Peru's Machu Picchu and the Inca Trails or the wonders of Cambodia's Angkor Wat always features highly on peoples wishlist of things to do when they have the time, the money or just get round to it. There are a couple of great tours in this weeks newsletter to both these destinations, but with a very short lifespan - so make you mind up quickly and sign on for a fantastic start to 2010.

Further inspiration here - www.frontiertravel.co.nz

Travelling overland is one of the core principals to the Dragoman ethos. They are one of the market leaders in getting off the beaten track to far flung destinations with tours from 10 days to 6 months. They have a 5 day sale now on for selected South American tours on nominated departures - you save 50%!

We also have a fully escorted 19 day Mekong Adventure on offer - this covers Thailand, Laos and Cambodia and departs on 1st of January 2010.

Paris is determined to out-gun rivals London, Milan or Dubai next winter as the world’s shopping capital, according to city officials.
The New Year “Soldes by Paris”, or Sales By Paris promotion will see the Paris city council, Chamber of Commerce and tourist authorities offering special events combining shopping with sightseeing as well as travel discounts and logistical help. Some 300 to 350 hotels, restaurants, travel firms and cultural venues are involved in the campaign to bring shoppers to Paris and the month long winter sales peak early January 2010. A shopping guide with itineraries to suit different tastes will be offered to potential buyers who visit www.shoppingbyparis.com from 23 November.