Experience safari
via hot air balloon
From zig-zagging over the Great Ruaha River in a hot air balloon to luxury camping in the Zambezi, safari specialist Expert Africa have a wide range of new adventures taking place in southern Africa over the coming months. Hot air balloon flights are an exciting new addition in Ruaha National Park, offering unbeatable views of this incredible area. The new Magashi camp is expected to open in Akagera National Park, Rwanda, in mid-December. It will consist of just six luxury tents, boasting panoramic views over Lake Rwanyakazinga and the recently reintroduced black rhino. Activities include guided walks and boating safaris. See expertafrica.com
Beach holidays
feng shui style
In celebration of their 10th anniversary, luxury holiday resorts TUI Sensatori has announced plans for IVÓ Beach, an exclusive luxury beach club designed around the senses. From the angle the beach beds face on to breathtaking sea views, to the way the menu tailors artisan cocktails, IVÓ Beach will go above and beyond. TUI Sensatori Atlantica Dreams Resort and Spa in Rhodes is the newest addition to the TUI Sensatori collection. Overlooking the Aegean Sea, the resort features hanging pods, inspired by the Greeks Gods. Visit Tuisensorialists.co.uk
Fishing break by
banks of the Bann
The three-star O’Neill Arms Country House Hotel is a long-established hotel in the village of Toomebridge. Guests are welcome to fish from the banks of the River Bann, while Lough Beg is two miles to the north and Lough Neagh is just a mile south of the hotel. Offer includes one night’s bed and breakfast accommodation; £69 per person until November 30. To book call 028 7965 0800.
Great value Euro
winter sun breaks
Enjoy a winter sun getaway to one of many warmer destinations across Europe, such as Madeira, Fuerteventura or Alicante with Jet2holidays. A three night room-only break at the Hotel Albahia in Alicante, departing from November 12, costs £159. For a longer break in the Canary Islands, a seven-night self-catering holiday to the Broncemar Beach Aparthotel in Costa Caleta, Fuerteventura, departing Belfast on December 2 costs £279. Or seven nights self-catering to Las Caletas Village, Costa Teguise, Lanzarote, departing Belfast on November 27, costs £359. All holidays are priced per person, based on two sharing and include a 22kg baggage allowance. For more see Jet2holidays.com
:: All prices and availability correct at the time of issue.
