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Perfect for… Easter egg-stravaganzas
By Kate Donoughue on 15/02/2012 11:39:46
You can't do better than a Brazilian Easter
Brazil celebrates Easter in a big way. Fiestas, fetes and processions abound throughout Semana Santa (Holy Week), in addition to more serious religious rituals. Experience Easter the Brazilian way at Hotel Toriba, Campos do Jordão, located
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Five great destinations for a White Christmas
By Catherine O'Dolan on 23/11/2010 16:30:48
Whether it's super-soft snow, soothing sands, or white-water rafting, you can have yourself a white Christmas with these fantastic festive breaks
Isles of ScillyOK, so if it was a Flying Sleigh Club, it might feel a bit more appropriate, but the festive offering at this unusual venue is refreshingly different. Named after the flying boats that flew from Tresco during World War I, the site is now a development of 12 stunni...
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The Doctor Who Experience Christmas Grotto
By Fiona McKim on 15/12/2011 15:17:19
Journey to Christmas past with the intrepid Time Lord
Invasion, Santa-suit wearing roboforms from The Runaway Bride and the maid outfit worn by Kylie Minogue in Voyage Of The Damned.For those seeking a rather more conventional grotto experience, a traditional Santa Claus will be on hand to meet children
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Rockliffe Hall in Tees Valley
By Junior on 08/08/2011 12:27:24
Rockliffe Hall will make Christmas with your family extra special
Whether it’s pampering, gourmet food or presents from Santa, every member of the family will get their wish at Rockliffe Hall, an 18th-century mansion in the northeast’s Tees Valley. There are festive two or three-night breaks over Christmas where
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Luxury villa breaks
By Junior on 02/08/2011 15:33:03
Have a marvelous time in St Stephano, Corfu
In the chic northeast corner of Corfu lies the stunning harbour village of St Stephano where CV Travel offer luxurious villa breaks. Villa Santa Barbara is built from local stone, set in a fenced garden with lawns, olive trees and a pool. You can
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Fabulous Festive Days Out In Wales
By Fiona McKim on 10/11/2011 10:50:20
Our pick of the happiest yuletide happenings for a Welsh winter wonderland
Santa’s Toy MineNovember 20–December 23Visit Rhondda Heritage Park for this magical underground adventure; can you discover Santa’s secret hideaway? Valiant adventurers will be rewarded with a special gift and tasty seasonal treats.The Dinefwr
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Fabulous Festive Days Out In Northern Ireland
By Fiona McKim on 10/11/2011 11:00:10
Our pick of the happiest yuletide happenings in Northern Ireland
.Christmas At The FarmDecember 1–24Experience the magic of the very first Christmas at The Ark Open Farm by entering a nativity scene with real animals, then pay a visit to santa and his adorable reindeer in his a cosy log cabin.Santa At Hezlett HouseDecember 3–4, 8
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Fabulous Festive Days Out In Scotland
By Fiona McKim on 10/11/2011 10:10:27
Our pick of the happiest yuletide happenings north of the border
to adorn your own Christmas tree.Meet Santa And The AnimalsDecember 3–18Meet a Santa Clause and his elf at Camperdown Wildlife Centre in Dundee who will be mingling with the many varieties of wildlife onsite then head to Mrs Clause’s Café for a warming
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Fabulous Festive Days Out In London
By Fiona McKim on 10/11/2011 10:00:42
Our pick of the happiest yuletide happenings in the capital
Whiteleys Christmas GrottoNovember 17–December 24In support of the National Literacy Trust’s Young Readers Programme, The jolly Santa Claus in Whiteleys in Bayswater will be giving away age-appropriate books to every child who visits him in his cosy
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Fabulous Festive Days Out In The Midlands
By Fiona McKim on 10/11/2011 10:20:00
Our pick of the happiest yuletide happenings in the heart of the country
will be in chocolate heaven during one of these special festive weekends at Cadbury World in Birmingham. As well as the opportunity to meet Santa Clause and receive an appetizing gift, families can watch a potted 30 minute pantomime and tuck into traditional fare
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