Holidays & Travel

Why Edinburgh Stories Begin on a Minibus

In a city as culturally rich and historically layered as Edinburgh , every journey carries the potential to become a story. From April to September, when festivals energize the streets and millions of visitors arrive, the way people move across the city becomes an essential part of their experience. This is exactly why so many unforgettable moments now begin on a 16-seater minibus — an increasingly popular choice for group travel. Understanding the value of a service aligned with arranging 16 seater minibus hire in Edinburgh is key to appreciating how these rides elevate the entire...

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More holiday homes needed in SW

One of the longest spells of dry and sunny weather in living memory has led to record levels of customer demand for holidays in the UK and South West. Exeter-based Blue Chip Holidays, the region's largest provider of four-and five-star self catering properties, has such high demand that it is on the look out for additional high-end properties to meet the last-minute rush for family breaks.

Commenting on the strengthening of the staycation phenomena Allan Lambert, Managing Director of Blue Chip Holidays, and Director of The Institute of Travel and Tourism, said: “Customers have...

Third of Brits unable to read a map

Research carried out by GPS technology specialists Garmin, to mark their 25th anniversary, reveals that over a third (39%) of people don’t know how to navigate using a traditional map and need to rely on guided directions in order to get them to their destination. As a result one in 10 (16%) admit that they are heavily reliant on a sat nav, even using it for journeys they make often.

Almost half (40%) of people refuse to openly admit when they get lost for fear of embarrassment. Almost a third (29%) refuse to seek help and ask for directions altogether, despite being lost, with...

Flybe secures partnership with world’s largest student travel booking agency

Flybe, Europe’s largest regional airline, is delighted to announce a landmark deal with STA Travel confirming its status as the Preferred Partner for Student and Youth Travel which will see a range of affordable seat fares offered for sale across Flybe’s extensive 180+ route network to STA Travel’s customer base.

STA Travel is the world’s largest student and youth travel company, operating in over 63 countries and has more than 230 retail stores globally in addition to its web booking engine that offers 24/7 global travel help. It has a high profile through a number of promotional...

Are you fit to tow this summer?

People are being urged to help cut the number of towing related incidents on the country’s major roads this summer by checking their caravan or trailer before setting out.

There were 516 towing related incidents recorded on Highways Agency roads in the South West between July and September in 2013, and 2415 incidents nationally, each potentially causing long delays and distress to those involved.

But many of these incidents could have been avoided if a few simple checks had been carried out, particularly where the caravan or trailer had not been used since the previous year...

CrossCountry Trains' Great Giveaway

This summer, leading train company, CrossCountry, is rewarding its passengers by surprising and delighting them with over 17,000 prizes up for grabs.

CrossCountry launched its Great Giveaway with TV legend Timmy Mallett as he surprised passengers on board one of its trains earlier in the week playing Mallet’s Mallet and handing out special golden tickets for the chance to win prizes.

For the next two weeks CrossCountry will be offering customers the chance to get their hands on prizes such as First class upgrades, Railcards, free hot drink vouchers, WiFi sessions and free...

Newcastle flights return to Exeter

Flybe, Europe’s largest regional airline, has confirmed its commitment to further growth with the announcement earlier this week of the return of daily Newcastle flights from Exeter airport.

One way fares are on sale now from £29.99 including taxes and charges for travel effective 26 October 2014 to 28 March 2015,

Paul Simmons, Flybe’s Chief Commercial Officer, said: “We are pleased to announce the return of our Newcastle route out of Exeter and are committed to increasing connectivity, both for business and leisure passengers “The decision to reintroduce this route...

Trail of discovery at Gara Rock

A new discovery trail devised by Gara Rock will take children and their families on a voyage of discovery when they visit the café restaurant or stay in the self-catering apartments and cottages during the summer months ahead.

And owners of the unique development have teamed up with Salcombe-based clothing company Quba & Co to offer everyone who takes part in the treasure trail the chance to enter a draw and win a prize each month.

Gara Rock is perched up high on the cliff tops of the rugged south Devon coast near East Portlemouth. It is steeped in history and tales of...

New bus service as work continues on A380

The South Devon Link Road project team has announced the launch of a new bus service, as construction on the A380 South Devon Link Road moves into the next phase.

The new bus route is being introduced as a result of the closure of five bus stops along the Link Road. Activity is planned on sections of the existing A380 which are currently used by traffic, so the bus stops in three locations will be permanently removed on 28th July.

The locations of the bus stops to be removed are:

• Milber Steps, Newton Abbot – North and Southbound • Aller Brake, Newton Abbot – North...

UK airport security tightened

Airline passengers travelling on some routes to and from the UK will be required to show their electronic devices can be powered up before being allowed to fly.

The Department for Transport have advised passengers to ensure their devices are charged before travelling, warning that if your device doesn’t switch on when requested, you will not be allowed to take it onto the aircraft.

A DfT spokesperson said: “The UK government keeps aviation security under constant review in conjunction with international partners and the aviation industry.

“On 2 July we announced we...

Blue Chip Holidays shortlisted for two awards

Exeter-based Blue Chip Holidays, the largest provider of four and five star self catering properties across the South West and Isle of Wight, and which has recently extended into Yorkshire, has been shortlisted by the British Travel Awards (BTAs) in two of its most prestigious categories.

Having been nominated in the category for Best UK Cottage/Self Catering Booking Company, and Best Holiday Company for Customer Service 2014, Blue Chip Holidays is now looking to a wave of public support to help it win in what is the largest publically nominated travel awards of its kind in the UK...

Holidays & Travel

Why Edinburgh Stories Begin on a Minibus

More holiday homes needed in SW

Third of Brits unable to read a map

Flybe secures partnership with world’s largest student travel booking agency

Are you fit to tow this summer?

CrossCountry Trains' Great Giveaway

Newcastle flights return to Exeter

Trail of discovery at Gara Rock

New bus service as work continues on A380

UK airport security tightened

Blue Chip Holidays shortlisted for two awards

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