Air travel – it’s a simple as book, pack, fly. Or is it? Behind the scenes, there’s a whole army of people that come together to get each customer in the air. In fact, 96 people – as research from British Airways reveals. To coincide with its latest ‘To Fly. To Serve’ campaign, British Airways […]
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Walking in Symonds Yat, Forest of Dean


Something Britain prides itself on is its luscious and diverse countryside. If you are a lover of wandering amongst the natural beauty of Britain, Symonds Yat offers many walks with spectacular views. Symonds Yat is a popular tourist destination just a few miles from the Welsh border and straddles the River Wye in the Forest […]
What facilities are most important to holidaying silver surfers?


The popular stereotype would have you believe that younger people are all heading off to foreign climes in search of fun and adventure while the older generation are content to stay at home. In reality, the facts and figures don’t support this preconception. More than a third of holidays are taken by over 50s and […]
Great UK Beach Campsites


The British know a thing or two about holidays abroad but for many of us, one of the best things about living in the UK is the fantastic diversity of our coastline. Well, we may not have the best weather but that does not deter us Brits from going out and making the most of […]
Top 5 Horse Riding Holiday Hotspots in the UK


What better way to explore the British landscape than from the lofty perch of your own horse? Places to stay with your equine friend are dotted all across the country as horse riding holidays in the UK are becoming more popular. With a bit of cheap horse insurance and the required moving equipment, you can […]
Thomas Cook Streamlining


Troubled holiday travel agent Thomas Cook has found its shares have surged 14% after it announced details of its turnaround strategy. Thomas Cook are hoping to save £350m by 2015, mainly through cutting store numbers and focusing more on internet sales. The travel group have said they would cut 2,500 jobs in the UK and […]
A Guide to Winter Cruise Deals


Most people do not think about cruise holidays during the fall or winter. But, in fact, that is the best time to start searching for winter cruise deals. Book Early or Book Late When considering a cruise holiday, there are two options for the best deals out there; either book months in advance or at […]
Golf Holidays in The Algarve


Golf enthusiasts scour all the best locations around the world for golf courses, and as a result, many wonderful hotels and golf resorts cater for this group of perpetually travelling golfers. One of the main places for golf holidays and golf breaks is Portugal, and more specifically the Algarve. While many will think of the […]