The rise in the popularity of air travel, driven in no small part by a plethora of low cost airlines, has seen a rapid increase in the number of international airports around the UK. It also means that you may have to travel across the country to get a flight, with only certain airports offering certain routes.London, as ever, is right at the heart of Britains air travel industry. With Heathrow recently expanding, and the likes of Gatwick,...more
Gatwick Airport is the busiest single runway airport in the world and the second largest airport in the United Kingdom. Despite the airport being put up for sale by current owners BAA, there are future development plans for Gatwick that could see it even outstrip Heathrow for passenger numbers in the coming years.As with any other airport there are many ways to get to Gatwick. Perhaps the most popular is to take the car. The airport is at...more
No trip to Spain is complete without seeing the breathtaking mass displays that take place during Semana Santa. Every Easter the Spanish celebrate Holy Week in fantastic style. A celebration of the death and rebirth of Christ, Andalucia is famed for hosting the grandest celebrations in the country, but each city and province in Spain celebrates in its own special way.You will never have experienced a festival like it. From the ornate and sometimes frightening looking costumes, to the smell of traditional Spanish dishes and thick incense smoke that clouds the streets, it is a feast for the senses.Teams of men, sometimes numbering into the hundreds, carry vast floats from city churches, through the city streets and then back to the church at the end of each day. The floats are a sight to behold, intricately decorated with fresh flowers, wax figures and swinging bells that ring out with the swaying motion of the procession.Many tourists are taken aback by the traditional costume worn by the participants. Children wear large cloaks with pointed hoods that obscure their faces with the exception of two small eye holes cut from the cloth. The children carry large candles, incense is...more
If you are planning to head to Africa for a safari holiday, here are some tips to help you make the most of it.Find out about it first. Get a book or two out of the library and maybe watch some safari videos to give you an idea of where you want to go and what you want to do on safari. This will whet your appetite for the trip as well as letting...more
The Finnish capital of Helsinki can boast hundreds of spectacular tourist attractions. Here are just a few of the best:Temppeliaukion, the Church of the Rock. This stunning modern church was built in the 1960s. It is built into solid rock, with not a brick in sight, and boasts a stunning metallic dome ceiling with over 180 pieces of glass and...more
When it comes to successful holidays, planning in advance is the way to go. Working from your own list or a checklist like ours will help you to remember everything that you need. Simply tick off each item as it goes into your luggage.The paperwork - your passport is obviously essential! Make sure your passport is up to date before travel. It is also a good idea to scan your passport and send a copy to your email inbox in case it gets lost. Remember to pack your travel tickets, printed directions and maps, and a copy of your hotel details. You may also need your driving licence and visa.Before your flight - many holidaymakers are so busy packing and booking flights and hotels that they forget about how they are going to get to the airport! Plan your route in advance, taking note of any planned road or rail works. If you are travelling on a budget then Easybus do direct bus transfers to all London airports for just a few pounds per ticket. Check their website for details.Spending money - remember your spending cash. If you are planning on taking a lot of money with you then you should take the bulk of it in the form of travellers cheques. Remember your credit card, debit card or ATM...more
Planning for your holiday, especially with the family in tow, can be a lot of work. To make things simpler, weve compiled a list of tips for you to follow before you jet off to ensure that your holiday goes as smoothly as possible. Once you have the...more
Wondering where to go on a vacation this year? Have a pleasant surprise for yourself and for your family, plan a trip to Bali for your most exciting vacation. It is one of the most famous and exotic island destinations in the entire world. Bali is...more
While most kids faces here in the UK light up at the sound of an ice cream van approaching, kids living in the slum areas of Goa get more excited about the prospect of the mobile school bus rolling in! On i-to-is brand new trip in the stunning Indian...more
Holidays to Goa are a very popular choice and will whisk you off to the shores of the Arabian Sea and the beautiful west coast of India. Whichever part of Goa you choose to visit, you'll find a wonderful relaxing way of life and some naturally...more
Once an unremarkable, sleepy fishing village, Chennai is one of the four chief metropolitan cities and a major commercial hub of India today. The city is submerged in both culture and religion, being the dance and musical capital of the country and...more
Rothay Garden Hotel in Grasmere re-opening soon as the Lake District"s newest four-star hotel! - Yes, it's fantastic news. The AA, upon inspection of the development has confirmed that Rothay Garden Hotel in Grasmere will, upon re-opening, meet...more