Types of trip
Pester power – Thumbs up for Haven
Haven are noticing an increase in the number of holidaymakers who say their holiday choice is influenced by their children. With more kids surfing the net Haven have even included a section on their website especially aimed at youngsters with competitions and games.
Discover Bordeaux with the Ecole Du Vin
Bordeaux’s Ecole du Vin has announced the dates for three new courses at the wine school in 2008. Held in the heart of Bordeaux, each of these courses provides the opportunity to learn more about Bordeaux wines.
Weird and wonderful - The Great Lakes of North America
Whilst most people may be familiar with the regular festivities such as St. Patrick’s Day or America's Thanksgiving Parade that take place across the Great Lakes of North America, here are some of their lesser known counterparts well worth a visit!
Resorthoppa launches new transfers Down Under
Resorthoppa, the leading holiday transfer company, has announced a major expansion of its Australian service with the launch of new services at five international airports.
‘Captain Abu Raed’ flies from Jordan to London
Film lovers are in for a treat as a special screening of 'Captain Abu Raed' from director Amin Matalqa with The Fabulous Picture Show is being held at the Everyman Cinema Club in Hampstead on Monday 18th February 2008.
Grand Canyon to become wonder of nature
Grand Canyon Resort Corporation, owned by the Hualapai Tribe, is pleased to announce that the Grand Canyon is a likely contender to become a New Seventh Wonder of Nature.
A man on a Canadian train – with skis
Intrepid UK traveller Colin Nicholson is exploring Canada from coast to coast in search of the ultimate winter fun! Riding the Canadian rails with Via Rail, Colin will be making stops at major Canadian winter festivals and experiencing some serious powder on Canadian ski hills.
A new online guide to UK Tourism Consultants
UK tourism consultants are in demand across the world for the wide range of expertise and experience they offer, covering almost every area of tourism and leisure development. Collectively they constitute an invaluable resource of specialist skills and best practice.
Authentic African experiences
Native Escapes, a new small group and tailor made tour operator, is launching a distinctive and inspirational vacation to travellers who want an educational, fun and ethical safari experience.
Inghams announce Inntravel acquisition
Hotelplan UK Limited, trading as Inghams Travel, has today announced the acquisition of Inntravel Limited. Inntravel is a niche tour operator specialising in walking, cycling and winter activity holidays.
Get inspired for a short break in Leicestershire
Since Thomas Cook pioneered the first tourism short break back in 1841 when he packaged and sold a trip to Loughborough, Leicester and Leicestershire have continued to develop a strong reputation as an inspirational destination for visitors and tourists.
Jordan: Tourism on the rise
Despite a decline in Arab and Gulf visitors, 2007 marked a year of steady growth for Jordan's tourism sector, with revenues increasing by over 13%.
Experience Cumbria’s real countryside
Lakeland Camping Barns offer a unique opportunity to stay in ancient farm buildings at an affordable £7 per person per night and experience Cumbria’s stunning lakes and lofty peaks literally from your doorstep.
A fair deal for single parent family holidays
Finally, a holiday company has launched single parent family holiday deals that don’t charge an adult price for the first child sharing a hotel room with one parent only.
Brits lacking romance this Valentine’s Day
Valentine’s Day looks set to be a let down this year as a new survey reveals almost two thirds of Brits expect to be disappointed by their loved one. The survey by alpharooms.com found that 61 per cent expect to be disappointed with their Valentine’s gifts, with around a third (32 per cent) receiving nothing from their partners.