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A new technological project has commenced in the Spanish City of Barcelona which provides free internet through Wi-Fi ports.
Visitors and residents alike are able to access the internet at 170 sites across Barcelona, a city break hotspot for many tourists across the globe.
Barcelona city council are planning to have 300 wireless locations by the end […]

The tourist boards of countries in the European Union (EU) who have ‘Blue Flag Awards’ will be highly promoting their beaches this summer to attract more holidaymakers.

Spain currently has the highest number of Blue Flag beaches, with 495. Followed by Greece (mainland) and the Greek islands have 425 Blue Flag beaches.
Blue Flag Awards […]

As the UK is enjoying a spell of hot weather and hoping it will continue through to the end of summer, the Canary Islands are reporting temperatures which are soaring.
Tenerife is experiencing 30 degree heat and above.
Lanzarote reported a peak of 26 degrees Celsius late last week.
Gran Canaria’s temperatures were topping 28 degrees.
Fuerteventura had highs […]

Canadian airline Air Canada has recently announced that dogs or cats will be allowed as hand luggage on board with passengers.
From July 1st passengers will be able to book an under seat space for their pet dog or cat, costing £30 ($50) for domestic flights in North America on Air Canada or regional airline Jazz.
Owners […]

UK holidaymakers are giving up luxuries and reducing supermarket shopping budgets in a bid to fund a holiday this year. Reducing expenditure on take-away food and coffee, even nights out have been cut back so tourists do not miss there beloved holiday.
A recent survey by easyJet revealed 88% of people are making sacrifices (above) […]

According to the British Insurance Brokers Association (BIBA), tourists need to ensure any holidays or city breaks are adequately insured.
Brits should be aware of how important travel insurance is and how buying a policy to suit you and your family needs is essential.
Graeme Trudgill, Technical and Corporate Affairs Executive at BIBA recently said, […]

The Foreign and Commonwealth Office (FCO) warn Brits to check local customs and laws before travelling and have out together a list of tips for holidaymakers:
FCO Tips:
• Make sure that you research your destination before you travel – things that are acceptable here aren’t always acceptable abroad
• […]

The Tunisian tourist board are hoping for unwavering tourism this year as it aims at drawing in tourists from new wealthier markets, especially North America, Arabian Gulf and China.
Tourism income has already shown promise in the first half of 2009 by growing 3% to 1.098billion dinar’s, defying current trends in the West including […]

An increasing amount of UK holidaymakers are choosing to go on Cruise holidays, especially cruises which commence in the UK. According to industry experts at the Passenger Shipping Association (PSA), 1 in 10 cruises now booked will commence from a port in the British Isles.
Due to the increased demand for UK port of calls […]

The latest survey by Holidays-Direct has revealed which factors holidaymakers consider when booking holidays. Guaranteed good weather is an essential must for many holidaymakers, as well as cost, and reviews.
The Canary Islands are a perennial favourite due to year round sun and good temperatures, Gran Canaria, Lanzarote and Tenerife are the most popular and […]

The proposed alliance between British Airways and American Airlines is currently under investigation, which BA asked to be carried out by the European commission.
BA are more focused to achieve consent and with a deadline of August for any objections to be made to the merger of two well known brands, Willie Walsh, BA’s chief executive […]

Melbourne will soon see the opening of Australia’s largest hotel, which promises to be lively, modern and distinctive. The hotel will have 658 room hotel boasts modernistic design and is a completely unique shape, expected to open in 2010.
The Crown Metropol will have amazing views across the Melbourne bay and will be home […]

The latest investment by Manchester Airport is in Real Time Tomography (RTT), a secure system which has been implemented to enhance efficiency and minimize delays for holidaymakers and business travelers alike.
Testing began late 2008 with an investment of £2million with the leading supplier of inspection systems in security, Rapsican Systems. The latest RTT was […]

A recent survey has revealed that UK tourists cannot do without a cup of tea abroad. As much as many popular holiday destinations are introducing expensive coffee shops, the Brits cannot do without a proper cuppa.
Up to 43% of holidaymakers from the UK take tea bags away on trips abroad. The survey which […]

A group of British tourists enjoying a holiday in Crete were jailed for 2 days for insulting the catholic community when they dressed up as highly respected people of the church.
The 17 tourists who played Sunday league football dressed up as Nun’s and in naughty lingerie, the whole idea being just a bit of […]

British Airways has slashed its business class prices to entice holidaymakers to travel further on their summer holidays. The summer sale from the airline finishes at the end of June; savings are as much as 40% in comparison to its standard prices.
Flight discounts included are to the following summer holiday and city break destinations: […]

The Alps are one of the most popular ski areas in the world, with many resorts to choose from, activity holidaymakers are often spoilt for choice of where to go.
Austria has the most ski sections currently open in Europe; however there has been very little fresh powder over the last week, with overnight freezing, the […]

Travel insurance is a must for any type of travel; most policies cover holidaymakers for domestic trips as well as international trips.
Holidaymakers and city breakers who travel on a regular basis, who enjoy shorter yet more frequent trips, should consider annual travel insurance.
Annual travel cover may initially be more expensive, however holidaymakers who take 4 […]

British holidaymakers booking holidays to Europe and long haul destinations are urged to check their travel insurance cover, making sure the cover is adequate.
According to the Association of British Insurers (ABI) vacationers should check their policies before departing on their holidays to ensure they are covered for essentials like, lost luggage, medical expenses and valuables.
Malcolm […]

All Inclusive holidays are remaining a popular choice this year, as the British are cutting back on many luxuries.
An industry expert from travelsupermarket.com said that while All Inclusive holiday deals seem initially more expensive when booking, holidaymakers have to remember that flights, accommodation, food, entertainment and selected drinks are included.
All Inclusive holidays are great for […]