We are pleased to say that it’s business as usual in Madeira, the local authorities and hoteliers have worked very hard to restore affected areas in Madeira that were recently damaged by floods. We are pleased to say that all our hotels in Madeira have been unaffected by the rains and all are operating as usual. As so many of our hotel partners have released special offers it is a perfect time to visit Madeira. Many Levada walks are open for walkers and other tourist attractions including botanical gardens are fully open. We have many offers including 2 free nights per week, saving at least £194 per couple per week. Call us for all the latest offers and advice.

From 20th January 2010 it will be mandatory for all British Airways passengers travelling to the United States under the Visa Waiver Programme (VWP) to apply for an Electronic System for Travel Authorisation (ESTA) 72 hours prior to departure.  This online form will eventually replace the green visa waiver form (I94W) which is currently completed whilst en-route to the US. assengers should visit the website: https://esta.cbp.dhs.gov and fill in the required information.  In most cases a response will be received within seconds. If the application is not authorised then a visa may be requested through the US Embassy. In some instances customers will need to wait up to 72 hours for authorisation.

The unique culinary experience of M.B’s cuisine lies in the delicate balance between temperature, flavour and texture, mixing tradition, technique and innovation. Deputy Chef Paolo Casagrande states: “This award is an achievement of a team of people in constant search of perfection. Our main goal each day is to offer quality and originality in all of our dishes.”

Forte Village has upgraded it's children's club to be able to offer children a magical holiday experience with the all new Children's City. Click here for more information.

The porto elounda Golf Club 6th Autumn Golf Cup & Pro AM 2010 (30 September - 3 October) is offering a 3 & 7 night programme at the porto elounda de luxe resort for participants. The programme will include: 3 or 7 nights stay, welcome gift, breakfast buffet, welcome cocktail & table d'hote dinner on Thursday, dinner on Friday " Greek Evening", BBQ on Saturday evening, lunch on Sunday and awards ceremony, green fees at Crete Golf Club & porto elounda Golf Club, transfers to Crete Golf Club, club car hire & light refreshments during the tournament. Please telephone 01425 480400 for prices and availability.

We have a range of art, music and historical tours on offer for individual travellers operated as small groups with a personal specialist guide.  A couple of examples are: Iran: A Persian Autumn Click here for more details.  Maybe "A Grand Tour of Sri Lanka", with a mix of Culture, Nature and Wildlife, would be more to your liking Click here for more details