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30th September 2009
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Geographic Location
It is located in Central Europe, east of Germany bordering the Bal... Read >
Author: Jim Guerra23rd September 2009
Retailers, cinemas, airlines and even Government departments are all featured in a list of firms, which have come under fresh attack for the exorbitant fees charged to clients who pay by plastic.
Many organisations are increasing their credit card char... Read >
Author: michael challiner22nd September 2009
The Domaine de Lavagnac in the South of France Languedoc region is set to become the premier resort for the region. The development is a very interesting investment opportunity for both financial gains and enjoyment. As investors can currently purchase a ... Read >
Author: CPson02nd September 2009
Last year 9.5 million passengers visited the sunny Costa Blance via Alicante Airport, making it the busiest airport in the Valencian region and sixth busiest airport in Spain. These figures are set to rise sharply though once the new second terminal is fi... Read >
Author: MichelleE01st September 2009
In early 2000, ancillary income started out as an innovation among European low cost carriers; today it has virtually become an airline industry standard. Ancillary income or revenue from sources other than the ticket price is categorized by the industry ... Read >
Author: Outsourcing Insights from WNS30th August 2009
Sometimes a new business innovation can spur a company towards success. However, there are a few industries from which we do not expect to see such radical new ideas. Michael O'Leary, the chief executive of Ryanair is charging through the progress of gett... Read >
Author: Yoo Travel30th July 2009
As the summer holiday season approaches, many people will be heading off for well-earned breaks either at home or abroad. With more holidaymakers putting their own packages together, a few insurance products may appeal to people, allowing them to save tim... Read >
Author: Rochelle18th June 2009
Watching a television documentary about Heathrow Airport, I was struck by how much the mood seems to be changing in terms of the perceived future of flights here in the UK. Are we seeing more people looking to fly from regional airports?
If you want to... Read >
Author: Keith Barrett18th June 2009
First, British Airways announces record losses and then ‘no frills’ airline Ryanair does the same. Now we have Richard Branson announcing that he expects the current economic downturn and decline in business travel will result in the collapse of a maj... Read >
Author: Neil Dennis11th June 2009
Credit card companies are forever coming up with various marketing ploys to attract new customers, but cards connected to the airlines offer irresistible incentives to sign up. BMI and its baby, British Airways, Flybe and Ryanair all offer a free flight i... Read >
Author: michael challiner10th June 2009
Itinerary: Venice
Cruising
Athens
Mykonos
Cruising
Split
Venice
I flew with Ryanair from Shannon on Friday morning. I spent the day in Venice which is ideal really for people to spend... Read >
Author: arabela10th June 2009
Itinerary: Venice
Cruising
Athens
Mykonos
Cruising
Split
Venice
I flew with Ryanair from Shannon on Friday morning. I spent the day in Venice which is ideal really for people to spend... Read >
Author: arabela18th May 2009
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The concept of cheap flights operated by a number of low cost carriers started in the UK around fifteen years ago and it has changed the way people holiday in Europe.
Budget carriers such as Ryanair becam... Read >
Author: directline-holidays.co.uk07th May 2009
British holidaymakers would do well to be on the look out for bargain flights to Alicante and other destinations in the coming weeks, it has been suggested.
According to the Air Transport Users Council, vigilant Brits may be able to bag " real bar... Read >
Author: Andrew Edgington07th May 2009
British holidaymakers would do well to be on the look out for bargain flights to Alicante and other destinations in the coming weeks, it has been suggested.
According to the Air Transport Users Council, vigilant Brits may be able to bag " real bar... Read >
Author: Andrew Edgington26th April 2009
Travelling to Ireland in 2009? Well there may be many reasons why you wish to travel to Ireland, whether it is visiting friends and relations, exploring your Irish roots, checking out the beautiful scenery or simply enjoying the warmth of the people. Ther... Read >
Author: Mairead Foley22nd March 2009
Around this time last year, many people from across the aviation sector were busy predicating the end of the cheapest flights. As the price of oil hit a record high in May 2008, the chief executive of British Airways Willie Walsh warned that they would so... Read >
Author: Kim Chambers16th January 2009
Cheap flights and sales; worth travelling for?
Airlines including EasyJet and RyanAir have started to try and re-kindle the consumer love of cheap travel and ludicrously priced flights by bringing in huge sales. Are these sales actually worth looking at?... Read >
Author: holrent08th January 2009
The holidays business like many is suffering as a result of the credit crunch, quite simply many families that normally took one or even more holidays per year can no longer afford to do so and the problems that the airline industry has had with regards t... Read >
Author: Andy Adams08th December 2008
London's Luton Airport is comfortably among the top ten busiest airports in the United Kingdom. As a major hub for no frills, low cost airlines in Europe, cheap flights from Luton Airport are often more frequent to other UK and European destinations than ... Read >
Author: Huzaili04th December 2008
With the current cash crisis and other increased costs many of us are worrying about next year’s holidays or may have even resolved that we may not be able to afford a week or two abroad this year. Earlier this year holiday company XL holidays collapse... Read >
Author: Andy Adams03rd December 2008
Tourism in Malta has known a nice boost starting from last year. Yet, the hotels in Malta did not feel this boost to be so important, when they put in balance their increase in revenue with the increase of number of tourists that started during the first... Read >
Author: frankenstein01st December 2008
Are low-cost airlines to blame for the downfall of more expensive airlines? The news that UK based XL Airways had folded was expected to cause quite a stir among the tourism-dependent areas it served. Malta did not receive as much air traffic from XL Airw... Read >
Author: Robert Palmer26th November 2008
Sunshine island Tenerife is a popular holiday destination for Europeans, with both the summer and winter climates drawing people for their annual holidays and a winter sunshine break.
Low cost airlines have seen the number of British tourists taking a ... Read >
Author: Robert Palmer17th November 2008
Thinking of taking a trip over the Atlantic to the US of A but worried about the cost of flying over, budget airline Ryanair are introducing flights from as little as £8 plus taxes which could be available before the end of next year. The move comes as t... Read >
Author: barryloughran@live.co.uk04th November 2008
The aviation industry is failing to provide passengers with adequate protection if airlines fail, according to a report by the Air Travel Insolvency Advisory Committee (ATIPAC). ATIPAC, which advises the Civil Aviation Authority, called for an end to the ... Read >
Author: Neil Dennis30th October 2008
Enjoying a strategic location in North County Dublin, Dublin International Airport is Ireland's largest airport servicing flights from domestic, European, and international destinations. It's the busiest airport in Ireland with 33 airlines catering for bo... Read >
Author: Mairead Foley30th October 2008
Looking for the best route to get to the Irish Capital? With the help of our guide on airports and airlines that fly to Dublin, we hope to make your journey a little bit easier.
Flights to Dublin from Irish airports…
If you're in the Munster reg... Read >
Author: Mairead Foley15th October 2008
Many travellers who have booked their holidays recently have been advised to proceed with extra caution; specifically, get some form of travel insurance to cover any unforeseen changes to their plans. This information comes in the light of EasyJet joinin... Read >
Author: Andy Adams09th September 2008
Some of the largest airplane manufacturing companies are showing significant drops from once record sales. This is evidence of how the fuel crisis is influencing the flight industry worldwide.
The problems of this industry aren't limited to the manufac... Read >
Author: Robert Palmer08th September 2008
Morocco is a romantic bustling place full of charming attractions and scenic locales. It is one of the most attractive travel destinations in the world due to its colourful history, the rich culture and the exciting travel experience it offers to everyone... Read >
Author: Orson Johnson27th August 2008
The UK's popular East Midlands Airport has set out its stall for UK travellers looking for an easy start to their holiday this autumn and winter. Like other UK regional airports in recent years, East Midlands Airport has seen substantial growth and develo... Read >
Author: Jimi St.Pierre22nd August 2008
The Spanish coast runs perfectly from North to South, and I usually get stuck in Barcelona, not really very far from the French border. Gaudi’s heady mix of architechure combined with stunnning people watching makes for a city that takes your breathe aw... Read >
Author: Adil Akkus21st August 2008
At least one American airline company goes bankrupt every week due to the raised price of fuel, the viability of commercial air traffic thusly being put under question. Low cost European companies like EasyJet and Ryanair are affected as well.
Accordi... Read >
Author: Florin Costache29th July 2008
When it comes to real estate and islands, there is only a limited amount of land one can build on and the prices of property in Malta are fairly safe even when other areas look likely to dip into recession. Official figures just released have shown th... Read >
Author: Albert Saliba22nd July 2008
There is a famous and of-used saying that “Travel broadens the mind”. Whilst this is undoubtedly true, more often than not, it also tends to empty the wallet.
I cannot deny that, with the advent of no-frills, low cost airlines like Easy Jet and R... Read >
Author: Simon Goodall18th June 2008
Fancy going international?
The world is truly getting smaller. The all-consuming trend of globalisation is dramatically changing peoples' attitudes to where they will work and live. More people are keen to see the world and experience living overseas... Read >
Author: Acumen Resources08th May 2008
High numbers of UK tourists enjoy hopping on a flight to Tenerife at some point during the holiday season.
For those who enjoy a more frequent holiday or even the occasional weekend getaway, there is good news. Low-cost airlines are now planning flight... Read >
Author: Robert Palmer08th April 2008
As an island, arriving in Sicily restricts one’s options. That said, travelers have the choice of arriving by air, land, or sea. It’s better to pre-book all traveling arrangements including connections well in advance to take advantage of lower rates.... Read >
Author: Orson Johnson02nd April 2008
Tuscany and Umbria used to be the usual destination for second home buyers when choosing to live in Italy.Tuscany has long been a popular holiday destination and many British and northern Europeans have in the past decided to retire or buy a holiday home ... Read >
Author: Graham Drage07th March 2008
A few years ago back when budget airlines like EasyJet and RyanAir were first on the scene we were all promised ridiculously cheap flights to all sorts of destinations from European city breaks to viable alternatives to ferries to Ireland. There seemed t... Read >
Author: Andy Adams11th February 2008
As low cost flights to Malta started two years ago, one notable absentee for the battle of the skies was missing, Europe's leading low cost airline easyJet.
Competition was keen between the airlines to take up the lucrative UK to Malta route, and Dubli... Read >
Author: Robert Palmer08th January 2008
One of Europe’s leading low-fare airlines, Norwegian Air Shuttle, is set to start operating a route between Oslo and Malta from April 2008 onwards.
The announcement was made after Norwegian AS -- one of Europe's leading low-cost airlines -- successfu... Read >
Author: Edward Penza08th November 2007
Cottage For Rent In IrelandIreland is a wonderful place so it is no surprise that so many peopleare searching for a cottage for rent in Ireland. If you areconsidering holiday cottages in Ireland you need to decide which partof the country you are interest... Read >
Author: myarticle99@yahoo.com14th August 2007
Servicing about 24 million passengers per year, Stansted now ranks as the third-busiest airport in the UK. It flies to 160 destinations in 34 countries, almost all of which are in Europe, and has emerged as the main budget airline hub in the UK in the pas... Read >
Author: Andy Burrows06th August 2007
In a row with the British Airport Authorities and in particular, London’s Stansted Aiport, Ryanair, one of the largest low cost airlines in Europe has stated that,
“This winter we will sit 7 of our 40 Stansted based aircraft on the ground becaus... Read >
Author: Mansi Gupta02nd August 2007
A visit to Great Britain can make for the perfect holiday, although some feel that it also invariably leads to an expensive trip. It is possibly to lower the costs involved by looking out for cheap flight deals.
The rise of the so-called budget airline... Read >
Author: Keith Barrett01st July 2007
When thinking about a tour of Europe, it might be worth considering taking advantage of great airfare rates and visit the island of Malta, a land filled with history and mystery.
Malta comprises an archipelago of islands nestled in the warm waters of t... Read >
Author: Robert Palmer17th May 2007
The first half of this year has started well for the Malta holidays and hotel industry, with an increase in visitors for the first few months compared to 2006 - a good indication that if the off peak season is doing well the rest of the year could also se... Read >
Author: Robert Palmer07th April 2007
Fewer people have been holidaying on the island of Malta in recent year, but the hope is that 2007 will see new life breathed into her hotel and holidays industry.
The Malta hotels and holiday industry are major players in the island's economy, and wit... Read >
Author: Robert Palmer30th March 2007
2007 is looking brighter with an upswing expected in holidaymakers and weekend visitors after a considerable period of declining visitor numbers.
But where the government's tourist board has failed to promote Malta as a destination, private enterprise ... Read >
Author: Robert Palmer12th March 2007
A holiday time flight from London to Malta that didn't depart on has set alarm bells ringing on the holiday island of Malta.
The flight operator, well known and popular airline Ryanair, claims no flight was scheduled, while one newspaper said they had ... Read >
Author: Robert Palmer10th January 2007
This is a simple but complete guide to low cost flights and airlines.
General information on low cost airlines
Low cost airlines and their fares deeply changed the flight sector. A low cost (or no frills, or low fares) is an airline company that off... Read >
Author: tagliaerbe05th January 2007
Low levels of holiday take ups in 2006 With tourists deserting her, Malta is still reeling from a period of declining visitor numbers, but has now started to receive low cost flights.
Could it be the spark to reignite the island's long suffering holida... Read >
Author: Roger Munns29th November 2006
Given the high house prices evident in Provence and parts of Northern France, the Languedoc Rouissillon region, is becoming an increasingly popular focus for property buyers, looking to invest in France.
Languedoc Rouissillon offers an ideal climate an... Read >
Author: John Turner26th September 2006
Ryanair was Europe's original low fares airline and is still Europe's largest low fares carrier with 15 European bases and a fleet of over 100 brand new Boeing 737-800 aircraft and with firm orders for a further 138 new aircraft, which will be delivered o... Read >
Author: Alison White30th August 2006
Im sure by reading the title of this article your probably saying to yourself "just another con to make me part with my hard earnt money". Well if you dont believe me then just read the facts about this amazing overseas property investment oppurtunity ope... Read >
Author: adam parsons26th June 2006
It seems strange that the taxi fare to the airport can cost more than the actual flight to a foreign land. Well that is what the low cost airlines have done to the flight trade over recent times. The business model was started in the USA by South West Air... Read >
Author: Mark Flanighan14th April 2006
Over the last five years Europe has seen an increase in the number of low cost airlines which is great news for the holidaymaker, but many say bad news for the high street travel agent.
I remember a friend looking to take her husband away for the weeke... Read >
Author: Patrick Altoft01st April 2006
April is the month when the turf Flat season starts to hit full stride and for many punters the fixture that lights the blue touch paper is the Craven meeting at Newmarket in the middle of the month.
Before sampling the breezy delights of Newmarket's R... Read >
Author: Malcolm Heyhoe17th March 2006
The four-day Cheltenham Festival dominates the March programme, but there's also a busy programme of racing throughout the month including the ever-popular Imperial Cup day at Sandown plus the thrills and spills of the Midlands Grand National day at Uttox... Read >
Author: Malcolm Heyhoe06th March 2006
The four-day Cheltenham Festival dominates the March programme, but there's also a busy programme of racing throughout the month including the ever-popular Imperial Cup day at Sandown plus the thrills and spills of the Midlands Grand National day at Uttox... Read >
Author: Malcolm Heyhoe04th December 2005
This article is aimed at the independent traveller contemplating using Stansted Airport London. The aim is to provide practical information so best use of the airport can be made with as few surprises as possible.
Of London's airports, Stansted Airport... Read >
Author: Robert Handford
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