Opening Times:
Friday 5 March 10am - 5pm
Saturday 6 March 10am - 5pm
Sunday 7 March 10am - 5pm
Dreaming Of The Great Escape?
Destinations, the UK’s favourite holiday and travel show is back at The NEC, Birmingham (5-7 March 2010). Now in its 7th year, the Show provides travel inspiration and a wealth of choice for those looking to plan their next adventure. Whether you’re looking to venture a little further off the beaten track, or simply after inspiration on new ways to discover new places, Destinations offers everything from short breaks to awe-inspiring holidays such as round the world trips and life-changing career breaks.
Those tired of being armchair adventurers - viewing the world through the television, books or the internet - visitors can head down to the event to meet travel companies face to face, have a chat with expert advisers and even tailor-make their next trip.
There are hundreds of travel ideas for all tastes and budgets, many with exclusive Show offers. Is it time to do something different? Why not experience the spirituality in the mountains of Italy’s Valle d’Aosta, trek up Kilimanjaro, or lounge on a tropical Thai beach? Whether travelling solo, as a couple, family or group, there’s something to suit everyone at the Show.
Highlights include the Meet the Expert Theatres. The theatres feature travel personalities including; top explorers, adventurers, writers and photographers giving first-hand accounts of legendary journeys of adventure that will fire the imagination.
Speakers confirmed for Destinations Birmingham include Mark Carwardine, zoologist, environmentalist, writer, BBC TV presenter and wildlife photographer and Simon Reeve, bestselling author and presenter of the acclaimed BBC TV travel series Tropic of Capricorn, Equator and now Tropic of Cancer.
Tickets can be purchased online at theticketfactory.com or by phone on 0844 581 1295*
* Calls cost 5 pence per minute from BT landlines. Calls from mobiles and other networks may vary. Booking fee applies. Box office closes 4 March 2010.
