Types of Trip

Malaysia numbers still on the rise

Malaysia continues to attract international travellers to its shores with a 2.6% increase in cumulative arrivals to Malaysia between January and June 2008 when compared to the same period last year. Australian arrivals to Malaysia have risen consistently throughout the year. In the month of June, there were 31,651 Australian visitors, contributing to an overall figure of 194,861 for the first half of 2008.

Tour operator gears up for action packed ski season

Erna Low, the best independent ski operator to France as voted by Maison de la France in the 2008 British Travel Trade Awards, has introduced another adrenaline packed ski brochure for the 2008/09 season. This comprehensive bumper brochure includes even more resorts in France, Switzerland and British Columbia, Canada while ever popular resorts like Flaine, Les Arcs, La Plagne and Serre Chevalier offer impressive new properties.

Discover North West Sicily

Ryanair now offers flights from Birmingham to Trapani, Sicily. The North West of Sicily remains one of the more undiscovered areas of Sicily boasting the best golden sandy beaches, aquatic nature reserves, picturesque harbour towns, and amazing architecture with towns such as Marsala, Palermo and Trapani.

Holidays with a purpose

One could be forgiven for thinking that ranch stays are all about horseback riding, as its an activity that draws people year after year to the US and Canada. However, look a little closer and you’ll find holidays with a great deal more on offer than simply riding the trails. As a leading specialist, Ranch Rider unearths some of the lesser-known options available to guests who stay at home on the range.

How clean is your beach?

Microsoft Corp and the European Environment Agency (EEA) today announced the launch of the pioneering Eye on Earth online environmental observatory with the first of its resources, Water Watch. Eye on Earth is part of a five-year collaboration between the EEA and Microsoft that will ultimately gather together critical information, including European water soil, air and ozone indicators, into one place.

Adventure on South Africa’s Garden Route

Native Escapes, specialist operator to Southern Africa, has announced a new 12 day small group trip to Cape Town and the Garden Route in South Africa: with an emphasis on adventure.

Top honors for Idaho golf course

Circling Raven Golf Club, Idaho, has been named the nation’s best Indian casino golf course in the nation by Native American Casino Magazine. This is the second consecutive time Circling Raven has garnered the top spot in this list published by the national industry publication.

Beat the winter blues with a long stay holiday in Egypt

Specialist tour operator, Libra Holidays, has introduced long stay holidays to Egypt, the perfect solution to escaping the cold winter in the UK and enjoying some winter sun.

Country breaks in South Somerset

South Somerset is the ideal place to relax and enjoy the peace and tranquility of rural England. Pretty hamstone villages, sleepy hamlets and bustling market towns punctuate a rich tapestry of fields, orchards and woods.

Celebrate St Bartholomew's Day at Ironbridge Gorge

St Bartholomew’s Day celebrations are being revived at Blists Hill Victorian Town in the Ironbridge Gorge, Shropshire over the Bank Holiday weekend of August 23 – 25. Historically celebrations took place at Smithfield in London on 24 August between 1133 and 1855 to commemorate St Bartholomew, and in other parts of the country until the 1880s when most disappeared. Now in 2008, the Blists Hill celebrations will take the form of three days of entertainment, music, singing and traditional fun activities.

Uncover the lost land of the jaguar

The small country of Guyana lies on the north coast of South America. It is about the same size as Great Britain but with a population of just 800,000 people. Hundreds of miles of dense rainforest cover the island meaning it is full of wildlife including the elusive jaguar – South America’s biggest cat. You can experience the nature of Guyana yourself with The Adventure Company – the ‘off the beaten track’ specialists.

Visit Bristol for some great summer offers

As UK Schools begin their summer holidays, Destination Bristol is celebrating with the launch of a dedicated ‘Summer in Bristol 2008’ web site – visitbristol.co.uk/summer The site has been designed as a one stop shop for tourists looking to take a short break in and around the Bristol area and for budget conscious local parents wondering ‘what to do with the kids’ this summer.