Head off to some Eastern European hotspots this year
This week we had some good news after all the recent financial doom & gloom – our pound is at last beginning to flex its muscles. This makes travelling abroad in 2012 an even more attractive option with many Brits doing just this already. Portugal and Spain are currently offering fantastic value for holidays in [...]
Read the whole Article…Plenty to celebrate in 2012 during The Queen’s Diamond Jubilee
This week saw the 60th anniversary of The Queen’s Accession to the throne after her father King George VI died on 6th February 1952 at the age of 53. The Queen marked the day quietly with a visit on Monday to Kings Lynne Town Hall and a local school in Norfolk. However, the real Diamond [...]
Read the whole Article…Ladies – choose somewhere romantic to leap into a proposal!
February is always a romantic time of year with Valentine’s Day – but this year it’s doubly so being a leap year! According to tradition, ladies only get a chance to propose to their man once every four years, so many are inclined to make an occasion of it. Maybe a romantic weekend or short [...]
Read the whole Article…War Horse – you’ve seen the film, read the book, got the t-shirt but have you visited the locations?
It seems everyone’s talking about Stephen Speilberg’s Oscar nominated film, War Horse – the equestrian theme, the beautiful countryside and superb acting have really captured people’s imaginations! And the fact that the film was shot almost entirely in the British countryside can make us Brits feel really proud. The film’s main settings including Dartmoor National [...]
Read the whole Article…Viva L’Espana – your pick of the best value Spanish destinations
There’s no doubt that whilst most of us are looking to save money this year, we’re not prepared to sacrifice our annual holiday in the sun. Research this week by the Post Office has revealed that Spain is the most cost-effective short haul option for British holidaymakers. The report compares the cost of eight essential [...]
Read the whole Article…Top Travel apps for your brand new shiny iPad!
Were you lucky enough to open a brand new iPad this Christmas? It’s estimated that more than 30 million Apple iPads were sold in 2011, final figures could be more – such is the allure of this fantastic gadget. If you were the recipient of an iPad at Christmas you’ll definitely want to take it [...]
Read the whole Article…5 of the best winter flight sales
Did you decide to skip the gifts this Christmas and treat yourself to a break away in the New Year? Or maybe you’ve just hosted for 24 family and friends and you’re ready for a bit of time to yourselves! Either way, there are some great deals to be had on flights at the moment [...]
Read the whole Article…An Idiot Abroad – a fantasy bucket list for 2012
If you haven’t managed to catch up with the Sky Travel TV series, An Idiot Abroad – the great news is the DVD set is out in time for Christmas. If you haven’t come across the programme yet – here’s a brief synopsis. Comedy geniuses, Ricky Gervais and Stephen Merchant decide to send their pal [...]
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