Wednesday, 30 March 2011

Top 5 spots for stargazing

Astro-tourism is on the rise and it’s not hard to see why — there is nothing more magical and mysterious than the night’s sky. From the deserts of northern Chile to the highest peak of Hawaii, here is Travelbite.co.uk’s pick of the world’s best spots for stargazing:
http://www.travelbite.co.uk/holiday-ideas/feature/dest-south-america/chile/top-5-spots-for-stargazing-$1380993.htm

Royal getaways: make the most of your bank holiday weekend

This year we have the luxury of an extra bank holiday weekend – thanks to the royal wedding – so whether you’re watching the ceremony or not, make the most of those precious extra days with a long weekend break.

Check out Travelbite.co.uk’s selection of weekend break ideas:

Tuesday, 29 March 2011

Mother's Day 2011 - make it memorable

Don't forget it's Mother's Day this weekend!

Make the most of Mother's Day and give mum what she really wants- some precious family time. From flower arranging to afternoon tea, it's time to make Mother's Day memorable.

Check out Travelbite.co.uk's top 5 things to do on Mother's Day in the UK:

http://www.travelbite.co.uk/holiday-ideas/feature/uk/top-5-things-to-do-on-mother-s-day-$1380877.htm

Last minute Easter holiday ideas

Haven't booked an easter break yet? No need to fret, there are some great last minute travel deals on offer.

Check out Travelbite.co.uk's selection of holiday ideas- from a ski break to an Eastern European Easter:

http://www.travelbite.co.uk/holiday-ideas/feature/holidays/short-breaks-city-breaks/last-minute-easter-holiday-ideas-$1381052.htm

Friday, 18 March 2011

Spring has sprung!

Winter is finally over and the first signs of spring are beginning to appear. From vibrant azaleas to canary-yellow daffodils, it's time to enjoy the great outdoors as it springs to life.


There's nothing more pleasant after months of dull and misty skies than spotting spring's first offerings, lighting up the landscape with splashes of colour- so make the most of Mother Nature's prettiest season by visiting some of the UK's best gardens.



Check out Travelbite.co.uk's pick of the best spring gardens in the UK:
http://www.travelbite.co.uk/holiday-ideas/uk/spring-has-sprung--$1380952.htm

Thursday, 17 March 2011

Japan Earthquake: latest travel advice:

On March 11th 2011 Japan was hit by a mega-quake which registered 9.0 on the Richter scale. It struck 250 miles (400km) from Tokyo at 1446 local time (0546 GMT) and was followed by a tsunami that devastated north eastern Japan.

The Foreign and Commonwealth Office (FCO) is advising against “all non- essential travel” to Tokyo and north eastern Japan.

Check out the rest of the FCO's latest travel advice here (last updated March 17th 2011): http://www.travelbite.co.uk/travel-news/north-asia/japan/japan-earthquake-travel-advice-update-$1380867.htm