Types of trip
Party time in Florida’s Key West
There is still time for fans of the flamboyant to join in the wacky wonderland of Key West’s Fantasy Fest. Themed “Gnomes, Toads & White Rabbit Tea Parties,” the wild romp is from Friday 19th to Sunday 28th October. Last-minute holidays are available from £869 per person with Virgin Holidays.
Trick or treat?
Halloween has become so much fun it’s a shame to restrict it to just one night! Treat your kids to four nights of pumpkin fun on a choice of dates throughout October. Haven and British Holidays parks all around the UK are offering a four night ‘Fright Fest’ from as little as £79 for a family of up to six people, available on October 8th, 15th, 22nd and 29th.
Rest assured, you’ll be pleased you planned ahead
There are still places left on Martin Bell's ski camp in Zermatt, offering exhilarating courses for adventurous and confident 11 - 15 year olds to combine technique training with free skiing on untouched slopes. The former British champion takes participants through their paces on the slopes by scrutinising their twists and turns with video analysis throughout Martin Bell's masterclass.
A new guide for luxury market travellers
Inspired Destinations. Unique Experiences. Navigate Oceania has announced the launch of the Navigate Luxury Collection Guide, a directory of 9 suggested itineraries themed around 26 of the most inspired destinations in New Zealand and Fiji. Luxury Collection itineraries include Food & Wine, Chic, Spa Destinations, Luxury Golf, Eco Wilderness Adventures, Art & Architecture, Family Fun, Best Bed & Breakfast Discoveries, and Trout Fishing Adventures.
Groupe Pierre & Vacances release new ski brochure
Groupe Pierre & Vacances has released its new UK P&V ski brochure for Winter 07/8. This is the first time the new style branding has been seen in the UK. P&V is the new umbrella brand for the 5 diverse product ranges belonging to the group.
Ironbridge hosts Blacksmiths Experience Day
If you have ever fancied having a go on a blacksmith’s anvil, then this is your chance. The historic wrought ironworks at Blists Hill Victorian Town in the Ironbridge Gorge, Shropshire is the setting for a brand new Blacksmithing Experience Day. Dates are planned through the autumn to March 2008.
Cruise into the New Year in style
It’s getting to that time of year where if you haven’t got your New Year’s Eve plans sorted you really should start thinking about it. Why not celebrate New Year 2008 in style on a two night New Year Cruise break to Amsterdam, complete with Gala Dinner, Champagne reception, free bar both journeys and sightseeing in Amsterdam.
Mix modern with traditional in Denmark this Christmas
Aarhus, the second largest city in Denmark and the capital of Jutland can really provide the sense of the old-fashioned Christmas that so many of us are longing to rediscover. Flight times to Denmark are less than two hours, making it ideal for a pre-Christmas weekend away. The city centre is very easy to explore on foot and it offers some of the best shopping experiences in Denmark.
Luxury adventures in Africa
Bales Worldwide is launching its largest Africa programme to date for 2008/9, with off-the-beaten-track safari options in Tanzania, as well as luxury adventure camping in Botswana, self-drive itineraries in Namibia and an expanded choice of Zambian walking safaris.
Snow fall signals end of summer in Whistler
A week after the end of summer, Mother Nature is switching gears to bring winter to the mountains in a major way. Whistler Blackcomb in Canada received its second dusting of snow in a week this past weekend, with up to 30cm of snow falling in the alpine on Saturday night; the snowline making it all the way to the valley. Another 18cm of snow is expected in the next 24 hours with more forecast throughout the week.
Food and rum - the spirit of St. Lucia
One of the newest additions to St. Lucia’s events calendar is expected to cause a huge stir this year. The second annual Food & Rum Festival, taking place from November Thursday 1st to Sunday 4th, will tantalise the taste buds and create a diverse Caribbean culinary experience for all visitors. The Festival is a gastronomic event which attracts some of the best chefs, wine and rum connoisseurs, food critics and music fans from across the Caribbean and the globe.
Take a closer look at KwaZulu-Natal
KwaZulu-Natal, often referred to as "KZN", is a province of South Africa. The area offers visitors the best of natural wonders and modern facilities, culture and a rich history. All of this is set within a breathtaking landscape which encompasses both coastal and mountain scenery. If this has whetted your appetite, here are 10 more things you probably didn’t know about KwaZulu-Natal…
Savings to be had on holidays to Bermuda
Prestige Holidays has launched its 2008 Bermuda Brochure with 95% of holidays featured cheaper than in 2007 and a selection of these 23% less than last year. A week’s holiday starts from £862 per person at the Grotto Bay Resort for travel between 1 January and 13 March 2008 - a £61 saving on last year’s lead in price.
Healthy Havana
Havana is one of the oldest, grandest and safest cities in the Americas. It is also the perfect place to learn Cuba’s national dance, Salsa. In its enhanced ambience, a local Cuban dance partner will always be there to mentor each Skyros participant’s progress and ensure a high quality learning experience.
Festive fun in Royal Windsor
Windsor and the Royal Borough, Berkshire have an exciting programme of festive activities and events running through December into New Year 2008. The historic towns will take on a special festive atmosphere with open-air ice skating, lantern processions, open-air carol singing, Christmas shopping and a visit by Santa Claus and his helpers.