TRAVEL NEWS - OCTOBER 2007
October 31 2007
Fun in the sun
Golf fans who fancy spending some warm days in the southern hemisphere can enjoy seeing some top players in action in the Nedbank Golf challenge at Sun City in South Africa.<br/>
Category: Holidays news
October 31 2007
Runners mighty with Aphrodite
Those who feel pretty fit can enjoy something different from the normal sunshine-filled leisurely breaks that most would enjoy on a visit to Cyprus, when the Cypriot half marathon takes place on November 25th 2007.<br/>
Category: Miscellaneous News
October 30 2007
Alarme-ingly good
Visitors to Malta in December will not just be able to enjoy some Mediterranean sunshine but also enjoy a historic re-enactment of a key moment in the island nation's history.<br/>
Category: Holidays news
October 30 2007
A glass more than half full
One might have thought December would have enough about St Nicholas in his role as Santa Claus, with all the modern ideas of reindeers and presents, but, unknown to many, he is also the patron saint of glassblowers.<br/>
Category: Holidays news
October 29 2007
Testing times in Sri Lanka
Cricket fans have a second chance to see the England team touring the beautiful island of Sri Lanka this year when the two sides meet for a series of three Test matches in December 2007.<br/>
Category: Miscellaneous News
October 29 2007
Have a revolutionary trip
Those who visit Mexico may like to enjoy the sunshine and the beaches, but taking a trip to Mexico City on November 20th is a great way to connect with the history and culture of the country.<br/>
Category: Country news
October 26 2007
'Must-see' Podgorica is good for travel
Montenegro's Podgorica has been revealed as one of the best places to visit next year by the Lonely Planet franchise.
Category: Holidays news
October 26 2007
Half-term holiday boom reported
A high number of families went through one airport at the weekend as they looked to take their long-awaited holidays in time for half-term, BAA Gatwick has said.
Category: Travel news
October 25 2007
More people marry abroad
A greater number of Britons are choosing to leave the UK when its comes to that special day and they tie the knot, it has been revealed.
Category: Honeymoon holidays news
October 25 2007
Gatwick boosts travel centre
People looking to fly from one of the many great destinations that Gatwick has to offer could find the experience easier from now on.
Category: Travel news
October 24 2007
Bonanza! It's Tenerife!
This January and february, when good old Blighty is at its most gloomy and depressing, things are not so elsewhere in Europe, with fun and frolics to be found.
Category: Holidays news
October 24 2007
Mobile phones 'may affect cabin experience'
The advent of mobile phone usage on flights may disturb the once tranquil environment offered in cabins, it is claimed.
Category: Miscellaneous News
October 23 2007
Cairo - a pharaoh way to go
Brits have been advised that Cairo is the place to be if they want to soak up some of the rich and vibrant history available there.
Category: Holidays news
October 23 2007
Where to Goa for Christmas..?
Many people think about snow-covered grounds, with a white wonderland at their doorstep and crisp, fresh powder for sledging at Christmas.
Category: Holidays news
October 22 2007
Christmas without the cold
Holidaymakers heading to Florida in December will be able to see exactly how to celebrate Christmas without snow or cold weather.
Category: Holidays news
October 22 2007
Dubai gets sporty
Fans still smarting from England's World Cup final defeat to South Africa will be able to get back onto the international rugby rollercoaster with a trip to Dubai at the end of November.
Category: Holidays news
October 19 2007
Happy hobby holiday
Some of us just get bored sitting about on a beach, watching the tide roll in, roll out and roll back in again.
Category: Holidays news
October 19 2007
New Dubai hotel to open
Dubai, a land famed for its lavish and spectacular architecture and hotels, is to have one more addition when Festival City opens next month.
Category: Hotel news
October 18 2007
Kids 'bored of in-car games'
The days of entertaining youngsters in the back of a car with a well-placed bout of I-spy have long since passed, research has shown.
Category: Travel news
October 18 2007
Maldives mash up
People visiting the Maldives in November will find that they have more to enjoy than the usual sumptuous sights and sounds of the islands.
Category: Country news
October 17 2007
Better long-haul flights lauded
Broader options on destination and airline have improved opportunities to travel to long-haul destinations, an expert has said.
Category: Travel news
October 17 2007
Have a whale (shark) of a time!
The season for whale shark diving in Kenya starts in February so it's time to start planning that trip.
Category: Country news
October 16 2007
Brits 'shy of tasting foreign food'
Despite enjoying the sun, sea and sand to be found outside the UK, it seems that Britons are still fighting shy when it comes to local grub.
Category: Holidays news
October 16 2007
Overseas Christmas shopping 'all the rage'
The spectre of trudging around in the snow over Christmas, struggling to find the perfect gifts despite mile-long queues is driving more Britons overseas, it has been suggested.
Category: Holidays news
October 15 2007
Travellers 'prefer the lap of luxury'
Long-haul travellers prefer to get to their destinations in comfort than by saving money on cheaper flights, it has been claimed.
Category: Travel news
October 15 2007
Dubai transport system on route to completion
Authorities in Dubai have announced that the new Green Line transportation system is now 11 per cent of the way to completion.
Category: Country news
October 12 2007
Party in Portugal
New Year's Eve can often be a damp and dismal affair, with a few TV specials providing the only entertainment.
Category: Country news
October 12 2007
Radish mania in Mexico
Mexico is an unusual destination for those looking for a lightly more adventurous holiday, with one of its more quirky traditions available for visitors to enjoy in December.<br/>
Category: Country news
October 11 2007
Hallelujah Alicante
Spain is often the preferred holiday hideaway for Brits escaping the winter blues of wet and windy weather and Alicante is a sure-fire destination for good fun.
Category: Country news
October 11 2007
Magical festive Greece
Athens is often thought of as a place worth visiting for its historic monuments and ancient architecture, but in December an event is held that may be more exciting for children than adults.
Category: Country news
October 10 2007
NYE in Egypt?
New Year's Eve (NYE) may not always be the big celebration that one had hoped for, but that may be because staying in Blighty over the festive season is not the best idea.
Category: Holidays news
October 10 2007
Make merry in Bulgaria
Eastern Europe is fast becoming a popular destination with Brits, as there are a number of great sights to explore in the region.
Category: Country news
October 10 2007
Taste the truffles of Italy
Visitors to Italy often enjoy the idyllic surroundings, beautiful people, cutting-edge fashion and sumptuous Mediterranean cuisine, and food lovers are in for an extra special treat this winter if they head to the Tuscan hills.
Category: Country news
October 9 2007
Go to Mexico and jump for joy
If holidaymakers visiting Mexico later this year are looking for a rare and spectacular treat, they are heading to the right place.
Category: Country news
October 9 2007
Florida hosts the White kind of parties
Travellers heading to Florida next month should remember to pack plenty of white clothes, especially if they want to celebrate the White Party Week held during the end of November.
Category: Country news
October 8 2007
Cruising the Atlantic
Visitors to Gran Canaria this winter will not only be able to enjoy the warm climate and beautiful surroundings this island has to offer, but they will have the chance to watch a fantastic boating spectacle.
Category: Country news
October 8 2007
Kenya celebrates
Kenya is a country filled with culture and traditions waiting for an intrepid Brit to explore.
Category: Country news
October 8 2007
Festive Equestria
Equine lovers should head to South Africa this winter as it celebrates all things horse-related.
Category: Country news
October 5 2007
Festive fair in Italy
To escape the humdrum of Christmas shopping in the UK, a trip abroad could be the perfect answer.
Category: Country news
October 5 2007
A feast of Spanish fare
Spain is a favourite with Brit holidaymakers and for good reason, with the winter season proving no let down in the amount of events the nation has to offer.
Category: Country news
October 4 2007
The magic of Spain
Spain is certainly a magical place - many Brits would be likely to say - and nothing could be truer in the month of November when a feast of mysterious and marvellous entertainment takes place in Granada.
Category: Country news
October 4 2007
Fishing for celebrity gossip
Some holidaymakers like to follow in the footsteps of their favourite celebs when they jet off to sunnier climes and star spotting couldn't be easier this autumn in Florida.
Category: Country news
October 4 2007
Horse racing spectacle in China
China is a huge nation with a vastly different culture to explore and enjoy, yet some things remain are very similar between the UK and the far east, with horse racing just one of the events taking place in the country later this year.
Category: Country news
October 3 2007
Tri to get to Mexico
If the many marathons held throughout Europe this winter seem too meagre to attend, fitness fanatics will surely be tested by a triathlon event, especially one taking place on the other side of the world.
Category: Country news
October 3 2007
Cheap art to view and buy
Visitors to Greece may enjoy soaking up the traditional sights and sounds of the country, but could also have a taste for sampling something more contemporary, such as the experiencing the work the Cheap Art gallery has to offer.
Category: Country news
October 2 2007
Cricket fans should head south
Cricket fans should look to the southern hemisphere this winter to experience the highs and lows of international cricket, as South Africa take on New Zealand in a number of tournaments.
Category: Country news
October 2 2007
In fair VeronaÂ…
Equestrian lovers are in for a treat this winter as a meeting of the fine animals is scheduled to take place in Italy.
Category: Country news
October 2 2007
Portuguese music festival
Portugal holds a great many attractions to the average British holidaymaker and the winter is certainly no exception to this rule.
Category: Country news
October 1 2007
Learn the art of America
Florida offers holidaymakers a great many things to see and do with well-known tourist attractions such as Universal Studios and Disneyland, but culture-vultures can also enjoy the sunshine state.
Category: Country news
October 1 2007
Dance like an Egyptian
Revellers who relish the chance to bust a few moves on the dance floor may warm to the idea of a more exotic location to party in than their local club.
Category: Country news
