Types of trip
An expert’s guide to climbing Kilimanjaro
Climbing Mount Kilimanjaro, the highest free-standing mountain in the world, is on the wish-list of many travellers. But what are the best ways to prepare for the challenge? As the climbing season kicks off again, the expert staff at The Adventure Company has compiled its top tips for a trip to the summit.
Costa Cruises makes history in Sydney
Costa Cruises has made history in Sydney by breaking the Guinness World Record for the longest pizza line, as part of their 60th birthday celebrations. The world record was broken when 826 freshly-cooked pizzas stretching 221 metres were lined up on Norton St in Sydney’s Italian quarter of Leichhardt. The line was equal to the length of Costa’s cruise ship, Costa Classica, which will be based in the Asia Pacific from May 2009.
Tee off at Cadogan's inaugural Golf Classic
Cadogan Holidays have announced the first ever Cadogan Golf Classic, which takes place on the picturesque Islands of Madeira and Porto Santo from 2nd – 7th October 2008. The exciting one off Golf Classic – one of Cadogan Holidays’ 52 ‘Inspirational Experiences’ for 2008/2009 - will offer clients the chance to play the finest golf courses of Madeira and Porto Santo hosted by Graham Ruth, Cadogan’s resident golf guru.
Celebrity spotting in Melbourne
Melbourne’s Crown is well on the way to becoming a world-renowned gastro-temple: celebrity chef Gordon Ramsay is planning to open a signature restaurant at the buzzing casino complex - and make a reality TV series about the experience. The new TV show, scheduled to air later in 2008, will centre on the search for a chef to run the top-end venue in Australia.
June sale means best-ever fares with Irish Ferries
Following a very successful May sale, Irish Ferries has announced further savings – up to 33 per cent - for couples and families travelling by car to Ireland during the period 8 June – 31 August.
Head to the West Country for Blue Flag beaches
Helpful Holidays still have several places available for families to stay in Devon and Cornwall this summer close to Blue Flag award winning sandy beaches.
Don’t blow the whistle on Europe this summer
Euro 2008 is in full swing and promises to be a celebration of European football, so no excuse is needed to get out there and explore some of the countries competing. Soaking up the sun (so no need for McClaren’s umbrella) should ensure a ‘brolly’ good time.
Spanish healthcare company is first to receive accreditation for medical tourism
Mills & Mills Medical Group, the leading Spanish healthcare facilitators for medical tourists has become the first clinic to receive accreditation under the new Code of Practice for Medical Tourism recently launched by Treatment Abroad.
Keeping Eastbourne Airshow safe for the future
Admission prices have been set for Airbourne 2008 and entry to Eastbourne’s most prestigious event will cost as little as £2.50, in return for the best front row location to watch the biggest seafront airshow in the world.
For luxury and privacy think Italy
Luxury Explorer, the online ‘World Atlas of Luxury Travel’ known for its cherry-picked collection of outstanding 5 star hotels and resorts around the world, announces its first collection of privately-owned luxury villas, palazzos and castles - Luxury Explorer’s Villa Collection, Italy.
Siesta Beach in Sarasota makes top 3 in the USA
Siesta Beach in Sarasota has been voted one of the top three beaches in the USA, beating 650 beaches around the country. Stephen Leatherman, also known as Dr Beach, is recognised as one of the nation’s foremost authorities on beach standards and last week released his much awaited annual top ten list of the best beaches in the US, based on an astonishing 50 criteria including sand colour, beach width and condition of the water.
Follow in the footsteps of Andy Murray this June
Take part in the UK’s version of one of the world’s most respected tennis programmes, at the Nick Bollettieri Junior Tennis Clinic, taking place from the 22nd – 27th June 2008. The original academy is situated in Florida’s Gulf Islands and has helped many of the world’s top players including Andy Murray, Andre Agassi and Maria Sharapova. The programs are the most comprehensive in the industry and include video analysis, mental and physical training options aimed to improve court performance.
Flip flop fantastic
Pack your flip flops for some fantastic summer fun in Birmingham. Despite being a landlocked city, Birmingham will be getting ship shape and in the holiday mood with a new cruise ship, beach and even an island. Visitors to Birmingham over the summer won’t believe their eyes as a cruise ship is launched right in the city centre.
Check out travellers’ podcast before you check-in
A new podcast offering advice for travellers on what can, and can’t be, brought back into the UK is now available. In the latest audio offering from HM Revenue & Customs (HMRC), customs expert Mark Fuchter explains what items carry restrictions when bringing them into the UK, or are banned altogether. It covers everything from food, plants and wildlife souvenirs to prescription drugs, counterfeit goods and offensive weapons.
Head to the lighthouse for fun in the North West’s natural environment
England’s beautiful North West is encouraging nature virgins to ease themselves into the natural environment this summer by following the motto of ‘To the Lighthouse’. Their former function and location makes lighthouses some of the best hubs for enjoyment of the natural environment, as demonstrated by two iconic landmarks on the North West coast – the lighthouses at Leasowe, on the Wirral Peninsula, and at St Bees, on Cumbria’s Western coastline.