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With so much to see and do at Walt Disney World, it can be easy to miss some of the magic that’s hidden in plain sight.  

Seville is bursting with antique charm. The Alcazar palace complex is a stunning collage of architectural styles, and the Cathedral will impress you with its beauty and its status as the burial site of Christopher Columbus.

My hiking holiday in St Ives Cornwall with Holiday Fellowship (HF) Holidays was a great experience. St Ives is a delightful resort town with a maze-like old fishing area. It’s a perfect centre from which to discover the surrounding region. The HF Holidays’ Hiking Leaders were great. During the day hiking they guided us in a caring and considerate way, and also pointed out places of interest. There were 5 days of hikes and the hiking time was around 5 to 7 hours each day. We spent our free day taking a look around St Ives.

Cycling holidays in France, Italy, Spain and Austria. Travel at your own pace through beautiful, undiscovered countryside while your bags are moved for you…

Sail through Poole Harbour, along the Jurassic Coast to Swanage and then step back in time as the steam railway takes you to Corfe Castle. A perfect combination!

This French Cycling holiday is predominantly flat, with just the odd ascent to make you feel you’ve earned your supper. Following the course of the rivers Loire and Cher, the roads are practically car-free, and many kilometres are covered on dedicated cycleways. The Loire Valley tour showcases the very best of this fascinating region, and will be a cycling vacation you’ll never forget! Cyclists of all abilities can look forward to some fantastic scenery whilst on a cycling holiday in France, along with experiencing traditional French cuisine in the many hotels you stop at on your travels through the scenic [More]

This is a region of contrasts, with wild moorland, classic walking country which encompasses every kind of activity, from a gentle stroll to the lofty challenge of the Peaks themselves. The leafy lanes and quiet villages are ideal for that feeling of getting away from it all.

Located on the Aker River in Norway’s south east is the beautiful city of Oslo. As well as being the country’s capital and cultural heart, Oslo is also the gateway to Norway’s natural beauty.

Diving trips in the Cote d’Azur for all levels from those learning to dive to experienced divers. Enjoy fantastic diving and explore the highlights of this magnificent stretch of coastline such as Monaco, Nice, Cannes and St Tropez The diving from La Londe is in Port Cros – Europe’s first marine wildlife reserve. The Reserve, which came into being in 1963, works to conserve marine life and raise public awareness of the diversity of species as well as pioneering bio-management techniques, which ensure that, despite the number of visitors, the area’s ecosystem remains untouched, and all operators in the reserve [More]

From the amphitheatre to the ancient theatre this Provence town is famous for its history as well as its connection to the artist Vincent Van Gogh. From UNESCO World Heritage Sights to viewing Van Gogh’s Paintings Arles has so much in it that you need more than a day trip to take it all in.  

The Republic of Vanuatu lies in the South Pacific Ocean, just a short flight from Australia and New Zealand. Most visitors to Vanuatu arrive at the nation’s capital – Port Vila sits at the edge of a magnificent natural harbour filled with corals and sea life.  

A week long holiday in North Cornwall with some amazing scenery and some tough sections to hike. This included 7 circular day hiking routes: 6 with a section along the South West Coast Path at Bude; Port Isaac; Padstow; Dizzard Point; Tintagel and Boscastle; and Trevone, Trebarwith and Delabole; plus one inland along The Camel Trail at Padstow. The distance of the hikes varied between 5 and 12 miles. To find out about more Day Hiking Trips www.hikingequipmentsite.com

Although a Gite used to be a basic place to stay, today you can get luxurious accommodation with swimming pools etc, that can offer excellent value for your money when it comes to your family holiday. With thousands available all around France, many people find that staying in Gites is a good way of experiencing France whether it be whilst traveling through or for a memorable holiday in a specific region. Technically speaking to be called a Gite the owner must live close by in order to provide help, assistance and a warm welcome to guests, whereas if it is [More]

A cruise on the Nile in the wake of the ancient Egyptians, an adventure into the world of the Pharaohs and an atmospheric glimpse into their remarkable culture.