Articles tagged with: beach-holidays
‘A new dawn’ for Necker Island, open again after fire
The Great House on Necker Island, the private home of Sir Richard Branson and part of the Virgin Limited Edition collection, has completed its renovation after a fire destroyed it in 2011.
Where to go for late summer sun in the Mediterranean
Worried that you’ve missed the boat when it comes to taking a summer holiday? We may have said goodbye to the spell of sunny weather here in the UK, but the mercury is still rising all across the Mediterranean if you want to fit in a sunbathe before the cold, autumnal days set in.
Destination of the week: Yorkshire
Why we’re loving Yorkshire this week:
Waldorf Astoria Ras Al Khaimah to open in the UAE
Waldorf Astoria Hotels & Resorts has announced the opening of Waldorf Astoria Ras Al Khaimah, the brand's first hotel in the UAE.
San Blas: A Caribbean Odyssey
Ben Taub recounts his journey from Panama to Colombia around the deadly Darien Gap
Destination of the week: Bournemouth
Here's why we're loving Bournemouth this week… Britain has been basking in glorious sunshine and soaring temperatures over the past two weeks and when it does actually get hot here, there’s nothing Britons love more than hitting the beach.
Top 5 urban beaches in the UK
Not sure you’ll be able to make it to the seaside this summer? You can still enjoy a day at the beach in many cities across the UK, complete with real sand, deckchairs and traditional beach games!
Gallery: Summer picks from the National Trust in pictures
From secluded coves to open, sandy bays, here are some of the best National Trust places to enjoy this summer:
Hot spot: Lough Eske Castle Hotel & Spa, Donegal
As I made my way through emerald-green countryside, the rugged Blue Stack Mountains in the distance lit up in a glorious golden glow as the sun punched through the misty clouds above, I could see straight away why Donegal is one of the most popular destinations in Ireland to get away from it all.
Private beach paradise in Barbuda
Miles of beach paradise is now available for private hire at North Beach Barbuda. For groups of friends and families looking for a stress-free way to holiday together, this beautiful stretch of sand on the sleepy island of Barbuda, neighbouring Antigua in the Caribbean, is a quirky and laid back alternative for up to fifteen people.
Liguria has most Blue Flag beaches in Italy for 2013
The region of Liguria in north-west Italy, otherwise known as the ‘Italian Riviera’, is officially is home to the most Blue Flag beaches of any region in Italy for the fourth year in a row.
Gallery: 10 of England’s cleanest beaches in pictures
With the announcement that 55 English beaches have been awarded Blue Flag status, we pick out some of the best:
55 English beaches gain Blue Flag Award
A total of 55 English beaches have gained ‘Blue Flag’ status in the 2013 Blue Flag and Seaside Awards, Keep Britain Tidy has today announced.
Interview: Simon Reeve’s Australia
We last saw author, presenter and modern-day adventurer Simon Reeve circling the Indian Ocean, where he encountered pirates, dived with sharks, and explored some of the most beautiful islands on earth. Luckily for us, he is back on our TV screens this Sunday with a brand new series – Simon Reeve’s Australia.
Wallace & Gromit to inspire Brits to holiday at home
Wallace & Gromit are starring in a new domestic marketing campaign, designed to inspire Britons to take a holiday at home this year.
Tunisia launches European ad campaign
Tunisia’s national tourist office has launched a major new ad campaign aimed at European travellers.
Destination of the week: Fiji
Why we’re loving Fiji this week:
Top 5 best value summer holiday destinations
From the bustling streets of historic Budapest, to the lush tea plantations of Sri Lanka, here’s where cash-strapped Brits should be heading to this summer:
Guide to Croatia’s islands: Which one is for you?
Whether you're after an action-packed holiday or a luxurious escape, here's a handy guide to Croatia's best islands:
Save £600 on a luxury Madagascar trip in high season
Rainbow Tours has reduced the cost of an 11-night Southern Madagascar Forest & Beach Holiday by £600 per person for departures between June 25th and July 31st. This is high season in Madagascar, but the offer brings this holiday down to its low-season price of £3,890 per person.
25% off Mauritius holidays
Beachcomber Tours are offering 25 per cent off all their hotels in Mauritius for travel through to December 29th 2013 when booked by March 31st .
Last-minute Easter holiday ideas
It’s not too late to book a last minute break! We’ve picked out some of the best holiday s on offer, from spotting killer whales in Iceland to cycling in Liguria.
Escaping winter in balmy Bermuda
A portrait of a young Queen Elizabeth II gazes over all who pass through security at Bermuda's LF Wade International airport, a royal welcome for visitors to Britain's oldest overseas territory in a room that wouldn't look out of place in an English stately manor.
Zanzibar beach break
Rainbow Tours have reduced the price of a week’s holiday to Zanzibar between now and June 30th by £300 per person, when booked by March 31st.
Rent a piece of coastal history in Suffolk
A 200-year-old Martello tower, located on a remote stretch of coastline, is newly available for holiday lets this summer with Suffolk Secrets.
