Types of trip
A long hot summer awaits in the Caribbean
Specialist tour operator, Tropical Sky has teamed-up with bmi and is offering some excellent holidays to the Caribbean this autumn. With non-stop flights from Manchester to Antigua and Barbados, those seeking affordable late summer sunshine will not be disappointed.
Chicago – Your kind of town
Chicago – synonymous with skyscrapers, Hemmingway, Frank Lloyd-Wright, Al Capone and all that jazz – is a great place to explore on foot. Ramblers Worldwide Holidays have created a series of special walks including a tour of historic skyscrapers with a local guide;’ an off-beat tour of ‘Gangster Chicago’, which harks back to the days of the mob, the St Valentine’s Day Massacre and speakeasies.
Discover the giants of history in Jerusalem
Once considered the centre of the world, Jerusalem’s past and its powerful influence on today’s world unfolds with every step. Many of the ‘giants of history’ are concentrated here including, David, Solomon, Jesus and Mohammed. Ramblers Worldwide Holidays is offering a one-week, half-board holiday in this most iconic an inspiring city, which takes one back across 4000 years of history.
Discover your sea legs on a marine wildlife cruise
Discover your sea-legs this summer and head to the 17th Century harbour of Whitehaven, on Cumbria’s West Coast, where a voyage aboard a wildlife cruise awaits.
FCO launches new service for Gap Year travellers
The Foreign and Commonwealth Office (FCO) has teamed up with Lonely Planet to create the first ever Google map mash-up dedicated to gap year planning. From today students planning a gap year will benefit from the unique new tool, which is hosted on the FCO’s gap year website (GoGapYear.com). It allows travellers to click on destinations around the world and access text, photographs and podcasts of Lonely Planet tips and FCO country-specific travel advice.
Things are getting hot and steamy in Cornwall
So you a want romantic break with a guaranteed climate but without the hassle of going abroad? Opt for the ultimate private solution, your very own Cornish cottage with a sexy, secluded outdoor hot tub overlooking one of Cornwall’s most dramatic sandy surfing beaches at Mawgan Porth.
Family travel tips to beat the credit crunch
Holidays for families can be expensive, particularly in the current economic climate. Even if you’ve managed to save for the holiday, it’s the little extras that can end up putting a strain on your bank balance. Tots to Travel (totstotravel.co.uk), experts in family-friendly travel, have these tips on how to cut costs when travelling with children.
The perfect start to your holiday
For those already looking to their next holiday, Holiday Extras can provide the perfect and cost-effective solution to escaping the last minute stress and hassle of preparing for their flight. By booking an airport hotel with Holiday Extras, you can travel to the airport the day before your flight and avoid any potential problems on the day of your journey.
Travel with a conscience
With carbon emissions and the environment at the top of everyone’s agenda, many holidaymakers are today looking for ways to enjoy foreign travel while retaining their green credentials. The launch of responsibletravelinsurance.com from Voyager Insurance Services, is offering a simple but effective solution. Travellers can put something back when buying travel insurance as all policies will financially benefit projects run by the Travel Industry Offset Scheme (TICOS), ideal for those with a conscience.
Search is on for 2008 Radio Airbourne Idol
Budding DJs will have the chance to hit the waves on their own prime time radio show, as Radio Airbourne 87.7FM brings back its X-Factor style DJ competition. The Radio Star competition, run by Eastbourne Borough Council and sponsored by Specsavers, is now open to entries from aspiring DJs and radio enthusiasts of any age. Competing for their own hour long arena-side show at Airbourne airshow on Sunday 17 August, entrants can compete for the sought after slot by sending in a 5-minute audition tape ready to impress the tough panel of judges.
Jordan Festival launches with unforgettable opening night
Thousands of fans enjoyed a magical double-bill night as the 2008 Jordan Festival took off on July 8th with spectacular success. Against the backdrop of the ancient Roman Citadel in the heart of Amman, international Jazz singer and pianist Diana Krall moved the crowd at a sold-out concert with hits like “I love being here with you”, “Boulevard of Broken Dreams”, “Deed I do”, “East of the Sun”, and “Let’s Face the music and dance".
Tastes of Gold Coast set to sizzle
This year’s Tastes of Gold Coast festival will host a spectacular line up of events during the 17 day festival taking place from 22nd August to 7th September. The city’s chefs and food producers will host 29 diverse events catering for every taste and budget showcasing gourmet produce, fine local wines and boutique beers.
Tasting Australia goes vintage
Tasting Australia, Australia’s premier food, wine and beer festival will now be held in Autumn instead of Spring, from 6 – 13 May 2010, allowing visiting media, food and drink professionals and the public at large a chance to experience the best South Australia has to offer at vintage time.
Silversea Cruises named "World's Best"
Silversea Cruises, known for its exotic worldwide itineraries, luxurious all-suite accommodations and gracious service, has been named the winner of Travel + Leisure magazine's "World's Best" award for 2008. This is the seventh time the ultra-luxury cruise operator has been honored with the highly coveted award.
Nevada’s mountainous desert landscapes are made for adventure
Just beyond the dazzling city lights of Las Vegas and Reno lie Nevada’s wide-open landscapes, outdoor playgrounds that beckon adventure-lovers of all ages and activity levels.