SHORT BREAK HOLIDAY IDEAS

Enjoy a long weekend in the remarkable Kingdom of Jordan. Float in the Dead Sea, experience the pulsating city of Amman, and explore the ancient desert city of Petra, also known at the Rose City.

Escape the winter chills at One&Only The Palm Dubai. Relax on the private beach and head into the desert to try your hand at dune bashing before an evening in a Bedouin camp.

Four nights under the sun, on the shores of the Arabian Sea, staying in great comfort at The Chedi Muscat, with time to explore the fascinating city and snorkel in the fish-rich waters.

Trace thousands of years of British history across southwest England's most beautiful landscapes from enigmatic Stonehenge, the 900-year-old Magna Carta in Salisbury, Regency Bath and Windsor Castle.

Blissful isolation and privacy under the warm sunshine of the Gulf, with your own plungepool, a top spa, a dive centre and superb restaurants all to hand.

In the rural depths of Spain's southern Andalucia region ancient pathways are once again trodden by small groups of explorers on horseback. Wind your way through valleys and along ancient cattle-driving routes.

A captivating six-day itinerary taking in the most impressive historic sights, food, wine and cultural delights of vibrant Lisbon and Porto.

Explore Edinburgh with its imposing castle and vibrant cultural scene before boarding the Royal Scotsman to travel straight into the heart of the Scottish Highlands, visiting enchanting sites of natural beauty.

Nothing beats the unique thrill of racing past glaciers on a snow mobile or mushing with a team of dogs. This adventure explores the arctic landscapes of Svalbard, with imagination and in style.

Experience the delights of medieval lakeside Neuchâtel and the majesty of the Jura Mountains on this wonderful adventure in western Switzerland.