Once again at this year’s Isle of Wight Cycling Festival (running from 18th – 26th September) will be the scene of the legendary Hills Killer Challenge. The ultimate off-road cycling endurance challenge, the Hills Killer Challenge has a choice of three, seven or fourteen hills, combining orienteering, cycling skills and strength, in a race against the clock. Last year over 300 competitors took part, from beginners to Hills Killer veterans Read More ...
If you’ve just got back from your holiday, chances are you’ll already be looking forward to the next one. There’s no better cure for the post-holiday blues than booking cheap flights ahead of your next getaway – whether that be a city break, one or two weeks in the sun or a far-flung adventure lasting for a month or more. Despite the recession flight tickets have remained cheap; figures have Read More ...
We all enjoy being pampered every now and then. That’s exactly what many of us look for in a holiday; to be able to fully relax and forget about everyday life in a world away from all the stresses and worries of work. The first way to ensure this is the case is to stay in a luxurious hotel for the duration of your break, and if you’re planning to Read More ...
Millions of Britons will run up against travelling chaos over the Bank Holiday weekend due to traffic jams, bad weather, and strike threats that will create a perfect situation for gridlock on the roads. Over 52% of the British population is planning to take a short trip away even in the face of poor weather according to a survey. Most motorists plan to attempt to get around the traffic jams Read More ...
Long gone are the days of caravan holidays bringing up the vision of a group of people confined to a small space playing cards on a rainy day. Caravan holidays are now one of the largest growing holiday industries. Caravan holidaying is the perfect holiday solution, with as much fresh air and freedom you could ever ask for. Caravan holidays were once thought of as cheap home alternatives to the Read More ...
British holiday planners have had a heck of a year with the continual British Airway strikes and volcanic ash cloud formation disturbing plenty of flight plans and stranding thousands. Many of those who were stranded were forced to pay extra nights in accommodation or if they had not yet departed, forced to give up holiday plans altogether with or without a refund. Even more, this year plenty of holiday companies Read More ...
Adrenaline-filled ways to discover the wild world Whether you’re looking for an unusual way to spend your Christmas gift vouchers or just daydreaming, here are some of the world’s top experiences which combine nature and adrenaline: 1) Shark Diving Sharks are the biggest and most notorious fish of them all, and a must-see for anyone with a love of the underwater world. Shark diving is often done in a cage, Read More ...
There´s so much more to Lanzarote than just beaches and great weather. Which is why this small Canary Island is one of the hottest travel destinations in Spain. Here we take a look at how to get the best out of your break on the island. Eat Out At The Devils Diner Watch your food being cooked by the heat of a volcano! Lanzarote is home to some of the Read More ...
The English Riviera is a popular destination choice for Brits across the country along with people from abroad and with 22 miles of glorious coastline, fantastic accommodation and superb restaurants it is an ideal place for a romantic getaway. Need some ideas whilst you are there? Try the following: What could be better than a coastal walk with your loved one? Walking hand in hand whilst capturing the breathtaking scenery Read More ...
Hiring a car when you are on holiday is a great way to get around and visit different areas, however sometimes not doing your research means you could end up paying a lot more than you had hoped to. Research conducted by travelsupermarket.com shows that prices can rise dramatically in the summer months, whilst it was also found that it’s worth being as flexible as possible when it comes to Read More ...
Toss aside the endless emails and your next meeting and think about the fact that you could be out somewhere in the Outback catching koalas or tagging sharks. Australia is now advertising a wide array of weird jobs in an effort to lure those that are bored with their lives in the UK to head Down Under for a different type of working holiday. While the rest of the world Read More ...
British holidaymakers will be forced to deal with chaos after air traffic controllers in Spain announced that they will strike for at least three days in August. The controllers are protesting an increase in the number of hours that they will now have to work along with shortened shift breaks in order to earn their annual £167,000 salary. The controllers are represented by the USCA union that held a ballot Read More ...
