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travel news - October 2008
travel news - October 2008
Lanzarote to undergo 'transformation'
October 31 2008
Lanzarote, one of Europe's most popular holiday hotspots, is set to benefit from a multi-million euro investment, aimed at transforming the resort of Puerto del Carmen.<br/>
Manta hits the heights in Florida
October 31 2008
A new rollercoaster set to open next summer in Orlando has had its highest portion of track installed.
A sneak peak at High School Musical show at Disney
October 31 2008
Fans of High School Musical have been given a sneak peak at the new live show at Disney's Hollywood Studios.
Algarve 'remains popular with Brits'
October 31 2008
A report has shown holidays to Portugal's Algarve continue to be popular among British people.
Holiday demand is 'high'
October 30 2008
Demand for holidays is still high, despite the current economic doom and gloom, it has been claimed.
Regular holidays are "important"
October 29 2008
Holidays are seen as an important part of everyday life and a way of re-charging the batteries, it has been claimed.
Travelling without insurance can be 'costly'
October 29 2008
In these tough economic times, travelling without insurance could be seen as a way of cutting costs; however, those who do so risk enormous costs if something goes wrong, one commentator has warned.
US holidays 'offer good value'
October 28 2008
Holidays to US destinations such as Florida still represent good value for money, despite the strength of the dollar, it has been claimed.<br/><br/>
Audio phrasebooks are the 'prefect' travel companion
October 28 2008
Holidaymakers looking to impress family and friends with their language skills may wish to consider an audio phrasebook.
Holidaymakers 'battle the bulge'
October 27 2008
Gone are the days when going on holiday means gaining a stone, according to new research.<br/><br/>
Straw donkeys top list of 'bad' holiday buys
October 24 2008
If you're jetting off to warmer climes this winter, you may wish to think twice before stocking up on novelty souvenirs for friends and loved-ones.
Travel insurance is 'vital'
October 24 2008
Taking a travel insurance policy on holidays is as important as taking your suitcase, it has been claimed.
Noel gets a great Florida holiday deal
October 23 2008
Deal or No Deal star Noel Edmonds has been spotted soaking up the sun on the beaches of Florida.
Lanzarote visitor numbers rise
October 23 2008
An increasing number of Britons are opting to holiday on the sunny Canary island of Lanzarote, it has been revealed.<br/><br/>
Majority of holidaymakers plan to 'travel again'
October 22 2008
The majority of British holidaymakers plan to travel abroad again in 2009, it has been revealed.<br/><br/>
Top tips for a 'thrifty' half-term
October 21 2008
Families travelling overseas this half-term can make their money stretch further by following a series of simple tips, it has been claimed.
Holidays 'will continue'
October 21 2008
British consumers will continue to travel abroad, despite the credit crunch, one expert has claimed.<br/><br/><br/>
Brits 'love' beach holidays
October 20 2008
Long, lazy beach holidays are Britain's favourite type of break, it has been revealed.<br/><br/>
Britons plan to 'travel more'
October 17 2008
More than half of Britons are planning to increase the amount they spend on holidays in the coming year, it has been revealed.
Canary Islands are 'perfect for half-term'
October 16 2008
Rich in natural beauty and basking in warm weather all year round, the Canary Islands are an ideal half-term holiday destination.
Future looks "rosy" for travel agents
October 16 2008
The future is looking 'rosy' for travel agents, with an increasing number of Britons opting to book their holidays through an agent rather than organise trips independently.
Scots are 'big spenders'
October 15 2008
When it comes to splashing the cash on holiday, Scottish travellers are leading the way, according to new research.
Half-term holidaymakers urged to check EHICs
October 14 2008
Families travelling to winter sun destinations over half-term have been urged to check that their European Health Insurance Cards (EHICs) are in date.<br/><br/>
Green-fingered visitors flock to the Florida Ramble
October 14 2008
Green-fingered tourists travelling to Florida will find plenty of interesting plants to admire at the Ramble garden festival, which takes place next month.<br/><br/>
Enjoy the 'party of the year' in Gran Canaria
October 13 2008
Families visiting Gran Canaria this winter will have the opportunity to attend the "party of the year", when Las Palmas de Gran Canaria Festival kicks off in January.<br/><br/>
Celebrate Fantasy Fest in Key West
October 10 2008
Fans of the extravagant and beautiful are in for a treat in Key West this month, with this year's annual Fantasy Fest due to take place.<br/><br/>
New Hard Rock Cafe planned for Majorca
October 9 2008
Britons enjoying holidays in Majorca will soon have a new place to eat, when Palma's Hard Rock Cafe opens its doors.<br/>
Raise a toast at Orlando Beer Festival
October 9 2008
Travellers to the US and may not immediately think of American beer as a leading attraction, but that could change with a trip to Florida this month.
President launches new Mexican resort
October 8 2008
The construction of a new resort twice as big as Cancun has been launched by Mexican president Felipe Calderon and is aimed to accommodate three million visitors annually by 2025.
Holidaymakers logging on
October 8 2008
Britons are increasingly using the information superhighway to book their holidays, it has emerged.
Summer flights increase in Cyprus
October 7 2008
People on holiday in Cyprus this summer contributed to higher air passenger numbers compared to last year, new figures have suggested.
Tallest ever tower planned for Dubai
October 7 2008
People scared of heights beware while on holiday in Dubia: the Nakheel real estate firm has unveiled plans to build the world’s tallest building in the city this week.
Mexico beach ‘game-play’ for Lohan
October 6 2008
Lindsay Lohan and her girlfriend have been snapped working their words on a beach holiday in Mexico, it has emerged.
Autumn 'is best for visiting Majorca'
October 6 2008
Those planning a holiday in Majorca might be interested to hear the opinion of one travel writer, who claims that autumn is the best time to visit the island.
Older holidaymakers 'look for adventure'
October 3 2008
The older generation of British holidaymakers have grown tired of travelling to traditional destinations such as France and Spain, it has been claimed.
Families offered 'top travel tips'
October 2 2008
Travelling with children is never easy, but to help take the pressure off, the Rough Guide group has compiled a series of top family travel tips.<br/><br/>
Credit crunch leads to 'revival' of family holidays
October 1 2008
The credit crunch has led to the revival of traditional family holidays, it has been revealed.
