travel news - September 2008

travel news - September 2008

Balearics and Canaries are 'perfect' for half-term

September 30 2008

A relaxing beach holiday in the Canary Islands or the Balearics, is the perfect way to spend half-term, according to one travel expert.

Category: Beach holidays news

Travelling without insurance 'is crazy'

September 30 2008

Travelling abroad without insurance cover is "crazy", it has been claimed.<br/><br/>

Category: Travel news

Turkey is a holiday 'hotspot'

September 29 2008

Britons hoping to jet off to warmer climes this winter should look no further than Turkey, with the country recently overtaking Spain as Britain's top package holiday destination.

Category: Holidays news

Holidaymakers 'should plan in advance'

September 29 2008

The summer is barely over, but already holidaymakers are being urged to book their next break as soon as possible, in order to avail of the cheapest deals.

Category: Travel news

Brits 'search for winter sun'

September 26 2008

British holidaymakers are set to spend £8 billion on trips overseas this winter, a new study has revealed.<br/><br/>

Category: Beach holidays news

Holiday call charges set to 'fall'

September 25 2008

The cost of using a mobile phone on holiday could fall dramatically if new EU plans go ahead.<br/><br/>

Category: Holidays news

Holidaymakers plan 'autumn escape'

September 24 2008

Following the rainy summer, millions of holidaymakers are putting their economic woes to one side and preparing to make an autumn getaway, new research has revealed.

Category: Holidays news

'Save money' on holiday

September 24 2008

With the rising cost of living to contend with, saving money on holidays has never been so important and, according to one travel group, there are a number of steps holidaymakers can take to make the most of their hard-earned cash.

Category: Holidays news

Majorca promotes 'green transport'

September 23 2008

Britons travelling to Majorca this week may notice that the island's roads are less congested than usual, as local authorities work to promote green transport.<br/><br/>

Category: Beach holidays news

Foreign currency sales are 'still strong'

September 22 2008

It may be mid-September, but foreign currency sales are still looking strong, it has been revealed.<br/><br/>

Category: Holidays news

Winter holidays to Majorca 'on the increase'

September 22 2008

An increasing number of British holidaymakers are travelling to Majorca during the autumn and winter months, it has been claimed.<br/><br/><br/>

Category: Beach holidays news

Enjoy a 'free' day out in Florida

September 19 2008

From next year, holidaymakers celebrating their birthday in Florida will be able to enjoy a free day out at Walt Disney World.<br/><br/><br/>

Category: Holidays news

Holidaymakers urged to 'buy travel insurance'

September 19 2008

Failing to take out a travel insurance policy could lead to high medical bills and repatriation costs, British holidaymakers have been warned.

Category: Travel news

Half of Brits opt for 'package holidays'

September 18 2008

Millions of British holidaymakers still choose to make their bookings through tour operators, new research has revealed.

Category: Holidays news

Europe's 'greatest' water park opens in Tenerife

September 18 2008

Siam Park – described as Europe's "greatest" water kingdom has finally opened its doors in Tenerife.

Category: Beach holidays news

Tenerife capital 'could rival Paris'

September 17 2008

Tenerife's capital, Santa Cruz, is so beautiful that it could rival the likes of Madrid, Paris and Rome, according to the Tenerife News.

Category: Holidays news

Brits 'miss tea' while on holiday

September 16 2008

Forget about friends and pets, British holidaymakers have named tea as the thing they miss the most when abroad.

Category: Beach holidays news

Pollensa seafront becomes 'car-free zone'

September 16 2008

A large section of the seafront zone in the popular Majorca resort of Pollensa has been pedestrianised.<br/><br/>

Category: Beach holidays news

Denise soaks up the sun in Majorca

September 15 2008

Stunning television presenter Denise Van Outen has been soaking up the sunshine in Majorca this week.<br/><br/>

Category: Beach holidays news

Technology has 'changed' holidays

September 15 2008

Modern technology has changed the way in which people enjoy their holidays, it has been claimed.<br/><br/>

Category: Travel news

Travellers 'have trouble stashing cash'

September 12 2008

Millions of British holidaymakers could be putting themselves at risk by storing their cash in inappropriate places.<br/><br/>

Category: Holidays news

Wedding bells ring for couple in Majorca

September 11 2008

A British couple said their dreams came true when they tied the knot in Majorca last week.

Category: Holidays news

Brits opt for 'weddings in the sun'

September 11 2008

Tired of the unpredictable weather, more and more British couples are choosing to marry abroad, it has been claimed.

Category: Beach holidays news

'Sign up to newsletters' and save money

September 10 2008

Holidaymakers can save money on their flights and accommodation in Spain by signing up to email alerts and checking websites regularly, it has been claimed.<br/><br/>

Category: Holidays news

Tenerife 'gets a makeover'

September 10 2008

The island of Tenerife has received significant investment over the last year and is set to attract even more tourists over the coming months.<br/><br/>

Category: Beach holidays news

Brits prepared to 'spend big' on holidays

September 9 2008

British consumers are still prepared to spend large amounts on holidays, despite the credit crunch.

Category: Holidays news

Florida holidays 'on the increase'

September 8 2008

British holidaymakers are heading to America in their droves, in a bid to make the most of the weak dollar.

Category: Holidays news

Holiday bookings 'soar'

September 5 2008

Those who decided to brave the rain and holiday at home this year will not be making the same mistake twice.

Category: Beach holidays news

Brits 'tell holiday fibs'

September 5 2008

British holidaymakers enjoy "name-dropping" and regularly lie about the number of destinations they have visited, according to a new survey.

Category: Beach holidays news

Holidays are 'important'

September 4 2008

Despite the current economic climate, holidays are still seen as an important part of everyday life, new research has revealed.

Category: Holidays news

Cameras are a 'holiday must-have'

September 4 2008

A new poll has revealed the items that Brits cannot bear to holiday without.

Category: Holidays news

Portugal named as 'prime' golfing destination

September 3 2008

Portugal is a golfing paradise and a prime destination for those looking to take an activity holiday, it has been claimed.

Category: Beach holidays news

Top car hire tips

September 3 2008

Britons can make their holiday money stretch further by following a series of "top" car hire tips.

Category: Travel news

Brits 'dream of active holidays'

September 2 2008

Forget beach holidays and lounging around in the sun, Britons dream of climbing mountains and taking part in "extreme" sports, a new survey has revealed.

Category: Holidays news

Families could save 'thousands' by booking early

September 1 2008

Consumers could save thousands of pounds by booking their holidays in advance, a new survey has revealed.

Category: Beach holidays news

Spain is 'top car hire destination'

September 1 2008

Holidaymakers in Spain are the safest drivers in the world, according to new research.<br/><br/>

Category: Beach holidays news