Many families fork out for an annual summer holiday with their kids, however it seems parents are finding it hard to let go and are still funding trips abroad for their ‘adult children’. A study by TopCashback.co.uk, released today, reveals that six out of 10 parents in the South West are spending an average of £1,150 when paying for their children, aged 18 or over, to go on a family break....
Enjoy the Easter holidays in with lots of ‘eggcellent’ events and offers. Whether it’s a day out with the family or an extended weekend break, there are plenty of things to do in Plymouth this Easter.
Here are just a few of the events taking place in Plymouth to be enjoyed over the Easter Holidays.
Saltram Easter Trail Cadbury Easter Eggsplorer trails return this year for more...
Exeter Airport’s 2015 Flybe summer routes have been announced by the airline and they include the return of its sun routes to Alicante, Faro, Malaga and Palma Mallorca for another season, with choice of up to 14 outbound flights a week operated by 118-seat E195 jet aircraft.
Flybe will operate 16 routes and up to 110 flights a week across its extensive UK and Europe network from Exeter...
South Hams based coach holiday company, Tally Ho, is preparing for further growth in 2015 with the appointment of coach industry expert, Graham Messenger, who has joined the team as a tour manager.
Graham’s considerable coaching and transport industry experience will help Tally Ho’s growing travel business to achieve its ambitious growth targets as he plays a key role in planning and...
Plymouth beach lovers will once again be able take a bus straight to the seaside this summer.
The number 54 runs to the popular beach of Bovisand, overlooking Plymouth Sound – and this year the season has been extended, giving families even more chances to enjoy the sun, sea and sand.
Operated by Target Travel and financially supported by the City Council, the ‘beach bus’ will...
Since new Government regulations came into force last year, 189 parents in Plymouth have been fined for taking their children on holiday during term time.
Plymouth City Council received the alerts from schools across the city highlighting unauthorised absence for the reason of family holidays from 1 September 2013 to 24 January 2014.
With the bad weather hitting the headlines at the start of the New Year, early holidays or short breaks are in the minds of many who are looking at options from Exeter Airport. Thirty holiday destinations are on offer in 2014 from Exeter but this year the airport has a new destination, a new short break and an extended season for an established route.
Plymouth folk are being reminded to keep up the good recycling work over Christmas.
With most people due to enjoy a few well-earned days off, the Council is asking people not to forget to recycle their wrapping paper and other items while they relax.
The bin collections have been changed to allow the crews to enjoy time off with their families, so residents should check their...
As families prepare for the new school year, Plymouth City Council is taking the opportunity to warn parents about a change to regulations that will end their right to remove children from school during term-time for family holidays.
The new Government rules come into effect from 1 September 2013 and make it clear to Headteachers that they may not grant any leave of absence during term...
The TravelEditor visits the New Forest on a short break and discovers Bond cars, Brockenhurst and Cottage Lodge, a superb 5 star B&B .....
A NATIONAL PARK
The New Forest is one of the most unspoilt and glorious parts of Southern England. This unique area, full of picturesque villages, bustling market towns and winding country lanes, is a perfect and relaxing environment for...
