs and lows of life as a mountaineer in his ‘audience with…’ style theatre show, Beyond the Void, sponsored by adventure travel specialists World Expeditions and presented by Speakers from the Edge.
St Louis, Missouri prepares to welcome George Clooney
St Louis, Missouri, is set to welcome movie mega-star and heart-throb George Clooney this year for the filming of his new movie ‘Up in the Air’. The film is based on a book of the same name by, Walter Kirn that tells the story of a constant traveller, played by Clooney, whose life falls apart on his mission to collect his 1 million frequent flyer miles.
Local food flavours tourism launch at Grand Prix circuit
A packed audience for the launch of the 2009 National Forest & Beyond Visitor Guide was thrilled to be greeted as ‘the first crowd to be welcomed to the home of the 2010 British Grand Prix.’
Last minute US deals from Thomson Worldwide
An estimated 5 billion people will be watching as the 44th President of the USA is inaugurated on the 20th January 2009. It will be a day filled with parades, ceremony, salutes and is a symbolism of a new beginning. Thomson Worldwide offer a fantastic choice of last minute deals for travel to Chicago and New York this weekend so you too can be a part of the celebrations that will continue for up to five days after the event itself around the USA.
Frontier Travel launches luxury holiday programme
Specialist tour operator, Frontier Travel, has announced the launch of a new programme – Frontier World – a celebration of luxury accommodation around the globe.
Take advantage of 2 for 1 deals to Amsterdam
Fancy a break away from the depressing January blues? Then why not book a two-night Mini Cruise Break to Amsterdam with DFDS Seaways and take advantage of the limited two for one offer. One person pays and one goes free! Whether you choose a break away with your loved one, your friends or your family, Amsterdam has something to suit all.
See the Northern Lights this half term
This is the absolute best time to try to catch a glimpse of the illusive beauty of the Northern Lights. With the value of the Norwegian Krone down approx. 25 % since summer 2008, and with the British Pound keeping its value against the Norwegian Krone - Norway hasn’t been cheaper for decades.