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UK appetite for holidays undiminished
Latest research from the Post Office has found that the UK’s appetite for travel is still going strong, with 84 per cent of people planning trips away in the next 12 months. However, with finances still front of mind for many UK holidaymakers, Post Office Credit Cards is advising travellers how they can best avoid fees imposed by some travel credit card providers when using their travel credit cards overseas.
Washington golf & casino resort on target for 2011 opening
The new Salish Cliffs Golf Club – an amenity of the Squaxin Island Tribe's Little Creek Casino Resort near Olympia and Seattle, Washington – showed rapid development during the summer months with favorable weather, and is on schedule to open in late spring 2011.
Half of UK adults view holidays as a luxury
According to recent figures by Mintel, almost half of people in the UK now see holidays as a luxury item, a rise from 38 per cent in 2007.
Leading ski company moves to total online booking
The UK’s leading independent ski company Directski.com has become the first UK ski tour operator to switch to 100% online booking of its range of European ski holidays.
Journey through the afterlife at new London exhibition
On 4 November, a new exhibition will open at The British Museum that will explain how the ancient Egyptian Book of the Dead was thought to guide the deceased safely through the dangers of the underworld, ultimately ensuring eternal life.
Shop in the sun this Christmas
To find some extraordinary presents this year, travellers should head further afield than the usual Christmas Markets says Gap Adventures.
Be an early bird for 2011 holidays with Eurocamp
To help recapture that holiday feeling and give holidaymakers something to look forward to, Eurocamp is offering some great deals for early bookings on selected holiday parcs around Europe, including its stunning Château de l'Epervière parc in Burgundy.
Ischgl shapes up for winter
Ischgl, the Alps' most innovative resort, is used to leading the way with its mountain improvements and winter attractions - and now it's cutting fresh tracks with a fabulous new website.
Coastal Hotels launch The Gallivant
Coastal Hotels is delighted to announce the opening of The Gallivant hotel in Camber, East Sussex. The hotel adds to the reinvention of the British seaside holiday and marks the transformation of Camber as a chic beach destination on London's doorstep.
Celebrate this Christmas at The Malvern
Whether you are looking for somewhere to spend Christmas or the New Year, a venue for a Christmas lunch or dinner celebration, somewhere to hold a party, or simply some time to relax The Malvern can cater for all your requirements.
Head for the sun with a last-minute villa holiday
Specialist online villa company villarenters.com has a selection of great late offers for departures over the coming weeks, including the following. All prices are based on accommodation only and are per property, per week.
Single-skiers needn’t be left out in the cold
Are your friends coupled up for the winter leaving you out in the cold?
Bowled over by Warner Leisure Hotels
Warner Leisure Hotels has announced its biggest ever programme of bowling breaks.
Left behind at Park Plaza Hotels
A bagful of money, a pair of 1.4-metre long stilts and a false leg are among the more unusual items that guests have left behind, according to research revealed by Park Plaza Hotels & Resorts.
Thomson Tailormade launches summer sale
Specialist long haul tour operator, Thomson Tailormade, has launched its biggest ever summer sale today ... so banish winter blues and bag a great value luxury holiday for next summer.