http://www.articlealley.com en-us editorial@articlealley.com If you have not considered a visit to Germany in the past, you should expect to be amazed and fascinated by what is on offer. Germany is country which offer year-round holiday ideas, with great cities for Autumn and Winter cultural breaks, the famous Ger... http://www.articlealley.com/article_650117_29.html 26th September 2008 For the first time since the 1960's, Spain is no longer the No 1 destination for UK holidaymakers. In 2008, according to a survey by Cooperative Travel, Turkey has become the destination of choice for UK travellers looking for their annual holiday. This a... http://www.articlealley.com/article_638516_29.html 15th September 2008 The recent demise of the XL Group, a major UK travel company with its own airline and trading under established brands such as Kosmar and Medlife Hotels is an unnerving event for all holidaymakers. 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