With the six week summer break approaching fast, we reveal our savviest tips for great value family holidays... Don't leave it too late Holiday discounts are usually based on demand. When demand is low, suppliers are left with empty airline seats and hotel rooms and often reduce them to make sure
Read Full StorySavvy holidaymakers have been taking twin or multi-centre holidays for years. Now, harder work schedules and tighter budgets mean that more people are chosing to pack multiple stops into one trip than ever before... Twin-centre holidays make sense. Why spend the airfare and the annual leave on cr
Read Full StoryEaster weekend falls on the 23rd to 24th of April this year (2011), with Good Friday being the 22nd and Easter Monday being the 25th of April. So with these timeframes fresh in mind, and the recent additional hour "light" from our clocks moving forward in Great Britain, I'm sure we're all getting
Read Full StoryPerhaps it's the hot summers and dazzling beaches, or maybe it's the bargain markets, value for money and friendly welcome. There's definitely something about Turkey that draws more holidaymakers back every year. Away from the crowds of the popular resorts, holidays in Turkey can offer unspoil
Read Full StoryMarrakech is less than four hours away from the UK and in the same time zone, but this colourful North African destination can feel like another world. Here are our top tips for making the most of a break in this fascinating Moroccan city. Go Now ...or in Spring, or Autumn, but not in summ
Read Full StoryThe Maldives don't have to mean all-out luxury and honeymooners... My friend and I have always wanted to go to the Maldives but there are two things stopping us. The first problem is price: it always seems so expensive. We can only afford to spend around £1200 each for a fortnight including spen
Read Full StoryOur Editor Emily reports back from a family holiday with a difference... Woodsmoke, birdsong, toasted marshmallows and the great outdoors. All the cliches that come with camping sound wonderful, but the reality is often very different. You're probably more likely to wake up feeling damp and dusgrun
Read Full StoryGetting away during the school holidays can be a nightmare, especially if you leave it too late to book: flights are expensive, resorts and airports crowded and the selection of available properties is limited. It's the dilemma facing many families as as May Half Term approaches - and the reason our
Read Full StoryAvoiding the crowds and all-inclusive hotels of Sharm el Sheikh and Hurghada, our reader Per booked a snorkelling holiday in more low-key El Gouna. He tells us about his experience, and recommends the Red Sea's best kept secret; its very own 'St Tropez'. Who did you go away with? My girlfriend K
Read Full StoryWe launched our series of Hidden Gems with the St Joseph in Luxor. Today, we continue with a look at yet another saintly-named Egyptian Hotel.... When it comes to accommodation, Sharm el Sheikh is packed with the all-inclusive beachfront giants that British holidaymakers love. Most of them have a
Read Full StoryMy friend and I would like to go on a city break to somewhere new. We would like to stay in a quality, boutique-style hotel, preferably with a spa. As we are only going away for three nights, we don't want to travel too far. We have been to all of the obvious city break destinations: Barcelona, Pari
Read Full StoryAccommodation in Dubai seems to be all about extravagance and holiday brochures love to shout about it. The world's first six star hotel, the hotel with its own private dolphin bay, the hotel that lets you arrive by helicopter... It's a wonder anyone ever notices the Al Manzil. Those who do notice t
Read Full StoryAt Be Travel Savvy, we know a fair bit about the travel trade. We have decided to share some of our trade secrets with our readers so that you can learn savvy ways to find brilliant holiday bargains. In the first instalment of this new series, we tell you why a two-week package holiday is often chea
Read Full StoryPlan your dream day in this beautiful Caribbean hotspot and you could find yourself there in real life, courtesy of The Cayman Islands Department of Tourism.... Surrounded by turquoise seas and edged with powder-white sand, the Cayman Islands are picture-postcard Caribbean. The three islands - Gran
Read Full StoryCan you recommend a minimalist style hotel that doesn't cost the earth? We want to stay somewhere hot, near the sea and not too far away. In the past, we have rented a villa in Ibiza with friends but this is our first holiday as a couple and we're on a budget this time. We've looked at properties in
Read Full StoryThe Maldives. We've all seen the aerial photographs and gazed longlingly at the impossibly blue sea and sugary-white sands. The islands in the Indian Ocean boast some of the best snorkelling in the world, but they're a long way away and increasingly expensive to visit. Savvy travellers looking for f
Read Full StoryIt might seem wise to hang on until peak season is over and mid season begins, but some of the best deals on package holidays can be found on the cusp of the two... Everyone knows that package holidays are more expensive during the school break. Prices are based on demand and in the summer holidays
Read Full StoryWith only a few weeks to go until the children break up from school, thoughts are turning towards the family summer holiday. There's no getting away from the fact that holidays during the school break are expensive, but we have a few tips for making them more affordable... Don't leave it until
Read Full StoryWe would like to take our children, aged 2 and 7, on a city break this summer. We need to go within the peak holiday season and are working to a tight budget of £800 for the four of us. We like the idea of combining a bit of culture with some relaxation: Barcelona would be ideal because it has a be
Read Full StoryOur editor reports back from a recent week in Ovacik, on Turkey's Turquoise coast... Who did you go away with? My four-year-old son. Where did you stay? The Leytur Hotel What did you think of your accommodation? The Leytur has recently been refurbished and the rooms are brilliant: spacious
Read Full StoryToday, we feature an apartment complex with a first-class reputation, but the resort it stands in is a hidden gem in itself. Forget the tack and racket of Playa de las Americas and head north to Tenerife's original holiday resort... The Casablanca Apartments is a large, three star, six-storey compl
Read Full StoryHelp! My family and I (two adults, two children) were all set to go on holiday to Bodrum in Turkey with Goldtrail on 30th July. As you probably know, they ceased trading at the weekend and we have been left with no holiday. We had paid £2100 for two weeks all-inclusive in a five star resort and can
Read Full StoryYou've probably seen Aruba's famous Divi Divi tree on a poster somewhere. A natural compass, the beautiful, gnarly tree always grows at a 45 degree angle in a southwesterly direction due to the tradewinds that blow across the island from the north-east. There's no touching up here; the sand really i
Read Full StoryNow, here's a room with a view. Most of us love the idea of a truly luxurious escape, but sometimes being in the middle of nowhere isn't everyone's idea of idyllic. That's why we love the look of the Westin Siray Bay Resort and Spa, which opened just yesterday. Located on stunning Siray island, this
Read Full StoryIf we could choose from the What to Read Where List, we think we'd have Nocturnes At Be Travel Savvy, we think choosing the right book for your holiday is as important as choosing the right destination. Don't find yourself standing in the airport bookshop, listening to your flight being
Read Full StoryI have about £1000-£1500 (including spending money) to spend on an extended holiday of around three to six weeks. I'd ideally like to get away for as long as possible but would consider the shorter time period if I could find something particularly special. The dates I have in mind are February
Read Full Story[caption id="attachment_582" align="aligncenter" width="600" caption="An interior at the Semiramis"][/caption] We throw the spotlight on a cool, modern hotel in an ancient city... When you're choosing a city break hotel, it's natural to want to be in the thick of it. Who wants to spend hours o
Read Full Story[caption id="attachment_591" align="aligncenter" width="350" caption="The George at St Julian's Bay"][/caption] We've got a budget of £1000 for a September Mediterranean break. We'd like to stay in a contemporary, boutique-style hotel but we realise our price range is limiting. We've been to
Read Full StoryOur reader Maggi is just back from a blissful break in Cala san Vicente, a small, pictureseque resort on the north-east coast of Majorca. Close to upmarket Puerto Pollensa but without the posh price tag, it's the perfect place for savvy travellers to experience the quieter side of this big Balearic
Read Full StoryBeing Travel Savvy isn't just about bagging a holiday bargain, or finding the off-the-beaten track gems. We believe that packing well for your holiday is just as important as choosing the right time to book or the best place to stay. One essential item that no savvy traveller should leave unpacked i
Read Full StoryNow's the time to bag a bargain party holiday. Or, if you'd prefer something more sedate, it could be a savvy way to ship yourself to the sun... If you're looking for a party holiday, it's best to wait until the children are back at school to get a good deal, right? Wrong. Everyone's thinking along
Read Full StoryA land of mystical temples, fascinating wildlife, stunning beaches, delicious food and a warm welcome: Sri Lanka ticks all the tropical holiday boxes. Our reader Catherine reports back from a magnificent twin-centre holiday on the 'Teardrop Island' (and makes us want to go!) Who did you go away
Read Full StoryWe usually give you an inspirational travel idea to brighten up your dull, depressing Monday afternoon. Given the fact yesterday was a Bank Holiday Monday, we realise Tuesday's pretty miserable for you this week, so here's our Blue Tuesday suggestion: an affordable city break to Istanbul. We've got
Read Full StoryWe're a couple looking for some winter sun. Sightseeing doesn't bother us this time, we just want to completely chill out. We can travel between 29th October and 1st November for 10-12 nights. We know it won't be hot in the Mediterranean and we're open to suggestions about where we go. We have been
Read Full StoryIf the weather where you are is anything like it is here at the Be Travel Savvy office, you've probably got a rain-spattered view of grey skies. Imagine looking out of your window and seeing endless blue seas. As autumn officially sets in, we're thinking about perfect winter getaways and we love the
Read Full StoryOur Editor Emily has camped, taken package holidays and even travelled through Australia with her young son in tow. She knows that travelling with babies and toddlers can be stressful, but if planned carefully, it can be a wonderful, unforgettable experience. In this special feature, Emily tell
Read Full StoryLucky number seven: a contemporary, boutique hotel in a pretty setting that's unbelievably affordable... Portimao is the charming alternative to the tourist resorts that line Portugal's Algarve coast and a great place to head for an off-season getaway. Winter temperatures in the region peak in the
Read Full StoryWith less than 50 days to go until the big day, Christmas chaos has officially begun. But if the thought of flashing lights and tinny carols in your local shopping centre fills you with dread, consider combining your festive shopping with a quick getaway. The German Christmas markets are very popu
Read Full StoryAs winter winds begin to whip Britain, now's a good time to think about escaping to sunnier climes. Egypt has firmly established itself as one of the UK's favourite destinations for year-round sunshine. The Red Sea coast is packed with an overwhelming choice of 4 and 5 star complexes, making it diff
Read Full StoryHot off the press: special Christmas shopping breaks in the Big Apple, including direct return flights from Newcastle... A December break in New York city is an unforgettable travel experience. Surround yourself with wintry scenes you'll recognise from the movies; the huge Rockefeller Christmas t
Read Full StoryLong haul holidays at this time of year are about as cheap as they get. Clever holidaymakers do their Christmas shopping in the tropics and head back refreshed and relaxed in time for the big day... Christmas in the Caribbean is packed, but there's a lull in the weeks preceding the big day. People
Read Full StoryHays Travel have pledged to give away a holiday for two to our latest Hidden Gem - The Cleopatra Luxury Resorts Collection in Sharm el Sheikh - if they hit their target of 15000 'likes' on their Facebook Page before the end of the year... If you love holidays, 'like' Hays Travel on Facebook. It's a
Read Full StoryThe 2010 World Cup brought thousands of new tourists to South Africa - and word spread fast about just how much this destination has to offer its visitors... .. that's why we've put together this very special deal to Cape Town. Tripadvisor users recently voted Cape Town their favourite destinatio
Read Full StoryWith spring officially here and the warmer months just around the corner, thoughts are turning to the summer holiday. And the sales team at Hays Travel say that one type of getaway reigns supreme: The all inclusive holiday. Here's why we love checking into hotels where (almost) everything's thrown i
Read Full StoryIt's officially spring, which means summer's just around the corner. Happy Monday everyone - Emily. 17:40:29, 2011-03-21 Would you love a career in travel? Don't miss the deadline for our apprentice scheme. Read all about it here: http://tinyurl.com/62japqk 20:04:31, 2011-03-21 H
Read Full StoryWith 15 days to go until Christmas, time is running out to find the perfect present to put beneath the tree. But some of the best gifts don't need wrapping. Save yourself the stress of a shopping trip and give an unforgettable experience from our list of Hays Travel's best Christmas presents...
Read Full StoryWe zoom in on the hot island destination that's less than six hours away from home... The Cape Verde Islands have been quietly making a name for themselves as a holiday hotspot for a few years now. Located in the Atlantic Ocean between Africa and South America, these ten islands in the sun are a gr
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With the six week summer break approaching fast, we reveal our savviest tips for great value family holidays… Don’t leave it too late Holiday discounts are usually based on demand. When demand is low, suppliers are left with empty airline seats and hotel rooms and often reduce them to make sure they’re filled. So, if [...]
05.26.11 | Expert Guides | Emily
Savvy holidaymakers have been taking twin or multi-centre holidays for years. Now, harder work schedules and tighter budgets mean that more people are chosing to pack multiple stops into one trip than ever before… Twin-centre holidays make sense. Why spend the airfare and the annual leave on crossing the Atlantic twice to see Las Vegas [...]
04.21.11 | Uncategorized | Emily
Easter weekend falls on the 23rd to 24th of April this year (2011), with Good Friday being the 22nd and Easter Monday being the 25th of April. So with these timeframes fresh in mind, and the recent additional hour “light” from our clocks moving forward in Great Britain, I’m sure we’re all getting set for [...]
03.31.11 | Destination inspiration | Emily
Perhaps it’s the hot summers and dazzling beaches, or maybe it’s the bargain markets, value for money and friendly welcome. There’s definitely something about Turkey that draws more holidaymakers back every year. Away from the crowds of the popular resorts, holidays in Turkey can offer unspoilt scenery, delicious food and plenty of space to unwind. [...]
01.5.11 | Destination inspiration, Expert Guides, Featured Destination | Emily
Marrakech is less than four hours away from the UK and in the same time zone, but this colourful North African destination can feel like another world. Here are our top tips for making the most of a break in this fascinating Moroccan city. Go Now …or in Spring, or Autumn, but not in summer [...]
12.21.10 | Expert Guides, Featured Destination, Just Back From | Emily
The Maldives don’t have to mean all-out luxury and honeymooners… My friend and I have always wanted to go to the Maldives but there are two things stopping us. The first problem is price: it always seems so expensive. We can only afford to spend around £1200 each for a fortnight including spending money. Most [...]
04.30.10 | Travel Challenge | Emily
Our Editor Emily reports back from a family holiday with a difference… Woodsmoke, birdsong, toasted marshmallows and the great outdoors. All the cliches that come with camping sound wonderful, but the reality is often very different. You’re probably more likely to wake up feeling damp and dusgruntled with the sides of your tent sagging beneath [...]
06.8.10 | Something Different, Uncategorized | Emily
Getting away during the school holidays can be a nightmare, especially if you leave it too late to book: flights are expensive, resorts and airports crowded and the selection of available properties is limited. It’s the dilemma facing many families as as May Half Term approaches – and the reason our reader Nicola got in [...]
05.12.10 | Travel Challenge | Emily
Avoiding the crowds and all-inclusive hotels of Sharm el Sheikh and Hurghada, our reader Per booked a snorkelling holiday in more low-key El Gouna. He tells us about his experience, and recommends the Red Sea’s best kept secret; its very own ‘St Tropez’. Who did you go away with?My girlfriend Katie. What did you think [...]
05.18.10 | Just Back From | Emily
We launched our series of Hidden Gems with the St Joseph in Luxor. Today, we continue with a look at yet another saintly-named Egyptian Hotel…. When it comes to accommodation, Sharm el Sheikh is packed with the all-inclusive beachfront giants that British holidaymakers love. Most of them have a four or five star rating and [...]
05.26.10 | Hidden Gems | Emily
My friend and I would like to go on a city break to somewhere new. We would like to stay in a quality, boutique-style hotel, preferably with a spa. As we are only going away for three nights, we don’t want to travel too far. We have been to all of the obvious city break [...]
06.7.10 | Travel Challenge | Emily
Accommodation in Dubai seems to be all about extravagance and holiday brochures love to shout about it. The world’s first six star hotel, the hotel with its own private dolphin bay, the hotel that lets you arrive by helicopter… It’s a wonder anyone ever notices the Al Manzil. Those who do notice this four star [...]
06.8.10 | Hidden Gems | Emily
At Be Travel Savvy, we know a fair bit about the travel trade. We have decided to share some of our trade secrets with our readers so that you can learn savvy ways to find brilliant holiday bargains. In the first instalment of this new series, we tell you why a two-week package holiday is [...]
06.8.10 | Travel Trade Secrets | Emily
Plan your dream day in this beautiful Caribbean hotspot and you could find yourself there in real life, courtesy of The Cayman Islands Department of Tourism…. Surrounded by turquoise seas and edged with powder-white sand, the Cayman Islands are picture-postcard Caribbean. The three islands – Grand Cayman, Cayman Brac and Little Cayman bask in the [...]
06.11.10 | Competition | Emily
Can you recommend a minimalist style hotel that doesn’t cost the earth? We want to stay somewhere hot, near the sea and not too far away. In the past, we have rented a villa in Ibiza with friends but this is our first holiday as a couple and we’re on a budget this time. We’ve [...]
06.22.10 | Travel Challenge | Emily
The Maldives. We’ve all seen the aerial photographs and gazed longlingly at the impossibly blue sea and sugary-white sands. The islands in the Indian Ocean boast some of the best snorkelling in the world, but they’re a long way away and increasingly expensive to visit. Savvy travellers looking for first-class sub aqua sights a little [...]
07.2.10 | Featured Destination | Emily
It might seem wise to hang on until peak season is over and mid season begins, but some of the best deals on package holidays can be found on the cusp of the two… Everyone knows that package holidays are more expensive during the school break. Prices are based on demand and in the summer [...]
07.6.10 | Travel Trade Secrets | Emily
With only a few weeks to go until the children break up from school, thoughts are turning towards the family summer holiday. There’s no getting away from the fact that holidays during the school break are expensive, but we have a few tips for making them more affordable… Don’t leave it until the very last [...]
07.6.10 | Travel Trade Secrets | Emily
We would like to take our children, aged 2 and 7, on a city break this summer. We need to go within the peak holiday season and are working to a tight budget of £800 for the four of us. We like the idea of combining a bit of culture with some relaxation: Barcelona would [...]
07.8.10 | Hidden Gems, Travel Challenge | Emily
Our editor reports back from a recent week in Ovacik, on Turkey’s Turquoise coast… Who did you go away with? My four-year-old son. Where did you stay? The Leytur Hotel What did you think of your accommodation? The Leytur has recently been refurbished and the rooms are brilliant: spacious and completely spotless. The swimming pool [...]
07.30.10 | Just Back From | Emily
Today, we feature an apartment complex with a first-class reputation, but the resort it stands in is a hidden gem in itself. Forget the tack and racket of Playa de las Americas and head north to Tenerife’s original holiday resort… The Casablanca Apartments is a large, three star, six-storey complex – hardly an exclusive boutique [...]
07.15.10 | Hidden Gems | Emily
Help! My family and I (two adults, two children) were all set to go on holiday to Bodrum in Turkey with Goldtrail on 30th July. As you probably know, they ceased trading at the weekend and we have been left with no holiday. We had paid £2100 for two weeks all-inclusive in a five star [...]
07.21.10 | Travel Challenge | Emily
You’ve probably seen Aruba’s famous Divi Divi tree on a poster somewhere. A natural compass, the beautiful, gnarly tree always grows at a 45 degree angle in a southwesterly direction due to the tradewinds that blow across the island from the north-east. There’s no touching up here; the sand really is that white and the [...]
07.26.10 | The Monday Blues | Emily
Now, here’s a room with a view. Most of us love the idea of a truly luxurious escape, but sometimes being in the middle of nowhere isn’t everyone’s idea of idyllic. That’s why we love the look of the Westin Siray Bay Resort and Spa, which opened just yesterday. Located on stunning Siray island, this [...]
08.2.10 | The Monday Blues | Emily
If we could choose from the What to Read Where List, we think we’d have Nocturnes At Be Travel Savvy, we think choosing the right book for your holiday is as important as choosing the right destination. Don’t find yourself standing in the airport bookshop, listening to your flight being called and panic-picking something wholly [...]
08.4.10 | Competition | Emily
I have about £1000-£1500 (including spending money) to spend on an extended holiday of around three to six weeks. I’d ideally like to get away for as long as possible but would consider the shorter time period if I could find something particularly special. The dates I have in mind are February to March and [...]
08.9.10 | Travel Challenge | Emily
We throw the spotlight on a cool, modern hotel in an ancient city… When you’re choosing a city break hotel, it’s natural to want to be in the thick of it. Who wants to spend hours of a short getaway trekking to and from the centre of town? With a bit of research, however, checking [...]
08.12.10 | Hidden Gems | Emily
We’ve got a budget of £1000 for a September Mediterranean break. We’d like to stay in a contemporary, boutique-style hotel but we realise our price range is limiting. We’ve been to Turkey, the Greek Islands, Cyprus and the Balearics before and want to try somewhere new. We love nightlife, but don’t want to find ourselves [...]
08.14.10 | Travel Challenge, Uncategorized | Emily
Our reader Maggi is just back from a blissful break in Cala san Vicente, a small, pictureseque resort on the north-east coast of Majorca. Close to upmarket Puerto Pollensa but without the posh price tag, it’s the perfect place for savvy travellers to experience the quieter side of this big Balearic island. Who did you [...]
08.24.10 | Just Back From | Emily
Being Travel Savvy isn’t just about bagging a holiday bargain, or finding the off-the-beaten track gems. We believe that packing well for your holiday is just as important as choosing the right time to book or the best place to stay. One essential item that no savvy traveller should leave unpacked is a good pair [...]
08.25.10 | Competition | Emily
Now’s the time to bag a bargain party holiday. Or, if you’d prefer something more sedate, it could be a savvy way to ship yourself to the sun… If you’re looking for a party holiday, it’s best to wait until the children are back at school to get a good deal, right? Wrong. Everyone’s thinking [...]
08.26.10 | Travel Trade Secrets | Emily
A land of mystical temples, fascinating wildlife, stunning beaches, delicious food and a warm welcome: Sri Lanka ticks all the tropical holiday boxes. Our reader Catherine reports back from a magnificent twin-centre holiday on the ‘Teardrop Island’ (and makes us want to go!) Who did you go away with? My Dad, his wife and my [...]
09.1.10 | Just Back From | Emily
We usually give you an inspirational travel idea to brighten up your dull, depressing Monday afternoon. Given the fact yesterday was a Bank Holiday Monday, we realise Tuesday’s pretty miserable for you this week, so here’s our Blue Tuesday suggestion: an affordable city break to Istanbul. We’ve got a great reader holidays deal from £165 [...]
08.31.10 | The Monday Blues | Emily
We’re a couple looking for some winter sun. Sightseeing doesn’t bother us this time, we just want to completely chill out. We can travel between 29th October and 1st November for 10-12 nights. We know it won’t be hot in the Mediterranean and we’re open to suggestions about where we go. We have been looking [...]
09.9.10 | Travel Challenge | Emily
If the weather where you are is anything like it is here at the Be Travel Savvy office, you’ve probably got a rain-spattered view of grey skies. Imagine looking out of your window and seeing endless blue seas. As autumn officially sets in, we’re thinking about perfect winter getaways and we love the idea of [...]
09.13.10 | The Monday Blues | Emily
Our Editor Emily has camped, taken package holidays and even travelled through Australia with her young son in tow. She knows that travelling with babies and toddlers can be stressful, but if planned carefully, it can be a wonderful, unforgettable experience. In this special feature, Emily tells us why now is the ideal time for [...]
09.24.10 | Competition, Expert Guides | Emily
Lucky number seven: a contemporary, boutique hotel in a pretty setting that’s unbelievably affordable… Portimao is the charming alternative to the tourist resorts that line Portugal’s Algarve coast and a great place to head for an off-season getaway. Winter temperatures in the region peak in the late teens, but the Atlantic chill means it isn’t [...]
09.21.10 | Hidden Gems | Emily
With less than 50 days to go until the big day, Christmas chaos has officially begun. But if the thought of flashing lights and tinny carols in your local shopping centre fills you with dread, consider combining your festive shopping with a quick getaway. The German Christmas markets are very popular, as are those in [...]
11.8.10 | Expert Guides | Emily
As winter winds begin to whip Britain, now’s a good time to think about escaping to sunnier climes. Egypt has firmly established itself as one of the UK’s favourite destinations for year-round sunshine. The Red Sea coast is packed with an overwhelming choice of 4 and 5 star complexes, making it difficult to choose the [...]
11.12.10 | Hidden Gems, Uncategorized | Emily
Hot off the press: special Christmas shopping breaks in the Big Apple, including direct return flights from Newcastle… A December break in New York city is an unforgettable travel experience. Surround yourself with wintry scenes you’ll recognise from the movies; the huge Rockefeller Christmas tree and ice rink, skaters in Central Park and (more than [...]
11.17.10 | Destination inspiration | Emily
Long haul holidays at this time of year are about as cheap as they get. Clever holidaymakers do their Christmas shopping in the tropics and head back refreshed and relaxed in time for the big day… Christmas in the Caribbean is packed, but there’s a lull in the weeks preceding the big day. People would [...]
11.20.10 | Travel Trade Secrets | Emily
Hays Travel have pledged to give away a holiday for two to our latest Hidden Gem – The Cleopatra Luxury Resorts Collection in Sharm el Sheikh – if they hit their target of 15000 ‘likes’ on their Facebook Page before the end of the year… If you love holidays, ‘like’ Hays Travel on Facebook. It’s [...]
11.26.10 | Uncategorized | Emily
The 2010 World Cup brought thousands of new tourists to South Africa – and word spread fast about just how much this destination has to offer its visitors… .. that’s why we’ve put together this very special deal to Cape Town. Tripadvisor users recently voted Cape Town their favourite destination in the world – and [...]
07.4.11 | Destination inspiration, Featured Destination | Emily
With spring officially here and the warmer months just around the corner, thoughts are turning to the summer holiday. And the sales team at Hays Travel say that one type of getaway reigns supreme: The all inclusive holiday. Here’s why we love checking into hotels where (almost) everything’s thrown in: Control: Isn’t it great to [...]
04.13.11 | Uncategorized | Emily
A twitter digest of the most recent tweets from http://twitter.com/haystravel
03.24.11 | Uncategorized | Emily
With 15 days to go until Christmas, time is running out to find the perfect present to put beneath the tree. But some of the best gifts don’t need wrapping. Save yourself the stress of a shopping trip and give an unforgettable experience from our list of Hays Travel’s best Christmas presents… A Festive Escape: [...]
12.11.10 | Destination inspiration | Emily
We zoom in on the hot island destination that’s less than six hours away from home… The Cape Verde Islands have been quietly making a name for themselves as a holiday hotspot for a few years now. Located in the Atlantic Ocean between Africa and South America, these ten islands in the sun are a [...]
12.7.10 | Destination inspiration | Emily
