Destinations Show, the UK�s leading holiday and travel event returns to Earls Court from 5th to 8th February 2009 for its 16th action-packed year. Ideal inspiration for those aiming to beat the winter blues, Destinations offers short breaks to awe-inspiring holidays such as round the world trips and life-changing career breaks.

The Times presents Destinations: The Holiday & Travel Show takes place at Earls Court, London 5th � 8th February 2009 and The NEC, Birmingham 27th February -1st March 2009.

There are ideas for all tastes and budgets, whether travelling solo, as a couple, family or group. This is a chance to meet the experts, discover fantastic new holiday ideas, access amazing offers and experience a taster of what�s to come with fantastic sensations from global food and wine tasting to cultural acts.

Winter is the time to reset the personal compass and reinvigorate the sole. There is the opportunity to rock and roll through the Deep South visiting Graceland and Chattanooga with music inspired rail journeys, meanwhile Celtic Spring cruises are the perfect post winter pick-me-up and mix of Irish hospitality with French Joie de vivre.

Indulging the senses of even the seasoned European holiday maker are Spanish heartland adventures by Vespa, Bulgarian natural spas, and hidden gems at favourite destinations. Meanwhile adventure travel specialists will feed the imaginations of those addicted to adventure with ideas such as cross-country skiing in Scandinavia, wildlife expeditions in the Antarctic, and West African overland adventures to legendary Timbuktu.

In the rapidly changing world of travel, the savvy traveller is looking for security in travel. For worry-free travel Destinations visitors can chat to the team at ABTA, which will be representing British travel agencies and maintaining high standards of trading practice, and ATOL the financial protection scheme for UK tour operators.

Meet the Expert Theatres

The theatre features travel personalities including; top explorers, adventurers, writers and photographers. First hand accounts from legendary journeys of adventure will captivate audiences.

Speakers at the Shows include the BBC�s Dan Cruickshank best known for his popular series and book Around the World in 80 Treasures and most recent series Adventures in Architecture.

Don�t miss Charley Boorman English actor and travelogue maker. On 12 April 2008, Charley Boorman started By Any Means, which has taken Boorman all around the world starting in his home town in Ireland to Sydney Australia � �by any means�. This has included using various different forms of transport, excluding air travel, accompanied only by producer, Russ Malkin, and a cameraman called Mungo.

Also appearing at The London Show Kate Humble presenter of some of television�s best-loved wildlife and science programmes, including Springwatch , Autumn Watch , Animal Park and Rough Science will be appearing in conversation with Hilary Bradt.

NEW for 2009

Activity & Adventure This dedicated area designed to provide the freshest and most exciting off the beaten track activity and adventure ideas is bigger than ever. Whether planning an overland trip across Africa, exploring the depths of Alaska�s glacier filled valleys, trekking in the Amazon or cycling in the Dordogne, this is a chance to meet the worlds leading adventure travel experts.

Nomad Travel Store and Clinic Know before you go and travel safely. The mobile ambulance service will be at The Show for vaccinations advice whatever the destination. Experienced and medically trained staff will provide travel health information and advice.

Destinations Sensations Visitors can immerse themselves in engaging demonstrations, global flavours, vibrant dance and music from around the world. Taking place will be Russian vodka tasting, a Colombian dance workshop, and a chance to learn the art of the Borneo blowpipe used by the indigenous people.

World Entertainment Stage Showcasing an eclectic mix of vibrant and exciting music and dance the World Entertainment Stage will feature a diverse range of performances from Ninjas trained in the Japanese art of Ninjutsu courtesy of Japan Tourist Office to Bollywood, Brazilian Capoeira and fiery Flamenco.

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Notes to Editors

Exciting new speakers soon to be announced. Please visit www.destinationsshow.com again soon for more information. For a full list of exhibitors visit www.destinationsshow.com London Show Ticket Prices: Adult Ticket Price: �10 in advance (�12 on the door) Under 15�s go free. To book tickets visit www.destinationsshow.com or Tel: 0871 230 7141* Calls charged at national rate. Booking fee applies. Venue: Earls Court 1, Warwick Road, London SW5 9TA Telephone: +44 (0)20 7385 1200 Opening Times: Thursday 5 February 2009 10am - 8.30pm (late night from 5pm) / Friday 6 February 2009 10am - 5.30pm / Saturday 7 February 2009 10am - 5.30pm /Sunday 8 February 2009 10am - 5.30pm Birmingham Show Ticket Prices: Adult Ticket Price: �8 in advance (�10 on the door) Under 15�s go free. To book tickets visit www.destinationsshow.com or Tel: 0871 230 7141* Calls charged at national rate. Booking fee applies. Venue: NEC, Birmingham Opening Times: Friday 27 February 2009 10am-5.00pm / Saturday 28 February 10am-5.00pm / Sunday 1 March 10am � 5.00pm Clarion Events Clarion Events is the largest independent and one of the top three organising companies in the country and organises over 80 exhibitions, conferences and seated events across Britain, Europe, North America, Africa and Asia serving market sectors from leisure and entertainment to finance, from retail to gaming and from fine art to energy. Registered in England no 454826. Registered Office: Clarion Events Ltd, Earls Court Exhibition Centre, Warwick Road, London SW5 9TA The Times The Times are the official title sponsors of the Shows. Please contact PR Manager Laura Leveson or PR Account Executive Rosie O�Brien at Smith & Monger Specialist PR and Marketing Consultants Tel: +44 (0) 8453 131 713 Laura@smithandmonger.com / rosie@smithandmonger.com Rosie O'Brien Senior Account Executive The Times presents Destinations: The Holiday & Travel Show, 5-8 Feb 2009 & 27 Feb - 1 March, www.destinationsshow.com Cond� Nast Traveller presents The Luxury Travel Fair with British Airways The Spirit of Christmas Fair in Association with House & Garden

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