Types of trip
Washington DC gears up for Election 2008
The official race for the White House means all eyes are on Washington, DC, and there’s no better place to get a ‘taste’ for political power than in the capitol of the USA. Why not plan your own ‘power trip’ over the coming months and to help you make the most of your visit, here are some A-political tips and ideas.
Travel solo and enjoy the festive season with friends
No matter where you go, a traditional Christmas mixed with the new and exciting is never far away with Just You (justyou.co.uk). Spend the season close to home in Bournemouth, Edinburgh or London, or travel across the Channel to enjoy the delights of Paris, the Costa Brava or Venice. Picture-perfect alpine vistas will greet you in Switzerland and Austria, or head east to explore Prague, Krakow or Budapest.
Have a very merry Christmas in the Maldives
Put The Beach House at Manafaru, Maldives at the top of your wish list this Christmas! Sleek, contemporary and sexy, this stunning resort offers unparalleled luxury that will dazzle this festive season. This will be the very first Christmas for the youthful Beach House, so big celebrations are planned to make it a truly memorable experience for guests.
Rome plays host to the Festival of Music and Sacred Art
The Festival of Music and Sacred Art in Rome aims at presenting the Foundation’s institutional activities which are the restoration of precious works of religious art housed in the patriarchal Roman basilicas where the concerts take place.
An explosion of taste at the St. Lucia Food & Rum Festival
The St Lucia Food & Rum Festival 2009 – set to be a truly tantilising taste sensation – is back by popular demand for a third consecutive year, from Thursday 15th to Sunday 18th January 2009. The Festival is a four day Caribbean culinary experience, attracting some of the best chefs, wine and rum connoisseurs, mixologists, food critics and music fans from across the Caribbean and the globe.
What's happening in Wiltshire this Autumn
VisitWiltshire Tourism Partnership officially launched this autumn to bring together accommodation providers, attractions, pubs, restaurants, event organisers, local food producers and all other authorities under one umbrella brand dedicated to promoting tourism to the county.
Ruby waxes lyrical about Cornwall
Thursday 16th October is the hotly tipped night in the Cornish tourism calendar as the best of the best come together for a nail biting evening at the Cornwall Tourism Awards - and this year even the runners-up will be smiling! Flame haired, comic genius Ruby Wax is confirmed as the guest speaker for the award ceremony at the Headland Hotel, and is guaranteed to send the 300 attendees into fits of laughter with tales of her past visits to Cornwall. Ruby’s quips will offer light-hearted relief to an otherwise emotional evening as the award finalists jostle for space on the winners roll.
Ultimate-Ski.com adds landmark 100th ski resort
Ultimate-Ski.com - the ultimate guide to the best skiing and snowboarding destinations and the must-go-to website for skiers, boarders and snow sports enthusiasts, has just added Stuben am Arlberg in Austria – a landmark 100th resort in their independent resort reviews.
Watch Europe's top golfers in Valencia
Some of the world’s top golf players including Sergio Garcia and Justin Rose will be taking part at the first ever Castellon Masters-Costa Azahar (castellomasters.com), which takes place at the Mediterraneo Golf Club in Borriol (Castellon province, north of Valencia) from 23 to 26 October 2008.
Discover Bordeaux with Tony & Guy
For six days in October, the region of Bordeaux and Bordeaux Supérieur Wines in partnership with Toni & Guy will bring a selection of fine Bordeaux wines to taste while clients are pampered by Toni & Guy stylists.
Irish draught or a pint of the 'Black Stuff'?
12-year-old mare Peggy who used to enjoy a pint and a packet of crisps at a pub in Tyneside with her owner, has been barred after the landlady purchased new carpets. If, like Peggy, redecorating has put a block on your fun-time, perhaps it’s an exhilarating canter through the Atlantic surf along deserted beaches followed by an evening of Irish craic and a well-deserved pint of the ‘black stuff’ you’re in need of!
Déjà vu at London Zoo?
The Born Free Foundation has stated its dismay to learn from recent reports that, following the opening of London Zoo’s controversial Gorilla ”Kingdom" (£5.3 million), the Zoo now plans to redevelop its exhibits for Sumatran tigers at further great expense.
Its love among the ruins for golfing fanatics
For a golfing holiday that is way above par, chip off to Tunisia for a couple of rounds on the brand new Residence Golf Course. The ideal place for a weekend on the fairways; the year-round temperate climate makes Tunisia a superb golfing destination. Tunis is only a two and a half hour flight from London - it takes longer to cover 18-holes than it does to fly there.
Holiday Brits unable to leave troubles at home
Britons are unable to leave the worries of home behind them when planning to ‘escape from it all' on a winter sun or city break holiday, according to research from American Express Travellers Cheques.
Winter breaks in Bath
Bath Tourism Plus is pleased to announce the launch of its latest campaign, ‘Winter Highlights’, which promotes the city and the surrounding area to potential visitors during the winter season. There is a brochure and a dedicated section on the official tourism website visitbath.co.uk/winter which is packed full of information.