Destinations, the UKÂ’s favourite holiday and travel show is back at Earls Court (4-7 February 2010). Now in its 16th year, the Show provides travel inspiration and a wealth of choice for those looking to plan their next escape. Whether looking to venture a little further off the beaten track, or simply after inspiration on new ways to discover new places, Destinations offers everything from short breaks to awe-inspiring holidays such as round-the-world trips and life-changing career breaks.
Those tired of being armchair adventurers – viewing the world through the television, books or the internet –can head down to the event to meet travel companies face to face, have a chat with expert advisers and even tailor-make their next trip.
There are hundreds of travel ideas for all tastes and budgets, many with exclusive show offers. Is it time to do something different? Why not experience the spirituality in the mountains of ItalyÂ’s Valle dÂ’Aosta, trek up Kilimanjaro, or lounge on a tropical Thai beach? Whether travelling solo, as a couple, family or group, thereÂ’s something to suit everyone at the Show.
Highlights include the Meet the Expert Theatres. The theatres feature travel personalities including: top explorers, adventurers, writers and photographers giving first-hand accounts of legendary journeys of adventure that will fire the imagination.
Speakers already confirmed for Destinations London include John Simpson, BBC World Affairs Editor and Rebecca Stephens, the first British woman to climb Everest & The Seven Summits. John Simpson will be recalling how he spent the early part of 2009 taking part in the BBC programme Top Dogs: Adventures in War, Sea and Ice. Speakers at Destinations Birmingham include Mark Cawardine, zoologist, environmentalist, writer, BBC TV presenter and wildlife photographer.
London Show
Ticket Prices: £10 in advance, £12 on the door
Venue: Earls Court 1, Warwick Road, London SW5 9TA
Telephone: +44 (0)871 230 7141
Opening Times:
Thursday 4 February 2010 10am – 8.30pm (late night from 5pm)
Friday 5 February 2010 10am – 5.30pm
Saturday 6 February 2010 10am – 5.30pm
Sunday 7 February 2010 10am – 5.30pm
Birmingham Show
Ticket Prices: £8 in advance, £10 on the door
Venue: NEC, Birmingham
Telephone: +44 (0)871 230 7141
Opening Times:
Friday 5 March 2010 10am – 5pm
Saturday 6 March 2010 10am – 5pm
Sunday 7 March 2010 10am – 5pm
The Times is the official title sponsor of the shows. For further information, high resolution images or interviews, contact Laura Leveson, Smith & Monger Specialist PR and Marketing Consultants Ltd.
T: 0208 964 6744 Laura Leveson laura@smithandmonger.com or Rhona Templer rhona@smithandmonger.com