Types of trip
The Gladiator, the English Patient and Zeffirelli’s Romeo & Juliet
The Val d'Orcia is a natural setting of extraordinary beauty and has become known all over the world as the classic Tuscan landscape. Important films like the Oscar winners, The English Patient, La Vita è Bella and The Gladiator were shot here just a few minutes from the farmhouse on offer, as well as Romeo and Juliet directed by Franco Zeffirelli, and most recently Under the Tuscan Sun, cementing the Val D’Orcia’s beauty in cinematic history.
Ghost hunters raise funds for charity
The ‘Great British Ghost Hunt’, organised by Fright Nights, the UK’s leading ghost hunt specialist, has raised over £16,000 for the Make-A-Wish Foundation. The ghost hunt, which took place at 10 of Britain’s most haunted locations, was organised to find out which was the most haunted venue.
A cultural 2008 for North East England
Culture10, the festivals and events arm of destination marketing agency NewcastleGateshead Initiative (NGI) launches its 2008 cultural programme, packed with unique world-class events and festivals across North East England throughout the year.
Eddie “The Eagle” Edwards returns to Calgary
Twenty years ago Eddie “the Eagle” Edwards became everyone’s favourite Olympic hero when he dropped into the record books as Great Britain’s sole entrant in the 70 and 90 metre ski jump. Unfortunately he finished last in both events but forever became a winner in the heart of his fans across the world.
Fantastic snow and great savings
Family chalet specialist Ski Famille is located is the heart of the vast Portes du Soliel ski area. Their resorts, Les Gets and Morzine, are currently enjoying fantastic conditions following recent snowfalls and more snow is expected over the next few days.
Family fun at Lake Balaton
Families looking for a good value summer holiday this year should consider holidaying at one of the pretty resorts around the beautiful Lake Balaton, known as the ‘Hungarian Sea’.
Marine Iguanas in the Galapagos Islands
The amazing and unique Marine Iguana in the Galapagos Islands was the species chosen by David Attenborough to open his new BBC series on reptiles and amphibians - 'Life in Cold Blood'.
Hot honeymoon escapes in Africa
Africa offers some of the hottest honeymoon escapes for 2008 - from intimate bush lodges where newlyweds can take their 'souls on safari' to diving with turtles in Mozambique or dancing to the beat of an African drum.
Cruise your way to Amsterdam
A relaxing short break to captivating Amsterdam with DFDS Seaways is an inexpensive way to experience the Dutch capital. Sail from Newcastle and arrive in Amsterdam refreshed, ready to take in the beautiful buildings, famous art galleries, shops and restaurants.
A bumper load of Easter fun in the National Forest
A whole host of Easter events are taking place across The National Forest. Visitors to Rosliston Forestry Centre can embark on an Easter Egg Hunt on Monday 24th March. There will then be a whole raft of activities to join in on later in April to coincide with Derbyshire schools’ holiday dates.
Don’t stress, travel by coach
In what is believed to be the first experiment of its type in the UK, Leger Holidays, in conjunction with leading travel trade publication TTG, has used digital monitors to test passengers travelling on four modes of transport to find out which offers the most and least stress-free travel.
By-car.co.uk offers Valentine’s Day suggestions
As Valentine’s Day draws closer many will consider taking their loved one away on a special trip. By-car.co.uk, the online car hire website and im-mietauto.de, its German counterpart, can help holidaymakers who are planning a mini break at this time of the year.
On a promise for Valentine's Day?
Just because you’ve failed – yet again – to organise a suitable treat for your loved one, you don’t have to be out in the cold on Valentine’s night.
Go Purple for passion this Valentine
Here's a great way to get loved-up without breaking the bank - for Valentine’s Day purplehotels is matching the date with the price, offering guests a room for £14 per person to include two ‘Purple Fantasy’ cocktails to get you in the mood*.
Brits flock to the West Country for holidays at home
Leading West Country holiday letting company Blue Chip Vacations reports that the poor Summer of 2007 has not dampened the enthusiasm of the British public for holidaying in the West Country. The company is reporting a 120% increase on bookings made in January, compared to the same period in 2007.