Types of trip
Look before you book
You can now experience a Powder Byrne holiday from the comfort of your own home at the touch of a button, with Powder Byrne’s unique collection of mini films live on powderbyrne.com. Now you can look before you book and view the company’s bespoke summer and winter product offering and bespoke services from the comfort of your own home.
Hot in Africa for 2008
Whether you’re looking for somewhere in Africa to take the family or a place to share with friends, a beautiful and exclusive Villa, Lodge, Camp or Private House will be the accommodation of choice for 2008.
Bah-Humbug
It may be a time of good will to all men - but a new survey has revealed the 50 things that drive us mad about Christmas. The study by First Choice Holidays asked 3,000 Brits to pick out the things that get up their noses over the festive period.
Rockpool Bar & Grill Sydney to open in 2008
Following the success of their latest restaurant venture in Melbourne, Neil Perry, Trish Richards and David Doyle have announced that they will open Rockpool Bar & Grill Sydney in mid 2008.
Antarctic adventures
Oceanstar are offering an opportunity to experience the breathtaking scenery of ice-choked waterways, glaciers, blue and white icebergs and rugged mountains of Antarctica on a high season January voyage on board the Hanse Explorer, a five-star ice-strengthened expedition cruise vessel, with just 12 passengers.
Contemporary art on show in Glasgow
Glasgow's artists are celebrated internationally, winning the most prestigious awards and selling to the most famous collectors. Thanks to the city's galleries, you don't have to be a wealthy philanthropist to enjoy them first-hand.
Winter specials to Amsterdam
Winter breaks are becoming increasingly popular, and at DFDS Seaways the choice is vast. So why not book a trip today and explore Amsterdam on a two night city cruise break from Newcastle.
Cruise your way into New Year
DFDS Seaways has New Year all wrapped up. No need to worry about slaving over the stove for a dinner party, queue in the rain for taxis or worry about trying to find a baby sitter.
Funny Women Cyprus tour heads to Limassol
Leading comedian Shazia Mirza will be appearing at the Londa Hotel in Limassol Cyprus as part of the Funny Women tour, for a one-off performance. Sponsored by GB Airways, this is a series of events featuring top British female comedy talent from leading promoters of female comedy, Funny Women, all taking place exclusively at the Londa Hotel.
New exhibition celebrates Prince of Wales’ 60th
To celebrate the 60th birthday of His Royal Highness The Prince of Wales in 2008, a special exhibition will be shown at Windsor Castle, the royal home where The Prince spent much of his childhood.
Royal seal of approval for National Forest sculpture
A stunning new sculpture in The National Forest received a royal seal of approval recently. HRH The Earl of Wessex was one of the first visitors to pass through the new iconic entrance way that has been installed at popular Rosliston Forestry Centre in South Derbyshire.
Eastbourne’s new National Express agent
Eastbourne’s Tourist Information Centre, a one stop shop for everything needed when it comes to travelling to, from, and around the seaside resort, adds another service to its belt by becoming the town’s official National Express agent.
Spoil your loved one with a Spa break in Devon
North Devon’s Downe Health Spa is offering the perfect last minute Christmas presents for those wanting to treat someone special in their life – a range of gift certificates for therapies, treatments and Pamper Days and Pamper Breaks starting from as little as £35.
Bales expands Orient programme
Bales Worldwide is launching its largest ‘Orient’ programme yet for 2008/9 with an increased emphasis on tailor made travel choices. New options include getting up close and personal with pandas at Wolong, incredible ice art experiences at the Harbin Ice Festival, and stays in traditional Japanese Ryokens.
Connections launches 2008 programme
Connections (cnww.co.uk), the specialist independent travel division of Titan Travel, has unveiled its collection of holidays to the USA for 2008.