Articles tagged with: summer-holidays
Eurostar’s summer services to Avignon open for sale
Following the success of Eurostar’s trial service to Lyon and Provence last spring, Eurostar’s annual summer services direct to Avignon in the South of France will open for sale tomorrow.
Top 5 destinations for 2014
Need some inspiration for where to jet off to in 2014? A host of global events are shining a spotlight on the following destinations…
Tourism boost for England during summer 2013
Yesterday at the ABTA Travel Convention 2013 held in Dubrovnik, VisitEngland, announced the latest tourism figures for summer this year, revealing a boost in tourism numbers during this past summer.
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:
Thrill-seeking in the Canadian Rockies
Charlene Mitchell discovers an adventure-seeker’s paradise in the Canadian Rockies.
Gallery: What’s on in the UK in August – in pictures
Here's what exciting events and festivals are happening in the UK this month:
A blissful break by the bisses in Nendaz, Switzerland
Nendaz, a popular ski resort in winter, really comes alive in summer when you can discover the ancient network of bisses, as Sarah Gibbons discovers.
Svalbard: Chancing it in the Arctic
Ben Taub explores one of the most remote and unforgiving landscapes on Earth – Svalbard – and discovers that little has changed since the first Arctic explorers arrived on its frozen and wildlife-rich lands.
Gallery: Swiss traditions in Nendaz: The Alphorn Festival
Every year in July, Nendaz – located in the heart of the Valais region in Switzerland – is transformed into a living scene of Swiss traditions and folklore. Over an entire weekend, more than 150 alphorn players meet in the resort to take part in the annual International Alphorn Festival, which also features traditional Swiss dancing, parades, craftsmanship and competitions.
Top 10 summer skiing destinations
Not sure you can wait until the next ski season for your snowsports fix? Contrary to popular belief, it is possible to ski during the summer months – on glaciers!
VisitEngland joins forces with the Forestry Commission
VisitEngland, the national tourist board, and the Forestry Commission have today launched a campaign to promote summer holidays in and around England’s woods and forests.
Quirky UK summer retreats
Looking for a unique holiday rental in the UK with plenty of character? We pick out our favourites for the summer:
All inclusive: How much are you really saving?
All inclusive breaks are the go-to holiday type for those on a budget, but new research from Post Office Travel Money has revealed that they don’t cut costs as much as you might think.
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:
Kids vote for best family attractions in new guide
A guide to the best family attractions in the UK – ‘The UK, Our Way’ – has launched, featuring a range of destinations and attractions that have been voted for by children as the nation’s top spots.
A mini guide to Britain’s 15 National Parks
With temperatures nudging a toasty 30°C this week it’s time to get out and enjoy the Great Outdoors! Great Britain boasts 15 stunning National Parks, protecting the UK’s most spectacular landscapes and treasured wildlife. As National Parks Week approaches (July 29th to August 4th) we take a look at what each of Great Britain’s 15 'breathing spaces' has to offer.
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.
A short break in the ‘Pink City’ of Toulouse
Esme Fox heads to the charming southern French city of Toulouse to experience its annual Fête de la Musique and to see what else the ‘Pink City’ has to offer.
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.
Competition: Win sunglasses and a £50 Love2Shop voucher!
The summer holidays are nearly here!
Gallery: Top 15 surf spots around the world in pictures
To celebrate International Surf Day, we've picked out some of the best surf destinations around the world.
Up to 50% off Turkey holidays with Anatolian Sky
Anatolian Sky Holidays, specialists in the lesser-known and unspoilt resorts of Turkey, has reduced the price of a number of breaks departing in late June and early July by as much as 50 per cent.
Mediterranean cruise onboard new Royal Princess
Tour operator DialAFlight is offering a 12-night Mediterranean cruise onboard the brand new Royal Princess from £1,389 per person.
Gallery: The magic of the Midnight Sun
After the long light-deprived polar nights, the Arctic Circle is lit up in a continuous golden glow during the summer months, when the sun doesn’t set for months on end – creating the phenomenon known as the ‘midnight sun’.
