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Thursday 2, February 2012
International tourism to reach one billion in 2012
International tourist arrivals grew by over 4 percent in 2011 to 980 million, according to the latest UNWTO World Tourism Barometer. With growth expected to continue in 2012, at a somewhat slower rate, international tourist arrivals are on track to reach the milestone one billion mark later this year.
Monday 19, December 2011
Young Chinese citizens say goodbye to group tours
New kinds of Chinese tourists are keen to experience individual travel – the economic boom and fascination with technology are driving their desire to travel – the ITB World Travel Trends Report presents the aspects that make up China’s latest generation of tourists.
Wednesday 14, December 2011
Confession actor is just one of 6.5 million to admit to using a mobile in flight
After actor Alec Baldwin was thrown off a plane for using his iPad, a poll by HolidayExtras.com has revealed that he’s not alone in breaking the rules – nearly six-and-a-half-million people flying into and out of the UK in the last 12 months did so too.
Friday 2, December 2011
Rising earnings – more vacations: Asia’s travel market is booming
Growing prosperity boosts Asian-Pacific travel industry – ITB World Travel Trends Report presents opportunities and risks.
Monday 21, November 2011
European tourism defies the euro crisis
Robust growth in European and international travel – city breaks and short trips preferred – only three per cent use smartphones to book trips.
Friday 7, October 2011
Internet searches for Greece, Italy, Ireland, Portugal and Spain surge, says Hotels.com
Interest in crisis-hit Eurozone countries has soared from budget-conscious British travellers hunting for a bargain break, according to new figures.
Monday 12, September 2011
Haven solves doggy dilemma
Did you know ….. 25 percent of pet owners don’t take a holiday because they don’t want to leave the family dog behind.
Monday 12, September 2011
Biggest mistakes budget travelers make
Aiming to offer essential advice for frugal travelers, Cheapflights.com has compiled a list it calls its top ten budget busting travel mistakes. The website, known for publishing travel deals, has said it is all about helping travelers discover the world on the cheap.
Monday 12, September 2011
London hotels have worst reputation in Europe
The hotel price comparison website trivago.co.uk has put together a ranking of European and British cities according to the online reputation of their hotels, and concludes that out of over 1000 European cities, London has the worst reputation among travelers.
Wednesday 3, August 2011
World’s 10 Best Restaurants
This week saw the closure of El Bulli, a restaurant in Spain which was regarded as the very best in the world.
Friday 29, July 2011
Over seven million Brits have suffered travel disruption in the last 18 months
Since beginning of 2010 one in seven Brits have had their travel disrupted by problems including ash clouds, industrial action and political unrest.
Thursday 21, July 2011
Spain the Top Destination for Brits
According to ABTA it’s not just The Only Way is Essex cast and Katie Price who are escaping the British Isles for sunshine and sangria in Marbella, but Brits have nominated Spain as their number one destination when it comes to deciding on where to go on holiday.
Thursday 21, July 2011
“Holiday incompatibility syndrome” sees married women leaving their husbands at home
Women’s online travel community, Thelma & Louise and new travel partner, GoLearnTo.com have spoken out in support of the theory of “Holiday Incompatibility Syndrome”, after both companies agreed that they are seeing a growing trend for married women to take holidays without their husbands.
Tuesday 28, June 2011
3.2 million people would sacrifice a months salary for a once in a lifetime experience
Brits are willing to spend a pretty penny to have a once in a lifetime experience, according to new research from Scottish Widows that reveals the lengths that the nation will go to fulfil their ambitions.
Tuesday 28, June 2011
Rise in smartphones leads to shock holiday mobile bills
New research released has revealed that nearly two thirds (62%) of smartphone users have been burnt by a large mobile phone bill following a trip abroad.
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