Archive for July, 2009
Long haul resorts show Brits in better light
Jul 29th
British holidaymakers on long-haul holidays are said to have a different image than that of the UK rowdy European holidaymakers.
Recent research by an online tour operator found that the longer the journey away from the UK, the better behaved the UK holidaymakers are.
The research also revealed that Brits tend to be more cultural when travelling to long-haul destinations such as the Caribbean, Indian Ocean or South America.
In the poll, UK travellers ranked second best in the world, with a great reputation for far-flung resorts; it‚s a shame the reputation in Europe isn‚t the same.
All inclusive resorts are more popular for the more exotic holiday destination.
French festivals this summer
Jul 29th
Open air festivals are popular during the summer months in France, particularly Paris. Tourists on romantic City Breaks in Paris are able to enjoy the jazz concerts and theatre productions.
Paris Quartier d‚Ete brings dance, storytelling, theatre and the circus to outdoor venues across the city, running from 15th July to August 9th 2009.
Paris Plages Paris Beaches runs from 20th July to 20th August 2009 on the river banks with deckchairs and ice-cream vendors to help you enjoy the festival.
Festival Jeunes Talents brings young talent to the forefront of the stage where they will play together in concert.
Paris Jazz Festival includes some of the well known jazz musicians from the previous 15 years, playing at the Parc Floral and Bois de Vincennes. The festival this year will include some improvisation concerts and workshops.
Flights selling fast for World Cup 2010
Jul 29th
Flights from London to Johannesburg for the South African World Cup in 2010 are already selling out, and return fares are being sold for as much as ‚£1500.
Maruska Adye, Tour Operator said, “Neither BA nor South African Airways is surcharging on World Cup departures to Johannesburg, but many flights are already fully booked, so the only fares left are as much as ‚£1,500.
Few airlines are increasing fares; however, Ms Adye continued to say, “Air Namibia has increased fares by up to 23% on the London to Johannesburg route.
Booking package holidays to South Africa will avoid disappointment in continuing cost rises for flight, hotels etc being booked separately.
With many England fans waiting till the qualifying game on 9th September 2009 against Croatia, UK tour operators are expecting a surge in bookings, with fans ensuring their team to go through.
Source: The Times Online