Types of trip
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.
An authentic Arabian adventure
The golden sands of the Wahiba in Oman have fascinated travellers throughout the ages. The vast expanse of Oman’s desert can now be a memorable and luxurious base for those seeking an unique desert adventure with the newly opened Desert Nights Camp, a destination situated at Camp Al Wasil.
Lose your heart, but not your head in Paris
Lose your heart in Paris if you like, but don’t lose your head. It may be a city for lovers, but it doesn’t have to cost a fortune. Being smart about making the most of budget travel can really pay off.
Hit the Florida highways with Keycamp holidays
While most boy racers eventually have to hang up the keys to their Ferraris when they have kids, becoming a dad doesn’t necessarily have to mean the end to driving fantasies – especially now Keycamp has just launched its new family-friendly motorhome holidays to Florida.
Save up to 20% with a DFDS Seaways Center Parcs trip
With sensational settings in hundreds of acres of woodland, water and a wealth of activities, Center Parcs Europe in conjunction with DFDS Seaways offers an unforgettable family holiday.
Loch Ness unleashes the water horse
Scottish folklore is steeped in tales of magical and monstrous creatures believed to haunt the rivers and lochs of Scotland, yet it is the mystery of Nessie, the Water Horse or Loch Ness Monster which continues to capture everyone’s attention.
European Rail - Driving train travel forward
There is no reliable information, but it is believed that St Pancras was born and brought up by his uncle in Rome. He was executed at age 14 for his faith. How appropriate that you should start your journey to Rome from the new St Pancras International station!
Activity holidays with DFDS Seaways
Escape the everyday routine of home and enjoy a range of new adventures and activities on a great activity holiday with DFDS Seaways. Get back to nature with DFDS Seaways’ variety of resorts and different types of activity but each with its own appeal.
Love is in the air in Bristol
It’s the season for red roses, teddy bears and heart-shaped chocolates, but before booking that table for two at your nearest Italian restaurant, why not treat your loved one to something unique this Valentine’s Day?
Visit Brum for family fun
With half term and Easter so close together, families will be looking for places to visit and new experiences to enjoy and where better to go than Europe’s Youngest City – Birmingham!
Chinese New Year hits the right note in Birmingham
Birmingham will be snapping open the fortune cookies to welcome the Chinese New Year. Firecrackers, music and traditional Dragon Dance all kick off the official Year of the Rat celebrations in Birmingham’s Chinese Quarter.
Yearlong celebrations for Scotland’s most famous poet
One 18th century Scottish poet, 312 credited songs, 37 years of life, 15 years of romancing, the acknowledged father of 14 children and still celebrated throughout the world each year on the 25 January - it is little wonder Homecoming Scotland is marketing the 250th anniversary of Robert Burns with a year long programme of events in 2009.