Winter sun holiday options unveiled | Fly to New York from Leeds Bradford airport for Calzaghe fight - 20/11/2008
Tour operator Jet2holidays.com has launched a choice of 10 winter sun holiday destinations flying from six airports including Manchester and Edinburgh.
Cheapest places to go on holiday - 20/11/2008
If you choose carefully where to go on holiday you can save a lot of money reveals the Post Office's Holiday Costs Barometer.
Austrian Airlines offers direct links to ski resorts - 05/11/2008
Passengers flying to Innsbruck on skiing holidays with airline Austrian will benefit from direct bus links to some of the top ski resorts in the Alps.
Singapore Grand Prix helps attract more UK visitors - 03/11/2008
As Lewis Hamilton celebrates becoming Formula 1 World Champion, Singapore is celebrating too after its Grand Prix boosted the number of UK holidaymakers visiting the city.
Top city break destinations and islands named - 17/10/2008
If you're looking for some inspiration about where to go on holiday the influential magazine Condé Nast Traveler has just announced its readers votes for the best cities, hotels and islands to visit.
Atlantis The Palm opens in Dubai - 24/09/2008
The largest water themed tourist attraction in the Middle East – Atlantis, the Palm – has opened today in Dubai.
Sharm named best for dive holidays | Great Barrier Reef and Maldives in top 10 dive spots - 18/08/2008
The Red Sea resort of Sharm el Sheikh has been named as the best spot for diving holidays, beating the Great Barrier Reef in Australia into second place.
easyCruise unveils new cruise holidays | Greek islands cruises and visits to Crete and Rhodes feature - 15/08/2008
easyCruise has revealed its line up of new cruise holidays for 2009 which will include visits to the Greek islands of Crete and Rhodes for the first time.
Turkey is new winter sun holiday destination - 13/08/2008
With the high cost of holidays in Spain and the rest of the eurozone Turkey has become a popular destination for summer holidays this year, and it is now being promoted for winter breaks.
Hotel prices cut in Beijing | Olympic Games fails to attract tourists - 08/08/2008
As the Olympic Games get under way today with a spectacular opening ceremony, it seems that Beijing is failing to attract the number of visitors expected.
Brits hungry for beach holidays | Spain and Turkey most popular destinations - 06/08/2008
Beach holidays specialist On The Beach has reported a big surge in Brits booking beach holidays abroad as the weather in the UK remains unsettled.
Airport Hotels - 21/07/2008
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Flights to foreign festivals on the up | Airline Jet2.com says more demand for music festivals in Europe - 27/06/2008
Low cost airline Jet2.com says there is more demand for flights to music festivals in Europe this year as the fickle British weather blights UK festivals such as Glastonbury.
Ultimate shore excursions for cruise goers | NCL launches new Freestyle VIP tours - 27/06/2008
Norwegian Cruise Line is launching what it describes as a new class of private touring for cruise passengers who want to get more from their shore excursions.
Holidays to China to grow fastest | Tourism key in emerging countries - 25/06/2008
International travellers are projected to almost double by 2020 says the World Tourism Organisation, and the biggest increases will be in China, India and south-east Asia.
Top summer holiday hotspots named | Spain and France most popular with Brits - 23/06/2008
Travel insurance company Mondial Assistance has produced a new survey showing the most popular summer holiday destinations for Europeans.
Shorter holidays new trend | Survey shows fewer taking two week summer holiday - 04/06/2008
Only 27% of people surveyed by online travel company ebookers are planning to take the traditional two week summer holiday this year as the credit crunch bites.
Rhodes is favourite holiday destination | Only short haul destination in top ten - 02/06/2008
The Greek holiday island of Rhodes has been voted as Europe's top destination in the 2008 Traveller's Choice Destination Awards.
20 years of flights to Orlando | Virgin Atlantic offers Disney Dream - 28/05/2008
To celebrate its 20th year operating flights to Orlando, airline Virgin Atlantic promises to make one family’s Disney Dream come true.
Holidays for barbeque lovers | Top BBQ destinations for National Barbeque Week - 26/05/2008
As National Barbeque Week gets off to a wet start in some parts of the UK it’s tempting to consider a holiday in the sun in some top BBQ destinations.
Stansted starts Athens flights | Aegean Airlines flies twice daily to Greek capital - 14/05/2008
Two new flights begin from Stansted airport this week – Aegean Airlines’ twice daily service to Athens, and Lithuanian Airlines twice weekly service to Vilnius.
Caribbean holidays for singles | Tropical Sky offers breaks with no or low single supplements - 14/05/2008
If you’re travelling alone, Tropical Sky has a choice of holidays with the benefit of no or low single supplements this September.
New flights from Newcastle airport | Eastern Airways launches direct service to Stavanger - 14/05/2008
There is more to making your money go further when choosing a holiday than sneaking past the eurozone.
Timing the key for cheap holidays | Travel in shoulder season for low fares - 14/05/2008
There is more to making your money go further when choosing a holiday than sneaking past the eurozone.
Eco family holidays in Austria - 08/05/2008
Families with a green conscience should consider heading to Austria for their summer holiday this year.
Sex and the city that never sleeps - 08/05/2008
With the film that every woman has been waiting for premiering in London this Monday, there's no better time to plan a trip to New York.
Wild holidays in Iceland | Largest protected wilderness in Europe - 28/04/2008
If you fancy a walk on the wild side, Iceland is creating the largest natural park in Europe.
New luxury hotels on Rhodes | easyJet adds flights from Gatwick - 21/04/2008
Two new five star hotels are opening this summer on the popular Greek island of Rhodes, and easyJet is offering more flights to the island.
Caribbean music festivals | Flights from Gatwick to Antigua and Aruba - 21/04/2008
The Romantic Rhythms Music Festival in Antugua and Barbuda, and the Aruba Soul Beach Festival are just two of the music festivals coming up in the Caribbean this summer.
Dubai airport keeps on growing - 16/04/2008
Dubai International airport was the world’s fastest growing airport in 2007 and passenger numbers are up again this year.
Mediterranean cruises for May holidays - 16/04/2008
Italian cruise line Costa Cruises has a number of tempting cruises around the Mediterranean for the upcoming May bank holidays.
Colorado's rapid rafting - 16/04/2008
Record levels of snow this season in the Colorado Rockies promises rip roaring rapids on the Colorado River once the melt down begins.
Healthy holidays - 16/04/2008
The sight of 35,000 people finishing the London Marathon on Sunday may well have inspired a spring fitness drive amongst us Brits.
China at Harewood - 10/04/2008
Exquisite hand-painted Chinese wallpaper from the 18th century has been used to redecorate the newly restored East Bedroom at Harewood House near Leeds, providing a stunning centre piece to the 'China at Harewood' exhibition.
Brazil island paradise - 03/04/2008
Brazil consistently scores highly in the top ten lists of long-haul travel destinations and a little piece of paradise just off the shores of Rio de Janeiro demonstrates why.
Warming to Iceland - 03/04/2008
In recent years Iceland's cool capital Reykjavik has become a hip city break destination and now intrepid visitors are exploring more of the country's dramatic landscapes.
Cape Town beckons - 03/04/2008
South Africa's oldest and most glamorous city is continuing to draw British travellers, and the football World Cup in 2010 is set to boost tourism further.
New flights to Bulgaria from Dublin airport - 03/03/2008
Irish airline Aer Lingus will begin the only scheduled flights from Ireland to the increasingly popular tourist destination of Bulgaria in June.
Low cost flights to start to Dubai - 29/02/2008
The first low fares flights to Dubai from Europe are to start in October as Scandinavian no frills airline Norwegian begins direct flights from Oslo and Stockholm.
Botswana's No 1 Lady Detective - 21/02/2008
Ten years after the first novel in the bestselling No 1 Ladies' Detective Agency series was released, the BBC is launching its television adaptation filmed entirely in Botswana.
Blue Peter presenters spotted at Stansted - 19/02/2008
Blue Peter presenters Andy Akinwolere and Gethin Jones were on their way to Belfast to embark on a challenge to climb the UK's four tallest mountains.
Arctic Circle Express - 14/02/2008
Great Rail Journeys are offering travellers the chance to explore the awe-inspiring landscapes of the Arctic Circle by train.
Fitness holidays for a perfect winter break - 08/02/2008
If you fancy a holiday getting fit while seeing the sights there are yoga breaks, tai chi experiences and even tango tasters to choose from.
Disney creates holidays for popstars - 08/02/2008
Walt Disney Parks and Resorts is creating a new American Idol attraction in Florida for wannabe popstars.
Carnival in Cyprus this February - 01/02/2008
Every spring Limassol on the Mediterranean in Cyprus holds its carnival, and this year the celebrations begin on 28 February.
Hot property in Brazil - 30/01/2008
Savvy young investors from the UK are snapping up property in Brazil, according to a study carried out on the overseas property market by Datamonitor.
Holidays to Malta more popular - 28/01/2008
The number of people flying from the UK to Malta increased by more than 100,000 to over 1.1 million in 2007, with low cost airline Ryanair adding more flights.
Tenerife tops winter sun hot spots - 21/01/2008
In the busy winter and summer holiday booking period, Cheapflights.co.uk has revealed that Tenerife is the most searched for winter sun destination this year.
New hotel opens in Las Vegas - 18/01/2008
A new hotel, the Palazzo Las Vegas, has opened on the Las Vegas Strip, the first hotel to open there in almost three years.
Oman adds new luxury holiday options - 18/01/2008
The latest addition to Oman's choice of luxury holiday accommodation is the Desert Nights Camp, giving guests a chance to experience life in the desert.
Observatory Sydney voted best hotel in Australia - 14/01/2008
The Observatory Hotel in Sydney has been voted the number one place to stay in Australia by readers of US travel magazine, Travel + Leisure.
New flights to Antalya Turkey - 14/01/2008
Passengers looking for a holiday to Turkey now have another option as Turkish holiday specialist Goldtrail Holidays is adding new flights from Leeds Bradford airport.
New flights to Pakistan from Leeds Bradford airport - 11/01/2008
For the first time passengers will be able to fly from Leeds Bradford airport directly to Islamabad in Pakistan thanks to a new service from Shaheen Air International.
Skiing Norway - 10/01/2008
The Norwegians claim to have been skiing for 4,000 years so they should know a thing or two about it.
BA launches new flights to India - 09/01/2008
British Airways is launching new flights from Heathrow to the Indian city of Hyderabad in October, adding to its flights to Delhi, Mumbai, Bangalore, Chennai and Kolkata.
Holidays to Dubai for fashion lovers - 09/01/2008
There’s now another reason to consider a holiday to Dubai as plans are released to create the first “fashion island” as part of the new The World development.
Madonna's Indian new year - 03/01/2008
American pop diva Madonna and her family are spending the New Year in the northwestern Indian state of Rajasthan, according to a number of reports.
Scotland's diamond geezer - 03/01/2008
Hollywood star Ewan McGregor has been voted the Scottish celebrity women would have most liked to have received a diamond from in their Christmas stocking.
ABTA reveals holiday hot spots for 2008 - 19/12/2007
The Association of British Travel Agents has revealed its top tips for holiday hot spots for next year, including China, Australia, Abu Dhabi and Israel.
Harrods Kenyan Christmas greetings - 14/12/2007
The January Sale at Harrods is a yearly excursion for many avid shoppers. This year the sale begins on Friday 28th of December and finishes at the end of January.
Glasgow art attack - 13/12/2007
Since reinventing itself as a cutting edge cultural centre in recent years, Glasgow has become a destination city on the world art scene.
Hilton to expand in Australasia - 12/12/2007
Hilton has announced plans to open a new resort and spa on Rarotonga in the Cook Islands.
London 'goes green' for WTM - 11/12/2007
The city of London will be promoting its green credentials at this year's World Travel Market.
Mayor 'to revamp London's streets' - 11/12/2007
Plans have been announced to adapt some of London's major streets to make them more accessible for tourists and pedestrians.
China rising in travel hotspot league - 11/12/2007
China is set to see a boom in tourism levels, according to industry experts.
Ireland shows strong tourism figures - 07/12/2007
Official figures have been released showing growth in Ireland's tourism industry.
Canberra airport to get $250m upgrade - 07/12/2007
Canberra international airport has confirmed it is to embark on a massive redevelopment of its facilities.
Northern Lights 'closer to Stansted' - 07/12/2007
Stansted airport has claimed that Norwegian attractions such as the Northern Lights will be closer to passengers with the launch of a new service this week.
Eastern Europe 'best value for skiing' - 06/12/2007
Countries in eastern Europe currently offer the cheapest options for skiing holidays, according to research.
Turkey shortlisted for EC award - 05/12/2007
Turkey is among the countries shortlisted for a European Commission competition for tourism destinations.
Edinburgh launches tourism action plan - 04/12/2007
The Edinburgh Tourism Action Group (ETAG) has unveiled a new plan to boost the travel industry in the city.
Acropolis 'world's best view' - 03/12/2007
The Acropolis monument in Athens, Greece has been named the best view in the world.
Banksy takes craft to Bethlehem - 03/12/2007
Graffiti artist Banksy has taken his spray paint and stencils to Bethlehem in Israel in hope of reviving the region's tourism industry.
Tourists 'to flock to Oxford' - 30/11/2007
Oxford is expected to see a boom in tourism with the release of new movie The Golden Compass.
Steep rise in Tibet visitor numbers - 30/11/2007
Tibet saw a sharp increase in visitor numbers in the first ten months of 2007, new figures reveal.
Swedish moose hoped to attract visitors - 29/11/2007
Tourism promoters in Sweden are hoping to attract more visitors to a remote northern region by constructing a giant wooden moose.
Whale shark no 1,000 found in Mozambique - 29/11/2007
A programme involving eco-tourists and scientists has discovered the 1,000th whale shark in Mozambique.
Charles, Camilla explore ruins of Ephesus - 28/11/2007
The Prince of Wales and the Duchess of Cornwall visited the ruins of the ancient city of Ephesus in Turkey this week.
South African tourism 'growing steadily' - 28/11/2007
Figures have been released showing that South African tourism has grown steadily every year since 2002.
Low-cost airlines 'opening up Turkey' - 27/11/2007
Turkey has been made more accessible in recent times owing to the strong growth of low-cost airlines, according to BuyAssociation.
Santa expects 120,000 visitors - 27/11/2007
Some 120,000 people are set to visit Lapland in Finland, the mythical home of Santa Claus, this Christmas.
Visitor numbers up in Florida - 27/11/2007
Florida's official tourism group has revealed that the state saw an annual rise in visitors in the third quarter of 2007.
Emirates begins work on $69m resort - 27/11/2007
Emirates has commenced work on its $69 million resort development in Australia.
Go restaurant-hopping in SF - 27/11/2007
Visitors to San Francisco in January will be able to take part in the twice-yearly 'dine about town' programme.
Mexico looks to sustain butterfly tourism - 26/11/2007
The Mexican government plans to invest over $4 million in a reserve that will protect local butterfly populations and boost tourism.
Singapore sees 6% visitor boost - 26/11/2007
The Singapore Tourism Board has released figures showing a six per cent year-on-year rise in visitor numbers in October.
Jesse James 'puts Alberta on the map' - 26/11/2007
The Canadian province of Alberta is set for a boost in exposure as it is the setting for Brad Pitt's latest movie, a tourism group has claimed.
Kenya restaurant opens on the water - 26/11/2007
A property developer in Kenya has opened a floating restaurant that invites customers to eat and drink on the water.
Valencia gears up for surfeit of sport - 23/11/2007
The Spanish region of Valencia is preparing itself for a year of major sporting events in 2008.
New air agreement reached with Singapore - 23/11/2007
A landmark air services agreement has been signed by the UK and Singapore.
Cape Town initiates holiday safety plan - 22/11/2007
The City of Cape Town has launched a strategy to ensure the safety of visitors and residents this holiday season.
Brazil sees 15% visitor growth in October - 22/11/2007
The number of international arrivals in Brazil increased at an annual rate of more than 15 per cent in October, according to new figures.
Montenegro targets sustainability - 21/11/2007
Montenegro's national tourism organisation has outlined its plans for tourism in 2008, placing sustainability at the top of the agenda.
Thailand expects nearly 15m visitors in '07 - 21/11/2007
The Tourism Authority of Thailand has predicted that the country will see close to 15 million visitors this year.
Indonesia to honour regular visitors - 21/11/2007
Indonesia plans to reward its regular visitors and encourage more people to visit by handing out medals, according to reports.
Hastings aquarium to see a £1m regeneration - 20/11/2007
More than £1 million is to be invested in the transformation of Hastings aquarium.
Kiribati 'the end of the world' - 20/11/2007
A panel of experts has identified the island nation of Kiribati as the world's most remote location.
Mauritius predicts more tourism earnings - 19/11/2007
The government of the island of Mauritius has forecast higher earnings from tourism this year than in 2006.
China re-admits daredevil to boost tourism - 17/11/2007
China has let a daredevil climber, previously expelled from the country, back inside its borders in an attempt to boost tourism.
Australia 'dream destination of 2007' - 16/11/2007
Australia has been named the 'dream destination' of the year at the 2007 World Travel Awards.
Ski slopes opening around the globe - 15/11/2007
A number of countries have announced that their major ski resorts are opening for business.
Winehouse to whisk hubby to India - 14/11/2007
Amy Winehouse is planning to take her husband on a holiday to India, according to reports.
Over 1m of snow in Tirol - 13/11/2007
Over a metre of snow has fallen in the Austrian Tirol, the tourist board has revealed.
Bale, Freeman cause a stir in Hong Kong - 12/11/2007
Movie stars Christian Bale and Morgan Freeman have enjoyed an enthusiastic reception in Hong Kong.
Yorkshire launches 'sinful' marketing campaign - 12/11/2007
The Yorkshire Tourist Board has launched a marketing campaign based on the theme of the seven deadly sins.
Haryana targets tourism growth - 12/11/2007
The Indian state of Haryana has announced its intentions to become one of the country's most popular tourist regions.
Leeds Bradford gets new Shannon link - 09/11/2007
Leeds Bradford Airport will get a new link to Shannon in Ireland, Ryanair announced today.
Sydney Bridge climb 'best NSW experience' - 08/11/2007
Climbing the Sydney Harbour Bridge has won an award for being the best experience in New South Wales.
Chile targets WTM '07 - 08/11/2007
The Chilean tourist board is targeting the 2007 World Travel Market as an opportunity to promote the South American country.
Germany 'stays popular' after World Cup - 08/11/2007
Germany continued to be a popular destination with tourists this year, according to new figures.
Diving 'phenomenal' in Sharm El Sheikh - 08/11/2007
An investment expert has commented on the popularity of Sharm El Sheikh in Egypt and the activities available there.
Dubai set for hospitality boost - 07/11/2007
More than 100 new hotels will be made available in Dubai over the next decade, according to reports.
Bmi expands in Middle East - 06/11/2007
British airline bmi has announced a new service from Heathrow to Damman in Saudi Arabia, to launch next year.
New Cape Verde airport opened - 06/11/2007
Access to the Cape Verde archipelago has been boosted with the opening of a new international airport on the island of Boavista.
Spain 'top for Brits at Xmas' - 06/11/2007
Spanish destinations are the most popular for Britons on winter holidays, it has been claimed.
Copenhagen extends Metro to airport - 05/11/2007
The Copenhagen Metro system has been extended to connect the airport to the city centre.
Manx2.com adds routes from Belfast - 03/11/2007
Regional airline Manx2.com has announced new flights to launch from Belfast.
Uganda plans to boost gorilla tourism - 02/11/2007
There are plans to boost the number of people travelling to Uganda to see gorillas in their natural habitat by preparing more groups of the animals for human contact.
Ho Chi Minh welcomes over 2m - 02/11/2007
Over two million people have visited Ho Chi Minh city in Vietnam this year, according to new figures.
VisitBritain targets set-jetters - 02/11/2007
Tourism agency VisitBritain has launched a film tourism campaign to coincide with the release of new movie Elizabeth: The Golden Age.
Grand Central to light up for Xmas - 01/11/2007
Grand Central Terminal in New York City will commence its traditional Christmas light shows next month.
SA tourism 'more lucrative than gold' - 01/11/2007
Tourism has overtaken the gold industry as South Africa's biggest export, according to reports.
Edinburgh to throw six-week party - 31/10/2007
The city of Edinburgh will host a six-week winter festival this year from November 22nd to New Year's Eve.
France 'top destination for skiers' - 31/10/2007
France is the top European destination for skiers, according to the Association of British Travel Agents.
Jerba, Tunisia 'next hotspot' - 30/10/2007
The Tunisian island of Jerba will be a tourist hotspot in 2008, according to a travel community group.
Glasgow to host light festival - 30/10/2007
The city of Glasgow will host its biennial festival of light next month.
UK tourism 'worth over £100bn' - 30/10/2007
A report published by the British Hospitality Association has revealed that the UK tourism industry is worth over £100 billion.
Hong Kong welcomes more visitors in September - 29/10/2007
The Hong Kong tourism board has released figures showing a rise in tourist arrivals in September.
Minister stresses importance of aviation - 29/10/2007
A South African government minister has stressed the importance of a competitive aviation industry to attract more people to the country.
African options promoted at WTM - 27/10/2007
A range of African holiday options will be promoted at the World Travel Market next month.
Morocco 'will be a major destination' - 24/10/2007
Morocco is one of the world's emerging tourist locations and will be a major destination in three or four years, according to an investment expert.
Singapore visitor numbers rise - 23/10/2007
Singapore saw an annual increase in its number of overseas visitors in September.
Growth predicted for southern Africa - 23/10/2007
Recent infrastructure improvements could lead to growth in southern African tourism industries, according to reports.
Olympics 'to leave a lasting legacy' - 23/10/2007
The Olympic Delivery Authority has said that the 2012 Games will deliver a world class transport legacy for London.
NZ tourists spend $24m on dolphins - 22/10/2007
Travellers spent some $24 million dollars last year watching and swimming with dolphins in New Zealand, according to reports.
Big Ben 'London's top movie location' - 22/10/2007
Big Ben has been voted London's most iconic film location in a new survey.
Stansted gains link to Cape Verde - 22/10/2007
Stansted airport will boast a new connection to the Cape Verde islands this winter.
Ryanair carries 25m Spanish passengers - 22/10/2007
Ryanair has announced that it has carried 25 million passengers to and from Spain.
Cape Town to boost cruise potential - 20/10/2007
The council of Cape Town is looking to market the city as one of the world's top cruise destinations, according to reports.
Eurostar to offer 'easy access' to South of France - 19/10/2007
People travelling to France will have easier access to the south of the country with Eurostar from next year, a fact that has been welcomed by a property company spokesperson.
Wizz Air shifts base in Transylvania - 18/10/2007
Eastern European airline Wizz Air has announced that its services to and from Transylvania will now operate from a different base.
Caribbean 'top choice' for overseas weddings - 18/10/2007
The Caribbean is the most popular option for people getting married abroad, according to a travel company.
New Innsbruck links this winter - 16/10/2007
Austrian skiing destination Innsbruck will be more accessible for UK travellers this winter with new flights from a number of airports.
Slovakia resort wins green award - 15/10/2007
The AquaCity complex in Slovakia has won the World Travel Award for the leading green resort.
New York 'top for Xmas shopping' - 15/10/2007
New York is still the number one destination for Christmas shopping, a travel expert has claimed.
Dubai "is the future" - 15/10/2007
An investment expert has enthused over the potential of Dubai on the world stage, describing it as "the future".
Namibia to offer second international hub - 13/10/2007
Namibia will have two international airports from next year, according to reports.
Eden Project 'best building of past 20 years' - 12/10/2007
Cornwall's Eden Project has been named the best British building of the past 20 years.
North-west tourism celebrated - 11/10/2007
The tourism industry in the north-west of England has been recognised at an awards ceremony.
Australia targets Asian travellers - 11/10/2007
Tourism Australia is targeting Asia's corporate traveller market, it has announced.
Sydney voted world's top city - 11/10/2007
Sydney has been ranked as the world's top city in a poll by Conde Nast Traveller magazine.
Bmibaby unveils new Cardiff, EMA routes - 10/10/2007
Bmibaby has announced new routes that will launch from Cardiff and East Midlands airport next year.
Qantas to invest in NZ services - 10/10/2007
Qantas has announced that it will make substantial investment in its provisions for fliers between New Zealand and Australia.
Access to southern African countries improved - 09/10/2007
Leaders of three southern African countries will meet this week to open a new facility making travel around the region easier.
More UK visitors to Thailand in '06 - 09/10/2007
Figures have been published showing that UK visitor numbers to Thailand increased in 2006.
Canada launches ski campaign - 08/10/2007
Canadian tourism authorities have launched a new campaign hoping to attract visitors to the country's ski resorts.
Botswana 'Africa's best-kept secret' - 08/10/2007
A report from the World Travel and Tourism Council (WTTC) has identified Botswana as one of Africa's growth areas.
'Massive expansion' in France for easyJet - 05/10/2007
Low-fares airline easyJet has announced forthcoming expansion at two bases in France.
Norwegian sees passenger boost in September - 05/10/2007
Norwegian saw a substantial increase in the number of passengers it carried in September, the airline has announced.
New Disney resort to open in Hawaii - 05/10/2007
Disney has announced that it will open a new resort on the Hawaiian island of Oahu.
London voted top for transport - 04/10/2007
A traveller survey has found that London is considered the top city in the world for public transport.
UK, Singapore strike air agreement - 04/10/2007
An agreement has been signed by the UK and Singapore that will liberalise air services between the two countries.
KD Avia expands from Gatwick - 04/10/2007
Russian airline KD Avia has announced improvements to its route network from London Gatwick.
Morocco 'offers something new' to tourists - 04/10/2007
The director of a villa company has commented on the popularity of Morocco as a tourist destination, saying that it offers something different to more established locations.
Brazilian govt 'supportive of tourism' - 04/10/2007
The Brazilian tourism industry is set to grow further as the government continues to invest in the market, an expert has claimed.
New hotel for Toronto airport - 03/10/2007
The InterContinental Hotels Group has announced that it is opening a new hotel close to Toronto Pearson international airport.
Bucharest to offer winter gifts - 03/10/2007
The city of Bucharest is to host a winter gifts event in December.
South Africa resort makes it to 30 - 03/10/2007
A South African casino resort celebrates its 30th birthday this year.
KLM to serve Panama - 03/10/2007
KLM Royal Dutch Airlines has announced that it will begin a new service to Panama next year.
South-west focuses on service - 03/10/2007
A tourism association for south-west England has stressed the importance of delivering top customer service.
Canada 'looking for new image' - 02/10/2007
The Canadian Tourism Commission has said that it is looking to present itself in a new light at this year's World Travel Market.
Emirates flies non-stop to Brazil - 01/10/2007
Emirates has flown non-stop from Dubai to Brazil, a journey that has never been made directly before.
Hong Kong targets further growth - 29/09/2007
The Hong Kong Tourism Board has expressed its ambition to achieve further tourism growth next year.
KLM heads to Dallas - 28/09/2007
KLM has announced that it will begin flying to Dallas Fort Worth airport in Texas, USA.
Cycling event 'to boost Aussie tourism' - 28/09/2007
The award of Pro Tour status to an upcoming Australian cycling event has been welcomed by a local tourism group.
Brighton 'a cultural hotspot' - 28/09/2007
A Brighton tourism association has claimed that the city is the 'cultural hotspot' of the UK.
Brazilian tourism 'growing rapidly' - 27/09/2007
The Brazilian tourism industry is going through a phase of rapid growth, it has been claimed.
US carriers win China routes - 27/09/2007
Two US airlines have announced that they will be adding services to China to their networks.
New destinations 'look to media for help' - 26/09/2007
Emerging tourist destinations around the world are reportedly looking to use the power of the media to help boost their profile.
Asia Pacific enjoys record-breaking '06 - 26/09/2007
Statistics have been released showing that a number of Asia Pacific destinations enjoyed record-breaking tourism figures in 2006.
New Midlands-Barcelona link - 26/09/2007
Low-fares airline easyJet has announced a new service from East Midlands airport to Barcelona.
Budget airlines polish up Polish flights - 26/09/2007
Accessibility to Poland is being boosted by new low-cost services.
UK 'ready to welcome Chinese visitors' - 25/09/2007
A tourism information group has claimed that the UK is ready to welcome an expected influx of Chinese tourists over coming years.
Sydney 'world's top city' - 25/09/2007
Sydney has been voted the world's 'number one city' at a prestigious awards ceremony.
Austrian Airlines increases eastern European reach - 25/09/2007
Austrian Airlines has announced more destinations in eastern Europe.
London 'best UK city' - 24/09/2007
London has been named the 'best UK city' in a leisure industry awards ceremony.
Wellington 'New Zealand's culinary capital' - 24/09/2007
Tourism New Zealand has claimed that Wellington has cemented its reputation as the country's culinary capital by winning three awards.
New Zealand targets sustainability - 21/09/2007
The Tourism Industry Association New Zealand has expressed its ambition to make the country's travel sector more sustainable.
KLM focuses on long-haul - 20/09/2007
The Air France KLM group has said that it will boost capacity to its long-haul destinations this winter.
Lufthansa doubles Newcastle-Dusseldorf services - 20/09/2007
Lufthansa has announced an increase in frequency on its Newcastle to Dusseldorf route.
Ryanair adds 2 new routes from Cork - 19/09/2007
Ryanair has announced two new routes from its base in Cork to East Midlands and Glasgow.
Brits 'getting into glamping' - 19/09/2007
A classified advertising site has claimed that traffic to its camping section has risen recently as Brits show an interest in domestic breaks.
BA to focus on US in 2008 - 19/09/2007
British Airways has announced that its summer schedule in 2008 will be characterised by a focus on US flights from Heathrow.
Silverjet opens new route to Dubai - 18/09/2007
Business class airline Silverjet has announced a new route from London to Dubai.
Olympics 'could bring UK £2.1bn' - 18/09/2007
A report released by the government claims that UK tourism could see a £2.1 billion benefit from the 2012 Olympic Games.
Norwegian opens Stavanger route - 18/09/2007
Norwegian, Scandinavia's largest low-fares airline, has opened a new route between Gatwick and Stavanger.
Australia visitor numbers up in August - 18/09/2007
It has been announced that Australia saw a monthly increase in short-term visitor numbers in August.
Nepal welcomes more European visitors - 17/09/2007
The Nepal tourist board has announced a rise in tourist numbers in August.
Airline forges Gatwick-Russia links - 17/09/2007
Russian airline KD avia has announced an extended service from Gatwick for this winter.
New Stansted-Munich link announced - 17/09/2007
Air Berlin has announced a new service between London Stansted and Munich.
Further funding for Botanic Gardens - 14/09/2007
A further £1 million of funding has been secured for Scotland's Botanic Gardens.
Author a fan of Funchal - 14/09/2007
A travel guide author has spoken of his affection for Funchal, the capital of the Madeira islands.
Scottish golf to boost exposure - 14/09/2007
A number of Scottish golf associations are travelling to Mexico to boost tourism linked to the sport.
Ryanair plans expansion in Milan - 13/09/2007
Ryanair has announced its plans for expansion from Milan's Malpensa airport.
Beatles-themed hotel to open in January - 13/09/2007
A Liverpool hotel themed around the Beatles is preparing to open its doors early next year.
Travel company predicts 'Palin effect' for Europe - 13/09/2007
A travel firm has predicted that eastern Europe could see a boom in tourism following Michael Palin's upcoming TV series on the region.
Govt invests £10m in N. Ireland tourism - 12/09/2007
Some £10 million of government funding is being invested in the Northern Ireland tourism sector.
Bmibaby opens Birmingham-Madrid link - 12/09/2007
Low-fares airline bmibaby has announced a new route between Birmingham and Madrid, to commence in December.
Lufthansa links Berlin and London City - 12/09/2007
Lufthansa has announced that it will commence flights from London City airport to Berlin in January.
Rugby World Cup boosts Aer Arann - 11/09/2007
Aer Arann has announced a peak in its passenger figures as a result of the rugby World Cup in France.
Posh enjoys New York life - 11/09/2007
Victoria Beckham is currently enjoying life in New York as the city's fashion week approaches its conclusion.
Emirates' US tour continues - 10/09/2007
Emirates has hosted the second part of its US roadshow to promote a new route from Dubai to Houston.
Swiss to serve Bucharest - 10/09/2007
Swiss International Airlines will commence services to Bucharest next year.
Cumbria's Wastwater 'Britain's favourite view' - 10/09/2007
Wastwater in the Lake District is home to Britain's favourite view, according to an ITV competition.
Toronto tourism campaign launched - 10/09/2007
Canadian tourism authorities have launched a campaign designed to attract British tourists to Toronto.
Malaysia expecting 21.5m visitors in 2008 - 08/09/2007
The Malaysian finance ministry has predicted that 21.5 million people will visit the country next year.
Service improved to 'world's wine capital' - 07/09/2007
Lufthansa has announced a new service between Frankfurt and the wine-making city of Bordeaux.
Center Parcs cleared to build fifth village - 06/09/2007
Center Parcs has confirmed that it will build its fifth holiday village in Bedfordshire.
Hotels in Northern Ireland 'enjoy record year' - 06/09/2007
A new report claims that Northern Ireland hotels are currently enjoying their most successful year to date.
USA's top Hawaii airline named - 06/09/2007
Hawaiian Airlines has been named the best US airline serving Hawaii.
German folk fair 'now within easy reach' - 06/09/2007
A traditional German folk fair is now easily accessible for British travellers thanks to transport links, a tourist authority has claimed.
Stansted to begin serving Norwegian Arctic city - 06/09/2007
Norwegian is to begin flights from Stansted to the city of Tromso, it has announced.
Distant trips 'popular for grown-up gap years' - 05/09/2007
Holidays to long-haul destinations are increasing in popularity with older travellers, a cruise company has claimed.
Olympics 'could bring £3bn into UK' - 05/09/2007
The 2012 Olympics could offer a £3 billion boost to the UK tourist industry, according to research.
Australia looks to boost business appeal - 04/09/2007
Australia is targeting a summit of business leaders as an opportunity to boost its status in the commercial travel market.
Dubai promotes self-catering stays - 04/09/2007
Dubai's tourism department has announced new legislation to promote self-catering accommodation options in the city.
Eva, Paris hit Mallorca - 04/09/2007
Eva Longoria and Paris Hilton were among the celebrities in Mallorca for a charity event.
George goes country-hopping across Europe - 03/09/2007
George Clooney has been travelling across Europe to attend two film festivals.
Ryanair expands operations from Bremen - 03/09/2007
Low-cost airline Ryanair is offering a more extensive service from Bremen, Germany.
Everest attracts 25,000 visitors this year - 03/09/2007
Some 25,000 travellers visited Mount Everest in the first half of this year.
Brits 'wheely love cycle holidays' - 31/08/2007
More and more people in the UK are opting for domestic cycling holidays.
People opt for foreign weddings - 30/08/2007
More flights make foreign weddings easy to plan and arrange.
Winehouse opts for St Lucia - 29/08/2007
MOBO-nominated jazz singer Amy Winehouse picked the beautiful island of St Lucia for a short summer break.
Quick flights add to Barcelona's appeal - 28/08/2007
More and more people from the UK are choosing to head to Barcelona for a short break, a tourism expert has said.
People in the UK want another bank holiday - 28/08/2007
People want another bank holiday to allow them to celebrate the community spirit of the country, experts have said.
Law and Diaz holiday together - 28/08/2007
They both stared in a film called The Holiday and now actors Jude Law and Cameron Diaz have headed off on vacation together.
'Right marketing' important for UK destinations - 24/08/2007
Attractions in the UK can continue to tempt domestic tourists if they market themselves effectively.
Most popular UK holiday spots revealed - 24/08/2007
A holiday website has located the most popular destinations when people from the UK plan domestic breaks.
Friends holiday together - 24/08/2007
Two major TV stars opted to holiday together this year, showing that they really are the best of Friends.
Southwold named top holiday town - 23/08/2007
A Sussex town was named as the most perfect UK holiday destination in a major survey.
Nicky Hilton holidays in Croatia - 23/08/2007
Celeb Nicky Hilton showed she could match her sister when it came to partying while on holiday.
Ryanair suspends Brussels flights - 23/08/2007
Low-cost carrier Ryanair has threatened to suspend its services from the UK to Brussels Charleroi Airport unless it receives guarantees that there will be no further strikes at the European hub.
Ibizan holiday for Sienna - 22/08/2007
Sienna Miller has been spotted in Ibiza sporting a fantastic tan and a new man.
More tourists heading to South Africa - 22/08/2007
South Africa's environment and tourism minister has revealed that the number of foreign tourists visiting the country increased by ten per cent in the period from January to May this year.
Florida a good choice for long-term - 22/08/2007
People looking for a long-term property investment should take a good look at the Floridian market - as its strong, family-orientated, infrastructure could make it the ideal location for such a purchase.
Seychelles holiday prompts marriage talk - 21/08/2007
Prince William and his on-off girlfriend Kate Middleton were spotted holidaying together on a secured island paradise.
Budapest gets international endorsement - 21/08/2007
The Hungarian capital is already a popular tourist designation, but a new promotion could see it become even more well known.
Cage holidays in Italy - 21/08/2007
Actor Nicolas Cage decided to holiday on the Italian Riviera, reports suggest.
Manchester Fashion Weekend announced - 21/08/2007
Manchester Fashion Weekend has been announced and is sure to draw a crowd of interested holidaymakers as well as a number of industry insiders and celebs.
Virgin sends aid to Jamaica - 21/08/2007
After Hurricane Dean caused widespread damage on the island, Virgin Atlantic revealed that it would send aid on its planes flying to Jamaica.
St Lucia "open for business" - 20/08/2007
After Hurricane Dean passed close to the island, officials from St Lucia have said that the island is ready to again receive holidaymakers.
Bond actor's Italian break - 20/08/2007
Actor Daniel Craig took time out from filming the latest Bond film to enjoy an Italian holiday with his girlfriend.
Wag holiday advice revealed - 18/08/2007
Jermain Defoe's fiancee has been asked by the Foreign & Commonwealth Office to share the secrets of holidaying like a Wag with British holidaymakers.
Brits name boring tourist attractions - 17/08/2007
British holidaymakers have revealed the most disappointing tourist hotspots in the world.
Elton John opts for the Riviera - 17/08/2007
Elton John picked Saint Tropez for his recent holiday.
Sardinia attracts celebs - 16/08/2007
The island of Sardinia is fast emerging as the latest celebrity summer hotspot.
Northern Ireland's popularity increases - 16/08/2007
As more and more people in the UK opt for domestic breaks the popularity of Northern Ireland as a holiday spot has increased.
UK tourism 'should be promoted' - 15/08/2007
The UK boasts many tourist hotspots but more needs to be done to reduce prices in the country to make it competitive for holidaymakers, experts have said.
Domestic flights 'open up tourist options' - 15/08/2007
People in the UK use domestic flights to travel around the country and link to international routes.
Families 'become more adventurous' - 15/08/2007
While some families are becoming more adventurous in their holiday choices, traditional hotspots like Spain have an enduring popularity.
World leader turns action man on holiday - 15/08/2007
People might expect world leaders to want to relax while on hoiday, but Russia's president showed that he was something of an action man while on vacation this year.
China becomes more popular - 14/08/2007
China is becoming an increasingly popular holiday destination, as tourists realise they can enjoy a fascinating country relatively cheaply.
Regional tourism boost - 14/08/2007
Regional tourism in the UK will benefit from more cash after the government pledged funds to promote domestic holidays.
Coleen holidays on Ibiza - 14/08/2007
Footballer Wayne Rooney's fiancee was spotted over the weekend enjoying a break on the island of Ibiza.
Ryanair 'opened up southern Italy' - 13/08/2007
When Ryanair started flying from the UK to southern Italy it opened up a whole host of new holiday destinations.
Holidaymakers 'are crime targets' - 13/08/2007
Popular holiday destinations have also been targeted by criminals, new research suggests.
Bedingfield 'loves holiday romances' - 13/08/2007
Natasha Bedingfield has revealed that she used to enjoy the romances which she experienced while on holiday.
Stag and hen parties 'get adventurous' - 12/08/2007
More and more stag and hen groups are taking advantage of cheap flights and jetting off to exotic locations.
Major Maltese events planned - 11/08/2007
Malta has long been a popular destination for British holidaymakers and some planned events are sure to draw even more to the island in the coming months.
Lewis Hamilton opts for France - 10/08/2007
Lewis Hamilton opted to take a vacation from his gruelling Formula One season and picked the south of France for his holiday.
UK breaks 'are popular with families' - 10/08/2007
UK holidays, and particularly self-catering breaks, are still popular with people from the country, despite media reports to the contrary.
Willis holidays with new girlfriend - 09/08/2007
Basking in the commercial success of his latest Die Hard movie, actor Bruce Willis has opted to take a holiday near Sardinia.
Brits 'opt for luxury on holiday' - 09/08/2007
People from the UK are more likely to splash out and pay for a luxury experience while they are ion holiday, a study has discovered.
Ryanair opens ski bookings - 08/08/2007
With winter approaching, Ryanair has unveiled its ski programme.
Music used to boost UK tourism - 08/08/2007
Tourist organisations in the UK are hoping to use the country's rich musical history to encourage domestic vacations.
Debit cards 'expensive for holidaymakers' - 08/08/2007
Holidaymakers who use their debit cards aboard to withdraw money from ATM are being charged high fees for the convenience, a report argues.
Morocco 'lures Louise Redknapp' - 08/08/2007
Pop star Louise Redknapp has said in an interview that she loves to go to the chic cities of Morocco for holidays.
Fascinating event for bank holiday - 07/08/2007
Over the August bank holiday, English Heritage will host an event showing people what life was like during World War II.
Overseas weddings 'becoming more popular' - 07/08/2007
More people are taking advantage of cheap hotels and budget airlines and booking weddings in exotic foreign locations, experts have said.
London audio tours launched - 07/08/2007
A company has begun to offer tourist visiting London the chance to download interesting audio tours which allow holidaymakers to explore the fascinating city.
McGregor completes epic journey - 07/08/2007
Actor Ewan McGregor has completed a motorbike trip across Africa and immediately headed off on another holiday.
Holmes and Cruise visit Cote d'Azur - 07/08/2007
Hollywood couple Katie Holmes and Tom Cruise decided to join a host of other celebs and holiday in Saint Tropez.
Celebs love Saint Tropez - 03/08/2007
More and more celebrities are picking the French resort of Saint Tropez for their summer holiday, media reports suggest.
Brits 'can't speak foreign languages' - 03/08/2007
People from the UK are embarrassed to go on holiday to some destinations because they cannot speak the local language, according to the BBC.
Indian summer for Regent Street - 03/08/2007
As a perfect end to the summer, organisers have released details about this year's Regent Street Festival.
Teenagers 'need parents to fund holidays' - 02/08/2007
While young people from the UK often set off on holidays without their parents they often lack the financial prudence to fully enjoy their vacation.
Hollywood couple pick Greek island - 02/08/2007
Hollywood's favourite couple, Goldie Hawn and Kurt Russell, picked a tiny Greek island for their summer holiday this year.
Brits 'get in trouble on holiday' - 02/08/2007
More and more people from the UK are getting into trouble when on holiday, new research shows.
People 'want Canadian holidays' - 02/08/2007
Holidaymakers believe that Canadians are friendly, which makes the country a good vacation destination, a report claims.
Cheap flights encourage city breaks - 01/08/2007
The proliferation of low-cost airlines has opened up the city break market to a wider section of society.
Holiday debt 'lasts months' - 31/07/2007
People from the UK are still paying off debt amassed during last year's summer holiday, a study suggests.
Food festival announced - 31/07/2007
The fourth Mendip Food and Drink Festival will take place over the October half term and preparations for the event are already beginning.
Simple pricing from Flybe - 31/07/2007
Another low-cost carrier has pledged to make the prices of its tickets more transparent and include all extra charges in advertised rates.
Wet set opt for yachts - 30/07/2007
Stars of the screen and stage are opting to holiday on luxury yachts this year, media reports suggest.
New York 'will be popular over winter' - 27/07/2007
Travel experts are predicting the New York will be a popular winter destination for UK holidaymakers.
National Parks remain popular - 27/07/2007
Holidaymakers in the UK are increasingly recognising the appeal of the country's National Parks, a study suggests.
Unpleasant British holiday habits revealed - 26/07/2007
A study has revealed what habits about their fellow British holidaymakers most annoy UK tourists.
Celebs flock to France - 26/07/2007
France has become an increasingly fashionable holiday destination, with a host of stars opting to vacation in the country.
Royals holiday on Ibiza - 25/07/2007
It might be more typical to see people like Kate Moss or Jade Jagger there, but some of Monaco's royals have been spotted holidaying in Ibiza.
People 'not prepared to pay green tax' - 25/07/2007
Despite consumer interest in acting in a more environmental manner, people are not prepared to pay more in taxation on air travel, a study found.
Exchange rates 'draw people to the US' - 24/07/2007
Both favourable exchange rates and a desire to see its celeb culture are increasingly drawing UK holidaymakers to the west coast of the US.
Holidaymakers 'are leaving their identity at risk' - 24/07/2007
Brits are not taking sensible precautions to protect themselves from identity theft before heading off on holiday.
Brits 'splash out before holiday' - 24/07/2007
Before even departing on holiday, people from the UK spend money preparing, new research suggests.
Indian property market 'to rocket by 2010' - 23/07/2007
The Indian property market is set for a massive boom which will see it increase its total value from $12 billion (£5.8 billion) to $55 billion (£26.7 billion) over the next three years, it has been claimed.
Wondrous whale watching in Whitsundays - 23/07/2007
The whale watching season in Australia is underway.
Film industry providing UK tourism boost - 23/07/2007
Historical and cultural locations around the UK that have served as settings for various films witness a significant rise in visitor numbers, a new study of the financial value of the UK film industry has revealed.
Holidaymakers 'worry over tipping' - 20/07/2007
Holidaymakers from the UK are uncertain when they should tip while abroad, a new study suggests.
Domestic holidays 'set to boom' - 20/07/2007
New research suggests that holidaymakers will increasingly opt for domestic vacations as faith in the UK's weather improves.
World's fashionable cities revealed - 19/07/2007
A new survey has revealed which holiday destinations are the most fashionable in the world.
Expert offers exotic travel advice - 19/07/2007
People planning on travelling to developing countries need to take some time and plan the medical risks of their trip prior to departure, an industry expert has said.
Ancestral tourism 'on the rise' - 18/07/2007
More and more tourists visiting the UK are coming to try and discover their ancestry, a report suggests.
Lloyd 'looks for love on holiday' - 18/07/2007
She might have been romantically linked with everyone from rapper 50 Cent to racing ace Lewis Hamilton, but model Danielle Lloyd appeared to be very much single during her holiday in Marbella.
British seaside holidays 'in fashion' - 17/07/2007
More and more people are starting to consider holidaying at a traditional British seaside town because of the unpleasant image of many European beach resorts, an industry expert has said.
Ross 'loves holidays in Florida' - 17/07/2007
TV talk show host Jonathan Ross thinks that Florida makes the perfect holiday destination, according to media reports.
Mills and McCartney holiday together? - 17/07/2007
They might be in the middle of a divorce, but Sir Paul McCartney and Heather Mills could be planning a holiday together.
Internet 'opens up long-haul destinations' - 17/07/2007
Long-haul destinations and luxury hotels are becoming more accessible to holidaymakers because of internet deals, a new report suggests.
TV star's Caribbean honeymoon - 16/07/2007
Newly married couple Eva Longoria and Tony Parker tried to keep the destination for their honeymoon secret, but a source has told the US media that the pair jetted off to the Caribbean after exchanging vows.
Exotic locations become popular - 16/07/2007
New figures show that people in the UK are increasingly looking at exotic and unusual destinations when planning their holiday.
People ignorant of insurance details - 13/07/2007
More than three quarters of UK holidaymakers will head of this summer with no idea whether their insurance fully covers them for their trip.
Danish royals holiday in France - 13/07/2007
Prince Joachim of Denmark took time out during his holiday to play with his young children, media reports suggest.
Favourite hotels and cities revealed - 13/07/2007
The readers of a US magazine have revealed what they consider to be the best hotels and holiday cities in the world.
More US flights from London - 12/07/2007
One of the world's largest airlines will start offering UK travellers a daily service between Stansted Airport and New York.
Paris get beach for the summer - 12/07/2007
Over the summer months, the area around the river Seine in Paris is transformed into a beach, complete with deck chairs and palm trees and sun shades.
Boutique festival planned - 12/07/2007
Music lovers are being given the chance to round off their summer of live music like a rock star.
Irina Abramovich picks Croatia for holiday - 12/07/2007
The ex-wife of Russian oligarch Roman Abramovich decided to take her children on a luxury holiday to Croatia, according to media reports.
Domestic holidays 'are more popular' - 12/07/2007
Many people from the UK are opting for domestic holidays as fears about the environmental impact of air travel mount.
Dublin attracts stars and holidaymakers - 12/07/2007
Ireland has become the fashionable spot for celebrities to take a short break, a new report suggests.
More stars head to Hawaii - 12/07/2007
Hawaii is fast becoming the celebrity summer holiday destination of choice.
Man holidays a year too early - 11/07/2007
A man who planned a holiday around a friend's wedding found that he was a whole year early.
Forest funday in August - 10/07/2007
The National Forest has revealed that it will run an event over the upcoming August Bank Holiday to encourage children to learn about the natural world.
Parisians 'told to be polite' - 10/07/2007
Tourist officials in Paris have launched a new campaign to try and encourage residents to be more polite to holidaymakers.
Annual travel insurance "is sensible" - 09/07/2007
Holidaymakers who think they will make more than one trip in a year should consider investing in an annual travel insurance policy, an industry expert has said.
World's wonders revealed - 09/07/2007
A vote by over 100 million people from around the world has decided what the Seven Wonders of the World truly are.
Hanks enjoys Italian horse race - 09/07/2007
Hollywood actor Tom Hanks visited the Italian city of Siena to enjoy a local horse race, media reports suggest.
Hollywood couple visit Spain - 09/07/2007
Even though Hollywood couple Catherine Zeta-Jones and Michael Douglas usually get away from their celebrity surroundings while on holiday, they spent this year's vacation with royalty.
Carrey 'loves beach holidays' - 06/07/2007
Actor and comedian Jim Carrey showed off his sensitive side while on holiday with girlfriend Jenny McCarthy and her son, Evan.
Desperate housewife holidays before wedding - 06/07/2007
Actress Eva Longoria has shown the world how best to take the stress out of an impending wedding - by taking a holiday on a yacht.
Florida prepares for busy autumn - 05/07/2007
America's Sunshine State is already getting set for a busy autumn this year, with a number of festivals and special events for visitors planned.
Top Australian tourist spots revealed - 05/07/2007
The Australian Tourist Board has revealed what it thinks are the top ten most popular things that holidaymakers can do when travelling 'down-under'.
More rain on its way - 05/07/2007
The Met Office has warned that the wet weather that has affected most of the UK throughout June is set to continue through the summer.
Hilton 'can't find hotel room' - 05/07/2007
During her recent holiday to Hawaii, Paris Hilton had some difficulty finding a place to stay, media reports suggest.
Activity holidaymakers get helping hand - 04/07/2007
Families looking for a spot of adventure over the summer holidays could benefit from a new guide which has been launched.
Film destinations discounted - 03/07/2007
Alternative Airlines has launched a sale on flights to destinations made famous by successful moves.
BA banned from Angola - 03/07/2007
British Airways (BA) has been banned from flying to the African nation of Angola, reports suggest.
Macau becomes more popular for Brits - 02/07/2007
More and more UK holidaymakers are opting to visit the island of Macau, a new report suggests.
Flight instead of rain-hit rail? - 29/06/2007
As torrential rain earlier in the week continues to cause havoc in much of northern England, Jet2 has said that it could help people needing to travel to the south.
London's 2012 tourism boost - 29/06/2007
The upcoming Olympic and Paralympic Games will give London the chance the showcase itself as a major tourist destination, a group of industry experts have said.
Jamaica 'most popular Caribbean island' - 29/06/2007
A survey by a leading travel website has revealed which are the most popular Caribbean destinations for UK holidaymakers.
Films 'influence holiday choices' - 29/06/2007
When countries appear in blockbuster films, more people want to visit them for a holiday, an industry expert has said.
Holidaymakers 'opt for sunny destinations' - 29/06/2007
Holidaymakers in the UK head away during the summer in search of fine weather, an industry expert has claimed.
EU/US passenger information deal reached - 29/06/2007
The US and European Union (EU) have reached a deal over the sharing of passenger information on trans-Atlantic flights.
easyJet enters package deals world - 28/06/2007
Low-cost carrier easyJet has launched a new website which it says will mark the "death of traditional, inflexible package holidays".
Russian travel 'becoming easier' - 26/06/2007
It is becoming easier for adventurous holidaymakers to visit regional towns in Russia, a new report suggests.
Taxes 'wouldn't put people off flying' - 26/06/2007
Green taxes on low-cost airlines would put people off flying, a new survey revealed.
Cardiff - Antalya flights announced - 26/06/2007
A new service between Cardiff and Turkey will operate over the summer.
Nine days 'perfect for holiday' - 25/06/2007
New research suggests that the British holidaymakers think that around nine days is the perfect length for a vacation.
Entertainment at Charles de Gaulle - 25/06/2007
Holidaymakers stuck at Paris' Charles de Gaulle International will have something to entertain them after Sony revealed it was to install gaming consoles in the airport.
Family ski holidays remain popular - 22/06/2007
The demand for family ski holidays is steadily increasing as more people want active holidays with their children, a leading tour operator has claimed.
Package holidays 'still offer something' - 22/06/2007
Despite research showing that package holidays are becoming less popular, they still have numerous benefits for holidaymakers, an industry expert has said.
Fewer Liverpool to New York flights - 21/06/2007
Flyglobespan is scaling back its flights between Liverpool's John Lennon Airport and New York due to a lack of demand and technical problems.
New base for Wizz Air - 20/06/2007
Wizz Air has opened a new base at Poznan in western Poland and revealed that it will offer two new routes to the UK.
York named Tourism City of the Year - 20/06/2007
Northern low-cost carrier Jet2.com has celebrated the fact that it offers nearly 30 routes to York, the European Tourism City of the Year.
Government carbon calculator launched - 20/06/2007
Passengers concerned about the environmental cost of their flights will be able to use an official carbon calculator in the future to assess the impact of their holiday.
Work worries 'ruin holidays' - 19/06/2007
People in the UK are so caught up in their work that they find it impossible to relax on holiday, a new report suggests.
Low-cost Israel service to begin - 19/06/2007
New low-cost services between the UK and Israel have been announced.
easyJet launches Palermo service - 18/06/2007
Low cost carrier easyJet has launched a new daily service between London Gatwick and the Sicilian capitol of Palermo.
Bmi reduces Caribbean flights - 18/06/2007
Return flights to the Caribbean have just been announced for less than £300 return, including all taxes.
Dubai hotel for QE2 - 18/06/2007
The majestic QE2 cruise ship is set to become a floating hotel after being bought by Dubai World.
Advice on card use abroad - 15/06/2007
UK payments association Apacs and the Association of British Travel Agents (ATBA) have issued people planning summer holidays abroad with advice on how to safely use credit and debit cards while away.
More services to Norway planned - 15/06/2007
Two new air services between the UK and Norway will open up the country to a new generation of British holidaymakers.
Classic car rally in Scotland - 14/06/2007
The small Scottish spa town of Moffat is preparing itself for what promises to be a record breaking Classic Car Rally next weekend (June 24th and 25th).
Scottish ski link from Jet2 - 13/06/2007
Low-cost airline Jet2 has said that it will offer ski service from its base at Edinburgh Airport.
New deal from Icelandair - 13/06/2007
Icelandair is offering holidaymakers from the UK the chance to explore the fascinating country this summer at a bargain price.
New facilities for Armenian airport - 12/06/2007
The authorities in Armenia have announced that some of the expansion work on Zvartnots International Airport is complete.
Spain 'still popular' - 11/06/2007
Despite recent scares, the most popular place for Brits to buy holiday homes is still Spain, a new report suggests.
Self-catering accommodation 'popular' - 08/06/2007
As more people seek 'authentic' holiday experiences, they are increasingly choosing to stay in private holiday homes rather than hotels, a new report suggests.
Brits 'complain on holiday' - 08/06/2007
New research suggests that the most common thing for British holidaymakers to complain about while away is their accommodation.
Holiday mobile charges fall - 07/06/2007
Holidaymakers travelling in Europe this summer will find the cost of making and receiving calls on their mobile phones reduced after the Telecoms Council approved plans to cap roaming charges.
Tourism 'good for developing countries' - 06/06/2007
Tourism has helped some of the least developed countries in the world participate more in the global economy, the United Nations secretary general has claimed.
CO risk at US hotels - 06/06/2007
People visiting the US for a holiday need to make sure the hotels and motels they stay in have carbon monoxide (CO) monitoring equipment installed, a new report suggests.
Virgin confirms Jamaican details - 04/06/2007
Virgin Atlantic has confirmed that it will be entering into a codeshare agreement with Air Jamaica to increase the frequency of flights to the Caribbean. Last week, newspapers reported that the move was likely and now Virgin has provided details
easyJet improves website to collect data - 04/06/2007
Low-cost carrier easyJet has launched a new online service which will allow passengers flying to Spain this summer to enter mandatory security information before they take off.
First Kenyan Virgin flight lands - 04/06/2007
Virgin Atlantic had launched a new service between London and Kenya, with the inaugural flight arriving in the East African country early this morning (June 4th).
Ireland gets more UK links - 01/06/2007
Low-cost carrier Ryanair has announced that it will offer eight new routes to and from Shannon, including several linking airports in the UK to the Irish city.
Renting rural property 'is popular' - 31/05/2007
More and more people from the UK are using low-cost flights to allow them to enjoy short breaks in the country, a new report suggests.
Discount fairs 'to paradise' - 30/05/2007
Surfers from the UK can look forward to paddling in warm crystal-clear waters - instead of cold, grey seas - after Alternative Airlines and Sri Lankan Airlines joined forces to offer bargain flights to the Maldives Islands.
Liverpool loses London link - 30/05/2007
London and Liverpool could lose their only air link after the current operator revealed it was planning to cancel the service.
Liverpool - New York route launched - 29/05/2007
Beatles widow Yoko Ono was on hand last Friday (May 25th) to launch a new low-cost service between Liverpool's John Lennon Airport and New York.
Jet2 to offer flights between Belfast and Gran Canaria - 27/05/2007
Budget airline Jet2 has announced it is to launch two new flights each week operating between Belfast and Gran Canaria.
Brits 'opt for France' - 25/05/2007
Many people from the UK are turning their backs on exotic foreign destinations for their holidays and choosing places closer to home, a report suggests.
English Heritage arranges bank holiday fun - 24/05/2007
The board which manages the historic environment of the UK has revealed that it has planned a number of exciting events for the late May bank holiday.
New security measures 'could cause chaos for holiday makers in Spain' - 23/05/2007
Millions of tourists heading to Spain this summer face long delays and disruptions after the country's government decided to implement strict new security measures.
Golf at midnight? Only in Iceland - 23/05/2007
Icelandair thinks that it has come up with a summer solution for the keen golfer from the UK who feels they never have enough time to perfect their swing.
Kids go free on Austrian Airlines this summer - 23/05/2007
Families planning to travel to the Alps for their summer holiday could get there for less, after Austrian Airlines announced a new offer.
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