Types of trip
A Christmas party to show-off about
Langham Place, Mongkok, Hong Kong has arranged the ultimate Christmas party for the definitive show-off and their seven best-friends. The party, offered any day in December with 72 hours notice, is available at HK$45,000 in the luscious surrounds of Langham Place’s 1700 square foot Penthouse, perched 40 floors above the bustling streets and florescent lights of Mongkok.
Yorkshire sees biggest ever investment in visitor economy
A major investment has been announced this week which could transform Yorkshire and Humber’s tourism economy into one of the most powerful sectors in the region. Yorkshire Forward’s £30 million investment will be used as a catalyst to attract new public and private sector funds and better co-ordinate existing investment in tourism, which is expected to result in a £300 million increase in regional visitor spend per annum.
A crystallized gift in the Maldives this Christmas
This Christmas, the super stylish Huvafen Fushi resort in the Maldives has partnered with world renowned crystal house, Swarovski and quintessential Australian designer, Camilla Franks to add some extra sparkle to the seasonal festivities.
A tour of France’s battlefields
One of Ramblers Worldwide Holidays new tours featured in its latest programme, is a one week, half-board walking holiday in two of the most famous World War I battlefields - The Somme and Passchendaele.
A taste of Europe’s Christmas markets without leaving the UK
Disappointed you can’t visit one of Europe’s top Christmas Markets this year? If the credit crunch means you won’t be flying abroad for a taste of the festive season, do not worry - Hotels.com has come up with the best Christmas Markets around the UK, which offer a continental theme and an authentic experience of the great markets of Europe.
Appreciate South Australia from the air
When time is short, South Australia (southaustralia.com) with its vast extraordinary vistas teeming with free roaming native Australian wildlife, can really only be appreciated from the air. This is why luxury operator Chinta Air Tours (chinta.com.au) offers a selection of air safaris that include whale watching at the Head of Bight and wildlife spotting on the Eyre Peninsula and Kangaroo Island.
Three indulgent holidays for under £3,000
Don’t sacrifice your luxury holidays – just choose your tour operator more carefully. Ampersand Travel has proposed three indulgent tours for under £3,000 per person. Chosen are hotels and arrangements which offer excellent value for money.
Christmas celebrations in Cornwall
As the saying goes ‘tis the season to be jolly’, but if spiralling costs and falling house prices have dented your Christmas cheer and left you feeling like your cracker has already been pulled, head to Cornwall to rekindle your festive sprit. As well as mountains of mince pies and mulled wine you’ll find traditional Christmas markets, yuletide events and a warm welcome. Cornwall has everything for the perfect Christmas -there’s even room at the Inn!
This winter – Spectate of participate?
As skis, skates and snowboards are polished and waxed for the up-and-coming season, the Rockies resorts are readying themselves for a plethora of events. Whether you are a spectator or a competitor the Rockies have a challenge for everyone. So why not combine your ski or board trip with an event and try something a little bit different this winter?
History becomes reality at Portsmouth Harbour
Be a part of the history at Portsmouth Historic Dockyard. You will take an unbelievably ‘real’ journey through time and come face to face with fascinating artefacts and historic ships that helped shape British history. With six landmark attractions, there really is something for everyone.
Survey reveals parents desperate to save money on holidays
One in three parents will be more likely to take their kids out of school in the coming year to save money on the family holiday compared to previous years according to a new survey.
Step back in time in Jordan
Specialist tour operator Libra Holidays is featuring the destination of Jordan in its recently launched Egypt brochure. This exciting addition enables customers to opt for a twin centre holiday with the Egyptian resort of Taba. Tailor made tours and excursions are also available.
Yorkshire sells itself
A new marketing campaign aimed at driving visitors to Yorkshire and helping their money go further over the Winter season is being launched by Yorkshire Tourist Board (YTB) at this year’s World Travel Market, the largest international industry event for tourism operators.
Christmas weather in the Keys is far from frightful
As the cold, dark December days herald the true start of the festive season, leave the rain and wind behind and escape to the magical islands of the Florida Keys & Key West. Filled with glorious sunshine and bustling with exciting festivals and parades, the Keys offer events sure to keep everyone entertained well into 2009.
A snake fest in Italy
In the old Italian village of Cocullo located on the slopes of the Apennine Mountains in the region of Abruzzo, every year on the first Thursday of May a peculiar fest is celebrated in honour of San Domenico. Here you will be able to witness an event which will be different to any event experienced. Snakes are freed on the streets and squares of the village, an old ancient tradition.