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Modern Wonder: Gardens of Babylon

Modern Wonder: Gardens of Babylon

Having been recognised as Turkey’s Leading Beach Resort by the World Travel Awards in 2012, Gardens of Babylon, located in Bodrum, Turkey, has seen its international profile skyrocket. Here Breaking Travel News takes a look at what is on offer at this globally recognised wellness resort.

Flights to Oz via the United States

Flights to Oz via the United States

Flights to Oz are time consuming so it’s worth talking to your booking agent about the best route and potential stopovers. One idea for flights to Australia with stopovers is to fly via the United States with options to stop off at New York, San Francisco or Los Angeles. OzAdventures can advise about internal flights and/or stopovers at low cost, so why not take advantage! Here are just some of the things you could be getting up to stateside.

Sandals Resorts prepares to launch latest Caribbean property

Sandals Resorts prepares to launch latest Caribbean property

Sandals Resorts will open the doors to its newest and most contemporary Luxury Included resort, Sandals LaSource Grenada Resort & Spa, in December 2013. Situated on 17 acres of stunning land along the pristine Pink Gin Beach, Sandals LaSource Grenada will offer guests the highest level of luxury with an unprecedented look and feel.

What Makes Brittany Such a Holiday Draw?

Whether you’re on a camping trip or you’re in the area for other cultural attractions, Brittany has become one of the most popular European holiday destinations, for a variety of reasons. A multitude of events are held each year in the Brittany region and there’s also a long and varied list of resorts, towns, cities and villages there that are enduringly popular. We’ve picked a few for you to consider if you’re considering Brittany as your next holiday destination.

Lima to host World Travel Awards South & Central America Gala Ceremony

Lima to host World Travel Awards South & Central America Gala Ceremony

World Travel Awards has confirmed the host for its annual South & Central America Gala Ceremony will be Lima, Peru. Regarded as the premier global awards ceremony programme for the travel, tourism and hospitality industry, the World Travel Awards Gala Ceremony will see entrants from across South America competing in over 35 categories.

Kemer: the jewel in Turkey’s Mediterranean crown

Turkey has firmly established itself as a massive holiday favourite among Europeans with its mix of cultures, gorgeous food and surprising affordability. Istanbul, the sprawling metropolis dissected by the dramatic Bosphorus strait, is one of the world’s most alluring and storied cities but Turkey’s beach resorts exact a pull of their own, offering great weather and relaxation.

Ambition pays dividends for Welcome to Yorkshire

Ambition pays dividends for Welcome to Yorkshire

It is often said that innovation is the key to survival in tough economic times. This adage has certainly been proven right at Welcome to Yorkshire, where constant innovation is the watchword behind every new initiative that the business begins.

Fashion and gadget summer holiday essentials for 2013

It’s no accident that spring’s fashion weeks coincide with technology conferences and new phone launches. Samsung chose to unveil its much-anticipated S4 in Times Square just weeks after Chanel unveiled designer Karl Lagerfield’s hula-hoop bag. While the S4 may prove to be a much more popular purchase, even hula-hoop bags may have a place in this 2013 round-up of summer holiday musts.

Norwegian: Survival of the fittest in European aviation

Norwegian: Survival of the fittest in European aviation

As Norwegian prepares to open its first base in the UK, at London Gatwick Airport, Breaking Travel News chats with chief executive Bjørn Kjos about the growing importance of Asian consumers, problems with the launch of the Dreamliner on long-haul routes and the prospects of the aviation industry over the coming decade.

FORMIA Extends Relationship with Turkish Airlines

FORMIA Extends Relationship with Turkish Airlines

FORMIA today announces a further extension to its commercial relationship with Turkish Airlines. In 2011, the two companies signed a long term contract for the supply of a range of FORMIA’s high quality inflight service amenity kits for passengers.

Top European Cruise Destinations This Year

Is this year the year of the cruise for you and your loved ones? If so, you’re in luck; you can now expect more than your typical cruise destinations around the world, but look forward to some new and very exciting ones too. This article highlights some of the latest cruise offers now available around Europe during the first half of this year. It also seeks to inform on which ones are the most popular and more importantly, why they are so popular! Make sure you have a gander before making a decision on where to set sail.