Types of trip
More demand for romantic city breaks this Valentine’s
With Valentine’s Day around the corner, more people than ever are planning to take a romantic city break, according to online travel agency Holidays-direct.co.uk. And it’s not just the traditional romantic cities that are attracting people for a Valentine city break.
Cruise holiday trends for 2008
A record number of British holidaymakers will be taking to the high seas this year as Cruise holidays experience an unprecedented boom. Where will they be going and what will they be doing - exploring the China coast or Greek islands, possibly hopping onboard a luxury cruise ship that caters to their every whim?
Mad March and amazing Easter offers
Easter is early this year and whilst many will enjoy the long bank holiday in March, they may have to wait until the schools break-up in April in order to take time out for a family holiday.
Inspirational India - Tigers, trains, tea & Taj
India’s most famous luxury hotel group has been given a leading role in the latest brochure from Somak Holidays. The specialist tour operator has cast two of the famous Taj Hotels as the stars in its new publication. The Taj Garden Retreat at Thekaddy, Kerala and the Taj Green Cove Resort at Kovalam, also in Kerala, are the main features in the new 44-page brochure.
Capital of culture experiences tourist boom
Liverpool’s Capital of Culture status has seen it become one of Europe’s leading city break destinations. The Merseyside city is rivalling the likes of Amsterdam and Venice for online bookings and searches, according to Alpharooms.com, one of the UK’s leading online tour operators.
Learn to love cooking during a romantic break in Norfolk
Broad House Hotel located in Norfolk is the perfect place to spoil your loved one, and the owners and head chef have created the perfect love package for Valentine’s, and for those who just won’t want to leave, for the weekend of Friday 15th and Saturday 16th February 2008.
Short break offer for UK's 'Greenest Festival'
Leicester Shire Promotions has announced a new short break promotion for festival-goers in summer 2008. The Big Session Festival, taking place from 13-15 June at De Montfort Hall and Gardens, Leicester, features the cream of the folk music world.
Enchanted islands - The Galapagos with Tandayapa
Cruises for Nature have chartered the comfortable air-conditioned 98-foot motor-yacht, Galapagos Adventurer V, for 15-guests on their wildlife and photography tours of the Galapagos Islands in September and October 2008.
Canada at Canary Wharf
The bubble (or dome) has burst on to Reuters Plaza at Canary Wharf. Those exiting Canary Wharf tube station between January 21st and February 17th 2008 will be able to step into Canada and ask the Canada Ambassadors all about what the country has to offer.
Bermuda - The ultimate romantic escape
Couples searching for the ultimate romantic escape this Valentine’s Day need look no further than the sensual paradise isle of Bermuda.
Discover China off the beaten track
Travellers looking for a unique travel experience in 2008 should take a look at China, one of the world’s emerging travel hot spots. New tour operator, China Holidays features over 20 destinations throughout the country.
UK marathon gives to local charities
Eastbourne charities get set for a boost this week as the Beachy Head Marathon donates more than £2000 to all the volunteer groups who helped to make the 2007 event such a huge success. More than 1700 runners, joggers and walkers took over the South Downs for the sixth Beachy Head Marathon last October, an event which regularly donates surpluses to charity.
Valentines breaks in Latin America
Venice is so unoriginal, New York is so cold, and Paris is now just so easy! If you really want to wow your loved one, then look no further than the following sexy Valentine’s Day breaks in Latin America.
High on Romance, low on Dosh? Antwerp’s a diamond deal
For any lover high on romance, but low on cash (and who isn’t just after Christmas) here’s some great news. Antwerp – Europe’s diamond capital can bring a sparkle to any Valentine’s proposal, save you money and it won’t cost a heart-sinking load to get there either.
Discover the Byzantine origins of Ravenna & Venice
Unravel the mysteries of Ravenna and Venice’s Byzantine origins on The Travellers’ Club eight day tour (8-15 March 2008) bookable through Prestige Holidays.