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travel news - February 2008
travel news - February 2008
Honeymoon costs top £1.6k, survey shows
February 29 2008
The average pair of newlyweds in the UK spends £1,614 on their honeymoon, a new survey has found.
Pregnant travellers must be assessed case by case, says expert
February 29 2008
Going on holiday is an exciting time, but for expectant mothers is it important to make absolutely sure that travelling by air is safe, an expert has asserted.
Dubai set to see theme parks built on palm tree island
February 29 2008
The popular holiday destination of Dubai is set to see a group of theme parks built off its coast, it has been revealed.
Brits opt for shorter breaks
February 28 2008
British holidaymakers are increasingly turning their back on long, drawn-out holidays and are instead choosing to take shorter breaks, it has been reported.
Montenegro to develop high-end tourism resort
February 28 2008
The Balkan country of Montenegro is looking for support to develop a high-end tourism resort, it has been reported.
Fish 'fascinate' families on holidays in the Maldives
February 28 2008
Exotic fish in coral reefs provide an excellent distraction for computer game-loving children on holidays in the Maldives, it has been suggested.<br/>
Bradford swimmers train in Majorca
February 27 2008
A number of swimming enthusiasts from Bradford were looking to train in more sunny climes as they travelled to Majorca this half term.
Korn confirmed for Dubai rock fest
February 27 2008
Metal band Korn have confirmed they are to play at the Dubai Desert Rock Festival this spring.
Portugal 'popular with older Brits'
February 27 2008
Portugal is a popular destination for older Britons of retirement age, it has been revealed.
Get cooking on holiday
February 26 2008
Morocco, Italy and Spain are all currently offering the chance to combine a well-earned break with culinary tuition.
Telegraph: Travel to Turkey in 2008
February 25 2008
Holidaymakers heading to Turkey this year will be pleased to discover that the quality of accommodation is second to none, according to the Telegraph.
Travellers "trust" agents
February 25 2008
British holidaymakers "trust" their travel agents on the whole, a new survey has revealed.
Tunisia listed as favourite holiday spot for Brits
February 22 2008
One of the preferred holiday destinations among Britons is Tunisia, according to new research.
Ironman Triathlon in Lanzarote
February 22 2008
This May Lanzarote is hosting its 17th Ironman Triathlon - considered by many, thanks to the heat and level of endurance required, to be the toughest ironman challenge around.
Greece to host gourmet food fest
February 22 2008
Following a successful event last year, the Sani Gourmet Food Festival 2008 is set to take place in May.
Tenerife to host Disney on Ice
February 21 2008
The popular Canary Island of Tenerife has been chosen to host the much-loved ice dancing spectacle Disney on Ice.
Kenya tourism looks ahead
February 21 2008
Following political upheaval and widespread violence, The Nation reported that tourist arrivals in Kenya dropped by 90 per cent in January 2008.
Majorca "has experienced huge popularity"
February 20 2008
In recent years, the Spanish holiday island of Majorca "has experienced huge popularity" it has been reported.
Britons driving to Italy 'should check car insurance'
February 20 2008
British holidaymakers travelling to Italy and elsewhere in Europe should endeavour to check their car insurance cover before travelling, it has been reported.
Parents advised to take "bargaining tool" on holidays
February 20 2008
Parents of irascible children have been advised to take a "bargaining tool" with them when they travel on holiday.
Croatia "great" for seaside holidays
February 19 2008
Croatia is a "great" holiday destination for those who wish to spend time relaxing on the seaside, it has been reported.
Stones in his Pockets
February 19 2008
Next month Marie Jones' Stones in his Pockets is coming to Dubai to entertain holidaymakers and locals alike.
Veteran stars to wow tourists in Las Vegas
February 18 2008
Britons travelling to Las Vegas this year can look forward to watching two living legends perform at the world famous Caesars Palace.
Long-haul destinations 'offer guaranteed sunshine in spring'
February 15 2008
Holidaymakers looking to travel abroad over Easter have been advised that long-haul destinations can offer them guaranteed sunshine.
"Record year" for travel
February 15 2008
Travel bookings reached a record level in 2007 according to newly released statistics from one industry commentator.
"Book in advance" for family breaks in school hols
February 14 2008
Britons have been advised to book in plenty of time if they want to take overseas trips during the school holidays.
Paris and Rome 'popular city breaks'
February 14 2008
Rome and Paris are popular city breaks among those wanting to get away over Easter, it has been reported.
Tourists interested in Turkey
February 14 2008
British holidaymakers are becoming increasingly interested in property in areas like Turkey and Bulgaria.
European city breaks 'more popular than New York'
February 13 2008
Britons are more in favour of taking city breaks in Europe than jetting off to the Big Apple, it has been reported.
Brits should 'check their insurance' when driving in Portugal
February 13 2008
Britons taking holidays in Portugal have been advised to check the details of their insurance, should they choose to rent a hire car.
Couples favour Paris
February 12 2008
A new survey has revealed that Paris is still the global capital when it comes to love for Britons.<br/>
Brits "hope" for surprise breaks
February 12 2008
British romantics are hoping that their other halves will whisk them away for a romantic break this February.
Hand luggage restrictions relaxed
February 12 2008
Holidaymakers travelling through Gatwick Airport on connecting flights will now be able to travel with an extra piece of hand luggage, it has been revealed.
Holidaymakers advised: Give Greece a chance
February 11 2008
According to one commentator, 2008 is the year that holidaymakers should give Greece a chance.
Cultural city breaks 'popular' for families
February 8 2008
Parents are increasingly opting to immerse their children in culture on a city break rather than take them on a beach holiday, it has been claimed.<br/>
Italy 'lends itself to family holidays'
February 8 2008
Destinations in Italy are popular for family holidays, one commentator has reported.
Spain and Canada 'popular among Brits'
February 8 2008
Holidays in Spain and Canada are so popular among Britons that some people are choosing to relocate there permanently.
Grand Canyon is Wonder of Nature contender
February 7 2008
The Grand Canyon is a "likely contender" in the race to become a New Seventh Wonder of Nature, it has been revealed.
Grand Canyon is Wonder of Nature contender
February 7 2008
The Grand Canyon is a "likely contender" in the race to become a New Seventh Wonder of Nature, it has been revealed.
Holidaymakers 'can help reduce carbon footprint'
February 6 2008
Britons travelling on holiday can help to reduce their carbon footprint by even the smallest of actions, it has been reported.
Brits abroad 'stash cash' on their person
February 6 2008
Britons enjoying overseas holidays are keeping their valuables on themselves rather than in a safe, it has been reported.
Croatia is "very popular all over"
February 5 2008
The country of Croatia is a "very, very popular" tourist destination among Britons, one commentator has stated.
Romantics look to 'whisk lovers away'
February 5 2008
This February a number of Britons plan on whisking their loved ones away in order to propose to them in a special location, it has been reported.
"No need" for specialist operators
February 5 2008
There is not much need for specialist tour operators in terms of providing holidays for same-sex couples, it has been argued.
Tuscany attracts top-end tourists
February 4 2008
Tuscany in Italy is drawing in tourists for a variety of reasons, one property company has reported.
Carnival sweeps through Algarve
February 4 2008
Parties, fancy dress and much parading was the order of the day in Portugal's Algarve region at the weekend.
South Africa safaris 'popular among honeymooners'
February 1 2008
A safari in South Africa could be just the ticket for honeymooning couples in 2008, it has been suggested.
January is 'popular month' for booking honeymoons
February 1 2008
Honeymooners wishing to bag the best deals on their post nuptial holidays tend to book early on in the year, it has been reported.
