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I've been seduced by the Spirit

That first glimpse of the fabled city of Petra - the giant rose-red creation of a long-departed people - peeking through a cleft in the narrow gorge which acts as both entrance and guardian is, quite simply, unforgettable. Read

Fly to a land of camels

On September 1, the gateway between the Middle East and the North East will be officially open for business when Emirates begin their daily service from Dubai to Newcastle. Read

Lively day of livestock

The Northumberland County Show this bank holiday Monday is the first-in-the-calendar agricultural event in the northern region. Read

Events at Alnwick Garden

Alnwick Garden has a host of events planned for Bank Holiday Weekend. Here is a rundown: Read

Roam the famous five

I had two days in Rome, a city of unforgettable images, and despite the pouring rain, was determined to make the most of everything this incredible city has to offer a visitor on a short break. Read

More!

The original online entertainment ticket specialist, 365tickets.com, is offering up to 44 per cent off the gate prices for Alton Towers, Thorpe Park and Chessington World of Adventures until the end of May 2007 . . . perfect for the spring half-term. Read

Ancient city takes Pole position

In little over three hours from leaving Newcastle airport, I am standing under tall palm trees in the airy foyer of a four-star hotel. Read

Passport

Tour operators fear the likely price war between leading budget airlines Ryanair and easyJet could trash prices for peak season short-haul travel to Europe and trigger corporate failures which leave travellers out of pocket. Read

Idyllic retreat

You wouldn't normally associate peace, tranquility and relaxation with a self-catering holiday complete with toddler in tow. But, believe me, it's possible. Read

A fairytale in France

Last time I went camping, my sleeping bag sank in six inches of mud, the toilets were a no-go area and my Akela caught me running naked around a tentpole. Read

Take a very big breath now...

For too long now, transatlantic travel from the North-East has usually involved flying via one of London's major airports. Read

Passport

With weather breaking the sunshine records, short haul operators are slashing prices. Read

Haven's heaven for the children

Hi-di-hi! The last time I was in Filey, it was 1973. I was 10 and I went on holiday to Butlins with my mam and dad, brother, auntie and uncle and cousins. Read

Green and pleasant

Lesley Oldfield and her family take a trip into the deep, dark woods of North Yorkshire . . . Read

Cornwall comes à la carte with so much to see

There's a definite feel of days-gone-by to Cornwall, with its cream tea cottages, foliage-clad pubs and narrow, winding roads, bordered by towering hedgerows. Read

Passport

Millions of holidaymakers who put together their own holiday packages may be taking a risk with their accommodation which could leave them badly exposed if anything goes wrong. Read

Reader's holiday

The Eden project and the Lost Gardens of Heligan: four days from £209 per person - departs June and September 2007 Read

City which lives life with style

Glasgow and Newcastle have many similarities. Both cities lie on the banks of rivers which have a strong industrial heritage, not least when it comes to shipbuilding, boast some of the friendliest people in the UK, and have transformed almost beyond recognition in the regeneration stakes over the past few years. Read

Bookish beauty

Maybe I'm shallow. But I often find that the problem with organised trips for groups of journalists is that you are shown what you ought to enjoy, not what you actually will. Read

More! That extra mile

Anyone planning a trip to Australia knows it's not cheap. But what if you could stay in five-star accommodation in the heart of Sydney, with a selection of twin and double ensuite rooms, heated pool and sauna, and panoramic views of the city . . . for just £40 per night? Read

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