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The average gap year now costs more than £4,000
Following recent news that 50 per cent of gap year travellers fear debt upon their return to the UK, Fairinvestment.co.uk is offering tips on keeping tabs on your cash flow whilst having the time of your life.
Adrenaline junkie Brits can't sit still on holiday
The days of lazing motionless on a beach are over for Britons, according to research from Cater Allen Private Bank. Only one in five Britons intends to "do nothing" on their holiday, with the majority (54 per cent) intending to do some kind of activity.
Skyros Island hosts half-marathon
Skyros, Greece, is hosting a half-marathon on Saturday 13 September. Runners will start in Atsitsa Bay and, winding through the hills, surrounded by spectacular forests and sea views, will end up in Skyros' main square for the medal ceremony. The event has been described by a journalist from Runner's World magazine as 'the best I've experienced outside of London and New York!'.
Hollywood superstar introduces Bath to the World
Keira Knightley who stars in the fascinating new film, The Duchess, shows Bath off to the world as some of the locations used to film the blockbuster include the Assembly Rooms and the Royal Crescent in the heart of the World Heritage City.
See what Europe’s Christmas markets have to offer
Get right into the Christmas spirit this festive season and visit one of Europe’s magical Christmas markets, with DFDS Seaways. Sailing overnight from Newcastle or Harwich, these breaks include two nights onboard in a comfortable en suite cabin, with plenty of time to relax, unwind and enjoy the facilities onboard before reaching your destination. Also included with each trip is either one or two nights’ hotel accommodation and coach transfers from the ship to your chosen hotel.
Uplifting events in Mexico
As our summer draws to a close and those autumn/winter blues creep in, Journey Latin America brings you a range of uplifting events in Mexico. See one of the world’s great tenors, Placido Domingo, perform live at one of the world’s great ancient sites, Chichén Itzá; experience the Day of the Dead festivities in the lake-side town of Pátzcuaro; marvel at the light/shadow phenomenon of the Autumn Equinox at Chichén Itzá; or join in with the wacky “Radish Night” fiesta in Oaxaca – the choice is yours.
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With mortgage costs spiraling and a recession pending the fantasy of owning a holiday home abroad may now feel out of reach for many people. Average monthly repayments on Euro mortgages have increased by 20 per cent, so why settle for one home abroad when you can choose from 26,000 with holidaylettings.co.uk? A week in your dream holiday abode can be yours at a fraction of the price, but with all the enjoyment of holidaying in a home-from-home.
Female tourism ministers are doing it for Israel!
Tourism Minister Ruhama Avraham-Balila writes to the tourism ministers of Jordan and the Palestinian Authority: "Close cooperation between Jordan, Israel and the Palestinian Authority in the field of tourism can be a positive force in improving the economy and image of the entire region as a tourism destination."
Liverpool hosts The Beatles in India festival
When The Beatles became interested in Indian religion it not only had a profound effect on their music, but influenced both the look, sound and outlook of Western culture as a whole. To celebrate the huge impact the country had on the Fab Four, the Beatles Story, Liverpool will be celebrating all things Indian throughout September during our ‘Beatles in India Month’.
Shakespeare Country showcased at travel show
Shakespeare Country will be show-cased as a premier tourist destination for groups at the Group Leisure Travel Trade Show. The show, which takes place on 24 & 25 September at the NEC, Birmingham, is now Britain's biggest event for the group travel, coach touring and travel trade sector.
Fly direct to a dream white winter wedding
Loved-up UK couples can now fly direct to their winter wedding on the sun-kissed island of Aruba with First Choice. New fortnightly direct flights to Oranjestad, Aruba’s colourful capital, will be operated from November 1, 2008 – April 30, 2009, with departures from Birmingham International Airport for the very first time.
Exotic itineraries in China
From golden dragons and ornate pagodas to bustling, ancient cities with futuristic visions, Uniworld Boutique River Cruise and Tour Collection is offering travellers the chance to explore over 30 centuries of Chinese culture at increased savings.
Virgin Holidays Cruises celebrates the Oasis of the Seas
Virgin Holidays Cruises will be registering bookings for the most exciting and innovative cruise ship ever built, Royal Caribbean International’s Oasis of the Seas, from Tuesday 26th August. Making the experience even more special, Virgin Holidays Cruises are offering direct Virgin Atlantic flights as part of the deal and a choice of free stays or cabin upgrades to make it a totally irresistible offer.
Brown urged to be champion of conservation
Animal welfare groups are increasing the pressure on Prime Minister Gordon Brown to end speculation about the controversial deal which would result in the transfer of two giant pandas from China to Edinburgh Zoo. It was recently revealed that the zoo intends spending £2 million ‘renting’ the animals from the Chinese Government, and that the plan has the support of Alex Salmond, the Princess Royal and Prince Andrew.
Enjoy free dining at Disney Florida
Travel City Direct, the UK’s leading Florida specialist, is giving away free dining at Walt Disney World to all customers booking selected Disney holidays worth up to £1400 per family*.