Guests at Israel’s Dan chain who prefer not to shlep their own laptop to Israel, will still be able to surf the internet thanks to laptops provided by Smartnet. The only charge is $16 (£11) for the initial connection. Laptops will initially be available at the King David and Dan Boutique in Jerusalem, Dan Tel Aviv, Dan Eilat and Dan Panorama Haifa, but will eventually be available across the chain (www.danhotels.com; 00972 3 520 2552).
● This year’s magical Jewish festival of El Ghriba takes place on the Tunisian island of Djerba on May 11 and 12. Based at the ancient El Ghriba Synagogue, it features a lively parade, gala dinner, talks and other related events. Tunisia First is offering a seven-night package at £869 per person (based on two sharing), including flights and half board at the 5-star Hasdrubal Hotel (01276 600100; www.tunisiafirst.co.uk).
● The Israel Government Tourist Office is launching a brochure called Israel’s Hidden Gems, a collection of journeys to discover Israel’s cultural, historic and culinary gems, and sites often overlooked by tourists. The programme includes visits to Mea Shearim, a Druze village in the Galilee and a Bedouin campfire. “Experiences” can be combined to create a stand-alone holiday or added to an existing family holiday or business trip. Order the Hidden Gems brochure on the IGTO website: www.thinkisrael.com.
● Keen golfers can nip off to the Algarve for a quick fix with specialist travel firm Your Golf who are offering three-night breaks from £199 per person, based on two sharing. Based at the five-star Dona Filipa Hotel in Val de Lobo, it includes breakfast and three rounds. Valid from May 23 to June 26 (www.yourgolftravel.com; 08000436644).
● If you yearn to visit Budapest, there are great deals right now. The superb Four Seasons Hotel Gresham Palace is extending its low-season rate of 230E (£206) per room per night all the way to August. The period sees some of the city’s most alluring events and festivals, including the Summer Open Air Theatre Festival (June 11-August 30); and the Bridge Festival (June 20-August 16) when Budapest’s Chain Bridge is pedestrianised (www.fourseasons.com/budapest; 00800 6488 6488).