Travel Trends

26 April 2013

UK Music Festivals: Swap Your Tent For a Hotel

Hotels4u.com is expecting to see a spike in hotel bookings around key UK festivals this summer, as music lovers flock to festivals up and down the country. After last year’s disappointing ...
25 April 2013

6 of the Best West Country Thatched Holiday Cottages

Close your eyes for a moment and picture your dream holiday cottage. Many conjure up images of quaint country cottages dripping with golden thatch overhanging windows and doors garlanded with ...
24 April 2013

Perfect Honeymoon Destination: Fiji

Do you dream of the perfect honeymoon with white sand beaches, swaying palm trees, clear waters and romantic resorts? Now those honeymoon dreams don’t have to be just fantasies; they ...
23 April 2013

St George's Day: 10 England Hotels Named After The Patron Saint

In celebration of St George’s Day TripAdvisor has put together a list of some of the top hotels in England named after the country’s very own patron saint. TripAdvisor spokesperson, Emma ...
21 April 2013

St George’s Day: England’s Best Bucket List Experiences

The world’s largest greenhouses and its best mountain biking routes, a first edition of Shakespeare’s sonnets and Europe’s first international dark sky reserve all help make up VisitEngland’s “101 things ...
20 April 2013

St George’s Day: Events and Activities to Celebrate in England

VisitEngland is on a mission to put St George’s Day firmly on the map. In the wake of recent national celebrations for the Royal Wedding, Diamond Jubilee and of course ...
18 April 2013

Cottages4You: Top 5 Most Viewed Holiday Properties

Whether you’re looking to book a UK break to make the most of the warmer weather, or you’re after a getaway to the continent, you better be quick if you ...
17 April 2013

Best European Music Festivals in Summer 2013

The traditional Great British festival means unpredictable weather, wellies and waterproofs and the possibility of an uncomfortable night’s sleep. Fear not, we’ve picked some of the best festivals to visit ...
16 April 2013

Germany: 5 Best Holiday Destinations

Winding rivers, huge forests and urban spaces - Germany well and truly combines beautiful landscapes, traditional culture and modern living, for visitors to experience. To help you get plan your holiday ...
16 April 2013

10 Best Honeymoon Hotels in The World

A honeymoon is the one time in life to really push the boat out and head somewhere that pulls out all the stops to make your post-wedding break as romantic ...
15 April 2013

England: 10 Places for an Al Fresco-Style Culture Fix in Spring

With temperatures hitting highs of 20 Degrees Celsius this week, it seems that spring is finally here. Phew. It’s time to ditch the woolly hat and gloves, stop hibernating indoors ...
14 April 2013

Mini Speed Boating in Boston (VIDEO)

BOSTON: NEW ENGLAND’S GATEWAY CITY The gateway to New England, Boston, is the capital of Massachusetts.  The oldest major city in the USA, it was founded by English settlers in 1630. Since ...
13 April 2013

New England: History and Heritage (VIDEO)

History is everywhere in New England, and many attractions bring it to life in a way that is fun and fresh. From the simple huts of Plimoth Plantation to the ...
11 April 2013

6 Best ‘Made in Chelsea’ Hotels (And The MIC Cast's Favourite Hangouts)

Just in time for season five of Made in Chelsea, which returned to our screens this week, hotel search website www.trivago.co.uk is celebrating all things Chelsea with a list of ...
6 April 2013

Japan: 5 Best Holiday Hotels and Resorts

Expedia.co.uk has reported a significant increase in UK visitor numbers to Japan, showing the country has recovered strongly since the earthquake of 2011. Following significant efforts from the Japan National Tourism Organization ...
5 April 2013

11 Best Greek Islands

Best Greek Islands: Kos Beautiful azure waters of Kos An island that's perfect for cycling with its many trails as well as for the more adventurous who want to windsurf, Kos s a Greek island ...
4 April 2013

British Celebrities Reveal Their Favourite UK Spots for National Trust

Celebrities are used to life in front of the lens but this spring stars from the world of sport, film and TV are taking a turn behind the camera and ...
3 April 2013

Switzerland: 5 Best Holiday Destinations

An elegant and stylish destination, Switzerland infuses gorgeous green lands with lively urban areas making it perfect for outdoor adventure and a modern city break. Here are five destinations you should ...
2 April 2013

The 10 Best Islands in Europe

TripAdvisor has announced the winners of its inaugural 2013 Travellers’ Choice Islands Awards, based entirely on feedback from millions of TripAdvisor travellers. While the ideal island break for some may be one ...
1 April 2013

30 Amazing Places to Visit Before You Turn 30 (In Pictures)

Skogafoss Waterfall, Iceland Skógafoss is a breathtaking waterfall situated in the south of Iceland at the cliffs of the former coastline. Cubic Houses, Rotterdam An architectural wonder, these elevated, tree house-like yellow Cube ...
30 March 2013

Egypt: 5 Best Holiday Destinations in the Red Sea Riviera

A year-round destination where you’re guaranteed sun, white sand beaches and crystal clear seas, alongside incredible history and culture – for your next dose of relaxation in warmer climes, we ...
29 March 2013

The 10 Best Islands in the World

TripAdvisor has announced the winners of its inaugural 2013 Travellers’ Choice Islands Awards, based entirely on feedback from millions of TripAdvisor travellers. Here are the islands that made the top ten for ...
29 March 2013

Last-Minute Easter Staycations: Cosy Cottage and All-Weather Holiday Homes

If you’re looking to make the most of the Easter holidays whatever the weather, the cottages4you website lets you search for cosy cottages with wood-burning stoves or real fires to ...
28 March 2013

8 Beautiful Windmills for Private Holidays

Windmill properties can provide great holidays away from the hotel crowds. For a more private travel experience check out these eight stunning windmills as chosen by TripAdvisor (gallery below).   Hilltop ...