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Stay At Home To Go Away

Many of us are feeling the pinch as the credit crunch stretches on and on. For most of us this means doing without little luxuries like eating out, a night on the town and apparently going abroad on holiday. There are close to seven million people in the UK who have not left the region to go on holiday, it has been re...15:36 Mon 24th May 2010

Holiday Locations 'More Popular After Screen Exposure'

The popular media of the day influences the appeal of travel destinations and activities. In the past media such as literature, music and poetry have been a major element. A notable example is Ullswater in the Lake District where William Wordsworth penned the classic ‘Daffodils’. The visual arts have taken...15:36 Mon 24th May 2010

Britons Are Living For Their Holidays

With the credit crunch stretching on and on and the winters getting colder and colder, despite the government telling us we are going through Global Warming, life in the UK can sometimes seem a bit bleak. No wonder, then, that many of us are just counting the days until we have our two weeks in the sun. According to n...15:36 Mon 24th May 2010

Iceland 'Is Better Value Than Ever Before'

Travel insurance customers looking for a good-value holiday will find Iceland is more affordable than ever before, according to Lonely Planet. An editor at the popular travel guide said British holidaymakers heading to the country will get a good exchange rate for Icelandic krona. "That means that everything from...15:36 Mon 24th May 2010

‘Quirky Cruises' Becoming More Popular

This year could see a rise in the number of Brits taking out travel insurance for quirky cruises, if the comments of one group of sea-lovers are anything to go by. Cruise Critic claimed the variety of ship-based holidays available these days may surprise some people. The organisation notes that it is not just nudist c...15:36 Mon 24th May 2010

Ethical Travellers 'Should Ask Questions'

Although many of us regularly visit tried and tested holiday destination many of us want to see more exotic places. However, there can be a significant environmental impact and this raises concerns about whether tour companies should offer trips to these sorts of places. Some travel companies are now offering ethical ...15:36 Mon 24th May 2010

Travel insurance customers 'travelling further afield'

Although taking out travel insurance should be at the forefront of anyones mind before they go on their latest jaunt, it seems that many holidaymakers are choosing to only purchase travel insurance when they travel outside of the Euro Zone. "Brits are increasingly likely to take out travel insurance for destinati...15:36 Mon 24th May 2010

Holiday To US State Of Georgia Could Be Top Trip For Twitchers

Many of us simply want two weeks on the beach but some would like more interest on their annual holiday. Many travel companies are now looking at incorporating wildlife into their packages. One of the most popular is a bird watching holiday; although the UK has some amazing and varied birdlife some of us want to see mo...15:36 Mon 24th May 2010

Antibes 'Ideal' For Brits Wanting A Second Home

We have all been on that perfect getaway – the weather was superb, the beaches pristine, the kids hardly squabbled and you and your partner didn’t row once. What if you could repeat that experience every year, how great would that be For most of us a visit to a foreign country is usually a holiday or occa...15:36 Mon 24th May 2010

London Walks 'Offer Great Value For Money' For UK Holidaymakers

Sometimes we need a holiday with a difference. The old sun, sea and sand can get tiresome year in and year out. A new type of break has been highlighted recently and is just interesting enough to be worth a look. A UK holiday which includes the London Walks attraction has been recommended as offering good "value ...15:36 Mon 24th May 2010

Finder Of Secret Treasure In Scotland Could Bag £10,000

Although stereotypically seen as cold and wet Scotland can be a great place to go on holiday if you are not interested in the weather. It has a long and twisted history with many characters and intrigue. Now, it seems, there is an even more compelling reason to visit one of our closest neighbours – a £10,0...15:36 Mon 24th May 2010

Corsica Is A Great Destination All Year Round

Corsica is an island in the Mediterranean Sea. Corsica is one of the 26 regions of France. Although the island is much closer to Italy than to the French mainland, politically Corsica is part of Metropolitan France. It was once briefly an independent Corsican Republic, until being incorporated into France in 1769. Cor...15:36 Mon 24th May 2010

Fashion Fans Could Be Interested In Singapore Holiday

The Far East and particularly Singapore have long been known for its shopping opportunites. Mnay airlines stop over there on the way to the oceanic islands giving passengers a much needed break and the chance to get quality high street clothes at discount prices. One particularly famous shopping occasion held every ye...15:36 Mon 24th May 2010

UK Holidaymakers Attracted By ‘Enhanced’ Haven Camps

We all look forward to our two weeks away, for some that means lying on a beach sunning ourselves. However, for those of us with families something a bit more entertaining and economical is required. Staying in the UK for your holiday is becoming increasingly popular in the current financial climate and holiday camps a...15:36 Mon 24th May 2010

Holidaymakers Boosted By New Flights To France

Despite the jocular ribbing we give the country, France is a very popular holiday destination for many of us in the UK. Its closeness makes it an ideal place for a short trip but it is juts foreign enough to feel like we have really been away. There are many ways to get across the Channel you can fly, drive or take a ...15:36 Mon 24th May 2010

Australia Hosts The Next ‘Adrenaline Rush’ Activity

Although most of us just crave two weeks of relaxing in the sun many want more from their holiday. More and more people are taking up extreme sports as a way to unwind from the daily grind. Often these sports are part of so called adventure holidays at warm sunny destinations such as Australia. Now it seems there is a...15:36 Mon 24th May 2010

Romantic Holiday To Seychelles Could Be Filled With Pampering

Many couples seek a luxurious holiday away from the stresses and strains of everyday life. A bit of sun, sea and sand would not go amiss either. It seems that the perfect destination could be the Seychelles. These are an archipelago of islands in the Indian Ocean off the East coast of Africa. There are a total of 115 ...15:36 Mon 24th May 2010

Jordan 'Good For A Holy Holiday'

Most of us simply want two weeks in the sun when we take our annual holiday, however, many people would like more from their break. In some cases this is to see sites which are historically and religiously significant. Many find that this sort of travel reaffirms their faith and they return home with a renewed sense of...15:36 Mon 24th May 2010

China Is An Unusual Activity Holiday Destination

Although many of us are attracted to the Far East with its different languages and way of thinking, you wouldn’t immediately think of China as a place where you could go on an activity holiday. However, it seems a whole new area has opened up in the activity holiday trade for far eastern adventures. One of the m...15:36 Mon 24th May 2010

London 'Best European Bargain Holiday Destination'

According to a recent survey London is the best European bargain holiday destination. The capital tops a poll for its free attractions and public parks – 35 per cent of respondents name it as the best. The poll was conducted by an online travel site which makes recommendations based on customer reviews. Over 2,...15:36 Mon 24th May 2010