It is possible for cruising to be enjoyed by all members of the family.  If you are considering a family cruise reading this article is a must! Read the rest of this entry »

Modern ships are fitted with efficient stabilisers that mitigate the effect of ship movement.  If you are worried about sea-sickness, opt for a bigger vessel which are less rocky, and choose a cabin mid-ships rather than the stem or stern. Read the rest of this entry »

Although you may be lucky to find a cruise bargain, don’t forget that the vast majority include one big, hidden cost that is never discounted… tipping! Read the rest of this entry »

If you are planning to take your car to France you make wish to make note the following rules of the French roads! Recent times have seen a clampdown on speeding in France and in a bid to reduce accident statistics, there are speed cameras all over the place. There is no longer a margin for speed tolerance, so beware - speed and expect to be caught! Read the rest of this entry »

Visiting Las Vegas? Here are the top-ten best pools in Las Vegas - take your pick!

The best pool has to be at the Mandalay Bay Resort and Casino. This 3,300 room resort is a tropical pleasure palace featuring 62 acres of vibrant green foliage and relaxing waterfalls. Amidst the mythical architecture, the resort offers four pools, one of which is reserved for VIP guests.  There is also an oval shaped river that takes you lazily around a lush tropical island with an abundance of palms and waterfalls.  The third pool, and probably the best of the four, is simply known as ‘The Beach’.  Here, 1700 tonnes of Californian sand has been imported especially to make this beach area, with several lagoons from where you can get away from it all!.The fourth, and main pool offers the only wave pool in Vegas.  With waves up to six feet high, it is particularly popular with body surfers.

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The introduction of an NCP managed valet parking service at Stansted airport has made the parking experience so much easier! Read the rest of this entry »

Opening in February 2007, Dolce La Hulpe Brussels, will be the largest Conference resort in Europe Read the rest of this entry »

Formerly the Dorchester Group, the Dorchester Collection has re-branded to reflect its individual, traditional and contemporary hotels. Read the rest of this entry »

Now it is easier than ever to fly to the Far East. Read the rest of this entry »

After travelling around Europe, the young Spanish King Alfonzo XIII decided that Madrid needed a hotel to rival the Ritz Hotel in Paris. Read the rest of this entry »