Types of trip
Feel the heat - Volcano climbing in Ecuador
Want to climb a fiery volcano but draw the line at melting your boots? Walk Worldwide’s 16-day tour of Ecuador’s hot and high places includes the physically demanding climbs of four volcanoes - Mt Imbabura (4,630 metres), North Illiniza (5,100 metres), Cotopaxi (5,897 metres) and Chimborazo (6,310 metres).
Guyana - Land of many waters
The BBC’s new wildlife series, Lost Land of the Jaguar starting later this month, brings an international team of scientists, climbers and film-makers to the Guyanese rainforest in search of elusive wildlife including Jaguar and Giant River Otter.
Flora and fauna in the high Pyrenees
The Pyrenees, the great barrier between France and Spain, rises to over 3,000m and stretches for 450km from the blustery Atlantic to the sun-drenched Mediterranean, offering diverse habitats for an equally diverse flora and fauna. Join Naturetrek on its 8-day French Pyrenees holiday, focusing on birdwatching and botanical walks amongst the spectacular Parc National des Pyrenees on the north-facing French slopes.
Experience spring in the Cape
Nowhere in South Africa is spring more spectacular than in the Cape provinces as thousands of flowering plants cover the fynbos, national parks are filled by game and Southern Right Whales return to the coast for the mating season. From the beaches of the Atlantic and Indian Oceans, to the wheat and winelands and secluded stretches of the Western Cape Mountains, experience South Africa’s pristine and breathtaking scenery on the back of a willing horse.
Two more UNESCO World Heritage sites for Israel
Earlier this month, the UNESCO World Heritage Committee added the Baha'i Shrines and Gardens in Haifa and Acre to the eleven World Heritage Sites in Israel. The resting places of the faith's founding fathers Baha'u'llah and the Bab, they represent the first World Heritage sites connected with a religious tradition born in modern times. The elaborate landscaped gardens and shrines are a site of annual pilgrimage, not only for the 5 million-strong Baha'i faithful, but also for hundreds of thousands of tourists from around the world.
Kalahari Plains Camp set for November opening
Safari & Adventure Co. is excited to announce the November 2008 opening of Kalahari Plains Camps, a rustic tented camp situated in a remote part of Botswana’s Central Kalahari Game Reserve (CKGR). The camp is beautifully situated on a low sandy ridge fringing a typical Kalahari pan in this productive and diverse protected area.
Boating holidays for all
Leading boating holiday specialist the Le Boat group has increased the number of short-break options that are available, including July and August departures, making it even easier for first timers or those short of time to get out on some of the most beautiful waterways in Europe onboard its luxury self-drive cruisers. No previous boating experience is required as the boats are easy to operate and helpful base staff ensure you are comfortable at the helm before setting off on your holiday. Also, for those new to boating holidays Le Boat provides a DVD with techniques and tips to introduce cruising.
Traditional Greece
If you’re searching for the perfect destination for a relaxing holiday, Kefalonia’s Karavados Beach Hotel is the destination you are looking for. The family run hotel prides itself in keeping in with traditional Greek hospitality and has become a firm favourite with British holiday makers, who have enjoyed this beautiful Greek island and will continue to do so.
David Cameron holidays in North Cornwall
David Cameron is following Gordon Brown’s lead by taking his family on holiday in the UK. It is believed that Conservative leader, David and his wife Samantha are expected to stay at Harlyn Bay in North Cornwall, one of the magnificent sandy beaches of the “Seven Bays” area.
Follow in the footsteps of the medieval pilgrims
Walking specialist operator, Ramblers Worldwide Holidays, is offering a glorious walk from Le Puy to Conques in France – following in the footsteps of medieval pilgrims. This was one of the ancient paths they walked in their thousands (and in some discomfort!) to their ultimate destination, Santiago de Compostela, in Northern Spain.
Rough Guides announce content deal with MSN Latino
In one of the first deals of its kind, Rough Guides have announced a new partnership to bring custom Spanish-language destination guides and image slideshows to MSN Latino’s portal.
A stunning Suffolk summer
The Prime Minister’s doing it, Richard Curtis did it a while ago and rumour has it Johnny Depp’s been doing it over and over again. ‘What’s that?’ you ask - exploring Suffolk. A stone’s throw from the capital, yet a world away from its hustle and bustle, Suffolk promises the simple summer joy that so many are keen to rediscover.
Adelaide Convention Centre wriggles into a greener future
The Adelaide Convention Centre this year celebrates its 21st anniversary by introducing a series of environmentally friendly conference packages as well as a worm farm whose inhabitants will eat through 350 kgs of organic waste each week.
School holiday bargains in exotic locations
New accommodation-search specialist, bookahotelonline.co.uk, has a stunning selection of hotel offers for this summer and the autumn half-term holiday. Family sun-seekers looking to escape to warmer climates and exotic locations can choose from the following:
The Animal Relentless Bike Tour visits Eastbourne seafront
The Animal Relentless Bike Tour rolls into Eastbourne on Saturday the 19th July and Sunday 20th July showcasing the mountain bike riding talents of legendary trials rider, ex-World champ, four times British Champ and Guinness World Record Holder Martyn Ashton and dirt jump maestro, Blake Sampson on the specially constructed Bike Park.