BRIEF NEWS MULT IPLE U K BREA KS Data from AI-driven family holiday experts tripAbrood shows that, this summer, three night mini-breaks are the new seven day holiday. Families are also choosing to take several mini-breaks instead, as week-long breaks are in such short supply.
PAY BY CRYPTO The Pavilions Hotels & Resorts enhances its guest experiences by becoming the first global boutique hotel group to accept Cryptocurrency from any country for hotel bookings, leading the tourism industry into the future of secure online payments. It has partnered with Coindirect, enabling customers to pay with Bitcoin,Ethereum and 40 other virtual currencies confidently and securely, 24/7.
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Ourfavourite travel stories, ready to inspire your next break, at home or away. .. SPA IN ' S LOVE VELO PARTNERSH IP The Costa Calida Region of Murcia has partnered with Love Velo, the UK's fastest growing cycling business, and launched two new itineraries targeting British cycling enthusiasts. The itinerary takes guests through sweeping landscapes, over and around impressive mountains, and past the striking views of local vineyards and olive groves. The region has an average of over 300 days of sunshine each year.
REF IT FOR V INTAGE LUXURY CLASS IC YACHT Vintage motor yacht Maid Marian 2, revels in her 90th year after a rejuvenating refit. A seven-night luxury trip costs around £60,000, and is based on 10 adults sharing the yacht on a full-board basis, including meals, drinks and fuel. maidmarian2. com
V IRTUAL TOURS FOR HOL IDAY LETS In 2021, an increasing proportion of Brits (62%) plan to spend their main summer holiday in the UK, at a holiday rental. This has led to a rising number of UK holiday providers such as madesnappy.co.uk using 360° tours as a marketing tool, giving holidaymakers extra confidence when booking a rental.
NEW LUXURY HOTSPOTS IN JAPAN Kouri Island, in Japan's subtropical southern prefecture of Okinawa, has welcomed the opening of two new luxury properties,Away Okinawa Kouri Island Resort and LOISIRTerrace & Villas KOURI. The island, known by Okinawan's as "Love Island" thanks to its two distinctive heart-shaped rocks onTinu Beach and a historic local legend similar to the tale of Adam and Eve, is perfect for those looking for a remote and secluded getaway.
U K HOL IDAY HOME SWAPP ING California, Bermuda, New York,Toronto,Egypt: classic holiday spots that are currently tricky to get to, right?Wrong. Holidaymakers can physically visit all of these destinations without setting foot outside the UK, as they are the names of towns and villages right here in Britain. To discover more see
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Dreaming of C Y P RU S The summer months in Cyprus are warm and dry, providing the perfect summer vacation. Explore the island’s several stunning beaches, enjoy the world famous Cypriot food and discover the mountain scenery, centuries-old sights and traditional harbour towns. This is the perfect destination for families, couples and party people, making it the ultimate summer holiday choice regardless of what you love doing when abroad.
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