Baltic Cruises are a popular holiday choice for travellers from all over the world. With Baltic Cruise itineraries on offer from such leading operators as P&O cruises, Thomson Cruises and Princess Cruises, passengers can choose from a range of cruise experiences taking in the highlights of the Baltic coastline.

Baltic Cruises will offer a combination of ports throughout the Baltic region offering a selection of sights and sensations along the way. Visit Copenhagen, the beautiful and popular Danish capital, billed as one of the greenest cities in Europe, where passengers can enjoy a walking tour and admire the stunning skyline dominated by a plethora of towers and spires. Go to Gothenburg, the Swedish city that is home to the innovative Alvbogs Bridge and the architecturally inspiring Gothenburg Opera House. Helsinki, the Finnish capital, is a great stop for Scandinavian souvenir shopping and was recently selected as the World Design Capital for 2012. 

Why not try Talin where the beautifully preserved medieval capital of Estonia sits in stark juxtaposition to the grim remnants of the Soviet era. Or sail to St Petersburg, Russia’s “Imperialist Capital” and second largest city with sights such as the Peter and Paul Fortress Cathedral, Griboyedov Canal and the Winter Palace. Also on offer is Oslo, the Norwegian capital which offers such diverse delights as the Norwegian Museum of Cultural History and the TusenFryd Amusement Park.

Whatever combination of Baltic Ports passengers choose they can be sure of a unique experience, with some stunning seascape scenery along the way.

The ancient city of Petra is a spectacular site and often one of the first places travellers on flights to Jordan want to visit. The incredible sandstone structures carved directly out of the rock face date back to the third century BC. The treasury building, Al Khazneh, is perhaps the most impressive edifice at the site. An entry fee is required to gain access and with so much to see it’s well worth it to get there early to beat the crowds.

Wadi Rum was made famous by the movie, “Lawrence of Arabia” and remains one of the most popular destinations for tourists on flights to Jordan. The area’s amazing rock formations and gorgeous desert landscapes provide a stunning backdrop for all kinds of outdoor adventures like camping, hiking, rock climbing and camel trekking.

On the coast of the Red Sea lies the town of Aqaba, a popular seaside resort. The nearest town is the Israeli resort of Eilat, but because far fewer tourists visit Jordan than Israel, Aqaba is a much less developed and more peaceful destination. Try scuba diving or snorkelling along the coral reef or take a glass-bottom boat tour if you’re skittish about being underwater.

The Mosaic Map of Madaba, first discovered in 1896 and located in St. George’s Church, is an incredible artefact and a must-see on any visit to Jordan. The map is made of over two million pieces of mosaic tile and depicts a complete picture of the Holy Land. Apart from the map, the entire city of Madaba is rich in ancient history.

Always a popular holiday destination, Mallorca is the biggest of Spain’s Balearic Islands.  With its fantastic climate and gorgeous beaches, flights to Mallorca bring hundreds of thousands of travellers every year. Whether you are looking for a little family fun in the sun or some well-deserved self-indulgence, Mallorca is sure to have what you’re looking for.

All international flights to Mallorca arrive in the capital city of Palma and many visitors to the island never leave the city. Palma is full of stunning attractions, such as impressive Gothic architecture, beautiful beaches and vibrant nightlife; it’s not hard to figure out why so many travellers are attracted to it. 

There’s also plenty of history in Palma. Previously occupied by Romans, Byzantines, Moors and the Spanish, the city is rich in blended tradition and unique cultures. Architecture, historic artefacts and other remnants of these powerful empires can be found throughout the city.

Flights to Mallorca also provide easy access to the island’s other popular destinations.  The southern coast is dotted with lively seaside resorts for young singles and couples; you will never be far from a party. Pollensa, in the north, is a trendy resort for luxury vacationers and you’ll find posh yachts moored in fancy marinas. The island’s interior is short on accommodation, but there’s no match, anywhere else on the island, for gorgeous natural scenery. A drive through the countryside is a great way to complete any holiday. 

Carnival Cruises offer holidaymakers an alternative to the sometimes stuffy and staid onboard atmosphere offered by traditional cruise operators. The cruise specialists claim that their cruise holidays are “proof that fun floats” and their exceptional programme of onboard activities and entertainment are a testament to their belief in this motto.

Onboard activities range from sporting contests to deck parties, with facilities such as casinos, bars, nightclubs, live performance venues and more all onboard for the cruise passenger’s enjoyment. Dedicated teams are employed by Carnival Cruises to structure and lead children’s activities ensuring they get as much enjoyments as the adults from their time at sea.

During your time in port, Carnival offers an exceptional selection of shore excursions using the knowledge of local experts to help their cruise passengers experience the best selection of sights and local atmosphere during their time off of the ship.

On a Carnival Cruise every day is a cause for celebration and the cruise company’s great selection on board eateries offer a fine venue to do just that. Enjoy relaxed dining with friends, or share a cosy meal as a couple – the choice is yours.

With a fleet of 22 luxurious liners with such inspiring names as Ecstasy, Sensation and Fascination, Carnival Cruises sails to destinations in the Americas, Europe and the Caribbean as well as offering their innovative “cruise to nowhere” option, which will allow you to experience all the on board fun of a cruise without going very far away from home.

Rome is widely recognised as being the birthplace of modern civilisation. A city rich in mystery and artistry, the streets reflect centuries of history, Vatican City, the Colosseum, the Forum and the Farnese Gardens. Rome’s museums are home to some of the greatest masterpieces in the world. First class dining and shopping are also high on many travellers’ lists.

Venice was once the main trading post between Europe and the East. Merchants from all over the world used to do business here and the city is full of the remnants of that glorious past. From glassware to lace to festival masks, there is still a strong tradition of artistry and commerce here.

As the commercial and financial centre of the nation, Milan is at the forefront of the Italian economy. This beautiful city is also a well-established international fashion capital. Flights to Italy should include a stop in Milan to take in all this amazing destination has to offer.

Perhaps the country’s most stunning city, Florence, is a centre of art and culture. The Renaissance began here and is reflected in paintings, frescos, statues and architecture across the city.

Flights to Italy frequently bring travellers to the lovely city of Bologna. With its medieval palaces, streets and squares, this is one of the hidden gems of Italy. You’ll find fewer tourists, lots of students, fantastic nightlife and some of the best food in the world.

With so much to see and do, simply planning flights to Italy is an incredible first step in the experience of a lifetime.

Flights to Belfast are widely available as they are to other destinations in the United Kingdom.

You can fly to Belfast International Airport by using one of the five airlines that the airport acts as a hub for. The airport accounts for around two per cent of all UK passengers that use airports throughout a calendar year.

Flights to Belfast will be cheaper if you are travelling internally or from mainland England, Scotland or Wales. You will need a passport as proof of identification, but as Belfast is part of the United Kingdom, you will not have it stamped by the authorities to prove the purpose and length of your visit.

Flights from Blackpool and the Cornish town of Newquay are the most popular to get to Belfast from within the United Kingdom. There are also 11 other European airlines that fly directly into Belfast.

Transport links to the airport are very good with the M2 Motorway providing a direct route into the city and a bus service operates 24 hours a day directly from the centre of Belfast.

Antrim rail station is around six miles away from the airport and offers journeys to the airport at discounted prices in order for you to catch your flight.

You can look for cheap flights and package deals that will include a travel to Northern Ireland, a stop off at Belfast and tickets to many attractions in this delightful country. Now that the troubles have abated Northern Ireland is a very popular place for tourists from all over the world to visit.

It is said that taking a skiiing holiday in beautiful Italy is a more sensuous experience than any of the other popular skiing destinations. Because of its location the sun is that little bit warmer on your face and not to forget that longed for Italian food, so different from the imitation pizzas so often found here, those dreamy light and creamy pasta dishes like nowhere else on earth. There is no wonder that even the most dedicated skiers enjoying their skiing holiday finds that it is difficult to prize themselves away from the sun-drenched terrace soaking up the sun, more so if you have indulged in the delightful “bombardio” a concotion of fresh coffee mixed with whisky, eggnog and cream. As with many things in life the Italians have a laid back approach to their skiing, which is great as it leaves the well groomed and usually uncrowded pistes, leaving them for those who wish to take on the more serious business of skiing!

The majority of Italy’s ski resorts are to be found in the Dolomites and also the north west area with resorts such as Cervinia bordering the Swiss border giving them a truly international feel. There is no shortage of skiing in Italy, many of the resorts are connected by lifts to give vast areas of skiing that can rival some of the Alpine ski regions, an example is the massive 750 miles of Superski in the Dolomites. Sauze d’Oulx has long been a favourite for the British taking a skiing holiday with fantastic facilities for the young and families alike, even if it was once described many years ago as the “Blackpool” of the ski resorts, very unfair because it is not like that at all. This resort connects with the French ski resort of Montgenevre, with the option of skiing the massive 400 Kms of the “milky way” at your disposal.

Of course if you are looking for glamour as well as exercise on your skiing holiday you should look no further than Cortina. This is a luxurious resort and most Italians don’t stray onto the slpoes but confine themselves to the rather old fashioned glamour of the town itself. Littered with designer boutiques and anitique shops with delightdful coffee shops with waist extending fabulous cakes and pastries. Cortina does have an abundance of inexpensive restaurants, but you could treat yourself to the Michelin starred Tivoli or the El Toula. A skiikng holiday in Italy offers the best of all worlds.

Russia is by far and away the country in Europe with the biggest land mass. The country spans over 17 million square kilometres and has a combined population of over 140 million people, larger than the United States of America. The country shares a number of borders with surrounding European countries – borders that were predominantly formed during the times of the Russian empire.

The country is dominant in the oil and gas industry and is home to some of the world’s richest entrepreneurs. Russia also supplies many other European countries with vital energy supplies.

The country has a very rich and deep history, some of it pleasant and some very unpleasant. When the country was a communist state, the Soviet Union, Russia was headed by some of the most brutal leaders the world has ever seen.

The country is now a most desirable place to visit for all tourists as so much historical architecture has been preserved. There is also the chance to visit the tomb of the leader, Lenin, plus many other more cheerful attractions.

In terms of getting to and from the country, airports are the most popular option with millions using them each year. Russia is also highly regarded as having the most efficient rail network in Europe. Travel is extremely efficient here, making it easy for tourists to see everything that is on offer.

The country has so much to offer and the culture is one of the most diverse in the world, thus making it a very appealing place for millions of people to visit each year.

Reports are coming in from the Ski Club of Great Britain that tells of some fantastic snowfalls across Austria, France, Italy and Switzerland, most unusual for this time of year. Over the weekend of the 7th & 8th of November, skiers and snowboarders enjoyed outstanding conditions for this time of year as a handful of European resorts opened earlier than expected following snowfalls of up to 20ins. Crucially the temperatures have been staying low so the snow is settling; even leaving some resorts blanketed like it’s the middle of winter.

Resorts like Saas Fee in Switzerland, have reported snow depths that have already reached more than 3ft on upper slopes, while the Austrian resort of Kitzbühel set an 80 year record by opening on October 24, unheard of say specialist ski holidays operator. The first week in November saw some places having up to 50cm of fresh snow, which is just short of two feet! For people looking for a ski holiday in December, when the best ski deals are to be found, can expect snow conditions that are more like January and February and they can be confident that there will be a good base layer of snow on the pistes.

Kitzbühel, which is one of the lower Austrian resorts can often struggle in the early part of the ski season but this year was one of the earliest to open its lifts in October, after heavy falls over the last three weeks. A spokesman for the resort’s lift operators said: “We are so pleased that this year it was possible to provide this skiing facility at an earlier date than ever before in the 80 years of the resort’s history.”

With the early snows, it is possible to take advantage of a plethora of cheap ski deals which is good news for skiers and boarders and all this comes on top of a wonderful year last year when many Alpine resorts experienced the best snow conditions in a generation, long may it continue!

Royal Caribbean is one of the biggest tour operators in the world, and as well as boasting a truly stunning fleet of ships, they also cover some of the most attractive routes in the world.

Royal Caribbean covers all the popular destinations; Mediterranean, Caribbean and the Far East Cruises to name but a few. This cruise company also offer more intriguing options like the Alaska cruise and the cruise to Panama Canal.

Some of the most captivating ships in the world belong to Royal Caribbean; their fleet is separated into different class categories, among the most popular is the Voyager class, which is where you will find such famous ships as the Explorer of the Seas, and Adventurer of the Seas. The latter is home to an ice-skating rink, a mini-golf course and has a guest capacity over 3,000.

The latest edition to the Royal Caribbean collection, and a ship that has been making headlines right around the globe, is the Oasis of the Seas. This cruise ship is the biggest cruise ship ever to take to the water. On board are a rock-climbing park, golf courses, and even a park with a range of flora and fauna. This colossal feat of boating architecture is over 306 metres long and has a guest capacity of 5,400.

Royal Caribbean cruises will provide luxury voyages to places that paradise can only aspire to be, and they also offer late cruise deals that can save you a substantial amount on your ticket price. Off-peak will also be a great time to travel if you are looking for the best deal.