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UK
A Right Royal Day Out
Blenheim Palace has announced the launch of its brand-new Palace and Play Pass, which gives visitors unlimited access to Adventure Play as well as to Blenheim Palace, Park and Gardens*.
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Europe
Spotlight On - Lujo Hotel
The Lujo Hotel in Turkey has just announced its 2024 season with the inauguration of seven new SunSet villas, bringing the total number of private accommodations to 56 in eight distinct levels of excellence. Nestled on the Bodrum coast the property claims to offer unparallelled luxury and comfort and meticulously crafted accommodation guaranteed to offer visitors a serene retreat.
1:00 AM 26th April 2024
Europe
'Bluebird Effect' Boosts Lake District Tourism
Phil Hopkins
Group Travel Editor & Theatre Correspondent
The pulling power of Donald Campbell’s famous jet hydroplane Bluebird has made the village of Coniston one of this year’s hottest Lake District destinations says Cumbria Tourism Visitor numbers to Coniston’s Ruskin Museum have rocketed to record levels since the iconic craft, which crashed on Coniston Water in January 1967, returned to its spiritual home.
1:00 AM 24th April 2024
Europe
Stays In Harmony With Nature
Phil Hopkins
Group Travel Editor & Theatre Correspondent
They say that reconnecting with nature is the best way to restore life’s balance in favour of ‘leisure over labour’. So, look no further than Western Norway where you can spend the night with the ocean as your nearest neighbour. Panoramahyttene at Sandhåland (Karmøy) is not only ready to welcome its first guests, but also promises a breathtaking backdrop.
1:16 AM 6th April 2024
Europe
Jet2 Strengthens Its Bulgaria Offering
Phil Hopkins
Group Travel Editor & Theatre Correspondent
Photo by Neven Myst on www.unsplash.com
Jet2holidays is expanding its offering to Bulgaria this Summer with the addition of package holidays to the popular resort of Sozopol. The European country has proved popular with holidaymakers thanks to its purse-friendly appeal, prompting the UK’s largest tour operator to respond with tours to the ancient seaside town.
1:00 AM 30th March 2024
Europe
Theme Park ‘Oscar’ For Swedish Attraction
Sweden’s premier theme park, Liseberg, has beaten the Americans at their own game, winning an LA industry ‘Oscar’ in recognition of its high standards of excellence and achievement. Opened in 1923, Liseberg is an amusement park located in Gothenburg and, with around three million visitors a year, is Scandinavia’s largest attraction of its type.
1:00 AM 27th March 2024
Deals
Euro Train Shuttle March Discounts
The rapid ‘Chunnel’ service to France, LeShuttle, is offering 20% off* Day Trip and Short Stay Saver tickets when you book before 24th March. The popular cross-channel service takes just 35 minutes to transport vehicles and their passengers under the Channel from Folkestone to Calais.
1:00 AM 13th March 2024
Europe
Serbian First As Hotel Brand Launches In Belgrade
Radisson RED Belgrade has opened its doors as a new upscale lifestyle hotel, marking the debut of the Radisson RED brand in Southeast Europe. Located on Takovska Street near the House of the National Assembly in Serbia’s capital, Radisson RED Belgrade offers a unique blend of tradition and contemporary style, following a complete renovation and rebranding of the existing hotel building.
1:00 AM 11th March 2024
Weekend
Tallinn – Mediaeval City and Steven’s Domain!
Edinburgh boasts its Greyfriars Bobby legend – the dog that guarded its dead master’s grave for 14 years – and Japan’s equivalent is Hachiko, immortalised outside Shibuya Station, but none of them can steal a march on Tallinn’s Instagram superstar: Steven the Seagull!
1:00 AM 9th March 2024
Weekend
In The Soup In Tartu
Phil Hopkins
Group Travel Editor & Theatre Correspondent
Tartu: European City of Culture
“You might want to turn the roaming off on your phone,” said our Estonian host, Herling Mesi, as we sped across frozen Lake Peipsi at Varnja, just a short car ride from the centre of Tartu. “The Russian border’s only 15km away,” she continued, “right in the centre of the lake, and even though we are only 3km from the shore, Russian telecom may pick up your phone signal.
1:00 AM 2nd March 2024
Africa
No Valentine? It Doesn’t Matter, Solo Travel Is Booming
Photo: Ibrahim Rifath on www.unsplash.com
Many couples will be enjoying a romantic Valentine getaway today, however, having a partner isn’t essential when it comes to travel. Taking a solo holiday, or “soliday”, is the latest travel trend that has been increasing in popularity over recent years.
1:00 AM 14th February 2024
Weekend
Princess And The Verbier Magic Carpet!
Phil Hopkins
Group Travel Editor & Theatre Correspondent
"Are you OK?" said the Frenchman to his daughter as she skied down the nursery slope at Les Esserts in Verbier, Switzerland. "Oui," said the tiny tot moving a dummy to the side of her mouth so that she could reply. Shortly afterwards a tantrum followed as the child, rolling on the ground in the freezing snow, demanded to be carried back to the top of the slope!
1:00 AM 10th February 2024
Africa
Valentine Love In London And Beyond
London love is in the air, and what better way to celebrate Valentine's Day than with a romantic getaway to the Big Smoke? We've handpicked some of the most enchanting hotels to make your Valentine's Day truly special in the nation’s capital.
1:00 AM 6th February 2024
Americas
Three Top Sailing Destinations To Guarantee Peace and Quiet
Are you yearning for peace and tranquillity? Then a private yacht charter might just be the answer. Here is a meticulously curated list of top destinations for sailing enthusiasts seeking to escape the crowds, unwind, and relish in a peaceful boating experience.
12:00 AM 27th January 2024
Europe
Bach To The Future – Leipzig Style
Master mason Malecki walked into St Thomas Church, Leipzig on 28th July 1949 and uttered those immortal words to church Superintendent Heinrich Schumann: “Hello there, Superintendent.
1:00 AM 26th January 2024
Europe
Galway Invites ‘Bucket List’ Consideration!
Dubbed “Ireland’s most charming city” by the New York Times, Galway is extending a welcome to all and sundry this year as it prepares to host the Galway International Arts Festival (GIAF). Renowned for curating extraordinary experiences, organisers are promising a exceptional multidisciplinary program between July 15 and July 28.
12:00 AM 13th January 2024
Africa
Cruising – The New Ambition
If the people you meet onboard ship, as much as the ports you visit, are a measure of a cruise line’s overall quality, then Ambassador has to sit alongside many of its more expensive counterparts.
12:00 AM 5th January 2024
Africa
Grandma’s Wisdom And Globetrotting In 2024
Phil Hopkins
Group Travel Editor & Theatre Correspondent
Group Travel Editor for the P.ublished.com Media Titles, Phil Hopkins, takes a brief look back at 2023 and overviews where he’ll be visiting in the first quarter of 2024. So, sit back and take some inspiration from our very own resident globetrotter!
1:00 AM 2nd January 2024
Europe
A Winter Wonderland Italian Style
Hilton Lake Como is beginning to look a lot like Christmas. The beautiful lakeside hotel is offering guests a sackful of seasonal experiences to celebrate the festive season with, giving them the chance to enjoy both the lake and the nearby atmospheric lakeside villages which transform themselves into enchanting, fairy-tale hamlets.
12:00 AM 22nd December 2023
Europe
Diamond Deal To Turkey For Adept Gamers
Jet2holidays has launched ‘Smashing Through the Snow’, a very merry online competition giving travellers the opportunity to win one of 13 festive holidays. Between now and Christmas Day customers have a daily chance and just 30 seconds, in which to smash through Santa’s presents and amass as many points as possible, avoiding point deducting ‘coal’ on the way!
12:00 AM 20th December 2023
Europe
Unspoilt Island Gets First Boutique Hotel – 2024
Phil Hopkins
Group Travel Editor & Theatre Correspondent
Launching in Q2 2024, Odera, will be the first luxury boutique hotel of its kind on the unspoilt Greek island of Tinos. Sitting in a secluded bay with a private beach amongst the island’s dramatic landscape, the hotel will comprise 77 rooms and pool suites, an expansive spa and private beach club.
12:00 AM 18th December 2023
Europe
Norway’s Chilled Approach To Life!
Floating saunas and refreshing winter bathing have become a hot trend in several places in Fjord Norway. But did you know that the traditional Norwegian Christmas bath has a history of over 100 years? In recent years, more and more people have become interested in ice bathing in Fjord Norway, as a refreshing physical challenge and an enjoyable and social happening.
12:00 AM 15th December 2023
Europe
Manchester Airport Reignites Stuttgart Link
German airline Eurowings has confirmed that it will operate direct flights from Manchester to Stuttgart starting spring 2024. The new service will operate four days a week (Monday, Thursday, Friday, Sunday) on an Airbus A319, with fares starting from £39.99pp one way. The inaugural flight will be on 6th May 2024.
12:00 AM 14th December 2023
Europe
As SYMIple As That!
The Greek destination of Symi has been added to Jet2’s flight roster out of Leeds Bradford Airport (LBA) starting next summer. Holidaymakers will be able to access the new destination from LBA between 6th April and 31st October via Rhodes Airport. There will be up to four weekly services (Tuesday, Thursday, Friday and Saturday) operating during peak periods.
12:00 AM 8th December 2023
Europe
Boutique Florence Hotel Acquires West Wing!
Florence boutique hotel, Calimala The East - formerly known as Hotel Calimala- is about to get another point on the compass: Calimala The West! The acquisition of a 19th-century Gothic-style building originally built by Italian architect Pietro Maria Bardi in Florence’s Centro Storico neighbourhood, means the hotel now has an additional 65 rooms.
12:00 AM 4th December 2023
Europe
Driving To Your French Ski Resort
Europe offers some of the best ski resorts in the world including one of this year's hottest ski destinations: La Clusaz, one of the best kept secrets in the French Alps. So why not book that trip, load up the car with all the family or a group of friends, hit the road and LeShuttle will whisk you across the channel from Folkestone to Calais in just 35 minutes?
7:15 AM 9th October 2023
Europe
Sunny Cyprus To Blow Away The Autumn Chills?
Phil Hopkins
Group Travel Editor & Theatre Correspondent
Ever considered Cyprus as a late-summer/autumn destination? With temperatures still high enough for sunbathing and the sea still warm, it's a great short-haul destination for those who want sun and stuff to do!
1:00 AM 30th September 2023
Cruising
Acropolis Tourist Limits Present New Opportunity
Phil Hopkins
Group Travel Editor & Theatre Correspondent
The recent implementation of visitor number limits at the Acropolis in Athens, Greece – designed to mitigate the negative aspects of tourism – could present an opportunity for people to get their ‘Greek Experience’ from other parts of the country. That’s the message from yachting holiday specialist, HELM, who include holidays to Greek islands within their portfolio.
1:00 AM 16th September 2023
Europe
Jet2 Promises Balearic Boost In 2024
Jet2holidays has added Formentera in Spain to its Summer 2024 programme from Leeds Bradford airport, giving customers the opportunity to experience laid-back luxury on the quaint Balearic island. The expansion means that the brand will operate to well over 550 beach and city resorts, across 60 destinations in Summer 24, from its 11 UK airports.
12:00 AM 14th September 2023
Europe
Crete’s Big Hotel Reveal
The Wyndham Grand Crete Mirabello Bay Hotel in Greece has unveiled its latest raft of renovations, promising “opulence and sophistication.” The property is debuting a new seaside laguna and is also introducing Crete’s largest privately owned marina with direct ocean access to the Aegean’s crystal-clear waters: an ideal destination for yacht-fanatics and sailors alike.
1:00 AM 6th September 2023
Europe
Why Not Try A Short ‘Rugby’ Break?
With the Rugby World Cup poised to start this Friday, Jet2CityBreaks is kicking off the tournament with glorious getaways to its host nation, France.
1:10 AM 4th September 2023
Europe
Sustainably Driven Destination Gets New Property
Mandarin Oriental Hotel Group has opened its first property in Greece. The luxury resort – Mandarin Oriental, Costa Navareiono, is nestled amidst a breathtaking landscape in Navarino Bay, affording unparalleled views of the historic bay and the lush Messinian countryside.
1:00 AM 31st August 2023
Europe
Greece’s Take On Asian Cuisine Mykonos Style
Chic bohemian hotel, Kensho Ornos is inviting travellers to the island of Mykonos, to sample its five-star hospitality and award winning ‘chef with flair’, Ippokratis Anagnostelis.
1:00 AM 26th August 2023
Weekend
Verbier - Melting Your Heart In Summer
Phil Hopkins
Group Travel Editor & Theatre Correspondent
When you spot Welsh Bass baritone, Bryn Terfel queuing his way through Geneva customs en-route to one of Switzerland’s most famous ski resorts, with little more than sheet music and a robust overnight bag, questions must be asked!
1:00 AM 12th August 2023
Europe
Jet2 – Latest From Greek Inferno Island
Jet2.com has continued to operate ‘empty plane’ rescue flights in a bid to bring stranded tourists back from fire-strewn Rhodes in Greece where wild fires have been raging for days. At the last count at least 20 flights to the UK from Rhodes – a combination of repatriation flights and scheduled flights - have continued to meet demand.
9:45 PM 30th July 2023
Europe
Hilton Lake Como Promises Foodie Heaven
Gourmet Getaways have been put on the menu by the Hilton Lake Como in Italy. From candlelight concerts and a regional street food pop-up showcasing the very best of Italian cuisine to poolside gelato and a new experimental cocktail menu at signature restaurant bar Terrazza 241, the lakeside paradise is the ultimate choice for a gourmet getaway this season.
1:00 AM 26th July 2023
Europe
Open To New Golfing Experiences?
Photo by Mick Haupt on Unsplash
As The Open Championship prepares to start this coming week, Jet2holidays is encouraging keen golfers to take advantage of its European hotels with glorious golf courses. Whether you’re still working on your putting accuracy or see yourself as a budding McIlroy, tee-off on a tee-riffic golfing holiday this summer.
1:00 AM 17th July 2023
Europe
Double Debut In Europe For Avani Hotels & Resorts
Avani Hotels & Resorts, the upscale lifestyle brand of Minor Hotels, has announced its debut in Spain and Italy with the opening of Avani Alonso Martínez and Avani Palazzo Moscova. Situated in the vibrant cities of Madrid and Milan, both properties embody Avani's modern and functional approach, each featuring meticulously designed spaces that are smart, flexible and social.
1:00 AM 3rd July 2023
Europe
World's First Phone-Free Tourist Island
Travellers to the Finnish island of Ulko-Tammio will be asked to switch their phones and smart devices off this summer and to simply ‘enjoy nature’ as the location seeks to become the world’s first phone-free island.
1:00 PM 27th June 2023
Deals
Free Meals In The Sun For Kids
Families looking to escape for some well-deserved summer sun without breaking the bank, should check out two resorts which are offering kids aged 12 and below the chance to stay and eat free at their various properties.
2:00 PM 18th May 2023
Deals
Just 5 Days Left To Nail A Summer Sale Bargain
Jet2 has launched its summer sale but you only have until 15th May to take advantage of the £50 off per person deal. It applies to all Summer 23 bookings and there is also 10% off flights. To be applicable, bookings must be made by 15th May 2023 and travel must be taken between now and 31st October 2023.
7:00 AM 11th May 2023
Europe
New Look Terminal 2 Promises Champagne Lifestyle
Phil Hopkins
Group Travel Editor & Theatre Correspondent
An artist's impression of what Manchester Airport's Terminal 2 will eventually look like
Manchester Airport has unveiled plans for 27 new eateries and retail units in its new Terminal Two, part of an ongoing £1.3bn transformation programme.
1:00 AM 7th May 2023
Europe
Free Resort Flight Check In Initiative Expands
Phil Hopkins
Group Travel Editor & Theatre Correspondent
Jet2 is expanding its Free Resort Flight Check-in service to the Canary Islands, promising longer ‘baggage free’ moments for holidaymakers getting ready to fly home.
3:14 PM 3rd May 2023
Europe
EGYPTIAN NIGHTS: May Late Deals From Red Sea Holidays & Villa Select
Photo: Spencer Davis on www.unsplash.com
2nd May – Manchester to Hurghada, EGYPT – save £200pp
£575pp – 7 nights all-inclusive at the 4* Grand Makadi Hotel based on 2 adults sharing inc. return flights, 20kg checked luggage per passenger and late check-out: The Grand Makadi Hotel is home to a pool area with loungers, extensive gardens, an abundance of sporting activities and a diverse range of restaurants.
7:00 AM 27th April 2023
Europe
Heavenly Honeymoons And Sicilian Sunsets
Italy has been the No.1 destination for honeymooners for many years but now, Sicily is making its mark as one of the most romantic honeymoon hotspots in the Mediterranean. An island steeped in ancient history, and vibrant culture, famed for its cuisine and wine, Sicily offers everything demanded of a romantic honeymoon escape.
1:00 AM 22nd April 2023
Europe
A Vacation For Two Pence – Time To Bid!
Jet2holidays has announced that its ‘Bid for a Break’ campaign returns tomorrow. The initiative, which gives holidaymakers the opportunity to bid for their next holiday for as little as just a few pence, has experienced sky-high popularity since it first launched in August 2021.
8:00 AM 16th April 2023
Europe
Get Happy In Helsinki
The World Happiness Report has anointed Finland as the happiest place on earth for six years running…..and it’s part due to the country’s penchant for the arts. In Helsinki, the capital of Finland – the country has a relatively small population of 5,5 million people – it is said that art and culture make the place one of best on the planet to live and visit.
7:00 AM 4th April 2023
Europe
A Glass Act In Mykonos!
One of the most iconic waterfront properties on the Greek island of Mykonos, is offering early season bookers a 20% discount and the chance to sample the island’s only private glass-fronted pool. Tucked alongside a slope overlooking Ornos Bay, the 5* boutique luxury hotel is set to welcome guests again from 5th May.
2:00 AM 1st April 2023
Europe
Heavenly Hideaway With Arisocratic Aspirations!
A former ‘Medici’ villa, once owned by the Italian banking dynasty and where Grand Duke Leopold II and his court resided at the hottest time of the year, has reopened for the summer season.
2:00 AM 26th March 2023
Asia
Eggciting Luxury Breaks This Easter
Phil Hopkins
Group Travel Editor & Theatre Correspondent
With Christmas almost an age behind us it will soon be time for a Spring break and, with Easter, just around the corner, here are a few ideas. We always like to set a good eggsample!
7:00 AM 21st March 2023
Europe
Surviving Luxury…With A Little Help From Bear Grylls!
Greece’s Sani Resort has announced the reopening of its Bear Grylls Survival Academy for the third year running. The unique academy, first of its kind in a European resort, has been developed in partnership with the renowned adventurer and multi-award-winning survivalist, Bear Grylls.
7:00 AM 14th March 2023
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