THIS stunning gallery of pictures reveals the globe-trotting range of the upcoming Destinations: The Holiday & Travel Show, which takes place January 17-20  2013 at EventCity.

Back in Manchester for the second year, it offers more than 150 exhibitors showcasing hot new destinations, trends and holiday offers. Plus it features celebrity appearances from the likes of Charley Boorman, Andy Kershaw and Ryan Thomas.

Burma By Roger PriceBurma by Roger Price

There are stands from leading tour operators such as Trailfinders, Kuoni, Discover the World, Exodus, Sandals Beach Resorts Saga Holidays and Voyages Jules Verne, alongside tourist boards including Cyprus, Malta, Tunisia, India, Malaysia, Morocco, and Jordan

For the first time this year, visitors can get a flavour for different cultures at two Taste The World zones where complimentary samples of world food and drink are available. Other key features of the show include the Meet the Experts Theatres, while the World Entertainment Stage hosts vibrant world music acts.

The show will run alongside the co-located Caravan & Motorhome Show. Advance day tickets cost just £7.50 in advance and kids go free (aged 12 and under). Tickets can be booked online at this link  or on 0871 230 7141 (calls cost 10p per minute plus network extras). Visitors can also follow show news on Twitter at @DestinationShow.

EventCity Limited, Phoenix Way, off Barton Dock Road, Manchester M41 7TB.


Malawi TourismBig game in Malawi and, below, spectacular imaage by Steve Davey

Steve Davey Image

Paul Goldstein %26#8211%3B SafariSafari by Paul Goldstein and, below, volcano by James Appleton

Volcano By James Appleton

Viking River CruisesViking River Cruises and, below, Discover The World

Discover The World

TrailfindersTrailfinders and below, Journey Latin America

Journey Latin America