Types of trip
The way we were
For a glimpse of landscapes and rural communities unchanged for centuries, and a diverse flora rivalling many better known botanical destinations, join Naturetrek on an 8-day appreciation of the flowers of Slovakia’s mountains and plains, departing London 7th June 2008. The richness of the flora will be revealed during this carefully timed tour exploring a range of contrasting habitats from the Slovak Karst in the south, where flowers typical of the dry steppes may be found, to the high alpine meadows of the High Tatras Mountains.
Crossing the last frontier
According to recent reports, fewer Central and Eastern European immigrants are heading for the UK and an increasing number are deciding to head back home. Discover some of the reasons why - impressive mountain ranges, abundant wildlife, lush valleys and beautiful architecture to name a few – and explore one of the last frontiers in Central Europe following in the steps of the historic amber trade route, during Walks Worldwide’s 8-day guided, Crossing Central Europe trek through Hungary, Slovakia, and Poland, departing Budapest 3rd August 2008.
Size isn´t everything!
She weighs more than 80,000 family cars or 32,000 adult elephants and at 1,112 ft, and is longer than 37 double-decker buses, but if you don’t fancy rubbing shoulders with 3,999 other passengers (imagine the scrum for the deckchairs), a holiday aboard the brand new 160,000-ton, 15-deck Independence of the Seas - the world’s largest cruise ship, may not be for you.
Great game – Great Apes
A new game, free to mobile phone users, is the latest way to highlight the threat to Rwanda’s endangered Mountain Gorillas. ‘Silverback’ simulates the life of the gorillas and is the brainchild of designer, Ken Banks, in association with campaign group Flora and Fauna International (FFI). Although sitting in the comfort of their own home may seem riveting for some – why not stop playing games and join Dragoman Overland on their 21-night East Africa & Gorilla Encounter expedition, through Kenya, Tanzania, Rwanda and Uganda, departing Nairobi 20th September 08.
Russia scores with culture fans
It’s official, Chelsea have booked their place in Moscow, completing the all-English line-up in the Champions League final against Manchester United on May 21st. For those whose knowledge of footie would just about fill the back of a postage stamp, Peregrine Adventures offers a different approach – a 6-day exploration of Russia’s glorious past and present, from cosmopolitan and bustling Moscow to the stunning palaces of St. Petersburg.
Go Dutch with Keycamp
There is much more to Holland than clogs and windmills, with spectacular sceneries, historic castles a rich history and beautiful cosmopolitan cities making it a fantastic destination for a cultured family holiday.
Extreme heights at the world’s biggest seafront air show
Base jumping off one of the biggest mobile cranes in the UK will be the star attraction at Airbourne this year as the world’s biggest seafront airshow welcomes a brand new daredevil act for 2008.
Know your Ruble from your Rooney
On 21st May 2008 more Britons than ever before are likely to be travelling to Moscow for the first all-English final in the history of the Champions League. Manchester United and Chelsea fans will be scrambling for flights and hotel rooms so they can see the match played out against the backdrop of the world's most expensive city.
Know your Ruble from your Rooney!
M&S Money offers travel tips as 42,000 Brits converge on the world's most expensive city. On 21st May 2008 more Britons than ever before are likely to be travelling to Moscow for the first all-English final in the history of the Champions League.
Enjoy the Doggett's Coat and Badge Race on the Thames
Join City Cruises, onboard one of its modern Riverliners, on the 22 July 2008 and follow the Doggett's Coat and Badge Race, between London Bridge and Chelsea.
Jersey - A gardener’s paradise
Jersey is split into 14 different states, or districts - one of which is Grouville; which in 2007 won the RHS Britain in Bloom prize for a small town.
Eurocamp Independent offers
Eurocamp Independent is offering up to £150 off their 2008 ferry-inclusive summer holidays. Book at one of 34 selected sites across Europe and Eurocamp Independent will reduce the campsite supplements by 50%.
Head to the slopes this summer
For skiers and snowboarders who can’t to wait until next season to hit the slopes, Flight Centre’s expert travel consultants have identified a selection of destinations that allow you to get your skiing fix during the summer months.
Zaragoza and the Spanish Pyrenees
Guests of Collett’s Mountain Holidays’ new summer walking programme centred on Panticosa in the Spanish Pyrenees will be able to combine an exhilarating mountain holiday in Alto Aragon with a fascinating side trip to Expo 2008 in the provincial capital of Zaragoza from 14 June to 14 September 2008.
Investment helps to put forest destinations on the map
Investment of more than £600,000 from East Midlands Tourism (EMT), emda’s regional tourism arm, has helped put The National Forest on the map. The National Forest Company (NFC) was awarded the funding as part of EMT’s Public Realm Challenge Fund and all work has now been completed across 17 sites in The National Forest ready for a busy 2008 holiday season.