Cruises in vogue with UK travellers

holiday news | Cruise holiday news, Holiday news, Worldwide holiday news | Friday, August 29th, 2008

Research by Holiday Which? magazine has shown that cruise holidays are no longer considered to be the holiday choice of the over-50s.
Millions of British holidaymakers are said to have opted for a holiday cruise this year with a further increase expected next year.
The widening cruise market is attracting families and younger travellers, with newly weds […]

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British families turn to city breaks

Recent research shows that family city breaks are experiencing a strong revival amongst UK travellers looking to spend more quality time with their loved ones.
Many holidaymakers are opting to take their families to more cultural destinations that offer something for both the adults and the children, rather than more traditional, child-focused family breaks such as […]

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Spanish town painted red during annual tomato fight

holiday news | Holiday news, Worldwide holiday news | Friday, August 29th, 2008

The normally quiet Spanish village of Bunol has literally been painted red during the town’s annual Tomatina festival.
Thousands of people from all around the world arrived at the town for the festival during which around 100,000 kilograms of ripe tomatoes were thrown, leaving the revellers and town saturated in pulp and juice.
The festival, which […]

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Coen brothers’ film to open 2008 Venice Film Festival

The 65th Venice International Film Festival starts on 27th August and will open with the world premiere of ‘Burn After Reading’ by Joel and Ethan Coen. The film’s star-studded cast includes George Clooney and Brad Pitt.
There is hot competition for the festival’s famous Golden Lion award for best film, with nominations including a feature-length […]

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US popular with UK holidaymakers

holiday news | Holiday news, Worldwide holiday news | Thursday, August 28th, 2008

According to recent research holidays in America are more popular than ever with European travellers, in particular with holidaymakers from the UK and Germany.
One of the main reasons sited for this boom in popularity is the current exchange rate of the Euro against the American dollar. This has seen a boost in tourism and shopping […]

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Top 10 must-see holiday destinations

holiday news | Holiday news | Wednesday, August 27th, 2008

For holidaymakers looking for something a bit different travelbite has compiled a list of the top up-and-coming travel destinations.
Essaouria, Morocco offers a quiet costal fishing village setting for an authentic local experience. It boasts a beautiful beach and stunning architecture to cater for all tastes.
The bustling markets of the southern city of Aswan in […]

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Mobiles to get the OK on flights

holiday news | Holiday news, UK airport and air travel news, Worldwide holiday news | Tuesday, August 26th, 2008

The use of mobile phones on UK passenger aircraft may soon be given the go-ahead after an investigation by Ofcom.
UK aircraft operators wishing to permit their passengers to use their mobiles and other such radio equipment during a flight will be able to obtain a licence from Ofcom.
However recent research suggests that the […]

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New security screening plans for US

holiday news | Holiday news, Worldwide holiday news | Tuesday, August 26th, 2008

By January a new form of security check will be required for travellers planning a holiday in the US but who do not need a visa. Holidaymakers can now register online for special security screening which will replace the previously used green paper forms.
The new Electronic System of Travel Authorization (ESTA) is one of […]

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Chamonix to receive new off piste operator in 2008/9

holiday news | Holiday news | Friday, August 22nd, 2008

The more advanced, adrenalin-driven skiers travelling to the picturesque skiing resort of Chamonix will soon be able to put their skills to the test thanks to a new initiative from the British Alpine Ski School.
The ski school will be offering an exciting new range of courses including backcountry and performance skiing programmes for […]

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Return of avalanche cords

holiday news | Holiday news | Thursday, August 21st, 2008

Holidaymakers opting for a skiing holiday may soon be able to make their experience even safer. The “Flash Avalanche”, a new avalanche safety system used largely by off piste skiers, is about to come onto the market.
The new concept provides an alternative to the previously very popular avalanche beacons. The selling point of the […]

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Austrian resort has new snowmaking scheme

holiday news | Holiday news | Thursday, August 21st, 2008

The popular ski resort of Alpbach in southern Austria now has a new reservoir to enhance the snowmaking capacity of the system already in place.
At a cost of four million Euros the new Jochanger reservoir will eliminate the need to use high energy compressors for snowmaking. Instead using natural water pressure it will serve […]

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Turkey has something for everyone

holiday news | Citybreak holiday news, Holiday news, Worldwide holiday news | Tuesday, August 19th, 2008

Turkey has recently been highlighted for its wide variety of attractions to suit all ages and tastes.
Traditionally considered to be mainly a destination for those wanting to play golf and soak up the local history, Turkey is now being praised for its excellent nightlife and wide selection of accommodation to suit smaller budgets and […]

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Exotic holidays becoming more affordable

Despite the credit crunch and soaring fuel prices it seems that the predicted crash of the holiday market has not come to fruition.
Many holidaymakers are reaping the benefits of the current offers and price-cuts being offered by holiday companies.
The cost of long haul flights to some of the more exotic locations has fallen, […]

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Gatwick to Fredericton Direct

Passengers wishing to fly to New Brunswick, Canada will now be able to do so from Gatwick airport.
This long-awaited service will provide travellers with greater access to the many popular resorts along the Atlantic Coast including Newfoundland, Prince Edward Island and Nova Scotia.
The flight operator will be Air Transat, offering both […]

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Thailand offers best holiday value

holiday news | Holiday news, Worldwide holiday news | Tuesday, August 19th, 2008

UK travellers consider Thailand to be the best when it comes to get the most out of the holiday budget.
The decreasing value of the pound is likely to force many British holidaymakers to look further a field when deciding on where to take their break.
According to the Post Office Holiday Costs Barometer, Bulgaria […]

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Boarding passes revolutionised

holiday news | Holiday news | Tuesday, August 19th, 2008

In conjunction with Northwest Airlines, UK based technology company Mobiqa have completely revolutionised the passenger boarding system.
The concept of the paperless boarding pass allows travellers to use their personal handheld devices such as mobile phones when boarding a flight.
This new system, known as an E-Boarding Pass is being piloted for customers travelling non-stop between […]

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EHIC card boosts health insurance abroad

holiday news | Holiday news, Worldwide holiday news | Tuesday, August 19th, 2008

The new EHIC, or European Health Insurance Card entitles the holder to free or reduced cost medical treatment in any EU country.
In addition there is the EHICPlus card which covers all age groups including the over 65s. This particular card offers cover for a period of up to 4 months.
This new card could […]

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Ryanair boasts 7 new routes

holiday news | Holiday news | Tuesday, August 19th, 2008

Ryanair now offers seven new connections out of Luton airport taking the companies total destinations to 20.
The destinations include Beziers, Biarritz, Poland, Sicily, Lithuania and Derry.
Natalie Raper, spokeswoman for Luton airport said: “We are delighted to announce these new routes with Ryanair, giving our passengers yet more choice of places to visit and […]

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“Great Wall Express” in operation

holiday news | Citybreak holiday news, Holiday news, Worldwide holiday news | Tuesday, August 19th, 2008

Plans for a new high-speed train service between Beijing and the Great Wall of China have been completed in time for the Olympics.
After four months work to renovate an existing track the service is up and running and has cut the time it takes to reach the Great Wall in half to just one […]

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Brits want experience-packed holidays

holiday news | Caribbean and American holiday news, Holiday news, Worldwide holiday news | Monday, August 18th, 2008

Recent research suggests that British holidaymakers are choosing holidays offering new and varied experiences.
Travel magazine lists extreme sports as one of the most popular holiday activities, with white-water rafting, abseiling and canoeing among the favourites on offer.
Themed cruise holidays such as those centred on a particular music genre have also seen a boost in […]

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