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Ideal Family Holiday Destination - Cala En Porter Menorca If you're looking for an ideal family holiday, where everything is walking distance and you don't need a car - Cala en Porter in Menorca could fit the bill. 2009 Ski Holidays - Revelstoke Canada Thinking about a ski holiday now winter is nearly upon us? Whether you're based in North America or Europe, Revelstoke in Canada's British Columbia could prove to be a great ski holiday destination. 2 Wheel Holidays In Majorca For many tourists gone are the days when a beach, a bar and the sun was enough to keep them happy. Cycling holidays for example are now popular, and a great way to see somewhere like Majorca. Considering A Menorca Holiday? Out Of Season Can Be Best If you're considering a holiday in Menorca, a trip out of season sees the island peaceful and at her best. Last Minute Holiday Savings Is So Last Year The travel world is changing - up until recently the best way to get a good deal for a holiday was to book late and pick up a bargain. But with travel companies wanting revenue now, deep discounts are being offered to those who book next year's holiday early. British Clouds Brighten Menorca A number of world events have conspired to make this year not a particularly good one for the Mediterranean holiday island of Menorca, a favourite holidays destination for many European families The top reason for a drop in visitors is currencies - Menorca like the rest of Spain is part of the Eurozone, while the UK where most of Menorca's visitors are based has maintained her own currency - sterling - and the Euro has gained strength in the last 12 months, making Menorca holidays some ten per cent more expensive this year than last Major Improvements for Los Cristianos in Tenerife Seven major islands comprise the Canary Islands. One minor island and several islets add to the appeal of the area. Los Cristianos has undergone several renovations and improvements to increase its appeal to tourists. The 2009 Ski Season is Just Around the Corner Winter is nearly here and skiers and winter-sports enthusiasts around the globe ramp up for the upcoming ski season. The 2009 ski season is expected to be busier than the 2008 season, despite economic worries. Ski resorts around the world offer discount ski packages for large groups and families. Scanadnavians Love Lanzarote Winter Holidays Scandanavians are increasingly leaving their harsh winters behind for a sunshine break...and Lanzarote is increasingly their destination of choice for a winter holiday. Malta Tourist Numbers Beat 2008 Meltdown With holiday companies going bust and the economy slowing down, Malta has surprised many by increase the number of holidaymakers who have visited in 2008. Ski Resorts Race to Open First Resort owners and their marketing teams have created a bit of competition among the world's ski resorts. The first competition of the year is quickly becoming one to see who is ready to open first. Which North American ski resort was the first to open for the 2008-2009 ski season? Canary Islands: A Premier Winter Holiday Destination For 2009 It's gloom and doom in Europe as the economies of the leading countries - the UK and Germany - falter, and warnings abound of two more years of austerity. But many people are throwing caution to the wind and booking winter holidays in two of Europe's favourite holiday islands. Shame Of The British Tourist British holidaymakers are getting quite a reputation in Europe for drunken and violent behaviour. This summer two women tried to open a plane door at 30,000 feet to get some fresh air... Spain is Scotland's Favorite Vacation Destination Spain has a lot to offer a vacationer. Scottish tourists, in particular, love spending their vacations in Spain. But when they can't get to Madrid or Barcelona, some are happy to stay close to home. More Expensive Vacations in France A recent study by the Post Office has revealed that France is the most expensive vacation destination of the Big Four in seven out of eleven categories. For years, France has been promoted as very luxurious and romantic. Sidewalk cafes add to the overall romantic feel the city provides. Monte Carlo - Past And Present Monte Carlo is a magnet for tourists, and is one of the few towns on the French Riveria that has managed to retain class while welcoming new trends. The Economy May Be Sluggish, but Tenerife Isn't Slowing Down Tenerife reported surprising numbers of tourists from the first part of its tourism season. Despite the Spanish economy being poised on the edge of recession, vacationers are choosing to visit the idyllic island for a variety of reasons. Majorca Jewel Loses Shine For years Majorca has been the jewel in the crown of Spanish tourism - successfully attracting Europeans, especially from Germany and the UK, but also further afield in recent years as Americans, Canadians, Russians and Australians have discovered for themselves that a holiday in Majorca isn't just plenty of sunshine and good beaches Tenerife Spends To Gain Tourists Times are hard for tourist resorts in Europe as holiday spending is cut back - Tenerife is investing to get the tourists to the island. Spanish Holidays Losing Ground to Turkey Turkey is gaining ground as a favorite holiday destination for Brits. Some low-cost airlines have been working with travel agents to help increase their own business as well as retaining the agent's client base. British Tourists - Spend, Spend, Spend! Who would have thought that the British economy could be in trouble? The British love their holidays, and it's one of the last things to be cut it seems... Making the Move to Menorca Millions of people per year go to the Balearic Island of Menorca to relax, unwind and get away from it all. But why are so many people now buying property in Menorca? British Travel Agents In Gran Canaria For October The 2008 Association of British Travel Agents (ABTA) Conference will be held in October in the Canary Islands - more specifically, Gran Canaria. This year's theme is 'Innovation'. Attendance for the 2008 ABTA Conference is expected to nearly double that of last year. UK Babes Love To Holiday UK babies have never had it so good - over a quarter have been on an overseas holiday by six months old. Parents are using their maternity leave to get cheap off peak holiday deals... Breakthrough in Travel Safety For Faraway Tourists Natural disasters thousands of miles from home can have an immediate impact if you know someone holidaying in the area. The British government has come up with a scheme that will help next time there's a major earthquake, Tsunami or other disaster. Popular Year Round Vacation Destinations for Water Sports It's not just the sun that attracts holidaymakers to the beaches of Europe - having fun in the Mediterranean is enjoyed by millions of tourists each year. Economy Vacations At Do It Yourself Hotels Economy vacation seems like a contradiction in terms. It's hard to believe that a foreign holiday might be possible on a tight budget. Yet travelers have been finding ways to have their cake and it too. Mallorca Tourist Numbers Doing Well For Summer 2008 In times of an economic downturn that affects the holidays industry, it's worth remembering which destinations are likely to not just maintain their appeal but be able to invest for the future too. Keep Your Mind on Road Safety When Driving Abroad Vacationers traveling to foreign countries often encounter challenges on the road. When driving in a country where traffic drives on the opposite side of the street, remembering to do everything in reverse can be difficult. Whether you're a Brit visiting Spain or an American exploring England, keep traffic laws in the front of your mind to avoid foreign driving accidents. New Landmark For Monaco Paris has the Eiffel Tower, and it has become an instantly recognisable symbol of the French capital - send a postcard from Paris with the Eiffel Tower on the front and the recepient will know where you have been visiting before even reading the card And now Monaco, the second smallest country in the world, which borders France, is hoping to build a landmark which will become as recognisable the world over in the same way the French icon is The Dolomites: Italy's Ski Destination The Dolomites are a section of the Alps, located in north-eastern Italy. While in the summer and autumn months, the Dolomites are primarily used for mountain climbing, hiking and base jumping, in the winter the situation changes. In the winter, the Dolomites are a Mecca for international skiing, bringing hundreds of thousands of guests to the country. Tenerife Looks To The Future With New Tourist Infrastructure The travel industry is in trouble as the European and US economies falter - but new hotels are going up in Tenerife ready for when the tide turns. Spanish Diversity Keeps The Tourists Coming Back The Spanish mainland and her islands have enough diversity to keep attracting tourists year after year, helpin maintain the country's number one tourist position. Spain Boasts More Than 15 Million Tourists in the First Half of 2008 According to a recent study, Spain has seen a 3.3 percent growth in tourism during the first six months of 2008. Poor economic conditions worldwide do not seem to be taking a toll on tourism. Millions of people are simply planning their vacations to better accommodate a strained economy. To the well-seasoned traveler, this simply presents an exercise in planning and budgeting. Travel Agents In The World Of Technology Travel agents have had to adapt fast to an ever changing holidays market - and those that have can provide holiday details to almost any destination in the world. Majorca In August - Be Prepared! The peak month for holidays in Majorca, the most popular island destination in Europe for holidays, is August. There's plenty to do, and planning ahead can make a peak month holiday less stressful. Motorsports Raises Holiday Island Profile Menorca is a peaceful holiday island, accustomed to families on villa holidays and pensioners seeking peace and quiet. But the world of F1 has shaken the island up - and it's been welcomed. Traditional Hotspots or New Sights Traditionally, British families tend to prefer making holiday plans that include visits to the Canary Islands or the Balearic Islands. Young adults making their own holiday plans this year without the accompaniment of their families are looking toward the Costa del Sol, Tenerife and Majorca. Strikes In Spain Hit Holiday Resorts Strikes in Spain over the rising cost of fuel has hit the country's holiday resorts - but many tourists booked their trips months before they knew of industrial action. Families Will Not Forsake Holiday Time At Top Destinations A recent survey by the Cooperative Bank reveals extensive summer holiday plans despite poor economic conditions. British families are planning summertime family holidays with their financial budget in mind. More importantly, they are planning their holiday with the family in mind. Travel Agents Adapt To Stay In Business New technology means tourists today have a better choice than ever of where to go in the world - and who with. Which means the travel industry has to be constantly evolving to meet today's tourists expectations. Tias Lanzarote: A Hub for Tourism The primary hub of tourism on Lanzarote, Puerto del Carmen, is in the Tias municipality. Tias resorts are some of the largest and oldest on the island. Resorts and Towns on Tenerife Tenerife is the largest of the Canary Islands. Variety is abundant on Tenerife. Accommodations on the island are as varied as the visitors it attracts. First Surcharges For 20 Years Hit British Tourists In the eighties holiday companies would often meet increased costs by adding a surcharge to their brochure prices. With aviation fuel and oil prices at record highs, the surcharge is making its way back... The Decline of the British Pound Limits Travel for Holidaymakers British tourists are having to re-think how many holidays they can take overseas in a year, as the British pound hits an all time low against the Euro. Summer Holidays 2008 Costing More Earlier this year the predictions for the travel industry's 2008 fortunes included that holiday prices would rise steeply. And the predictions have been right... Tourists Ignoring Financial Worries There's warnings of a recession in both the US and Europe, and money experts are advising people to save for a rainy day. But for the British it's a sunshine holiday they want - and forget the rainy day! Budget Skiing and Vacation Packages It's a sad time for skiiers - it's summertime! But they can cheer themselves up thinking of all the great ski destinations they can visit for the 2008/9 season in the US and Europe! Malta Holidays Change Marketing Strategies Malta has been promoting itself as a holiday island for some years, but is taking new marketing initiatives to reach an audience that might not have considered a holiday in Malta before. Ashes To Ashes - Heating The Tourist Dollar Looking for something different in your holiday this year - some fun, a touch of danger, and education for the kids all in one? Head for a volcano! Holidays in Malta - The Reasons Why Considering a holiday in Malta instead of Spain or Florida? There's good reasons to think that Malta could be just as good... 2008 Holidays Are Still Packaged Up The new age for travel is well and truly here, and anyone with internet access can book their own holiday. But the traditional package holiday is still going strong, even in 2008. Early Easter Means Early Travel Easter came early this year, and good numbers of tourists have helped calm an uncertain travel market with the economy slowing down. Cruising - Luxury Gigayacht Announced Cruising is increasingly popular around the Caribbean and Mediterranean - but for the ultra rich nothing beats a new yacht built in Monaco that can cruise the world in comfort. 2008 Holidays Not Hit By Economy - Yet Confidence in the economy is low in most European countries, and with oil prices high and property prices slipping, the holidays market is so far remarkably resilient to a turndown. Monetary Conversions of No Concern to Spanish Tourism Spanish tourism officials anticipate a rise in British tourists in spite of the pound doing poorly against the euro. Parts of Spain, including the Balearic Islands have been popular tourist destinations for decades. This isn't expected to falter any time soon. Ski Holiday Prices On A Hike The 2008 ski season is over, and research shows a steep rise in the cost of a typical ski holiday, and 2009 could see higher prices again. Irish give Spring Break Trade A Bounce With an economic downturn in both Europe and the U.S., and sterling and the dollar weak against the Euro, the European holidays market has an anxious year ahead. But high numbers of Irish tourists over Easter has helped boost confidence. Apres-Ski USA 2008 The ski season's finished - but what happens to the popular winter holiday destinations when the snow melts away? Travel Safety and Security The holiday season is upon us - and as millions of tourists prepare for their hard earned summer holidays, criminal gangs prepare for rich pickings from those who relax just a little too much... Spain Goes Year Round For 2008 Spain is known as a great destination for a traditional summer holiday - but out of season is becoming increasingly attractive and helping boost tourist numbers. Star Studded Holiday Resorts Celebrities are often in the press visiting their favourrite holiday destinations, and if you're undecided about where to take a summer holiday this year, looking at where the celebrities holiday could give you some ideas. Speeding Skiers Face Jail Time Advanced ski equipment allowing skiers more speed and a more carefree attitude has led to more accidents - including deaths - on the ski slopes in both Northern America and Europe. Some U.S. resorts are going to take speeding skiers to court... Scottish Tourists Boost Euro 2008 Holidays The European travel trade has got off to a brisk start for the first quarter of 2008, with Scots escaping their chilly winter for warmer climes in record numbers. Holiday Mix Is Changing For 2008 In a fast moving world new travel companies have appeared on-line while traditional ones have developed a new side to their business. But just as the way people book is changing, so is the number of holidays they take diversifying too. Internet Shakes Up The Travel Market Traditional travel agents are in decline as more and more people book their own holidays - and with the internet providing all the details a travel agent can, the internet's share of the holiday market goes from strength to strength. Top 5 Holiday Destinations for the United Kingdom The British have been booking their summer holidays in earnest, and favourite destinations include Florida and the Canary Islands. Resorts Vs. Snowboarding: A Conflict of Interest? Snowboarding is banned by some ski resorts as simply too dangerous to mix with families skiing - but some US resorts are relenting and allowing the snowboarders equal access. Holiday Bookings for 2008 From Ireland to Overseas Destinations After a wash out summer Irish holidaymakers are planning their 2008 trips early, and many are choosing off the beaten track locations. When East Goes South East Midlands airport's recent reports confirm that the rush for winter holidays and booking summer holidays early isn't confined to one area of the UK, and East Midlanders are flying south to get some winter sunshine! Flying Start For 2008 Holidays The travel industry has got off to a flying start for 2008, with some on-line travel companies reporting a near 20 per cent rise compared to 2007. 2008 Holiday Prices Go Up Predictions for 2008 include that holiday prices will rise steeply, and the travel companies say higher priced oil and aviation fuel is to blame. Travel analysts say it's because holiday companies have merged and putting less holidays up for sale compared to recent years. Hotel Chain Expands to Spain Travelodge in the UK has operated a successful business model, and is now expanding to Spain. 2008 Ski Holidays Price Rocket Ski holidays for the 2008 skiing season are the most expensive ever. Given that 2007 was a poor year it's come as a surprise to some travel analysts.. Another Airline Joins 2008 Fight For Malta's Skies The battle for Malta's tourist was fierce in 2007, and a newcomer to the market is helping to ensure 2008 air fares will stay low. Ski Holidays Look Cool For 2008 The ski season is upon us, and some resorts are already booked out for the 2007/8 season. Despite early snow falls, the resorts are taking no chances and have invested heavily to make sure 2008 ski holidays are the best ever. More Brits Head to the Slopes For 2008 Winter Skiing With over a million ski holidays taken by the British this year, the new 2007/8 season looks a promising one with early snow in ski destinations like Austria and Andorra. Online Booking Changing the Way People Travel Holidays and business trips have gone through a revolution in recent years, extending consumer choice and bringing down prices. Self-Catering Holidays: The Hottest Way to Travel In today's world of booking a holiday on the internet, self catering holidays have really come into their own, with photos and even videos showing off villas and apartments that could be home for a week or two. When You're a Tourist, Mind Your Manners Tourism is vital to many economies, but sometimes it comes at a price... Monaco Opens New Shipyard for Yacht Tourists Monaco is a fvaourite vacation spot for the rich - and now the country has a new facility for their yachts. Their favourite destination has a new shipyard specially designed for their superyachts. Terrorism Threats and Tourism Concerns Three failed car bombs in the UK have hit travel enquiries, and they could drop overall bookings for this summer. Malta Air Show 2007 The Maltese 2007 International Malta Air Show is set for the weekend of September 22 and 23 this year. Some Malta residents have expressed worries at noise levels and public safety...