Articles tagged: "vacations"
1: Spain - Attracting New Vistors
Europeans have known for years that Spain can be the best country for a family holiday - and now the country is attracting new tourists from beyond Europe for her culture, history and great beaches.
2: Holiday Home Owners Could Face Ruin
People who bought a holiday home in recent years are facing a double whammy. Their property price is dropping - and airlines are cutting back on some routes, making access more expensive and difficult.
3: Ideal Family Holiday Destination - Cala En Porter Menorca
If you're looking for an ideal family holiday, where everything is walking distance and you don't need a car - Cala en Porter in Menorca could fit the bill.
4: Travel Insurance to Warning Free Greece
When traveling, for variable reasons, one must focus on the most important aspect of any voyage: insurance.
5: 2 Wheel Holidays In Majorca
For many tourists gone are the days when a beach, a bar and the sun was enough to keep them happy. Cycling holidays for example are now popular, and a great way to see somewhere like Majorca.
6: Visiting Greece in the Winter
Most folks opt to visit Greece during the summer months, when the sun is high and the surf is warm. But little do people know that a visit to Greece during the winter months can be equally as exciting and fulfilling, and even more steeped in pure Greek culture.
7: Two New Marinas for Cyprus
Cyprus is an island country in the Mediterranean Sea, south of Turkey and north of Egypt. The Limassol Marina is one of two large marinas soon to be under construction in Cyprus. The Peyia municipality, more specifically Coral Bay, will be home to the new Coral Bay Marina.
8: Major Improvements for Los Cristianos in Tenerife
Seven major islands comprise the Canary Islands. One minor island and several islets add to the appeal of the area. Los Cristianos has undergone several renovations and improvements to increase its appeal to tourists.
9: Scanadnavians Love Lanzarote Winter Holidays
Scandanavians are increasingly leaving their harsh winters behind for a sunshine break...and Lanzarote is increasingly their destination of choice for a winter holiday.
10: Malta Tourist Numbers Beat 2008 Meltdown
With holiday companies going bust and the economy slowing down, Malta has surprised many by increase the number of holidaymakers who have visited in 2008.
11: Planning Your Balearic Island Vacation
Planning the perfect island vacation can be a daunting task, especially when children are involved. Majorca 's beaches are some of the highest ranking beaches in the world. Eighty beaches and lots of clubs make Ibiza the central hub of excitement for party-lovers.
12: Ski Resorts Race to Open First
Resort owners and their marketing teams have created a bit of competition among the world 's ski resorts. The first competition of the year is quickly becoming one to see who is ready to open first. Which North American ski resort was the first to open for the 2008-2009 ski season?
13: The Economy May Be Sluggish, but Tenerife Isn't Slowing Down
Tenerife reported surprising numbers of tourists from the first part of its tourism season. Despite the Spanish economy being poised on the edge of recession, vacationers are choosing to visit the idyllic island for a variety of reasons.
14: Best Florida Beaches Two Travel Lovers Choices for the Best Beaches in Florida
Are you a travel and beach lover? We are and we've compiled our choices for the best Florida beaches so that making your destination decisions will be easier. Read on...
15: Million Reasons For A Lanzarote Vacation
A sign of a good holiday destination is one that can increase the number of visitors it attracts during a recession, attracting new tourists and returning ones. Lanzarote 's done just that - and could top a million visitors this year.
16: Tenerife: The New Top Destination
A recent study of online booked flights has deemed Tenerife is the new holiday hotspot. Tenerife is the largest of the Canary Islands.
17: Majorca And All That Jazz
Cheap flights, a sunshine holiday, and ten months of jazz music. There 's never been a better time for jazz fans to visit Majorca.
18: The Economic Downturn is No Problem for Austria 's Ski Resorts
Austria is one of the world 's most well-loved ski destinations. The outlook for European skiing once looked dismal, but Austria continues to thrive on the ski industry and all that comes with it.
19: Tenerife Spends To Gain Tourists
Times are hard for tourist resorts in Europe as holiday spending is cut back - Tenerife is investing to get the tourists to the island.
20: The Perfect Sands of Majorca
Majorca is one of the hottest vacation destinations in Spain for many reasons. This island is one of three off the tip of Southern Spain. Majorca is known to some as Mallorca.
21: British Tourists - Spend, Spend, Spend!
Who would have thought that the British economy could be in trouble? The British love their holidays, and it 's one of the last things to be cut it seems...
22: Best Surfing In Europe? Head For Lanzarote
If you're after a surfing holiday, and not sure where to head to in Europe, Lanzarote could be the answer.
23: Portsmouth FC: Pompey Strive for Another FA Cup
Pompey 's 08/09 season is just underway and Portsmouth fans couldn't be happier. It appears the Blue Army is geared up for another exciting season.
24: UK Babes Love To Holiday
UK babies have never had it so good - over a quarter have been on an overseas holiday by six months old. Parents are using their maternity leave to get cheap off peak holiday deals...
25: Breakthrough in Travel Safety For Faraway Tourists
Natural disasters thousands of miles from home can have an immediate impact if you know someone holidaying in the area. The British government has come up with a scheme that will help next time there 's a major earthquake, Tsunami or other disaster.
26: Popular Year Round Vacation Destinations for Water Sports
It 's not just the sun that attracts holidaymakers to the beaches of Europe - having fun in the Mediterranean is enjoyed by millions of tourists each year.
27: How Vacations Reduce Stress
Cutting out a holiday during times of a poor economy might seem a good idea for your bank balance, but it won't be doing your state of health a lot of good.
28: Monaco To Get Her Own Eiffel Tower
Best known for her Grand Prix and tax freedom, Monaco is building a new island to house museums, schools and apartment buildings in the European tax haven.
And with it could come a landmark to rival those of London 's Big Ben and the Eiffel Tower in Paris, the French capital.
29: Mallorca Tourist Numbers Doing Well For Summer 2008
In times of an economic downturn that affects the holidays industry, it 's worth remembering which destinations are likely to not just maintain their appeal but be able to invest for the future too.
30: British Stags Party At Home
British stag parties used to consist of a night in the pub, the obligatory kissogram or stripper, and the groom being tied up to a lamppost. But recently cheap flights meant it was a party overseas, but the credit crunch is swinging stag parties back to Britain.
31: Keep Your Mind on Road Safety When Driving Abroad
Vacationers traveling to foreign countries often encounter challenges on the road. When driving in a country where traffic drives on the opposite side of the street, remembering to do everything in reverse can be difficult. Whether you're a Brit visiting Spain or an American exploring England, keep traffic laws in the front of your mind to avoid foreign driving accidents.
32: Find Your Perfect Vacation Stay for Your Florida Beachfront Vacations
Hotels aren't the only place to stay on your Florida beachfront vacations. Discover multiple options that are perfect and affordable by reading on...
33: 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.
34: Tenerife Looks To The Future With New Tourist Infrastructure
The travel industry is in trouble as the European and US economies falter - but new hotels are going up in Tenerife ready for when the tide turns.
35: Travel On A Budget With Backpacking
Backpacking is one of the very best ways to travel light, and traveling light often allows you to travel more cheaply. Learning how to back your backpack the right way and to pack as lightly as possible, is an important skill, whether you are trekking through Europe for a month or just enjoying a weekend in the country.
36: How To Travel CheapTo Europe
The goal of budget travel is not merely to spend as little as possible. The true goal of the budget traveler is to get the most value out of his or her travel budget, and to focus those limited funds on the things that mean the most to them.
37: Packing Tips For Budget Traveler
While the traveler with only one bag is free to hop on the inexpensive city bus and pay as little as one dollar to get into town, if that same traveler is loaded down with three or four bulky suitcases, it is likely that an expensive taxi, and a potential fare of $50 or more, may be the only option.
38: Budget Travel - Choosing The Best Package Deal
There are package tours that specialize in budget accommodations, and there are those that use only the finest hotels and the best restaurants. When looking for a suitable tour, it is important to take your own tastes and budgets into account.
39: The Best Season For Travel Bargains
The high season for a particular destination varies quite a bit from location to location. For some locations, the high season can be as short as a couple of weekends throughout the year, while for other locations high season can last all summer (or all winter) long.
40: Tips For Cheap And Good Vacation
In Europe, Asia, Africa and South America, hostel accommodations are even cheaper, with many charging the equivalent of $5 a night or even less. The key is to check the internet and see what is available in your destination. Many hostels even provide online booking, so you can arrive with your lodging issues already taken care of.
41: Budget Travel - Getting Free Flights
Getting bumped is such a popular money saving strategy that there is a definite art and science behind it. Remember that you may not be the only person on your flight hoping to get bumped. It is important to follow the guidelines listed below to increase your chances.
42: Basic Guide To International Car Rentals
If you plan to combine a car rental with a rail pass, there may be discounts available. Always be sure to check with your travel agent and take advantage of any discounts to which you are entitled. Some hotels and airlines also have special deals on rental cars for their customers.
43: Travel Cheap To Latin America
Budget travel in Latin America has many advantages far beyond the monetary savings. For instance, some of the most amazing and unforgettable sights just happen to be located in some of the world 's least expensive countries.
44: Packing Guide For Budget Travel
Packing properly is an important consideration for the budget traveler. Traveling on a budget means traveling light. The more unencumbered you are by junk you don't need, the more chances you will have and the less expensive your travel will be.
45: Camping - The Ultimate Budget Vacation
As a matter of fact, camping is one of the most popular family activities, and many families enjoy camping together, sharing stories around a roaring fire, roasting marshmallows, swimming, fishing and all the other great things that come with a camping trip.
46: Backpacking For Budget Travelling
Backpacking is one of the very best ways to travel light, and traveling light often allows you to travel more cheaply. Learning how to back your backpack the right way and to pack as lightly as possible, is an important skill, whether you are trekking through Europe for a month or just enjoying a weekend in the country.
47: Budget Travel - Finding Cheap Lodging In Europe
Most bed and breakfast hotels in European destinations are small, family run hotels.In many cases, the family has their living quarters right on the premises, and the hotel generally provides free breakfast with the price of the room.
48: Adventure Travel On A Budget
Often the best way to enjoy a vacation on a budget is to book low cost airfare to the destination of your choice, take the local bus into town, and start asking around about the best adventure guides in town.
49: Travel Tips For Budget Vacation
Be sure to spend some time researching the local attractions, and comparing various lodging options. Be sure to look for discounts that are available, and see if it is possible to buy things like theme park tickets or museum admissions prior to arrival. Doing so can save you both time and money.
50: Budget Travel - The Importance Of Packing Light
Think of it this way while a traveler with just a backpack or small carry on will be comfortable taking the inexpensive city bus into town, the traveler loaded up with several suitcases will need to opt for a much more expensive taxi ride. It is easy to see the impact proper packing can have for the budget traveler, so we present some light packing tips borne of personal experience.
