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Theme park packages make perfect summer holiday entertainment
The summer holidays are here once again and parents across the UK are frantically searching for ways to fill the next six weeks with child-friendly activities. Fortunately, with a range of hotel and theme park packages available through Play-and-Stay, there is the opportunity to enjoy great value days out that needn't cost an arm and a leg.
The Olympics isn’t the UK’s only major sporting event
Fistral beach in Newquay will host the 2010 World Lifesaving Championships – with 40,000 competitors from over 40 countries it will be the biggest sporting event in the UK this side of the Olympic games.
Don’t let the credit crunch bite too hard
The credit crunch might be biting but don’t let it stop you booking a holiday - just book a break a bit closer to home. UK breaks can offer excellent value for money and have lots of other benefits besides. Fly the flag for the Great British seaside holiday and rediscover what’s so good about holidays that don’t involve travelling overseas.
‘Deals on wheels’ for cycling fans
Cycle race supporters heading across the Irish Sea for the Tour of Ireland are being offered special deals for their four-wheeled transport by Irish Ferries, one of the event’s sponsors. With the deal, the only charge is for the vehicle and driver - all other passengers (up to a maximum of eight) travel totally free of charge.
How to travel in a recession – Top tips from Kayak.co.uk
With a full-blown recession predicted to be on its way, some people might think they need to scrap holiday plans. However, for many this needn’t be the case. Helpful sites like Kayak.co.uk have some great bargain hunting features that can help people create the holiday they want – without sending bank balances into the red!
Eastbourne Beer Festival returns this autumn
One of the biggest of its kind in the South East, Eastbourne Beer Festival returns this October and tickets are on sale now, with festival fans encouraged to book early after sell-out success in 2007.
Join the southern hemisphere's only protour cycle race
Cycling enthusiasts looking to experience the only ProTour cycling race outside Europe should visit South Australia next January for the country’s premier cycling race – Tour Down Under – for the opportunity to cycle sections of the race, observe the race up close and meet some of the famous cycling stars.
Survey reveals travel wishes of Brits before they “kick the bucket”
The results of a new survey, released this week discovered that travel is at the top of the agenda for the British public in their list of things to do before they die. The survey also reveals where exactly in the World the British public want to travel to before they ‘Kick the Bucket’.
A shaken not stirred cocktail lesson
Luxury self-catering specialist Sanctuary Villas & Apartments is launching a James Bond Experience to tie in with the soon-to-be-released Quantum of Solace. The package will feature four nights and five days in an exclusive apartment in San Gimignano, as well as visits to filming locations, including some that are usually restricted to the public.
Jazz in the Red Sea
Eilat will once again host the Red Sea Jazz Festival, August 25th – 28th this year. Attracting over 40, 000 people to the four open air venues, over 30 concerts are held over 4 days. The stunning backdrop of mountains and sea creates a beautiful setting that no other jazz festival can provide.
Summer holidays are child’s play at Futuroscope
Futuroscope has always maintained a strong reputation in the leisure park sector by providing fun attractions especially suited to youngsters but which kids and grown-ups can enjoy together. Futuroscope has been expanding its range of family attractions over the last three years, bringing in original and stunning experiences designed to nurture the imaginations and creative skills of young visitors.
Festival fever goes global
Ditch the tent and forget the fields of rain sodden England. For a truly authentic festival experience, why not head off on a cultural adventure to some of the world’s most fascinating festivals. Worldwide tour operator Travelsphere (travelsphere.co.uk) offer a great selection of ideas to some of the world’s most spectacular events without having to sacrifice any of your creature comforts.
A night in the museum - Sovereign Hill style
Sovereign Hill has taken a lead straight from Hollywood with a unique new product that allows visitors to literally spend ‘a night in the museum’. For the first time in its 37-year history, Sovereign Hill is giving visitors the opportunity to become part of the Sovereign Hill story and stay on-site within the outdoor museum, at a new accommodation complex at the top of its famous Main Street.
Going, going, gone - At this year’s National Forest Wood Fair
A wooden gavel and the auctioneer’s cry will bring this year’s National Forest Wood Fair to a ringing finale on August Bank Holiday Monday 25 August, at Beacon Hill Country Park in Leicestershire.
Caribbean holidays without fuel surcharges
Rising oil prices getting you down? Check out this juicy offer - book a holiday with Elite Island Resorts and the fuel surcharges are on them! Couples booking a minimum 10-night all-inclusive stay across Elite Island Resorts’ exclusive Caribbean portfolio are now eligible for an $850 (£428) discount specifically designed to cover airline fuel surcharges and taxes. Single travellers receive $410 (£206).