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The wide choice of cheap flights to Spain and budget accommodation in Spanish resorts, means that Spain is likely to be the top destination for UK holidaymakers in 2010, reports Corporate-FX.
With the credit crunch making value-for-money an even high priority for families this year, Spain holidays are topping most wish-lists.
The reliable weather is an added […]

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 […]

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 […]

Novotel hotels and resorts are achieving the Green Globe Sustainable Tourism certification; currently 19 Novotels’ hold the status in the Asia and Pacific regions.
Twelve more hotels in the area have attained the ‘benchmark’ status, with the Accor group aiming for all 81 hotels in the region to be certified before 2010.
The global network of Novotel, […]

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: […]

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 […]

Santorini – also known as Thera is very popular with both domestic and international tourists. The volcanic island is famed for its volcanic sands and unforgettable views, the main beaches to visit include, Perissa and Red beach. The quietest time to visit is May or early June, and a stay in la or […]

If your flight is delayed or cancelled: it is your right to be reimbursed for your ticket if you are delayed for more than 5 hours and you make the decision to not travel, (please note that you will not be reimbursed for your whole trip, just the flight).
You are entitled to claim […]

The European Travel Commission has come up with a list of ‘free’ attractions to visit across Europe in order to lure tourists to city break, and travel to popular holiday destinations:
• France – enjoy the summer solstice with free music and events in Paris. From professional to amateur musicians, as well as artistic forms, the […]

According to an industry expert, the religious tourism sector, worth an estimated £10.81 billion, could play a key role in driving Middle East tourism and hospitality forwards.
The global leader in religious travel and tourism already is the Middle East, but with three billion people around the world tracing their religious roots to the region, the […]

In 2010 Holland America Line will introduce a round trip to Sydney, Australia; the 14 day voyage will explore the South Pacific, Australia and New Zealand.
Richard D. Meadows, CTC, Executive Vice President for Marketing, Sales and Guest Programs at Holland America Line said “Our 14-day, roundtrip Sydney cruises are the perfect answer for a relaxing […]

A positive start to the year for the travel, tourism and hospitality industries as bookings for this month alone are reportedly up on holidays, to Turkey and Egypt as well as other long haul destinations.
Many deals by tour operators and travel agencies are what has caused the surge in bookings, according to ABTA 68% […]

Regardless of the current economic climate, travel to the USA increased by 8% from January to September 08 compared to 2007.
For 17 months consecutively the market for holiday-makers from overseas to visit the US has improved. Visitation from Canada increased by 12%, Western Europe was up 11%, the UK raised by 14%, […]

Holiday destinations and travel agencies are realising the power of videos in attracting holidaymakers. More YouTube channels are being set up and videos added to company websites every month. Videos are a way to bring holiday destinations alive in a way pictures and words cannot.

Holidays in Jamaica are continuing to grow in popularity, so much that Jamaica is expecting to see 3,000 new hotel rooms every year until 2015. Tourism sector in Jamaica will also require 58,000 more people to work in various positions thanks to the growth.

The number of Brits travelling to the US was up by 11% in February 2008, compared to the same month last year. According to new official numbers, the overall number of people arriving the US was also up by 11% in February.

More beaches in Italy have been awarded a Blue Flag during 2008 – the Blue Flag is given to clean and safe beaches around the world. This year 104 beaches and marinas in Italy have been awarded.

British holidaymakers are not giving up their summer holiday, if they face difficulties in funding their holiday; they cut on shopping, eating and going out. According to a new survey, Brits spend an average of £773 during their holidays (excluding flights and accommodation).

Travel and holidays had the strongest year ever at Midlands Co-op in 2007, online sales at Holidays-Direct, Ski-Direct and Citybreaks-Direct were especially impressive for the company.

A travel agency has warned that not all airlines will be ready for full use of e-ticketing by the deadline of June 1st. There are several concerns over specific circumstances where e-ticketing will not be working.