TRAVEL NEWS - JULY 2007

July 31 2007

Dominican jazz fest

The Dominican Republic is perhaps one of the Caribbean's most spectacular islands and is known for its tropical climate, but things may be heating up for different reasons as music lovers descend upon the country in October.

July 31 2007

Mexico celebrates independence

Brits hoping to escape the dismal weather in the UK and extend their summer holidays by jetting off to the sunnier climes of Mexico in September are surely likely to be delighted to know that the month is jam-packed with exciting entertainment.

July 30 2007

Brits brag about holiday fun

Brits are spending more money on holiday so they can brag to their friends and family about their experiences, new research has found.

July 30 2007

Action-packed Virginia

Racing fans will be heading to the Richmond International Raceway in Virginia on September 8th, as the track sees competitors in the National Association for Stock Car Auto Racing (Nascar) Nextel tour battle it out to be crowned winner of the event and po

July 30 2007

Johannesburg jazz

Jazz-lovers should head off to the South African city of Johannesburg at the end of August to sample the musical delights of the Standard Bank Joy of Jazz festival.

July 27 2007

ABTA: Book early for Christmas

For those wanting to escape the UK this winter and head off to a foreign destination, the Association of British Travel Agents (Abta) has advised holidaymakers to book early.

July 27 2007

Schedule a date for Morocco

Delicious dates are the focus of an annual food festival in Morocco this October.

July 26 2007

Britons 'look to escape winter cold'

During the Christmas period, Britons are eager to escape the UK winter and jet off to sunnier climes, one expert has suggested.

July 26 2007

Holidaymakers advised to take out travel insurance

Brits are being urged to make sure they have taken out travel insurance to cover their summer holidays this year.

July 26 2007

Hong Kong food exposition

In China, August sees food lovers frequenting a culinary exhibition in Hong Kong.

July 25 2007

Holidaymakers 'should head west'

British holidaymakers have been advised by Thomas Cook that now is the best time to visit America and the Caribbean.

July 25 2007

Holiday websites 'are cheaper'

Holiday websites are convenient for consumers and have the "best technology in the business", an industry expert has claimed.

July 25 2007

Turkey tees-off for tourism

Turkey is to focus on attracting golfing tourists to the region after last year saw a decline in the number of sportsmen visiting the region to hone their skills.

July 24 2007

Holidays influenced by celebs

Brit holidaymakers obsessed with celebrity culture are choosing their holiday destinations based on locations chosen by the stars, according to lastminute.com.

July 24 2007

Egyptian folklore

Arabic folklore and traditions will be rife this August in Egypt, as visitors get a taste for the exotic.

July 23 2007

Malta Air show

Aircraft performing head-spinning stunts and death-defying displays will be visible over Maltese skies this September, promising an entertaining day for all the family.

July 23 2007

Diving in Tunisia

Water babies visiting the African nation of Tunisia will no doubt be looking to experience the clear blue seas along the coast of the country and will be delighted to learn the Coralis Diving Festival will take place in September.

July 20 2007

Brits pack work into suitcases

Millions of Brits are taking their work away with them on holiday, a study has found.

July 20 2007

Brit exodus

For those lucky enough to be embarking on their holidays this weekend, they will be part of a mass exodus of Brits who are looking for warmer climes, according to the Association of British Travel Agents (Abta).

July 20 2007

Spanish fiesta

Malaga will host its biggest annual party next month for partygoers and locals looking for a fun fiesta, Whatsonwhen notes.

July 19 2007

Kenyan ballet extravaganza

If visitors to Kenya fancy a refined form of entertainment after a day of safari and breath-taking scenery, then the Royal Ballet will pander to their needs by providing two spectacular performances in August.

July 19 2007

Latin fever in Florida

Hollywood Beach in Florida will be the place to practice your sultry salsa steps and rumba rhythms on August 16th as the 14th annual Latin festival turns up the heat.

July 18 2007

Brits 'need' holidays

It has been suggested by experts that holidays are necessary for relaxation and playtime.

July 18 2007

Brits head further away from home

British holidaymakers are heading further away from home to experience exotic and far-flung destinations around the world, lastminute.com has found.

July 18 2007

Holidaymakers can avoid 'flightmares'

Brits seeking sunnier climes this summer are advised by an expert from Moneyfacts to check they have the right travel insurance policy to avoid so-called "flightmares".

July 17 2007

Med is top for holiday homes

The Mediterranean is the top destinations for Brits buying holiday homes, according to Holidaylettings.co.uk.

July 17 2007

Runners flock to Lisbon

Lisbon, the capital of Portugal, will host its biannual half-marathon on September 16th.

July 16 2007

Turkey rocks

Turkey hosts its annual Rock 'n Coke Music Festival from August 31st until September 2nd with headliners the Smashing Pumpkins.

July 16 2007

Festival season in Cyprus

Cyprus is a hive of activity in August with a month of village festivals taking place in the country.

July 13 2007

Expert: Brits seek summer sun

Britons are rushing to escape the miserable UK weather and head to sunnier climes, one expert has claimed.

July 13 2007

Holidays abroad are 'cheaper'

Holidays in the UK are too expensive, a survey by the insurance company More Than has found.

July 13 2007

Couples hoax honeymoons for upgrades

Holidaymakers looking for a luxury getaway for less, are prepared to hoax a honeymoon in the hope of gaining free upgrades, according to research conducted by travelsupermarket.com.

July 13 2007

Art savvy South Africa

Any discernible fashion-follower should enjoy time away in South Africa this summer, as the country offers the best of Africa's fashion and arts.

July 12 2007

Ice open for beautiful Beijing

Winter promises to be a beautiful occasion for visitors to Longqing Gorge in China, where a collection of some of the world's most skilled ice sculptors set to work turning frozen water into frosted works of art.

July 11 2007

Beer and wine flow in Malta

Malta will host two annual drinking festivals this summer.

July 10 2007

Blood Brothers will close Venice festival

Tourists visiting northern Italy in early September will be in receipt of a visual spectacle as the 64th annual Venice Film Festival will close with a showing of Alexi Tan's first feature film, Blood Brothers.

July 10 2007

Exotic locations provide honeymoon heaven

Research performed by Confetti, the wedding specialist, has found that honeymoons are no longer the most expensive part of a wedding, even though romantic destinations are becoming more exotic.

July 9 2007

Florida to host The Police

The Police are to play two gigs in Florida this week as part of the North American leg of their 2007 world tour.

July 9 2007

CowParade visits Istanbul

A parade of cows will join holidaymakers visiting Istanbul in August, as the world's biggest public art event hits Turkey for the first time.

July 9 2007

Golfers will enjoy Moorish Algarve

Keen golfers holidaying in Portugal this July will be in for a treat as the Ladies Open de Portugal began yesterday.

July 6 2007

Donkey racing in Croatia

July 6 2007

All the drama of Ancient Greece

July 5 2007

Get festive in Majorca

July 5 2007

See medieval Rhodes at night

July 4 2007

Rock out in Istanbul

July 4 2007

Beautiful music in Tunisia

El Jem Coliseum in Thysdrus is again the venue for the renowned international symphonic festival in July and August this year.

July 3 2007

Feathery family fun in Florida

Florida is well-known as a popular family holiday destination, with it being the home of some of Disney's best-loved characters.

July 3 2007

Dubrovnik gears up for cultural celebration

Croatia's biggest cultural event is set to kick off for the 58th time on July 10th.

July 2 2007

Greek sun served on the rocks

With large parts of the UK subject to unseasonably cold and rainy weather this summer, the time might be perfect to arrange a last minute holiday to somewhere sunnier.

July 2 2007

A touch of Tuscan sun

Visitors to Tuscany in August will be able to enjoy a slice of Italian lifestyle during the yearly Tuscan Sun Festival.