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  • Spanish Islands Stop 2008 Tourism Slump
    The holiday companies are tempting British tourists with offers away from their traditional Spanish favourites, to destinations that don't use the Euro.

    But despite the British Pound being low against the Euro, two Spanish islands keep pulling the Brits back for another family holiday.
  • Brits Turn On To On-Line Travel Deals
    Internet usage varies from country to country, but the British have taken to their computers like ducks to water.

    And UK travel companies without a strong presence on the net could hit trouble as good deals are being hunted down by Brits looking for a bargain as they start to worry about the economy.
  • An Unconventional Destination: Resort Holidays in Menorca
    Menorca, a territory of Spain, is one of the Balearic Islands located in the Mediterranean Sea. Menorca has a spot for everyone, whether they are seeking a relaxing holiday on a remote beach, the excitement of a bustling city, the convenience of a resort, first-class dining or a variety of sporting activities.
  • Sweet Powder: Skiing in France
    With more than 400 resorts to choose from, knowing which ski resort in France is the best for you can be daunting. In addition to those located in the Alps and the Pyrenees, there are resorts in the Jura and Vosges mountains, in the Massif Central and even on the island of Corsica.
  • Journey Around the Bay: St. Paul's Bay, Malta
    The northern stretch of Malta is a much lesser-known area than other parts of the island, with the exception of the St. Paul's Bay area, one of three large resorts on the island.

    St. Paul's Bay is the ideal vacation spot if you like to incorporate a bit of this and a bit of that into your holiday.
  • Top Resorts on Lanzarote
    Lanzarote is a favourite holiday destination for European tourists, with good winter sunshine drawing holidaymakers from the UK and Germany.

    There are three main resorts on the island...
  • 2008 Lanzarote Villa Holidays
    Lanzarote is a hot destination in more ways than one for this summer's holidays, and renting a villa is becoming increasing popular - relaxing and home comforts are two benefits...
  • Ciutadella's Menorca Tourism Allure
    The Balearic Islands are located in the western Mediterranean Sea near the coast of the Iberian Peninsula. Ciutadella, former capital city of Menorca, has been known by many names throughout history.
  • Beauty and History in Mallorca
    Popular for beach holidays, a trip to Mallorca can be all sun, sea and sand.

    But the island also has terrific little villages like Deia, where the island's culture and history come together.
  • Where the British Are Holidaying Summer 2008
    The British travel market is huge, with many countries tourist regions relying on British visits.

    The top 5 destinations for their summer 2008 holidays are...
  • Tenerife Holidays To Bounce Back For 2008
    Tenerife's holiday and hotels trade had a disappointing 2007, but are set to bounce back this year with new visitors.
  • Hoilday Reverse For Canary Island Lanzarote
    There doesn't seem to be any stopping Spanish tourism, already Europe's most popular destination, visitor numbers were up in 2007 and 2008 is looking good.

    But the island of Lanzarote saw a fall and is worrying local hoteliers and tourist bosses.
  • Canada Turns Family Friendly For Skiers
    One big worry for tourists considering a ski holiday is the risk of an injury - Canada's ski resorts are turning their back on extreme skiers to provide family friendly ski holidays for the 2008/9 seasons.
  • Villa Holidays - Great For A 2008 Family Vacation
    Gone are the days when a flight and a hotel were the only holiday options - in today's travel market villa holidays are an increasingly popular alternative.
  • Costas Battle For 2008 Tourists
    Spain is leading the European field for tourism, and the Costa Blanca and Costa del Sol are both trying to attract more visitors this year.
  • Slowing Skiers Down on Swiss Slopes
    Skiing holidays are enjoyed my millions in Europe, the USA and Canada - but few countries offer better skiing than Switzerland.

    But more skiers are going faster thanks to better equipment - and the Swiss have a plan to slow them down...
  • Brits Use Cyberspace to Get to Their Place in the Sun
    The internet is allowing individuals to act as their own travel agent, and Spain and her islands including Tenerife are benefitting from more visitors thanks to new technology.
  • Celebs Hit Aspen Ski Runs
    Of all the US ski resorts, Aspen in Colorado is the best.

    Be prepared to share the slopes with celebrities!
  • Brummies Beat The Winter Blues!
    With a summer of flooding behind them, and a British winter to look forward to, record numbers of people from the UK's Midlands are taking a winter sunshine holiday.
  • Why Tenerife Drew Over One Million Tourists in 2007
    The Spanish holiday island of Tenerife attracted a million holiday makers in 2007, and a good number liked it so much they will be returning for another vacation.
  • Shock Drop For Lanzarote Holidays
    Spanish tourism figures for 2007 were good, and showed an increase in the number of visitors.

    So it's come as a surprise that holidaymakers have shunned Tenerife and Lanzarote.
  • Autumn Snow Brings 2008 Ski Season Hope
    Weather patterns across Europe this year led to heatwaves in some countries, and floods in England.

    But October's snow in Austria and the Pyrenees brought welcome hope to Andorra that 2008 could return as a normal ski season after a poor 2007.
  • 2007 Euro Vacation Winners
    Europe's tourists are more cosmopolitan in their choice of overseas holidays nowadays, but some of the old favourites seem to have been drawing the tourists again this year...
  • Vacationing the Spanish Coast
    Spain's best known tourist areas are the Costa del Sol and the Costa Blanca - and they're fighting it out to increase the number of tourists visiting them.
  • Malta Holidays Industry Celebrates 2007 Success
    After years of a declining market, the Mediterranean holiday island of Malta has successfully turned her fortunes around to remain a major player in the holidays market.
  • Spanish Holiday Islands Enjoy Hot 2007 Tourist Summer
    A summer of cloudy skies, rain and in some areas of England floods has helped Spain and her holiday islands to a good year for tourist arrivals.

    The Balearic islands of Majorca and Menorca benefitted particularly well.
  • Spain Ad Campaign Targets British Tourists
    Spain and her islands have been popular for holidays for nearly half a century.

    And the Spanish are spending money to ensure they stay the favourite destination for the British.
  • Spain Spending More To Attract 2007 Visitors
    For forty years fellow Europeans have flocked to Spain and her islands for their holidays.

    But with new competition the Spanish tourist authorities are now spending money to keep their position as Europe's favourite holiday destination.
  • Flood Hit Brits Head For Spanish Sun
    A wash-out summer in the UK, compounded by widespread flooding in parts of England, has led to a surge of summer holiday bookings.

    Spain is the favourite destination for the British escaping the rain, with the islands of Majorca and Menorca doing particularly well.
  • Summer Snow Brings 2008 Ski Season Hope
    Weather patterns across Europe have led to heatwaves in some countries, and floods in England.

    But snow in the Pyrenees brought welcome hope to Andorra that 2008 could return as a normal ski season after a poor 2007.
  • 20 Year Low For Andorra Ski Holidays In 2007
    A 20 year low for the Andorra ski industry ended this year with the slopes closing two weeks early.

    The ski resorts are preparing for what is hoped will be a better 2007/8 season.
  • Students Boost Malta Tourist Economy
    The number of students visiting Malta to learn English has risen in recent years, and the sector is becoming an important part of Malta's tourist based economy.
  • UK Media Boost For Malta Holiday Island 2007 Bookings
    Malta is being boosted by UK press attention this year, and a rise in holiday visitors has already been noticed.

    The island the British tourist forgot in recent years is waking up to a re-energised holiday and hotel industry.
  • Majorca Favourite For 2007 British Holidays
    Holiday islands in Europe battle it out each summer for the British tourists week or two abroad.

    This year the Spanish island of Majorca has attracted the most, with a combination of low costs, quality accommodation and the weather winning out.
  • 2007 Holiday Hot Spots
    Europeans might be more cosmopolitan in their choice of overseas holidays nowadays, but some of the old favourites seem to have been drawing the tourists again this year...
  • 2007 Tourists Numbers Up For Malta
    Official figures confirm what the Malta airlines and hotels suspected - that the number of holiday makers choosing Malta has increased dramatically this year...
  • Sun Shines For 2007 Malta Holiday Prospects
    The once popular European holiday island of Malta has seen a decline in visitor numbers in recent years.

    New low cost flights could help turn Malta's fortunes around in 2007.
  • Ski Runs Close Early In Andorra - Worst Season For 20 Years
    A poor year for skiing and visitor numbers has hit tax haven Andorra's economy.

    To add insult to injury the ski slopes have closed two weeks earlier than normal.
  • Yachts Have New Facility in Monaco
    Good news for millionaires and billionaires cruising the Mediterranean this summer.

    Their favourite destination has a new shipyard specially designed for their superyachts.
  • Malta's Mediterranean Grand Prix
    The Powerboat P1 season kicks off its 2007 season in Malta in May.

    It's a welcome tourist attraction for the island in a year that could make or break her tourist industry.
  • Holiday Company Expands 2007 Winter Program in Malta
    In a surprise move Malta has been chosen as a destination for a UK holiday company to increase availability.
  • Holiday Island Malta In Top Safe Travel Locations
    A US travel expert has included the holiday island of Malta among the top travel destinations for safety.
  • Malta To Break Holiday Cycle Of Gloom In 2007
    Malta's holiday and hotel market has seen a constant decline in new tourists over the last few years, but 2007 could prove to be a turning point.

    But where the Tourist Authority has failed, new low cost flights could succeed in the year ahead.
  • Surprise Boost For Med Island Holidays Industry
    A leading tour operator has announced an expansion of its Malta programme, in response to growing demand for the island.

    It comes as a surprise to some in the tourist industry, and flies in the face of evidence showing a decline in tourism this year.

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