travel news - June 2008

travel news - June 2008

Majorca and Tenerife 'remain popular choices'

June 30 2008

The Association of British Travel Agents (Abta) has pointed out that traditional Spanish holidays are still among the most popular destinations this summer.

Category: Holidays news

Explore caves in Tenerife

June 30 2008

Tenerife may perhaps be best known by British holidaymakers for its beautiful beaches and excellent amenities, but there is also something special happening beneath the surface.

Category: Country news

Holidays to get hotter in Canaries

June 27 2008

Holidaymakers looking to visit the Canaries this summer might like to take extra supplies of sun cream, if a latest weather report is anything to go by.

Category: Beach holidays news

More holiday options for Maldives

June 27 2008

The Maldives are set to become yet more attractive to sun seekers with the news that a host of new resorts could be opening there.

Category: Country news

Lopez shows off figure in Tenerife

June 26 2008

The beaches of Tenerife are famous around the world - and now may be even more so, following the appearance of one megastar.

Category: Beach holidays news

Tenerife attraction hosts Pink Floyd tribute

June 26 2008

Music lovers looking to book last minute holidays this year may be interested in Tenerife, following the launch of a new show.

Category: Miscellaneous News

Tenerife hotspots set for makeover

June 25 2008

Green areas, up to 100 new parking spaces and pedestrian crossings are among the improvements set for holidays hotspots Veronicas and Starco in Tenerife.

Category: Holidays news

Majorca prepares for heatwave

June 25 2008

Those going on holidays to Majorca can expect unusually high temperatures after the mercury hit 40 degrees C on Sunday in the Balearics.

Category: Beach holidays news

Girls Aloud singer makes waves in Dubai

June 24 2008

Sarah Harding, one fifth of British band Girls Aloud, has been spotted splashing around on a holiday in Dubai.

Category: Holidays news

Russell Brand takes romantic holiday in Mexico

June 24 2008

Russell Brand has been soaking up the sun and the romance in Mexico with Teresa Palmer according to reports by the Sun.

Category: Beach holidays news

Coleen and Wayne 'look to Italian anniversary

June 24 2008

Following their luxury wedding in the Italian Riviera town of Portofino, it has been reported that Wayne and Coleen Rooney are looking to take a holiday in Italy for their one-year anniversary.

Category: Honeymoon holidays news

Dominican Republic is "attractive" to Brits

June 23 2008

The Dominican Republic is an attractive holiday destination for Britons despite comments published in a British tabloid suggesting it is "dodgy".

Category: Holidays news

Brits 'can pick up holiday spends from cash kiosks'

June 23 2008

Consumers can now pick up their holiday spends while they purchase their pool-side reading and other last-minute holiday amenities, it has been announced.

Category: Travel news

Brits abroad 'just want to have fun'

June 23 2008

Many hard working Britons fail to set themselves a holiday budget, claiming they don't think about such things as they feel they deserve to treat themselves.

Category: Miscellaneous News

Older travellers "more chilled out"

June 20 2008

The mature traveller is more relaxed and amicable than their younger counterpart, it has been reported.

Category: Travel news

Healthy holidays in Bulgaria

June 20 2008

Bulgaria is looking to carve a name for itself in the health tourism industry, Visit Bulgaria reports.

Category: Travel news

Florida is "family destination"

June 19 2008

Florida has been named as a "family destination" that is perfect for relieving you of the "winter blues".

Category: Holidays news

Dubai Summer Surprises to begin

June 19 2008

Dubai Summer Surprises 2008, the major summer shopping event in the United Arab Emirates is due to kick off this weekend.<br/>

Category: Country news

Friends actress takes holiday in Mexico

June 18 2008

Friends favourite Jennifer Aniston has been spotted enjoying a luxury holiday in Mexico with her celebrity boyfriend.

Category: Holidays news

Corfu is 'greenest island'

June 18 2008

Corfu, the self proclaimed greenest island in the Greek archipelago, is still a favourite for British holidaymakers, it has been claimed.

Category: Holidays news

Maldives gets $12.5m protection for its reefs

June 18 2008

The popular holiday destination of Maldives has been loaned $12.5 million (£6 million) by the World Bank in order to help it protect its valuable coral reefs from further damage by waste disposal.

Category: Holidays news

Culture 'plays important role' on luxury holidays

June 17 2008

The "genuine" factor is playing an increasingly important part in people's holidays, it has been reported.

Category: Holidays news

Travellers 'favour traditional destinations'

June 17 2008

Backpacking travellers favour the more traditional holiday destinations, one commentator has claimed.

Category: Travel news

Italy attracts the celebrities

June 16 2008

Following last weeks nuptials between footballer Wayne Rooney and style icon Coleen McLoughlin, it has been revealed that Italy is an attractive holiday destination for other famous faces too.

Category: Holidays news

TV presenter lists sunshine as 'key to good holiday'

June 16 2008

Sunshine is the key aspect to a perfect holiday, according to one British television presenter.

Category: Holidays news

Beatle holidays in Morocco

June 16 2008

Famous singer and cult icon Paul McCartney has enjoyed a holiday in Morocco with his new girlfriend and daughter, it has been reported.

Category: Travel news

Holidays are "precious" to Brits

June 13 2008

The annual fortnight that most Britons spend abroad is "precious" to them, it has been suggested.

Category: Holidays news

New cultural feature to open in Egypt

June 13 2008

Holidaymakers in Egypt will soon be able to enjoy a new cultural highlight, it has been revealed.

Category: Country news

Brits 'not bothered by climate change'

June 12 2008

British holidaymakers are unlikely to consider taking breaks closer to home due to worries about the state of the environment, it has been reported.

Category: Holidays news

Italy prepares to play host to Wayne and Coleen

June 12 2008

Portofino in Italy is preparing to host the wedding of the year between Manchester United and England football ace Wayne Rooney and shopping queen Coleen McLoughlin.

Category: Honeymoon holidays news

Florida 'popular for overseas visitors'

June 11 2008

Florida is a popular state when it comes to visits from overseas travellers, new statistics have shown.

Category: Travel news

Arts and culture in Malta

June 11 2008

Malta is looking forward towards its two-week summer extravaganza, with new sponsors being announced for the event.

Category: Country news

Culinary tourism across Europe

June 10 2008

Turkey could be the latest target for foodies looking to engage in culinary tourism, after it was reported that a new "highlight" has been added to the restaurant scene.

Category: Holidays news

Kate Moss relaxes in Majorca

June 10 2008

Supermodel Kate Moss has been gifted with a luxury holiday to Majorca courtesy of her boss, it has been revealed.

Category: Beach holidays news

Big names back Kenyan tourism

June 9 2008

Following supermodel Naomi Campbell's endorsement of Kenya as a hot holiday destination earlier this year, a number of other well known characters have chosen to add their support.

Category: Holidays news

Newcastle United players pack for Majorca tournament

June 9 2008

The Spanish holiday island of Majorca will be making preparations to host the Toon Army after it was reported that Newcastle United FC will be travelling to the country to participate in a pre-season tournament this August.

Category: Miscellaneous News

Foodies advised to head to Spain

June 6 2008

Food-loving tourists have been advised that Spain is one of the top destinations for culinary tourism.

Category: Country news

Majorca jazz festival secures headliner

June 5 2008

Majorca's Noches Mediterraneas Festival has managed to secure Diana Krall as its headline act this summer.

Category: Beach holidays news

When travel insurers refuse to cover

June 5 2008

A number of factors could cause travel insurance providers to refuse to take on an individual's custom, the Guardian has claimed.

Category: Miscellaneous News

Magaluf - plenty of Brits, very few Germans this summer?

June 5 2008

German newspapers have bitten back after news emerged of a British tourist receiving compensation for there being 'too many Germans' in his hotel.

Category: Miscellaneous News

Travel insurance warning for short-haul travelers

June 4 2008

Whether taking short breaks or extended holidays, travel insurance is an essential purchase, one expert has suggested.

Category: Travel news

Footballer chooses Dubai

June 4 2008

Former Liverpool and Manchester City striker Robbie Fowler chose to engage in some informal contract negotiations while on holiday in Dubai.

Category: Miscellaneous News

Spain tops Brits' wish lists

June 4 2008

Spain continues to be one of the most popular destinations for people in the UK, according to the results of a new survey.

Category: Country news

Turkey popularity 'will grow as euro strengthens'

June 3 2008

Turkey is one holiday destination that could become more popular with British families this summer as the euro continues to outperform the pound, it has been claimed.

Category: Holidays news

Changes afoot at Cypress Gardens

June 3 2008

Central Florida's oldest theme park is continuing its revival following a difficult period in its history.

Category: Holidays news

Pitt to join hotel design team in Dubai

June 3 2008

As well as countless families on holiday deals, it seems Dubai is attracting some of the world's biggest stars to its shores.

Category: Miscellaneous News

Tenerife holiday for Mills

June 2 2008

The ex-wife of former Beatle Sir Paul McCartney has been enjoying a holiday on the Spanish island of Tenerife.

Category: Holidays news

Sir Cliff holidays in Majorca

June 2 2008

Iconic singing star Sir Cliff Richard has been spotted enjoying a holiday on the Spanish island of Majorca.

Category: Beach holidays news

Summer peak expected at Dubai airport

June 2 2008

Dubai is expected to see a record high number of passengers arrive at its international airport this summer.

Category: Country news