Types of trip
Mackenzie's Trail
Journey into a remote and seldom travelled part of the Canadian Rockies, following sections of the 420km Alexander Mackenzie Heritage Trail, a historical overland trade route between the Pacific Ocean and Bella Coola in British Columbia, blazed in the late 1700s.
Mind the gap – The Darien Gap
Undiscovered Destinations’ 15-day Darien Explorer Trek is a rare opportunity to journey deep into the rainforests of Panama’s infamous Darien Gap, the missing link in the Pan-American Highway. There are still places available on the 13th July departure from London.
It's the blooming Balkans
With the gardening event of the year about to burst into bloom, Naturetrek offers a Chelsea ‘chaser’ - an 8-day botanical tour to a little-visited corner of Bulgaria that hosts one of Europe’s richest floras, including many endemic species you won’t see, even in Chelsea, departing London 21st June 2008.
French riding and wine
Saddle up and head out into an ancient land of forest, meadows and valleys, following trails through spectacular countryside during a centre-based holiday in the Dordogne. Alternatively, ride through the vineyards of Bordeaux, sampling the finest regional wines and savouring local gourmet meals en route. Equine Adventure’s offers two unique French riding holidays combining a love of wine and all things equine in equal measure.
Keep the flag flying
Through the actions of a humourless neighbour, a Surrey man is facing prosecution for hoisting the Jolly Roger outside his home for his daughter's pirate-themed 8th birthday party. The father of four was ordered to lower his colours after complaints from a neighbour, since the skull and cross bones breaches advertising regulations. Escape meddling neighbours – exchange a galleon for a big orange truck, fearsome crew for like-minded travellers and head out on the open road - keeping the flag flying for real adventure!
Wild China
The second programme in BBC 2’s new six-parter Wild China, focusses on Yunnan Province, widely regarded as the country’s most culturally diverse and scenically spectacular region. For those who want to do more than just armchair travel, Peregrine Adventures’ 10-day ‘Yunnan Explorer’ adventure goes off-the-beaten-track and gets under the skin of wild China. Departures from Kunming are available 22nd July, 9th September, 7th & 21st October 08.
A world of opportunity on Hamilton Island
Hamilton Island, a beautiful year round resort, is found in the heart of the Whitsundays, a group of 74 essentially untouched tropical islands in the Coral Sea between the Queensland coast and the Great Barrier Reef.
Top trips for lone travellers
Single travellers searching for holidays often find themselves paying hefty room surcharges and supplements to stay in a hotel on their own. However, long-haul specialist, Tropical Sky, has a selection of holidays this autumn that offer no or low single supplements which will please not penalise those travelling alone.
Spend time in the footsteps of the pharaohs
Spend time in the footsteps of the Pharaohs this summer with Small Families, the UK’s leading operator for single parent holidays. They are offering two departures this August to stay at the Jolie Ville Hotel at Luxor on the banks of the Nile, where you will be staying in bungalow style accommodation. All have private terrace, garden views, air conditioning, satellite TV and mini-bar.
Kauai offers golf swings and things
The Kauai Visitors Bureau has announces that the six courses and 117 combined holes which comprise the golf destination Kauai: Discover Golf’s Ultimate Island Green are offering the brand new promotion “Kauai Golf Swings and Things.”
Brits put kids first on holiday
We have finally broken free from the corsets of Victorian parenting. According to a new survey we now put our kids first on holidays - no more 'seen and not heard'! In possibly the largest survey of its type, over 7000 UK mothers bared their soul on travelling as a family, letting children have cake and [almost] forgetting who the adult is.
Stop dreaming about that Mediterranean cruise
Stop dreaming about that Mediterranean Cruise and take one this summer with Small Families, the UK’s leading operator for single parent holidays. It’s offering three separate itineraries in August; all start and finish in Palma, Majorca. They give the opportunity to visit some of Southern Europe’s most famous cities such as Genoa, Marseilles, Barcelona, Messina, Valencia, Palermo and Naples.
Cosmopolitan comfort in Hong Kong
Experience the vibrancy and bustle of Hong Kong whilst staying at the elegant 4* Harbour Plaza Hong Kong situated on Kowloon waterfront with key2holidays. Offering stunning views of Victoria Harbour through the towering windows of the marble lobby and located just three minutes walk from the ferry to Hong Kong Island, this hotel is perfect for putting you in touch with the urban Kowloon as well as the historical sites of Hong Kong Island.
The quintessential South African experience
Save on selected South Africa holidays with key2holidays including a deluxe Cape Town and Winelands escape. Spend five nights experiencing the wonders of Cape Town followed by two nights in the winelands of Stellenbosch. Stay at Cape Town’s Winchester Mansions, a 51-room retreat built in the 1920’s and the embodiment of the style and hospitality of a bygone era.
Barefoot relaxation in Mauritius
Set on a picture postcard pristine beach, the new Veranda Pointe aux Biches is simple and rustic. Guests are encouraged to remove their shoes on arrival to set bare foot on the warm sand floor which sets the tone for the resort’s emphasis on relaxation and outdoor living.