Simonseeks blogs

Walking and Cycling in Ireland

Rebecca Kelly — Wed, 01 Sep 2010 08:37:25 +0000

If you’re looking for a great value active holiday that brings you closer to the people, culture, sights and sounds of Ireland, try a walking or cycling holiday.

The British adventure experience

Rebecca Kelly — Tue, 17 Aug 2010 10:11:58 +0000

Relaxing on a beach or lazing around a pool might sound like holiday heaven to you, but for others, it may well be their idea of holiday hell.

12 top independent travel destinations - chosen by travel bloggers!

Helen Cross — Tue, 17 Aug 2010 09:25:03 +0000

When looking for the trip of a lifetime the choice can be overwhelming.

Making a splash - Watersports from around the world

Roxanne Bridger — Thu, 05 Aug 2010 15:47:45 +0000

Not everyone wants to spend their holidays relaxing and soaking up the sun while lying on a quiet beach, there are plenty of holiday makers who would rather spend their time splashing around in the

The best places to buy ice cream

Cathy Baldwin (Editor) — Wed, 28 Jul 2010 15:03:46 +0000

There is no better excuse to buy an ice cream than when the sun is shining and you are on holiday. To make sure that you find the best quality and flavours of ice cream when on a summer city break, our destination experts have recommended their favourite outlets below.

Writers' payments – please read

Jeanette Scott (Editor) — Fri, 23 Jul 2010 15:33:55 +0000

Dear writer,

Five restaurants to eat out in Leeds

Darren Cronian — Thu, 15 Jul 2010 20:54:57 +0000

For the last five years I have concentrated on writing about the issues that consumers have with travel, and last year, I found myself getting frustrated at the lack of attention on my home city in

This year’s summer crazes

Cathy Baldwin (Editor) — Tue, 13 Jul 2010 15:20:29 +0000

Whether it be hula-hooping in parks or rollerblading down the high street, what should you expect the locals to be doing on your next summer holiday? Let our destination experts explain...you may just be tempted to join in.

Unique and unusual getaways

Rebecca Kelly — Thu, 01 Jul 2010 10:41:51 +0000

When it comes to booking a holiday, we are teased and tempted by window displays, online discounts and brochure images.

Want to know where the party’s at?

Jeanette Scott (Editor) — Wed, 30 Jun 2010 11:48:19 +0000

Let the Simonseeks’ destination experts advise you where to party this summer. Base your city break around one of these hot and happening ideas.