Types of trip
Lake District launches ultimate mountain bike trail
The longest purpose-built mountain bike trail in the Lake District was unveiled at the Forestry Commission’s Whinlatter Forest Park near Keswick on Monday 1st December.
A special Christmas present from Watergate Bay
Start Christmas early this year and spend two nights completely free of charge on a B&B basis when booking a four night festive break at The Hotel & Extreme Academy, Watergate Bay, on the north coast of Cornwall.
Holiday-Rentals launches redesigned website
Holiday-Rentals has launched a redesigned website, following extensive market research and input by travellers and holiday homeowners. The new layout and improved navigation, combined with the site’s Rental Guarantee and guest reviews provides travellers with the quickest, simplest and most secure way of finding a private holiday home and once again raises the standards in this fast-growing sector of the travel market.
Patsy Kensit lights up Burlington Arcade this Christmas
Glamorous actress Patsy Kensit delighted crowds as she arrived at Burlington Arcade to turn on the Christmas lights on Wednesday night in aid of Macmillan Cancer Support. Elizabeth Hurley was unable to attend due to personal reasons and instead secured her close friend Patsy, who stood in heroically at the last minute.
Chicago wishes Londoners a Happy Christmas
A team of Santas gave out free festive bags containing shopping discounts and travel tips for Chicago to commuters in need of some Christmas cheer at Oxford Circus Underground station yesterday.
New Zealand gears up for the Skins Alpine Epic
With four days, five stages, 5250m of vertical climbing, 259km of stunning scenery, and full logistical support, New Zealand’s first ever multi-stage mountain bike race is set to be an event of ‘epic’ proportions. The Skins Alpine Epic, to be held from 25 to 28 February 2009, will be the first New Zealand mountain bike race to provide a stage race format and all logistical support, eliminating the need for a support crew.
MSC Cruises awarded for recycling program
MSC Cruises have been recognised for their efforts to implement sustainable environmental programs while maintaining habitual operations by becoming the recipient of a special prize for recycling city councils, an initiative promoted every year by CIAL (Consorzio Nazionale per il Recupero e il Riciclo di Imballaggi in Alluminio).
Travel Indochina leads the way for responsible travellers
The introduction of a new 13 day “Indochina Footprints” small group journey from Travel Indochina is testament to the operator’s continued commitment to sustainable tourism and further cements the company’s reputation as the leading Asia specialist for responsible travel.
Beat the credit crunch by going large!
Renting out a spacious property by the water may seem completely out of reach in this credit crunch era, but it is possible for you and your family and friends all to fit under one enormous roof - without resorting to selling the family silver! The trick is timing – there are some tempting low season deals to be had and of course, the larger the property the more impressive the saving.
Discover Nevada’s hidden gems
Las Vegas is famous for being the “Entertainment Capital of the World” and each year many travellers are drawn to the bright lights and excitement. Too few, however, are aware of the spectacular desert landscape that surrounds the city in the stunning state of Nevada. Las Vegas is the perfect gateway and after spending time enjoying the sights and sounds of this fun-filled city, why not rent a car and head off to explore the desert?
Ozzie Osbourne – A turn off for travellers
Leading online hotels reservations site, EasyToBook.com recently conducted a survey amongst its users. When asked, which celebrity would you refuse to sleep with in a hotel for £1 million? The majority of EasyToBook.com users agreed, Ozzie Ozbourne was the most repellent male and Anne Widdecombe was the biggest female turn off.
Japan’s slopes offer cheaper and more accessible skiing
Powder hounds the world over have been gifted another choice destination this season, as the slopes of Japan open to an increasingly international clientele. Japanican.com, the JTB Group site for visitors to Japan, has released a comprehensive guide to the best ski and snowboard resorts across Japan, and is now also selling exclusive ski tours that include budget daytrips from Tokyo.
Cultural walking tours put in context
Context, the network of scholars who lead critically acclaimed walking tours in New York and several European cities, has announced the launch of 2½ and 8-day packaged tours to Rome, Naples, Florence, Venice, London, Paris, Sicily and Istanbul. The first trips will run in April, 2009.
Experience Presidential Chicago
America’s President-elect Barack Obama and his family have made Chicago their home, and the Chicago Convention & Tourism Bureau welcomes visitors to experience “Presidential Chicago.”
Swim with Barbados’ sea turtles
Barbados is sanctuary to a healthy population of hawksbill and leatherback turtles. These sociable creatures were once endangered by over-fishing but are now protected by The Barbados Sea Turtle Project (BSTP) who actively promotes awareness about sea turtle conservation.