Types of trip
Clued up families should head to the South Lakes for Christmas
Clued up Christmas fans need to head to the South Lakes, in Cumbria over the coming weeks, to test out their skills of detection, meet up with Santa and enjoy some traditional Yuletide experiences, ranging from clog dancing, to crafts.
Mallorca Farmhouses celebrates 20 years
In celebration of its 20th Anniversary, luxury accommodation specialists, Mallorca Farmhouses, has divided its entire portfolio into two new-look stylish brochures as well as devised a new company logo.
THL drives to reduces emissions
Tourism Holdings Ltd (THL) – New Zealand’s premier tourism operator and the largest motorhome rental supplier – has taken the lead in meeting tough new exhaust emission standards set by VTNZ.
Zaha Hadid opens Europe's first city to mountain link
Award winning London based architect Zaha Hadid says she “imitated nature” when designing the five separate terminal structures which make up the new funicular link from the centre of Innsbruck to connect with the cable car at the Hungerburg station on the adjacent mountains.
Ski India programme is set to take you higher
Specialist UK tour operator to India, Indus Tours have launched a new winter programme, ‘Ski India’ to the small alpine village of Gulmarg on the world’s highest peaks in Kashmir for the forthcoming 2007/2008 season.
Winter breaks to Norway and the Pulpit Rock
After a disappointing summer, it is not surprising that winter breaks are becoming increasingly popular, and at DFDS Seaways the choice is vast. So why not book a trip today and explore Stavanger in Norway and its natural beauty on a three night short hotel cruise break from Newcastle.
Inghams drops the Euro
Inghams earlier this week launched their new Short Break brochure, offering a wide selection of travel options and accommodation for short break holidays. Drawing on 17 years experience in operating short break holidays, the new brochure has a fresh, contemporary and easy to use design, helping the discerning traveller to find whatever they are looking for.
The Villa Book discovers paradise in Positano
A recent addition to The Villa Book’s enticing Amalfi Coast programme is the magnificent Palazzo Santa Croce. Dating from the early 1700’s, this sumptuous Baroque style Palazzo is situated high in Positano, about 10 – 15 minutes walk up from the town and beach, and with the most wonderful views over the town, the dramatic coastline and the sea.
Travel east for the best ski deals
Costs may have tumbled in the USA but bargain-hunting skiers will find the best value by travelling east to Bulgaria, Romania and Slovenia, according to the Ski Resort Report by Post Office Travel Services.
Beat the bugs when holidaying this winter
Don’t Bug Me! Patch is a brand new way to bust biting bugs. It harnesses the powerful effect of Vitamin B1 to repel biting insects that can’t stand the smell. Luckily for humans, the scent of Vitamin B1 is barely noticeable and not unpleasant. One patch gives up to 36 hours’ protection from mosquitoes, ticks, chiggers, sand fleas and all manner of pesky, biting insects.
Late availability for Christmas and New Year
Enjoy a last minute getaway with English Heritage holiday cottages for a luxurious and relaxing Christmas or New Year break. Guests staying at the holiday cottages for Christmas Day will be treated to a Marks & Spencer 'Sumptuous Selections' Hamper worth £99. Each cottage will be tastefully decorated with a John Lewis pre-lit Christmas tree.
New short breaks guide to Royal Windsor
A new short breaks guide to Windsor and the Royal Borough, Berkshire (England) features a heritage walking trail leading from Windsor Castle, across the Thames to Eton College helping visitors to discover over a thousand years of history.
Free hotel stays for Christmas Day
Hotelopia, the online hotel booking specialist is officially reducing the pressure of where to spend Christmas by offering hundreds of free peak season hotel nights for December 25th in a selection of European destinations (arguing relatives, not included).
India tea tour is sure to infuse holidaymakers
Specialist tour operator, Indus Tours, in conjunction with Glenburn Tea Estate UK office, have launched a new tour - A History of Tea’ - to appeal to even the most discerning of tea drinkers.
Spectacular air dynamics return in 2008
The biggest seafront airshow in the world will return to Eastbourne seafront next year from 14-17 August with four days of action packed flying to entertain visitors.