Types of trip
Falling pound sparks boom in all-inclusive holidays
The weakening pound against the euro has given a boost to the all-inclusive holiday market and one leading tour operator is predicting a boom in sales as savvy Brits cash in on all-in packages to popular tourist destinations in Europe.
Nine times more silver service with Leger Holidays
Leger Holidays has reinforced its position as the UK’s biggest provider of European coach holidays with the introduction of nine new luxury Silver Service coaches. The expansion of Leger’s Silver Service fleet comes as the leading tour operator celebrates its 25th anniversary and follows recent research which revealed that coach travel is the most stress-free method of travel to Europe.
Thomson launches Premier Collection holidays
The Thomson Premier Collection is the umbrella name for Thomson’s best hotels, as featured in the A La Carte, Beach Club, Platinum and Sensatori programmes. For Summer 2009, Thomson is set to introduce a variety of new product and holiday destinations that meet with a 90% + approval rating with Thomson customers.
Thomson launches new cruise brochure for 2009
With 59 itineraries and over 135 ports of call, Thomson Cruises is making cruising accessible to just about everyone. Available in store and online at Thomson.co.uk/cruise, highlights include the re-launch of a Caribbean Winter cruise programme, an amazing new entertainment programme, and the all new ‘Get up and Dance!” experience on the Thomson Celebration.
First Choice unveils new brochure line up
First Choice has launched a range of exciting new brochures for Winter 2008 and Summer 2009 and featuring ideal getaways in some fantastic locations. Highlights include three new Kid’s Academies in popular destinations, new tropical properties for an exotic retreat, daily flying to Egypt and increased flexibility to destinations such as Tunisia, Halkidiki and Aruba.
More travellers at risk of infection
With more and more people choosing to holiday in exotic locations it's predicted the incidence of travellers' diarrhoea could rise this summer. A survey forecasting travel trends for 2008 named Tunisia, Egypt, Thailand and India as the top four emerging holiday hotspots, however all the countries are also black spots for poor hygiene.
Around the world in 80 cakes
Enjoy the delights of food and travel with fantastic cooking holidays from Flight Centre. Whether you want to learn expert Italian gastronomy or uncover the secrets of Oriental food, Flight Centre has a range of destinations to suit every palate.
Supporting tourism recovery in Africa
Starting on 20 April, UNWTO Secretary-General Francesco Frangialli will visit Mauritania, Côte d'Ivoire and Kenya, underscoring the Organization’s support of their tourism potential. These countries are now back on track to relaunch their tourism offer and start receiving international visitors under improved conditions.
The lioness and the long distance runner
Experience the remote and the majestic with Somak Holidays’ African safari and beach getaways. The mighty Masai warriors left an indelible mark on the imaginations of the British following their appearance on the streets of the capital at this year’s London marathon.
Thomson and First Choice join forces
For all summer 2009 bookings, Thomson (0thomson.co.uk) will join forces with First Choice (firstchoice.co.uk) and introduce the ‘World Care Fund’. The scheme gives customers the opportunity to donate £1 per adult and fifty pence per child on an opt-out basis – a donation that is matched by the company.
Keycamp launches half term holiday sale
Worried about missing out on this year’s holiday? Then check out self-catering specialist Keycamp, who has come up with a credit-crunch busting deal just too good to turn down, with seven nights in Europe over half term costing just £229 per family.
Amazon explorer
New from Ramblers Worldwide Holidays is ‘Amazon Explorer’ - a two week, half board Amazon Rainforest adventure in the most diverse and abundant eco-system in the world. This tour begins in Quito, Ecuador, where one has the opportunity to explore the city before going to Papallacta – famous for its thermal waters.
Have a Jilly Cooper weekend learning to play polo in Austria
The Riding Company invites guests to have a Girls’ Getaway Weekend at an equestrian country house hotel in Austria, where they can learn to play polo. The venue is the Dienstl Equestrian Estate, one of Austria's top Riding Schools, which offers Polo instruction from March until October. The school is open all year for riding tuition for novices, and for training in dressage and jumping. Cross country riding is also possible year round in 1000km of riding trails in and around the estate.
Heavy snow forecast for Hemel Hempstead
Approximately 500 mm of the white stuff are predicted in what will be the biggest downfalls in Hemel Hempstead for many years. Experts are expecting tons of perfect, powdery snow to fall over the slopes and remain on the ground - indefinitely.
Mövenpick opens first hotel in Greece
The time has come: the first Mövenpick Hotel in Greece is due to open in the next few days. Following major renovation and extension over the last two years, the upscale Mövenpick Resort & Thalasso Crete is now ready to welcome its first guests and to offer them an exquisite combination of typical Greek hospitality and the traditional Swiss passion for efficiency, reliability, punctuality and precision.