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The Isle of Man tour is the perfect mini cruise destination

09/03/2012

If you’re considering embarking on a short cruise, the Isle of Man is one destination you should definitely visit. Its fairly compact size – it measures just 572 sq km – means it can be easily incorporated into a weekend getaway. However, that isn’t to say there is not much to see and do here. Take a tour of the isle and you’ll uncover a rich, vast culture.

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It shouldn’t take long after embarking on your cruises from Southampton before you reach Guernsey, a jewel of the English Channel. One of the Channel Islands, it is the perfect place to drop anchor and come ashore, as there’s plenty to see and do.

Coffee with a local in Toulouse

IdealShortBreaks.co.uk travels to the southern French city of Toulouse, to find out the local secrets from resident Mélissa Buttelli.


Three stops to make on a Burgundy boating holiday

If you want to experience France at its most authentic, you can’t go wrong by booking a Burgundy canal boat and meandering through the Franche-Comte region. Known for its world-famous vineyards and natural beauty, Burgundy also has plenty more to offer travellers, whether you’re staying for a couple of weeks or just a few days.

Coffee with a local in Berlin

IdealShortBreaks.co.uk goes to Berlin,to get the insider tips on the German capital, from resident Janita Doelken.


Coffee with a local in Geneva

We chat to Geneva resident Hannah Southall about cheap eats and bicycle rides, over a glass of ‘Une Piscine de Rosé avec Pamplemousse’…

Top picks for March festivals

Thinking of heading away for a short break this March? Here’s a roundup of some of the best European festivals next month, from burning huge statues and fireworks, to the world famous Irish festival and the cultural highlight of the year in Budapest, March sees some pretty great events taking place.


Europe’s top cultural summer festivals

A cultural festival in Europe is the perfect way to get a taste of what a place has to offer. This allows you to take part in events that have been going on for years and enables you to follow the lead of locals and get stuck right into the action.

Explore the Cliveden estate on Thames boat trips

If you’re planning a boat trip on the River Thames, you’ll find plenty of settlements and attractions to visit along the way. If you can only spend a few days on the water, however, you’ll want to make sure you see some of the top spots along the waterway, including the famous Cliveden estate.

A guide to celebrating Pancake Day in Europe

Across Europe, Shrove Tuesday is celebrated in all kinds of different ways. If you’re going away for a short break this Pancake Day, these are some of the celebrations (and different foods!) you could be looking forward to…

Cornwall celebrates with World Pasty Championships

Cornwall is celebrating St Piran’s Day, the national day of Cornwall, with a World Pasty Championship at the Eden Project.

Experience the best spots along the canal on a Golden Midi Cruise

If you enjoy holidays in picturesque rural surroundings with plenty to see and do, consider booking a Golden Midi Cruise. This sort of France boating holiday is a great way to spend a short break, as the Midi Canal flows past a wealth of interesting settlements and landmarks.

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The best movies for European city scenes

With the Oscars coming up in the next few weeks on 26 February, we thought we’d look at some of our favourite movies for European city scenes. If you haven’t been to these places, these movies will be calling out for you to go and if you have then they will make you dream of wanting to go back. So, get comfy on the sofa, grab your bowl of popcorn and you never know you might be inspired to take a short city break.

Brussels 2012: A year of gastronomy

Brussels is the place to be for foodies in 2012. To showcase the food and drink heritage of the cultural city, a number of culinary-themed events are planned – from classic Brussels chips to Michelin-stared meals served 40 meters above the ground!


Enjoy the quintessential English daytrip

It is little wonder England is one of the most popular tourist destinations in the world. Whether holidaymakers are coming here to go to a festival, visit a museum, take in a sporting event or enjoy the countryside, the UK really does have so much to offer.

Why Padstow is perfect for a short break in Cornwall

Picturesque Cornwall has no shortage of destinations ideal for a relaxing short break. One of the best, however, has to be the harbour town of Padstow, where you can enjoy fine dining, historic attractions and a wealth of activities.

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    Coffee with a local in Toulouse

    IdealShortBreaks.co.uk travels to the southern French city of Toulouse, to find out the local secrets from resident Mélissa Buttell

    Top picks for March festivals

    Thinking of heading away for a short break this March? Here’s a roundup of some of the best European festivals next month, from burning huge statues and fireworks, to the world famous Irish festival and the cultural highlight of the year in Budapest, March sees some pretty great events taking place.