Types of trip
A stylish event for the discerning traveller
Condé Nast Traveller presents The Luxury Travel Fair with British Airways at Olympia, London from 6th to 9th November 2008 showcases the definitive collection of authentic and tailor-made travel experiences. Whether looking for an adventure, or seeking advice on how to get the most out of your favourite destination, this is the UK’s most stylish event for the discerning traveller, providing quality, choice and inspiration.
Get ‘Moorish’ on your holiday for less
From now until the end of January, Walks Worldwide is offering a special 15% discount on its walking tours in Spain’s stunning Alpujarras region, the last enclave of the Moors before they were eventually banished from the country in the 15th century. Choose from an Alpujarras Circuit offering village to village trekking, or a centre-based Alpujarras Explorer where travellers choose from a menu of day walks. Departures are available daily from either Malaga or Granada.
Escape to stingray city
If the financial ‘crunch’ and the onset of short winter days are a daunting prospect – fear not. Dive Worldwide’s 9-day escape to Grand Cayman – an island of pristine beaches and superb marine life - comes with a saving of £150 per person on the cost of luxurious beachfront accommodation if travelling before 19th December 08, with tours departing London four times a week.
Calling all riders – Portugal awaits
The world’s most famous equestrian event, The Horse of the Year Show, has celebrated its Diamond Jubilee with a mix of prestigious showing and show jumping championships plus an exclusive Dressage to Music demo from Katie Price – aka Jordan, to the sounds of her husband Peter Andre’s hit Mysterious Girl.
Slovakia is Europe’s `green’ winner
Slovakia swept the board in the first World Travel `Green’ Awards held on 15th October, its flagship green water park and spa, AquaCity Resort, Poprad, picking up trophies for `Europe’s Leading Green Resort’ and the `World’s Leading Green Award’.
Skiing for all the family in the Italian Dolomites
Launching at the London Metro Ski and Snowboard Show commencing 22nd October, Enchanted Holidays Limited are specialists in family winter sport holidays to Madonna di Campiglio in the Italian Dolomites.
Heading to the ski slopes this winter?
As holidaymakers start to make plans for this winter’s ski season, International Currency Exchange (ICE) is advising travellers to buy their travel money in advance to make sure they get the best deal.
New lights & look for Royal Leamington Spa this Christmas
For visitors wanting an exciting, vibrant town to shop this Christmas and benefit from an enhanced visitor experience, Royal Leamington Spa is the place to visit. BID (Business Improvement District) Leamington has purchased a brand new set of Christmas lights which will spectacularly light up the town. The lights will be switched on from 5:45pm on Sunday 16 November with entertainment from 1pm.
Smart ways to save money on winter holidays
At a time when one in three Britons is planning a holiday to escape the winter blues*, families can now look forward to receiving six percent of the total cost of their holiday returned into their child’s savings when they book through the KidStart Travel Club.
Top Tips for a thrifty half term break
Britain may be going through an economic downturn, however according to one budget airline passenger numbers were actually up 20% during the summer, as sun seekers went in search of a bargain.
Bavarian slopes offer skiing for less
Get ready to pack your skis and head for the Oberstdorf-Kleinwalsertal region in Southern Bavaria where the grand season opening in the German-Austrian skiing area “Fellhorn-Kanzelwand” and “Nebelhorn” will take place on 6 December.
Cruise118 promises unique entertainment experience
The UK’s fastest growing cruise retailer, Cruise118, has launched a unique entertainment cruise hosted by Gerry Anderson and featuring stars including Jimmy Buckley and Susan McCann. The Black Prince cruise liner will set sail on the 18th July 2009 on an eight night tour of the Spanish and Portuguese coast, stopping at locations including Oporto, Lisbon and the historical city of Gijón.
Bath Christmas Market set to be most diverse ever
Bath Tourism Plus, organisers of the popular Bath Christmas Market, has announced that this year’s market is set to be one of the most diverse ever thanks to a range of interesting new traders who will be attending the annual festive event this winter, keeping the market as intriguing and fresh as ever.
Moulin Rouge hits Regent Street – Ooh la la!
Regent Street is looking forward to the annual London to Brighton Veteran Car Run International Concourse on Saturday 1 November preceding the 112th London to Brighton Veteran Run on Sunday 2 November. A record one hundred and twenty cars will be displayed on the northbound carriageway in Regent Street between 10:30 and 15:30 making this the largest free to view motoring event. There will be a contra flow will be operating on the South bound carriageway.
Spooky goings on this half term
Pumpkin carving, storytelling, fancy dress, spooky zoo tours and Halloween trails will all be part of the ghostly goings on at Blackpool Zoo this half-term. Plus the attraction will be hosting a special Halloween evening on Friday 31st October, from 4.00pm.