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Lake District becomes ‘Skate District’ as waters freeze over
One of the Lake District’s most iconic Lakes has frozen over. Spectacular Lake Derwentwater at Keswick has become a stark reminder of the big freeze gripping Britain.
Catch the love boat this Valentine's
City Cruises will be creating ripples of romance on the River Thames this Valentine's, with its romantic lunch and dinner cruises on the 13th and 14th of February 2010.
Mandarin Oriental Hyde Park introduces Daniel Boulud cuisine
Mandarin Oriental Hyde Park, London will introduce the award-winning cuisine of Lyon-born chef Daniel Boulud to the UK when Bar Boulud opens in the hotel in Spring 2010. Designed as a French inspired bistro and wine bar, Bar Boulud, London will follow the successful format of Bar Boulud in New York which has achieved significant acclaim.
Bookings take off as Britons pick their parks
Airline-style discounts offered by a major British holiday parks group have seen 2010 bookings rocket by more than 60 percent in the start to the new year.
Five Isle of Wight retreats for Valentine’s romance
As Valentine’s Day falls on a Sunday this year, couples can make a weekend of it by crossing the Solent for a romantic break on the Isle of Wight.
Traditional seaside holidays in Great Yarmouth
Vauxhall Holiday Park has just launched its 2010 brochure for those wanting all that is best in a British seaside holiday.
Cornwall tops 2009 searches on Britainsfinest.co.uk
Britainsfinest.co.uk, the online guide to Britain’s best accommodation and places to visit, says that Cornwall was the most popular place in Britain based on the site’s top searches in the three months to Christmas.
Spotlight on the Lake District
The publicity spotlight has certainly fallen on the Lake District recently – firstly, with an inspiring series dedicated to Wainwright’s walks and now a light-hearted sojourn led by comedian and commentator, Rory McGrath.
Try something new in the National Forest
The National Forest & Beyond Visitor Guide for 2010 is just out - packed with new ideas for things to see and do in this wonderful forest in the making.
‘2 for 1’ breaks on Scotland's West Coast
Great “Winter Warmer” short breaks are on offer throughout January and February at Loch Melfort Hotel, the country house hotel near Oban.
Family fitness fun with Haven Holidays
If your New Year resolution is ‘to keep fit and active’, don’t keep your resolutions to yourself – make it a family action plan.
A New Year, a new you with Skyros
Skyros, ‘the most talked about holistic holiday destination in Europe’, has just announced its 2010 programme. It unfolds in Greece, Cuba, Thailand, Cambodia and the Isle of Wight.
Wicked named best musical of the Noughties
Theatre fans have crowned Wicked the best musical of the last 10 years, in a poll by London theatre breaks website Show-and-Stay.co.uk.
Surprise your Valentine with a romantic get-a-way that lasts
Surprise your partner with the ultimate Valentine’s gift – holidays forever at your own bolthole by the sea.
A London adventure with plenty of ‘cool’
For an adventure with plenty of ‘cool’, don’t miss London’s free ice sculpting festival – the perfect way to start a day out with the London Sightseeing Pass.