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Tuesday, February 9, 2010


Living the high life in the heart of the Andes

Freewheeling on a bike down a path in the Andes, the lush green hills rise up before me. I’m not entirely sure where I’ll end up – and the thin air up here is making it hard to breathe.


Forget a soggy staycation and head into the sun

What’s the point of holidaying in the UK when it’s very likely to rain? Tim Walters swaps the British downpours for a scorcher on the Costa Brava.


Eurostar hop for party with Mickey and pals

Here’s a round-the-world trip with a difference; check-in at New York, drop over to the Wild West, zip out to outer space and have dinner in Paris – all in the same day! Sounds like a magical party - and it is, Disney-style of course.


Route 66 through US heartland

Route 66 runs through the heart of the United States like an artery, writes Simon Penfold. Celebrated in song, as you travel along its length you see more of the “real” America than in a month of Sundays at Disneyworld in Florida, in New York or California.


Home comforts at Norfolk’s Potters Resort

If you opt for Potters Leisure Resort, a hotel and holiday centre overlooking the beach on the coast of Norfolk, is a five-star holiday village in the country where what you pay for the holiday is largely what you will spend, says Diane Davies.


Eurostar to chocolate heaven

The great thing about travelling to Europe on Eurostar is that you step off the train and are immediately in the centre of the city you are visiting.


Four-wheeled fun in Eastbourne

Visitors to Eastbourne will be the first in the country to ride Quadricycles as the four-wheeled bikes make their debut at the UK’s sunniest resort.


Guide for walks in Yorkshire Wolds

A new walking pack will offer a handy guide to a host of walks – from leisurely strolls to serious treks – across the rolling landscape of the Yorkshire Wolds.


Kicks for free on a break in Jersey

Everyone likes a freebie at the best of times but, in the current economic climate, when looking for something to do, it is a real bonus if it doesn’t cost a penny.

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