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8 December 2012

7 End of the World Destinations

If you’re going to experience the apocalypse, which will occur on December 21, you may as well do some travelling and face the world’s end somewhere good. So here’s a ...
7 December 2012

Festive Travel: 10 UK Cottages for Christmas and New Year

Whether you’re looking for somewhere romantic to snuggle up in front of a roaring fire or in search of the perfect party house for New Year, the National Trust has ...
4 December 2012

The Northern Lights: Top tips and Alternative Trips to get the Most out of the Aurora Borealis

There are many stories of expensive Northern Lights excursions which resulted in nothing but looking at clouds, but 2012-2013 is the Solar Max period, which means that the chances of ...
28 November 2012

Christmas Trees Around the Globe

Don't just see the Christmas tree you're going to have in your own home this year, visit them around the world. Here we have the best ones to go and ...
25 November 2012

Wanderlust Magazine Uncovers the best 50 Trips for 2013

Wanderlust Magazine, the bible for adventurous travellers, has named its Best 50 Trips for travel next year including holidays to Iraq, Southern Sudan and North Korea Research for the list involved ...
23 November 2012

Christmas Gifts: England's best Breaks

Take pity on relatives who have continued to muster enthusiasm for hastily bought and wrapped autobiographies and luxury bathing gift sets year after year. Show them you care and go ...
21 November 2012

9 Movies Featuring or Inspired by Destinations in England

The Kent Marshes and a Berkshire stately home star alongside Helena Bonham Carter in Great Expectations, due for release on 30 November 2012. This is just one of a series ...
19 November 2012

St John's Canada: Big-City Luxury and Small-Town Charm (VIDEO)

St. John's, the capital of the Canadian province of Newfoundland and Labrador, is the perfect combination of big-city luxury and small-town charm. As the oldest and most easterly city in North ...
17 November 2012

WATCH: Wild Colombia with Nigel Marven - Exclusive Episode Clips

Colombia is a naturalist’s paradise, with more vertebrate species than any other country on Earth, including over 160 species of hummingbird and more than 800 types of frog Brand new and ...
15 November 2012

Lyon Festival of Lights: Need to Know (VIDEO)

This year is the 14th anniversary and nearly 3 million visitors are expected to descend upon the city to see designers, artists, architects, video filmmakers and lighting engineers take over ...
13 November 2012

7 UK Destinations with the Giggle Factor

As the campaign to officially change the name of Cornwall’s highest peak, Brown Willy, back to its original Cornish title of Bronn Wennili hits the headlines, online hotel, travel and ...
13 November 2012

Self-Catering European Christmas Market Breaks from Holiday Lettings

Prague The Prague Christmas Market is one of the most popular places to visit during the festive season. A key ingredient of the festive magic throughout the Czech Republic, the most ...
12 November 2012

Twilight-Inspired Travel: Guide to International Vampires

Follow Bella and Edward around the world from the depths of the Amazon rainforest to the green hills of Ireland in search of vampire allies and amazing film set. The Volturi ...
9 November 2012

House Swapping: London Family Enjoy Stylish Holidays Across the Globe - For Free

Having travelled the world, architect and childrenswear designer Jen Taylor is a recent convert to home swapping. After two wonderful holidays courtesy of Love Home Swap, she vows: “I’ll never ...
7 November 2012

Most Talked-About UK Attractions

TripAdvisor reveals its list of the most talked-about UK attractions in 2012. From museums to galleries and parks, TripAdvisor can reveal the 10 UK attractions with the most traveller reviews written by British visitors. TripAdvisor ...
6 November 2012

Holiday Rentals: Self-Catering Winter Escapes Abroad

Here are six holiday homes perfect for winter escapes: CANARY ISLANDS - El Cactus, LanzaroteConverted from old water storage tanks, this property features stone arches across the ceilings and a lava grotto, ...
5 November 2012

Best Christmas Markets in England

Ever since Charles Dickens penned A Christmas Carol, our idea of Christmas has been characterised by glittering trees, fragrant roast Turkey and rousing carols. Another icon of the festive season is ...
2 November 2012

Top 5 Annual Firework Displays Worldwide

Many Londoners will flock to the Blackheath’s famous display, those in the South East may head to Leeds Castle’s annual ‘Spooktacular’ event, whilst those in Wales might visit what organisers ...
2 November 2012

Friday's Five for Travel: Top TV and Movie Stately Homes in the UK

The UK is famous for its spectacular selection of stately homes and castles which often appear in TV programmes and films. One of the most popular TV genres of the ...
31 October 2012

Prague: Ghosts and Legends

Even without visiting Prague, most people have a good idea of what to expect of the city. The capital of the Czech Republic is famed for its cheap beer and ...
31 October 2012

Hotels Using Unique Scents to make Travel Stays more Memorable

On the surface it may seem like a simple concept, but it's the most powerful way to create and enhance exceptional experiences. That first impression when walking into a hotel environment ...
30 October 2012

Christmas Ice-Skating: England's Top 10 Open-Air Ice Rinks

Whether you’re a natural on the ice or admittedly more of a Bambi, there’s plenty of fun to be had by all – so lace up your skates and slide ...
29 October 2012

Halloween Ideas: Spooky Last Minute Haunts in the UK

Check out this collection of days out, night time adventures and thrilling (and chilling) experiences from ticketing website, GoSeeDo.com, sure to strike fear into even the bravest of souls. Blackpool Tower ...
28 October 2012

Halloween: 10 Scary Hotels Worldwide

Whether you’re looking to stay in the UK or travel abroad, these spook-tacular hotels are guaranteed to send a chill down the spine of even the most thrill-seeking travellers. 1. ...