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25th September 2009
Today, Benidorm is a thriving, bustling tourist destination. Indeed, the sheer amount of tourists each year make it the third busiest destination in Europe. The only two which get more traffic are London and Paris. Benidorm holidays are known for providin... Read >
Author: Robert Palmer17th September 2009
The modern country of Turkey was founded in 1923 Mustafa Kemal, the country’s most famous hero, who is known as the Father of the Turks. The country borders the Black Sea between Bulgaria and Georgia, and also borders the Aegean and Mediterranean Seas. ... Read >
Author: Danny T Jones14th September 2009
Today, you can find several leading travel agents and service providers that offer exceptional world-class services for all constituents of tourism sector in India under one umbrella. TNS Travel offers a common platform for hotel bookings, airline and rai... Read >
Author: AdibaRoshan Khan04th September 2009
Tourists from Britain have been a mainstay of Malta tourism for many years. With the world economy being what it is, tourism in general is in flux not only in Malta, but everywhere. The emphasis on retaining the British market, which has always accounted ... Read >
Author: Robert Palmer28th August 2009
Malta has been a holidays destination for British tourists for years. Many Brits return year after year because it suits them for a variety of reasons. With so many repeat visitors to the island, it speaks well for the familiar sense of welcome and comfor... Read >
Author: Robert Palmer22nd August 2009
If you don’t want a package deal for your annual holiday, private apartments to rent in Fuerteventura direct from the owners could be what you are looking for. Not everyone wants their holiday to be organized for them. For some people part of the enjoym... Read >
Author: J Corcoran20th August 2009
It may surprise many to hear that you can find some great places to visit in the UK. Many people think that summer holidays need to be spent in foreign destinations but if you, like so many others, are trying to save some money this year then a UK holiday... Read >
Author: Mr.Brightside19th August 2009
Unuemployment in Britain has hit a fifteen year high, but for those wanting a holiday to escape their economic woes for a week or two, they've never had it so good as holiday companies cut prices to fill planes and resorts.
The current recession is due... Read >
Author: Robert Palmer18th August 2009
Jamaica is a beautiful island. It is the third largest island in the Caribbean with a warm and sunny tropical climate. It has had over 40 years independence since 1962, and the head of state is Queen Elizabeth II who officially uses the title Queen of J... Read >
Author: Tailored Home30th July 2009
While any property investing market can be a potentially lucrative buy-to-let location, several factors of individual regions stand out to enable ideal returns. Turkey has strengthened as an optimum investment location, assisted greatly by the strong grow... Read >
Author: Melissa Chappell29th July 2009
The British economy is in the doldrums, and there's no end in sight as unemployment soars and manufacturing is down. The current recession is mainly due to the worldwide credit crunch, combined with the falling price of houses. Britain hasn't experienced ... Read >
Author: Robert Palmer23rd July 2009
Britain - a member of the G8 - has an economy that's hitting the rocks for holidaymakers who like a sunshine break - not only is there the recession to consider but the country's currency - sterling - has declined in value against the Euro, the currency u... Read >
Author: Robert Palmer21st July 2009
Is your family trying to decide where to go on holiday this summer? For millions of people, summer vacation time means visiting a foreign country. There are numerous countries that can provide a new and exciting holiday experience for you no matter where... Read >
Author: Robert Palmer17th July 2009
Family Holidays are an important part of family bonding, but the soaring costs may be enough to cause the most congenial family to want to split up and run in four directions this next holiday season. In April, 2008, the Daily Express ran a story by Louis... Read >
Author: Robert Palmer09th July 2009
There are some beautiful beaches in the UK and they are great to visit during the seemingly random sunnier periods of our year. However, lets be honest, the British summertime is a bit of an up and down affair at best and can often end up becoming a was... Read >
Author: Isla Campbell05th July 2009
The last thing you want to be doing while you are on holiday is sorting out a load of bureaucratic hassles, so it is a good idea to get these out of the way before you go. Here are just a few of the things that you might want to get sorted out before yo... Read >
Author: Micke Jack16th June 2009
Tourism predictably has been severely hit in many countries or specific cities due to this recession we are experiencing. New York is a prime example, known as a popular location for those looking to buy cheap Levis and other American goods during the day... Read >
Author: Kim Chambers12th June 2009
Those looking to find a great value holiday with a bit of adventure this year should definitely consider Iceland, as their money will now stretch more than 40% further than last summer. This is due to the collapse to the Icelandic krona, pushing this holi... Read >
Author: Which4u09th June 2009
The time of year for booking summer holidays has begun, and with more people turning away from tourist infested Spanish and Greek holiday resorts in recent years, a new holidaying experience has dramatically heightened in popularity. A Camping holiday in ... Read >
Author: Robert Palmer11th May 2009
The British Isles are a key market for European holiday resorts in countries like Spain, Greece, Cyprus and Portugal, but new figures have shown that flights are down 11 per cent this year so far and things could get worse for the travel industry if the r... Read >
Author: Robert Palmer11th May 2009
The recession has had a big impact on certain areas of the tourist industry. Whilst some destinations, such as Turkey, Australia and the UK are set for more British visitors this summer, other popular areas within the Eurozone are also set to be far quie... Read >
Author: MarkeD05th May 2009
Towards the end of April most British people have booked their summer holidays, but quite how many have done so for this year won't be known for a while yet.
With the economy in both the US and Europe in recession, holiday destinations are bracing them... Read >
Author: Robert Palmer28th April 2009
Cornwall is an extraordinary county, steeped in mystery, myth and legend. An ever-popular destination, it has really become one of the destinations of choice for many people who see their pound falling in value against other holiday currencies such as the... Read >
Author: Sue Walker23rd April 2009
Any hopes that vacation island Malta could escape the worst of Europe's recession as people cut back on their spending are evaporating fast as new official figures show that the island's tourism industry went into decline towards the end of 2008, leaving ... Read >
Author: Robert Palmer17th April 2009
Easter is normally when most British people have booked their summer holidays, but quite how many have done so for this year won't be known for a while yet.
With the economy in both the US and Europe in recession, holiday destinations are bracing thems... Read >
Author: Roger Munns17th April 2009
This year the international tourism market is battening down the hatches for what may be the worst year for travel on record. That's not to say every travel destination is suffering though. The island nation of Malta recorded its best ever year for touris... Read >
Author: Robert Palmer15th April 2009
Often people want to just want to take a holiday to have a break from their monotonous work life and their mundane day to day living. Holidays are indeed one of the best ways to rejuvenate the body both physically and mentally. One of the key ingredients ... Read >
Author: John Thompson09th April 2009
The global economic crisis is having an interesting affect on the plans of holidaymakers. According to skyscanner.com, most of us are eager to book cheap flights to destinations that are value-for-money and warm, but this is not always the case – and t... Read >
Author: MarkeD31st March 2009
The third largest of the Mediterranean islands, Cyprus is one of the most popular holiday destinations for British tourists. There is no bad time to look for the cheapest flight to Cyprus as it is a year-round destination due to the great climate. The ... Read >
Author: Kate Smith27th March 2009
Turkey has developed a reputation as a value-for-money destination, helping to boost the country’s popularity as a property investment destination. Spurred by relatively cheap property prices, demand for Turkey property is growing.
Weak Turkish curre... Read >
Author: Marc Da-Silva17th March 2009
She's got a reputation of being a quiet and peaceful holiday island, but a new tourist facility will enable Menorca holidaymakers to see parts of the island they might well have missed otherwise - jeep safaris have arrived!
2009 is going to be an uphil... Read >
Author: Robert Palmer12th March 2009
Recession? Resmession! Despite the financial pinch, the public are still keen to go on holiday. Indeed, trips away are one of the last ‘non-essential’ expenses that consumers will axe when cutting back on their spending. And rightly so – it’s impo... Read >
Author: MarkeD10th March 2009
The credit crunch is undoubtedly having some impact on everyone but despite everyone feeling the pinch experts don’t anticipate a major downturn in the number of British tourists taking an annual holiday abroad. As people face increased stress in their ... Read >
Author: John Thompson24th February 2009
Cyprus is the third largest of the Mediterranean islands and is a favourite holiday destination for British tourists. Cheap flights from the UK to Cyprus bring in visitors to enjoy fantastic weather through out the year. There are nearly 500 hundred mi... Read >
Author: Kate Smith24th February 2009
Australia is one of the most amazing countries of the world. Sydney being one of the most popular city in Australia is always crowed with a huge number of visitors and tourists from the British countries and worldwide. Visitors from UK often visit Austral... Read >
Author: Jamie Hanson02nd February 2009
Just losing visitors during a recession is understandable - losing a million of them in one year when a good part of your economy relies on tourism could be construed as careless.
Figures just released in Spain show it is the British who have stopped v... Read >
Author: Robert Palmer02nd February 2009
A leading British travel insurer has issued a warning to potential travellers to plan ahead when booking a trip abroad this summer. According to research conducted by Esure, many tourists don't fully understand what the potential weather conditions will b... Read >
Author: Darell Joyce02nd February 2009
A leading British travel insurer has issued a warning to potential travellers to plan ahead when booking a trip abroad this summer. According to research conducted by Esure, many tourists don't fully understand what the potential weather conditions will b... Read >
Author: Darell Joyce28th January 2009
Looking to spend your holiday in an ecological paradise? It’s not the most popular of destinations for British tourists, but Costa Rica's lush rainforests and amazingly clean and untouched beaches make this a superb destination for visitors from around ... Read >
Author: John20th January 2009
The Euro is hitting the pound and British tourists' spending power, and Turkey is gaining ground as a favourite holiday destination for Brits.
The Cooperative Travel Group's director of retail travel, Trevor Davis, said packaged holiday sales for Turk... Read >
Author: Robert Palmer09th January 2009
The global media seem to warn everyday that there's no money in the economy, that no-one has any money, and if any does have money they certainly aren't spending it.
This is often reported from shopping malls with hundreds of people laden down with sho... Read >
Author: Robert Palmer07th January 2009
The nightlife of a city is something that almost all British tourists enjoy, but if you want something a little different than popular French restaurants or drunken Spanish resorts, then Istanbul comes as highly recommended for its night haunts. If you’... Read >
Author: Matthew29th December 2008
Once Christmas is out of the way, January and February is traditionally when millions of British people decide upon their annual holidays - some in the travel trade suggest that up to half of all holidays are booked in the first two months of the year.
... Read >
Author: Robert Palmer17th December 2008
Both marketing and tourist officials on the island of Malta are beginning a push to change the face of its holiday industry, as the overall number of holidays sold in 2009 is expected to dip, with the aim of maybe keeping her tourist numbers on a similar ... Read >
Author: Robert Palmer11th December 2008
In 2000, there were 56.8 million visits abroad made by UK residents, with an estimated two thirds of these being for holidays. A holiday is viewed as essential by much of the population and is something most people choose not to miss out on. The mode of t... Read >
Author: Adam Singleton03rd December 2008
The Dow Jones and the FTSE might have dropped value in recent months, and the number of vacations being booked might be tumbling, but it doesn't seem to be affecting the number of visitors Lanzarote is attracting this winter.
At the start of 2008 in fa... 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 Palmer13th November 2008
The latest travel industry news from holiday companies in the UK confirms that Spain should be the number one destination for holidays in 2008, despite the Pound falling against the Euro, and prices typically some fifteen per cent more expensive than last... Read >
Author: Robert Palmer04th November 2008
South West Mallorca is one of the popular places for families who want to get the best out of their holiday.
It is also fast becoming a great place for investment in real estate properties especially among retirees who feel the region has magic. Stati... Read >
Author: Edward Hey31st October 2008
The holiday island of Majorca has been the jewel in Spain's crown for over thirty years - successfully attracting Europeans, especially from Germany and the UK, but also further afield in recent years as Americans, Canadians, Russians and Australians have... Read >
Author: Robert Palmer21st October 2008
As one of the most popular destinations for British tourists in the world, Florida is well equipped and has been long prepared for the huge amount of visitors it receives every year. We’re all aware of the huge theme parks and zoos available to those lo... Read >
Author: Jennifer Quirk13th October 2008
British holidaymakers who chose to vacation in the United States this year were pleasantly surprised at how cheap it was due to the weakness of the U.S. dollar. For the most part British tourists were getting close to two dollars for each British pound. E... Read >
Author: Robert Palmer08th October 2008
Shoppers on vacation, looking for their ideal haven, need look no further than Benidorm!
Bordered by the Mediterranean Sea in the Spanish province of Alicante, Benidorm attracts swarms of visitors annually. There are many reasons why tourists prefer Be... Read >
Author: Larry Austin11th September 2008
The holidays and flights business has been hit hard by the recent economic downturn. Many hotels, resorts and airlines are cutting costs in an effort to keep their businesses running even when the guests aren't coming in the numbers they used to.
In at... Read >
Author: Robert Palmer08th September 2008
Within hours of British holiday companies reporting a surge of people taking an overseas holiday, the Bank of England issued yet another warning that the British economy could be in recession within the next six months.
Over in mainland Europe, countri... Read >
Author: Robert Palmer08th September 2008
Turkey could replace Spain this year as top holiday spot for British tourists - the Cooperative Travel Group's director of retail travel, Trevor Davis, said packaged holiday sales for Turkey have increased by 30 percent. Mr. Davis also said sales to Major... Read >
Author: Robert Palmer05th September 2008
With close to 2 million visitors a year, South Africa's capital city, Cape Town, is fast becoming one of the largest tourist hotspots in the world. The country's great exchange rate offers a great value holiday for your money, and coupled with the fact th... Read >
Author: Adam Singleton02nd September 2008
Authentic Italy are a company who, as their name suggests, specialise in allowing people to see some of the real Italy. Their apartments and villas are located throughout the Italian peninsula.
If you're intending on visiting the country, then which ar... Read >
Author: Keith Barrett02nd September 2008
For millions of people, holidays mean visiting a foreign country. There are numerous countries that can provide a new and exciting vacation experience for you no matter where you're from.
Spain is a particularly popular destination. UK and European v... Read >
Author: Robert Palmer24th August 2008
Stuffing money in your pants - a trick that has long been popular with revellers during nights out on the town - is also being used by travellers according to a new survey by the recently launched Tesco Travel Money Card.
British tourists are resor... Read >
Author: Brad Swarner24th July 2008
Situated in Devon, Torquay is widely regarded as the jewel in the crown of the English Riviera.
Originally a fishing and agricultural town, since the start of the 19th century the local government set out into turning this quiet, rural village into a t... Read >
Author: Karl Guevara23rd July 2008
Many people looking to book holidays often leave it late in order to try and catch some last minute deals. In fact, it is estimated that 12 million people had booked their summer holidays by the end of February. Each family has their own criteria to what ... Read >
Author: Karl Bantleman23rd July 2008
Deciding the right holiday destination can be a nightmare - but for a family holiday Santo Tomas could be the answer.
Santo Tomas is located in Menorca, the second largest of Spain's three Balearic Islands - the other two islands are Majorca and Ibiza.... Read >
Author: Robert Palmer21st July 2008
A leading travel company has recently conducted a survey and found from the results that there are many Britons who are finding travel insurance and are amongst the best at buying bargain policies.
The survey by the travel company also showed that arou... Read >
Author: Gill10th July 2008
Lanzarote and Menorca are two of the most popular family holiday destinations among British tourists.
Lanzarote tourism reported nearly a 17 percent increase in British tourists during the first two months of 2008. Menorca also reported near-record in... Read >
Author: Robert Palmer07th July 2008
Whether you’re looking for an adventure holiday, a spa break or just some time lying on a beach, you’ll be able to find it all in France.
Each of the 22 regions in France has something different to offer its visitors. They each have their own char... Read >
Author: Gill01st July 2008
All eyes are on New York this week as the Sex and the City film premieres here in London.
Travel experts believe that the film will attract many British tourists to New York as they see the beautiful setting of the film. Fans of Sex and the City can n... Read >
Author: Carys Robshaw26th June 2008
Unfortunately due to politics, North Cyprus has not been on the tourist map for a number of years, but recent political developments seem to be changing all that now. It has only been the southern part of the island that has been discovered by British tou... Read >
Author: TimMartins19th June 2008
If you are flying to Orlando to visit the theme parks, or perhaps using it as a starting point for a Florida fly-drive, be aware that there are two major airports for the city, and one is better placed for Disney than other theme parks.
Most internatio... Read >
Author: Isla Campbell09th June 2008
In recent years, the Dominican Republic has emerged as the holiday destination for British tourists most likely to end in disaster. As a result, many have been pursuing compensation claims for their holiday from hell.
Tourists have suffered personal ... Read >
Author: Carys Robshaw09th June 2008
Spain is a perennial favourite for British tourists and property investors alike. It may be due to the relaxed lifestyle, the sun-soaked beaches or the traditionally easy path to earning a bit of cash through holiday lets - whatever the reason, Spain cons... Read >
Author: Assetz UK06th June 2008
Spanish tourism officials anticipate a rise in British tourists in spite of the pound doing poorly against the euro.
Parts of Spain, including the Balearic Islands have been popular tourist destinations for decades. This isn't expected to falter any t... Read >
Author: Robert Palmer27th May 2008
At the stroke of midnight when Malta joined the Euro on January 1 this year, the future looked rosy.
Malta relies heavily on tourism, and with the introduction of low cost flights had seen her holidays industry turnaround from one in decline to a buoya... Read >
Author: Robert Palmer25th May 2008
Lower property prices and higher inflation in the U.K. and the U.S. have taken no toll on the number of holiday bookings to the Canary Islands. In fact, foreign tourism to Lanzarote was up a surprising 49 percent during the first two months of 2008.
La... Read >
Author: Robert Palmer20th May 2008
With so many destinations for those buying investment property overseas being hit by the credit crunch, emerging markets are attracting plenty of attention. Cape Verde is among these, although it would be quite incorrect to suggest that it is becoming pop... Read >
Author: Assetz UK15th May 2008
Historically UK holidaymakers book their summer holidays early, a hangover from the days when people would visit a travel agent and pay in weekly or monthly over six months, with the advent of the internet not changing that tradition much.
Travel indus... Read >
Author: Robert Palmer14th May 2008
Various news from UK based vacation companies confirms that Spain should be the number one destination for holidays in 2008, despite the Pound falling against the Euro, and prices typically some fifteen per cent more expensive than last year.
A survey ... Read >
Author: Robert Palmer08th May 2008
With two Bank Holiday Mondays, and therefore two long weekends, May is the perfect chance for people to take a mini-break away to quench their holiday thirst until summer arrives. Thus, popular European countries are preparing for an influx of British tou... Read >
Author: Barracuda Digital08th May 2008
Portugal has been the subject of plenty of attention in recent months, not least as an alternative Iberian destination to Spain. Providing high quality accommodation rather than pile-them-high blocks of flats on the Costas is one way the country can be tr... Read >
Author: Assetz UK18th April 2008
Spain's Tenerife is one of the seven Canary Islands off the coast of Africa and a favourite destination in the winter for European holidays, and the island is now looking at how it can improve it's environmental record, in both the public and private sect... Read >
Author: Robert Palmer06th April 2008
The Spanish island of Majorca is the main island of the group that forms an archipelago called the Balearic Islands. Located in the Mediterranean off the east coast of the Spanish mainland, Majorca is the largest of the Balearic Islands. Majorca is also t... Read >
Author: Robert Palmer03rd April 2008
Tourist officials in Malta are beginning a push to change the face of its holidays industry.
It appears that its days of depending on the over sixty crowd to infuse outside Euros into its economy are numbered. No plans are in place to snub its populati... Read >
Author: Robert Palmer28th March 2008
If geographic areas were attributed human characteristics, you might call the Costa del Sol and Costa Blanca, Spain "frienemies." Not that the inhabitants of the two regions are hostile toward one another. Actually, Spain is well-known the world over fo... Read >
Author: Robert Palmer25th March 2008
As British tourists seek to visit new and more culturally exotic destinations, the North African country of Egypt has steadily increased its share of visitors. And with golden sands, turquoise seas and a perfect outdoor climate, it's little wonder that ... Read >
Author: mpressman07th March 2008
When it's time for some leisure, sun and sand, do you want the tranquility of an oasis in a family resort town?
Then Santo Thomas on the island of Menorca awaits you.
Menorca is the second largest of Spain's three Balearic Islands. This island sits ... Read >
Author: Robert Palmer04th March 2008
Approximately a third of holidaymakers place themselves and their belongings at unnecessary risk while on holiday. This "It can't happen to me" attitude means that thousands of British tourists travel without insurance or an awareness of basic safety guid... Read >
Author: Jay Tillotson21st February 2008
Gran Canaria is one of the seven islands that make up the Canary Islands. This group of islands are located just off the coast of north-west Africa, and because of their location they have year round warm weather. This makes them an extremely popular tour... Read >
Author: Nick Cox10th February 2008
Anyone who has seen the Robin Williams film version of Popeye will be at least a little familiar with the Mediterranean island of Malta. The term 'good things come in small packages' certainly can be applied to this small yet beautiful land. Malta is only... Read >
Author: Jay Tillotson25th January 2008
Turkey, the country famously known as the bridge between Europe and Asia, is proving to be a popular place for British property buyers to invest. The country has one of the largest economies in the world with a growing population that currently numbers ov... Read >
Author: Elisha Burberry22nd January 2008
Leading travel websites are reporting Spain has benefited greatly from the increase in British tourists.
Surprising to many people is that Spain also attracts skiers.
Spain's most successful ski resorts are in the Pyrenees Mountains. Many snow-lovi... Read >
Author: Robert Palmer19th January 2008
Spain's Tenerife is just one of the seven Canary Islands off the coast of Africa, yet it is making a huge impact on the environment. Tenerife has a commitment to the private and public sector to go green and do whatever they can to protect the environment... Read >
Author: Robert Palmer14th November 2007
Evergreen Mallorca has scored a stunning success this year by being the British holidaymakers island of choice for their annual getaway, and has now capped a successful summer by being top destination for the autumn season too.One travel site has reported... Read >
Author: Robert Palmer26th July 2007
For many decades, Portugal has been one of the favourite holiday destinations for British tourists. It is no wonder then that there is a huge range of possibilities to travel to Portugal by airplane from almost every airport in the United Kingdom. This wi... Read >
Author: enRico Nestler26th July 2007
Cyprus, being a former UK protectorate, has long enjoyed excellent transportation links with the United Kingdom. In the past, the ship was the most common way to travel between the UK and Cyprus, a possibility which today still exists: Cypriot ports, and ... Read >
Author: enRico Nestler06th June 2007
Those planning a holiday this year could be put off by the thought of a crowded resort on a Spanish Costa or the over familiarity of beaches packed with British tourists. However, there are areas of Spain that are not over-populated by tourists and offer ... Read >
Author: directline-holidays.co.uk07th 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
Anyone considering a summer holiday this year may be put off by the thought of a crowded beach on a Spanish Costa or the over familiarity of resorts packed with British tourists. However, there are areas of Spain that are not over-populated by tourists an... Read >
Author: Ross Marchant05th 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 Munns24th July 2006
Bulgaria has attracted a lot of attention over the last two years, as foreign buyers and investors flock to its emerging property market. In 2004, foreigners invested over Euro 500 million in Bulgarian property, compared to Euro 98 million in 2003. Freq... Read >
Author: dominic whiting16th June 2006
This time of year Spain becomes a Mecca for British tourists trying to flee the country and get a tan, and whilst some football fans are currently postponing their holiday until after the world cup finishes, now is an ideal time to get away.
Bilbao... Read >
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