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Romania Holiday Guide and Tips

Despite the fact that the capital city, Bucharest has been known for divided opinions among locals and tourists about the country’s history, Romania is rapidly regaining its identity as a popular tourist destination and has plenty to offer its visitors. Attractions in Romania: The country has many charms, such ...16:36 Mon 24th May 2010

A Guide to a Holiday in Alaska

Whether you’re looking for adventure holiday packages or a relaxing get away, Alaska has a variety of attractions and events available for you. Things to do in Alaska: The wide variety of activities available for those heading to Alaska this spring range from Alaskan cruises where you can go fishing, walk in ...16:36 Mon 24th May 2010

A City Guide to London

London has been described as being the best European bargain holiday destination. So whether you want museums, shops, restaurants, theatres, nightlife, tourist sites or all of the above; London is the place that has that has it all. Fast paced, lively and with plenty going on to amuse and entertain visitors all year ro...16:36 Mon 24th May 2010

A Travel Guide to Lithuania

A holiday to Lithuania could include a visit to one of the country's most important music events, as well as offering natural treasures such as fantastic forests, luscious lakes and amazing architecture. Introducing Lithuania: Rebellious, quirky and vibrant, clearly Lithuania has much to offer. The capital city, Viln...16:36 Mon 24th May 2010

Is Florida more than just a Theme Park

Whatever your interests, from music to archaeology and thrill rides to outer space, Florida has something for everyone. If you want to lounge around and enjoy the beautiful surroundings on one of the many unspoilt beaches, or be more adventurous and take a safari or visit one of the world famous theme parks Florida the...16:36 Mon 24th May 2010

Experience a Holiday in Iceland

Iceland has many attractions to offer its visitors from Glacier treks, witnessing the magnificent Northern Lights to viewing some of the most amazing sea life while enjoying the vast Icelandic waters. Why should you go to Iceland The landscape of Iceland is one of the most exotic on earth, with both glaciers and vol...16:36 Mon 24th May 2010

A Guide to a Holiday in Dundee

Vibrant, breathtaking cosmopolitan holiday destination, Dundee is renowned for being a city of discovery. It has much to offer its visitors from its vast number of attractions to its fast developing entertainment sector, providing an ideal city break getaway. Visiting Dundee: The city of Dundee is recognised for bein...16:36 Mon 24th May 2010

Poland Travel Guide Tips

A bargain holiday to Poland could be the perfect answer to the credit crunch for those on a budget this year. If you’re looking for culture, history or somewhere to relax and enjoy the tranquil surroundings, then consider the following. Why choose Poland While Warsaw, the capital offers great quality and value...16:36 Mon 24th May 2010

UK Holidaymakers Make Easy Prey

We all deserve a break every now and then and many of us look forward to our holidays for months. However, the best planned vacation can be ruined when you are robbed. It seems this is a big problem for us, as British people on holiday lost out to the tune of £200 million through holiday thefts last year, a trav...16:36 Mon 24th May 2010

Budget Airlines Forced To Payout For Delays

We all look forward to our yearly break and do not want anything to go wrong. However, when the flight to or from our destination is delayed or even cancelled this can ruin anyone’s holiday. Particularly bad, it seems, are the so called budget airlines who offer cheaper prices for less frills. In recent news bud...16:36 Mon 24th May 2010

UK Swaps Skis For Sailing On the High Seas

The cruise has officially usurped the skiing holiday's place in the affections of the UK, with more people sailing into the sunset this winter than heading to the piste. With more people wanting to have more control over their holidays a cruise is ideal; you can wear what you want, eat when you want (and with whom you ...16:36 Mon 24th May 2010

Snowboarding Safer Than Skiing

Many of us look forward to our two week holiday every year and for some that is to hit the slopes. For most that is skiing but should we be looking to do more snowboarding Implausibly, travel insurance companies have announced they have discovered that skiing is actually more dangerous than snowboarding. Recent trav...16:36 Mon 24th May 2010

Winter Olympics Inspires Skiers

The Winter Olympics occurs every four years and the sporting event is inspiring skiers across the country to don their thermals and head for the slopes. The games are awaited with great anticipation by many even those of us who do not indulge in any winter sports ourselves. The games brings the nation together behind ...16:36 Mon 24th May 2010

Love Is Free But Make Sure Your Insurance Is Up To Date

Britons may be willing to splash out on romance for Valentine’s Day, but being British their wooing all too often ends in tears, home insurance companies have claimed. They should know - home insurance firms are the ones left paying for our ham-fisted attempts at the delicate art of seduction. Diamond engagemen...16:36 Mon 24th May 2010

Romantic Brits Plan Trips Abroad To Propose

Many women find the idea of a proposal at the top of the Eifel tower or on a sunny Barcelona beach the peak of romantic love. And many men agree that they would like to get engaged in a foreign city rather than in the UK. This is all lovely but what if you lose the ring Travel insurance may be more pragmatic than roma...16:36 Mon 24th May 2010

Consumer Watchdog Gives Rights Warning

Many of us spend all year dreaming of those two precious weeks away and most of us will have no problems apart from a few hangovers and some dodgy meals. However, there are a significant number of holiday makers who's time away does not go according to plan and we should be more clued up as to what to do when things go...16:36 Mon 24th May 2010

Foreign Office (FO) Warns Badly Behaved Brits Not To Expect Jail Aid

Many of us have been tempted by the excess on holiday and have risked trouble by having a few too many to drink. It seems, however, that we should think before we get ourselves into trouble as we may not get the help we expect. The Foreign Office (FO) has warned boozy and badly behaved Britons not to expect British Em...16:36 Mon 24th May 2010

Drunken Holiday Makers Should Foot The Bill For Consulate Care

With the rise of cheap flights there has been a massive increase in the number of people travelling from the UK to European cities for weekend breaks. Stag and hen dos are a fashionable reason for travelling and can make the experience of your last ‘fling’ as a singleton extra special. Places such as Barcel...16:36 Mon 24th May 2010

School Holiday Breaks Can Cost Up To Two Thirds More

We all look forward to our annual two weeks away with the family. However, many of us rankle at the thought that we are penalised on price because we have children of school age and have to take our breaks during the school holidays. It seems we are right to be annoyed by the price hike. Family holidays taken while sc...16:36 Mon 24th May 2010

Holidaymakers Warned About Hire Car Dangers

Tourists have been warned to carefully inspect any hire cars they may take abroad while on holiday. New research has warned of the hidden charges, death-trap defects and insurance rip-offs waiting to ensnare the unwary traveller. Threadbare tyres, worn brake pads, barely road worthy vehicles with 200,000 km on the cl...16:36 Mon 24th May 2010