Types of trip
For Valentine's follow Victor Hugo’s romantic journey in Jersey
‘Of the four Channel Islands Jersey is the prettiest’, according to Victor Hugo who began writing his epic novel Les Misérables during his exile to the island in 1853. Jersey’s dramatic 45-mile shoreline with its storm-lashed caves and rugged cliff paths, its dolmens and Druidic monuments, served as inspiration for Hugo’s classic love story.
Valentine’s Day with VIP SKI
VIP SKI provides chalets ready to tend to all romantic needs in ski resorts which are also embracing cupid’s spirit this year. Spend Valentine’s Day on a luxury pampered trip to the Alps where skiing, relaxing and enjoying the mountain air will surely make the heart grow fonder.
Italian resort Livigno’s Freeride Project and Heliski Service
In Livigno the locals take having fun very seriously. Located high in the beautiful Italian province of Lombardy, this Alpine mecca for skiiers and boarders is one of the most popular and snow sure resorts in Europe. Now it is also one of the safest . . . and that’s because the locals take safety seriously.
The world’s best beach cities
Unlike the A-listers, we mere mortals can only jet off on holiday a couple of times a year, and deciding which type of holiday to choose can be tough.
New mobile eco bush camp in Northern Tanzania
Africa specialist tour operator, Africa Rose Travel, has introduced an exciting new eco camp to complete a stunning Northern Tanzania bush safari circuit. Owned by renowned Tanzanian camp operators, Nomad Tanzania, Kuro camp is launching in June 2014 in time for the best season to enjoy the incredible wildlife of Tarangire National Park.
Holidays will be made in America in 2014
Riding holiday specialist, Ranch Rider has recently added New Mexico’s Creek Working Ranch to its collection, the Land of Enchantment poised to be one of America's travel hotspots in 2014.
Half term ski holidays that do not break the bank
February Half Term is the best time for families to ski with snow conditions at their optimum but often prices demand a premium.
A quarter of over 50s plan to spend more on their 2014 holiday
January is the peak holiday buying month and 8 in ten over 50s say they are planning to go abroad this year.
Marriott opens North America's tallest hotel in New York City
Marriott has announced the opening of an iconic addition to the New York City skyline. The $320 million tallest single-use hotel in North America combines the 378-room Courtyard hotel with the 261-suite Residence Inn hotel in Midtown Manhattan.
10 things you need to know about celebrating Prince Edward Island, Canada
Make a beeline for Canada's smallest province as it commemorates the 150th anniversary of the Charlottetown Conference in a series of major festivals.
January Detox Spa Days at Blythswood Square
As if by magic - January is again upon us. Say au revoir to the post festive guilt of too many December delights. Spa at Blythswood Square in Glasgow is offering the perfect solution. Rejuvenate your mind and body this January with a post Christmas detoxing Spa day.
A family adventure in the Italian countryside
A great destination for an active family trip all year round, the Umbrian countryside will capture the interest of even the hardest to please young adventurers! Take the family on a memorable break in 2014 to embrace the authentic Italian lifestyle with pizza and pasta making, grape picking in the vineyards of Palazzone and long BBQ lunches amongst the olive groves.
Whale-watching season begins in Samana
The country’s whale-watching season is on the way. The annual pilgrimage of these marine mammals to the Bay of Samana, on the country’s northeast coast, attracts more than 40,000 tourists each year. Visitors take the 30-minute boat ride in order to get a first-hand look at the magnificent humpback whales. The whales usually stay in the warm waters until March.
DoubleTree by Hilton opens in the heart of cosmopolitan Barcelona
The Alexandra Barcelona, a DoubleTree by Hilton, has begun welcoming guests with all the hallmarks of the award winning upscale hotel brand. Opening in the exclusive Paseo de Gracia area, the hotel offers the perfect base for romantic getaways, family holidays or business trips with convenient connections to all parts of the city.
Scottish Snowdrop Festival returns
The much-loved Scottish Snowdrop Festival is to return this February with events running from 01 February to 16 March 2014. One of the first key festivals in the Homecoming Scotland 2014 calendar, visitors can experience this delicate bloom in a variety of stunning locations across the country.