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Ski Club warns about risks of skiing without insurance
The Ski Club of Great Britain today warned skiers and snowboarders that they could face huge bills if they do not take out appropriate travel insurance with suitable cover for their snow sports holiday this season. On a poll on skiclub.co.uk, 34% of those questioned said their insurance only covered them for the basics or they were not covered at all.
Seattle season specials and Washington winter fun
Luxury breaks, traditional Christmas getaways and winter sports are just some of the highlights on offer in Seattle this season.
Discover the real Cuba
To celebrate the fiftieth anniversary of the Cuban Revolution on the 1st January 2009, South American travel specialist Journey Latin America has created a number of ‘revolutionary’ itineraries to help travellers to Cuba explore the historical and social impacts of the movement.
Last minute winter breaks to Slovenia
Following recent heavy snowfall in Slovenia and with more forecast later this week, it’s a good time for anyone looking for a last-minute short winter break to visit the alpine region of this pristine central-European country, just two hours flying time away.
Top 10 active adventure trips for 2009
Make it your 2009 New Year resolution to get fit and healthy on an active adventure holiday with World Expeditions. From the Classic Mont Blanc Ascent to Alaskan trekking and kayaking, cycling the glens of Scotland, or trekking the remote wilderness of Bhutan with Rebecca Stevens - the first female to ascend Everest; with World Expeditions’ unbeatable 2009 prices you’ll find their Top 10 New Year Active Adventure Trips in 2009 hard to resist.
Sweetgrass Golf Club makes ideal holiday gift
What do golfers crave this holiday season? Spring. The Island Resort & Casino suggests placing the gift of golf under the Christmas tree this year with 2009 golf stay-and-play packages.
Dubai showcases its affordable luxury
For many years, Dubai has worked to earn its reputation as one of the world’s leading luxury destinations, with its pioneering spirit and the development of myriad unparalleled attractions. Numerous high-profile projects such as the recently unveiled Atlantis, The Palm and the iconic Burj Al Arab have led the world in the quality of hospitality that they offer, where visitors can expect the best.
Ski bunnies head for the hills of Lancashire
There was a Friday feeling with a difference last week as Brits planned last-second trips to the best ski slopes in Europe - the slopes of Rochdale! As the north of England is coated in a thick layer of the white stuff, powder monkeys headed off to the Pennines clutching snowboards, skis and even kitchen trays.
Christmas survival guide
A new guide to a stress-free Christmas holidays has been launched by the Yorkshire Moors and Coast Tourism Partnership (YMCTP). Alongside survival tips for the big day are ideas to help lower anxiety levels during December, including non-commercial Christmas shopping and presents, and ways to find some serenity and even get a bit silly during the Christmas season.
Lovely Levington puts Suffolk squarely on the map
Not many people outside of Suffolk will even recognise the name – Levington – but the tiny village, overlooking the River Orwell, is celebrating being named “England’s Village of the Year.”
Head to New Zealand for serious fun
Queenstown based tourism operator Serious Fun Riversurfing is the first whitewater boarding company in the country to achieve Qualmark, New Zealand tourism’s official mark of quality.
Christmas shopping at its best in Edinburgh’s Grassmarket
Edinburgh’s Grassmarket has never been a better place to shop for unique Christmas presents for the whole family with late opening and special offers on selected days and a new look for the whole area.
Have lunch under the mountains this Christmas
The quandary of what to do during the school Christmas holidays, once Santa has long departed, is resolved by letting off steam, according to England’s most exquisite steam railway – the Ravenglass and Eskdale.
Get your festive fix at one of Europe’s Christmas markets
Get into the Christmas spirit at one of Europe’s many Christmas Markets. Quaff mulled wine, scoff hot mince pies, shop for festive gifts and then sing-along with carol choristers. Flight search engine Skyscanner (Skyscanner.net) takes a look at some of the best places to get your festive fix.
Australia – The world’s biggest movie set
It’s going to be the biggest movie of the year. Baz Luhrmann’s latest masterpiece, Australia opens this Christmas and is expected to cause a surge in travel to the country. Set against the backdrop of the outback’s spiritual scenery, this period epic is expected to spark a frenzy of Britons booking their own holidays down under.