Red Sea Riviera

The first direct flights from London Gatwick to Sharm el-Sheikh three times a week and to Hurghada on the Egyptian Red Sea Riviera twice a week will begin from 22 October with GB Airways (01293 664239; www.gbairways.com). Return fares are £199 if booked before 27 May, afterwards from £259.

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You've had the iPod, now meet the I-Plod, an audio guide on a mini-MP3 player that gives directions and points out places of interest on five walks around central London. Travel agency Way To Go (020 7722 2249) is distributing the players to hotels, which rent them out for £10 a day.