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California Tourism partners with Vue Cinemas
California Tourism has partnered with Vue Cinemas to sponsor preview screenings of blockbuster films in 2008. Films, kicking off with Sweeney Todd: The Demon Barber of Fleet Street, starring Johnny Depp, on the 19th of January, will be shown at Vue Cinemas across the country prior to general release, allowing cinema-goers the opportunity to see some of the biggest releases of 2008 first.
Qantas Holidays launches new look website
Travellers looking to holiday in Australia, New Zealand or Asia this year should visit Qantas Holidays’ new look web site (qantas.co.uk/holidays) for the widest choice of holiday options and sightseeing tours and discounts of up to £150 available on selected touring options booked by January 31, 2008.
Late availability for January sunshine
There’s still an opportunity to book a luxury holiday in Thailand with Skyros, the leading holistic holiday company. Arrive on the 27th of January to bright sunshine, pure relaxation, great company and a wide range of courses and activities including yoga, massage, creativity workshops and life coaching.
Five fab little-known French resorts
With plenty of snow in the French Alps, 2008 is gearing up to be a fantastic season. But where can you go to escape the crowds? Lucy Crisp lifts the lid on five little-known resorts linked up to larger networks for unlimited skiing without the hordes.
Super holiday rentals in Malta
Super Holiday Rentals have recently added a number of new holiday apartments on Malta to their portfolio of vacation rental properties. The new properties are the latest addition to the Super Holiday Rentals collection of holiday villas in Malta.
Ride with the Simpsons direct to Florida
Well known and respected Florida specialist Travel City Direct is giving away DVD’s of The Simpsons Movie to celebrate the opening of the new Simpsons ride at Universal Orlando Resort later this year.
Brits beat January blues with holiday booking boom
Monday saw record numbers of online holiday bookings as the UK returned back to work after the festive season. As millions of workers returned to work after the Christmas break, internet booking sites were bombarded with enquiries from people keen to beat the post-holiday blues.
Sir Edmund Hillary Alpine Centre opens in New Zealand
The Sir Edmund Hillary Alpine Centre has just opened at the Hermitage Aoraki Mount Cook, South Island, New Zealand, designed to showcase the pioneering heart of New Zealand's national identity.
New in the Florida Keys & Key West for 2008
Key West’s historic Casa Marina Resort & Beach Club, located on a private Atlantic Ocean beach, has completed a $43 million renovation that introduces a luxurious modern style while honouring the landmark property’s rich history.
Ski Norway - Powder until May
This winter, why not try skiing in Norway rather than the more traditional European resorts that us Brits head to. DFDS Seaways has a fantastic range of ski packages. Sailing from Newcastle upon Tyne to Bergen in Norway, the resort of Voss is a short train / car / coach drive away – depending on the package you choose.
Australia Day – Celebrate in style!
Australia Day, 26 January, is the anniversary of when Captain Arthur Phillip, raised the British flag at Sydney Cove to commemorate the arrival of European settlement to Australia in 1788. Today, the event has become the single largest event in the nation – a time for Australians to celebrate.
Prices set to rocket for holidays in Malta & Cyprus?
The eurozone got bigger this week as two of the most popular destinations – Malta and Cyprus - joined Europe’s currency club. But, if history repeats itself, this could prove bad news for UK holidaymakers, according to Post Office Travel Services.
London welcomes year of the rat
10th February 2008 marks Chinese New Year, and this year’s celebrations both in London and China are set to be bigger and better than ever. ‘China in London’ will celebrate Chinese art, heritage and culture, with performances and exhibitions held at venues throughout the city.
Relax and be pampered in Hartland North Devon
Recover from the festive season with a relaxing two night pamper break at Downe Health Spa and Cottages in North Devon for just £279 per person. Downe Cottages are located on the Hartland Peninsula featuring the stunning coastline and scenery starring in the BBC’s current production of Sense and Sensibility.
Brits take to the high seas in record numbers
The British cruise market is experiencing an unprecedented boom – never before has there been such a huge variety of ships, themes, ports and price points. Cruising proved to be a huge growth area for the travel industry last year and the pace looks set to continue in 2008.