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Gran Canaria: An Eco-Tourism Gem Gran Canaria may be known for its beaches, but it's also an eco-tourism gem. Tourists looking for a unique eco-tourism experience won't be disappointed with a Gran Canaria holiday. Vail Wins National Forest Foundation Award Resorts worldwide are becoming more environmentally aware and passing their knowledge on to their guests. Vail Resorts in Vail Colorado operates one of the largest recycling programs of any ski resort in North America. Monaco - Defying The Recession Property prices are dropping in many parts of Europe, but Monaco defies normal fluctuations as prices continue to go up... Ibiza an Ideal Location for a Dream Wedding Ibiza weddings are putting the Spanish island on the tourism world map. Couples can rest assured that their Ibiza wedding will be all they dreamed of. Low Cost Flights A Tourist Boon Across Much Of Europe Malta has experienced an uncommon boon this year in their tourist trade. It appears that their popularity is on the rise as a popular, affordable destination for more travelers on holiday. And much of this success can be attributed to the increase in affordable flights to and from the exotic destination. 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... Cyprus: An Island Paradise with Something for All The island of Cyprus is one of the most popular vacation destinations in the Mediterranean Sea, attracting nearly two and a half million tourists a year. Whether travelers are seeking a beach paradise, a glimpse into ancient cultures or a delicious dining experience, Cyprus offers interesting activities for everyone. First Surcharges For 20 Years Hit British Tourists In the eighties holiday companies would often meet increased costs by adding a surcharge to their brochure prices. With aviation fuel and oil prices at record highs, the surcharge is making its way back... Felipe Massa Takes Championship Lead At the completion of Sunday's French Grand Prix, Felipe Massa walked away the victor. The win was his third for the 2008 season and granted him the lead in the championship race. 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. Critics Weigh In on Indy, Celebs Head for Grand Prix If box-office sales are any indication, the much-anticipated latest instalment in the massively popular Indiana Jones movie series suggests that fervour for the series hasn't waned in the almost 20-year span since the release of the last chapter. Following the Cannes Film Festival, many of the glitterati headed to Monaco for the Grand Prix, racing's poshest event. Majorca Hotels Win Quality Awards Holidaymakers expect more than just a good beach these days when they take their holidays - and hotels in Majorca have raised their standards to meet their accommodation expectations. Malta Holidays Linked To Strong Euro In 2008 Malta changed her currency from the Maltese Lire to the Euro on January 1st this year, and the Maltese people have adapted quickly. Quite how the Malta holidays industry will do this year with the Euro strong against the US dollar and British pound remains to be seen... The Decline of the British Pound Limits Travel for Holidaymakers British tourists are having to re-think how many holidays they can take overseas in a year, as the British pound hits an all time low against the Euro. Summer Holidays 2008 Costing More Earlier this year the predictions for the travel industry's 2008 fortunes included that holiday prices would rise steeply. And the predictions have been right... Island Holidays Up Despite Falling Economies The world might be experiencing an economic downturn, but there must be something good about Lanzarote as a holiday destination as it's seeing more visitors this year than last. Tourists Ignoring Financial Worries There's warnings of a recession in both the US and Europe, and money experts are advising people to save for a rainy day. But for the British it's a sunshine holiday they want - and forget the rainy day! Canadian Grand Prix 2008 - Action All The Way It was a hard-won victory for Robert Kubica at Sunday's Canadian Grand Prix in Montreal. Ferrari driver Kimi Raikkonen was stopped at the red light waiting to re-enter the race and Hamilton rear-ended him. For the second race in a row, Raikkonen has received no points toward the championship title. French Film Soars at Cannes Film Festival The Cannes Film Festival is over for another year. The votes have been tallied, the red carpet was rolled up, and the world's beautiful people have gone back to looking like the rest of us, or so we can dream. The 61st annual festival drew the eyes of the film industry and movie buffs alike across the pond to France, if only for 10 short days. Budget Skiing and Vacation Packages It's a sad time for skiiers - it's summertime! But they can cheer themselves up thinking of all the great ski destinations they can visit for the 2008/9 season in the US and Europe! Lights, Camera - It's Film Malta! Tourist destinations can be boosted significantly when they appear in a film, with potentially millions of people around the world being introduced to an otherwise unknown location. The island of Malta is leading the field in the Mediterranean for film making... 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. Puerto de la Cruz to Receive Overhaul Tenerife is thought of as a holiday destination brought out by the age of jet travel. But the island's Puerto de la Cruz was receiving tourists 150 years ago for its health benefits, and money is being spent on improving the Puerto de la Cruz of today. Malta Holidays Change Marketing Strategies Malta has been promoting itself as a holiday island for some years, but is taking new marketing initiatives to reach an audience that might not have considered a holiday in Malta before. Ashes To Ashes - Heating The Tourist Dollar Looking for something different in your holiday this year - some fun, a touch of danger, and education for the kids all in one? Head for a volcano! Rafael Nadal Wins His Fourth French Open Rafael Nadal began playing tennis at a very young age under the instruction of his uncle. Roger Federer began playing tennis at six years of age. Twenty-two-year-old Rafael Nadal took home his fourth Roland Garros title in a row Sunday after defeating Roger Federer in the final of the French Open. Binibeca Village - Ideal Menorca Holidays Family holidays are great when a good location is chosen - and Binibeca in Menorca could be an ideal choice for a summer 2008 holiday. Holidays in Malta - The Reasons Why Considering a holiday in Malta instead of Spain or Florida? There's good reasons to think that Malta could be just as good... Cycling Holidays In Majorca Cycling can be a great family experience - transfer that to the Mediterranean island of Majorca which has miles of safe cycle paths and you could have the perfect holiday! Babymooning - Does It Risk The Baby? There's a new trend in the travel world, and it's called babymooning. But could a holiday while pregnant endanger mum and baby? 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... 2008 Holidays Are Still Packaged Up The new age for travel is well and truly here, and anyone with internet access can book their own holiday. But the traditional package holiday is still going strong, even in 2008. Barcelona's Top For Weekends Barcelona is one of the favourite destinations for weekend getaways for Europeans, and UK tourists could increase as flights become cheaper. Eurozone Hits 2008 Malta Holidays On January 1 Malta, along with Cyprus, abandoned their own currencies to join the Euro. The Maltese people have flawlessly taken to the new currency - but the strength of their new currency could reverse the upturn in the Malta holidays market. Country Holidays In Majorca Majorca is renowned for beach holidays, and is a favourite among Europeans for a summer holiday. But more tourists are beginning to appreciate the heart and sould of Majorca, in the island's rural communities. Early Easter Means Early Travel Easter came early this year, and good numbers of tourists have helped calm an uncertain travel market with the economy slowing down. Cruising - Luxury Gigayacht Announced Cruising is increasingly popular around the Caribbean and Mediterranean - but for the ultra rich nothing beats a new yacht built in Monaco that can cruise the world in comfort. Cala En Porter - Perfect Menorca Holidays If you're considering a summer holiday on the Spanish island of Menorca, there's one village which could be the perfect location... 2008 Holidays Not Hit By Economy - Yet Confidence in the economy is low in most European countries, and with oil prices high and property prices slipping, the holidays market is so far remarkably resilient to a turndown. Brilliant Lewis Hamilton Wins Monaco Grand Prix Two Ferraris and an unusually rainy Monaco stood in the way of Britain's Lewis Hamilton winning this year's Monaco Grand Prix - but he did it to achieve his boyhood dream. Monetary Conversions of No Concern to Spanish Tourism Spanish tourism officials anticipate a rise in British tourists in spite of the pound doing poorly against the euro. Parts of Spain, including the Balearic Islands have been popular tourist destinations for decades. This isn't expected to falter any time soon. Ski Holiday Prices On A Hike The 2008 ski season is over, and research shows a steep rise in the cost of a typical ski holiday, and 2009 could see higher prices again. Jazz It Up in Majorca Majorca might have become popular beacuse of her great beaches and holiday facilities, but for music lovers the island is paradise with both opera and jazz festivals this year. Malta Enters The Lion's Den Spain is tops for European holidays, with Scandanavians, British and Germans heading for the Spanish Costas for a week or two relaxation. But little Malta has been doing well lately - and in a surprise move has seen a Spanish airline flying direct to Malta, adding confidence to Malta's holiday and hotels industry. Canaries Go Cheap When Flying Two of the Canary Islands - Lanzarote and Tenerife - could see a jump in tourist numbers this year as Britain's airlines reduce their fares. Irish give Spring Break Trade A Bounce With an economic downturn in both Europe and the U.S., and sterling and the dollar weak against the Euro, the European holidays market has an anxious year ahead. But high numbers of Irish tourists over Easter has helped boost confidence. 2008 Turkish Grand Prix 2008's F1 season is really warming up, and Britain's Lewis Hamilton managed to split the two Ferraris in the Turkish Grand Prix. Exchange Rates Affect Holiday Plans It's summer time, and summer time for many people is holiday time. But the weakness of the US dollar and British pound could influence where Americans and the British take their holidays this year. Alarm Bells Ring For Spanish Property An economic slow down in Europe could see property prices in Spain take a dip this year and next, and it could affect the spending power of local town halls as they rely so much on transfer taxes for income. Extra Flight Boost For Menorca Summer Holidays In times of economic trouble, resorts and islands that rely on tourism need all the good news they can to weather the storms ahead. New and extra flights for Menorca's summer holidays is welcome news for the island... Apres-Ski USA 2008 The ski season's finished - but what happens to the popular winter holiday destinations when the snow melts away? Capital Boost For Menorca Holidays Menorca holidays this summer are set to receive a boost as airlines drop their flight prices to Mahon Airport. It's good news for the holiday island as their main market is from the UK, and British tourists are getting less Euros for their Pounds. Tenerife's Upmarket Real Estate Once known as a cheap holiday destination, property on the island of Tenerife is now becoming very much in vogue, with prices gaining pace. The Beaches of Son Bou Menorca is a family favourite for holidays - quiet and unassuming, it oozes tradition and quality in every town and village throughout the island. But if it's a beach holiday you're visiting Menorca for, head for Son Bou... Raikkonen Takes Spanish Grand Prix The Spanish Grand Prix was an emphatic one-two for Ferrari, with Lewis Hamilton coming third in a McLaren. It was a disappointing race for Spain's Felipe Massa who retired before the end of the race with engine problems. Mallorca's Growing Appeal For Tourists Already Europe's number one destination for holidays, the island of Mallorca is pulling out all the stops to make 2008 a record year. Austria Prepares For 2008/9 Ski Season European ski resorts bounced back this year after a disastrous 2006/7 - helped by excellent snow falls from December to the close of the ski season mid April. Austria's best known ski resort Innsbruck is getting ready for 2008/9. Travel Safety and Security The holiday season is upon us - and as millions of tourists prepare for their hard earned summer holidays, criminal gangs prepare for rich pickings from those who relax just a little too much... Holiday Island Tenerife Acts On Environment Tenerife's economy is heavily dependent on tourism, and the island is taking steps to ensure her image isn't an unfriendly one towards the environment. Celebrities Head For Europe's Top Sports Event The World of Formula 1 has quite a following among celebrities, and of all Europe's sporting events, no weekend will cram as many of the world's rich and famous in at the same time as the Monaco Grand Prix - where sports meets fashion. Malta Aims For Arts And Culture Tourists Successfully turning around Malta's tourist market has been quite an achievement in the last two years, and now the island is promoting two of her natural assets - art and culture - to further add to the number of visiting tourists. F1 Drivers Choosing Monaco The World of F1 has an exciting crop of rising stars, and after landing a lucrative contract they more often than not settle in the home of Grand Prix's most famous circuit - Monaco. North American Ski Resorts Offer Top Notch Vacations There are many notable ski resorts in North America. Such a wide array of top-notch ski destinations is difficult to compete with. Reaching a position on the top-10 list is a feat in itself. Star Studded Holiday Resorts Celebrities are often in the press visiting their favourrite holiday destinations, and if you're undecided about where to take a summer holiday this year, looking at where the celebrities holiday could give you some ideas. Speeding Skiers Face Jail Time Advanced ski equipment allowing skiers more speed and a more carefree attitude has led to more accidents - including deaths - on the ski slopes in both Northern America and Europe. Some U.S. resorts are going to take speeding skiers to court... Malta Properties Snub 2008 European Downturn As Europe's homeowners wait nervously to see how much their properties have devalued, Malta's real estate market could see a rise in value this year. 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. Scottish Tourists Boost Euro 2008 Holidays The European travel trade has got off to a brisk start for the first quarter of 2008, with Scots escaping their chilly winter for warmer climes in record numbers. 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. Mallorca - Top Destination For 2008 Mallorca was the top choice destination for European holidaymakers in 2007, and look set to repeat the feat this year too. Tenerife Invests For New Tourists Just because an island is popular with holidaymakers doesn't mean to say that it can hope to stay popular by standing still - Tenerife is seeing new features for 2008 which it hopes will attract new tourists. Lanzarote's Costa Teguise Resort The Costa Teguise is diversifying from a hotel holiday on the beach to being a magnet for divers, and the resort is now promoting her festivals for tourists to enjoy. Malta Welcomes Youth Market Malta has been a firm favourite for British tourists who spent some time on the island while serving in the Royal Air Force, Royal Navy or British army. But Malta is now trying to reach out to a younger market to show them the Mediterranean island is an ideal holiday destination. More Frequent Flights Boost Majorca Property Market While the European property markets face a downturn, the island of Majorca could provide a safer bet than other areas. It's Better Up Here Than Ever Before Getting anywhere by plane can be a fraught experience, but using a regional instead of a major international one can make things a lot easier... Massa Takes Third Grand Prix of the Season It's one of the most exciting Formula 1 seasons in many years, as the first three Grand Prix produces three different winners. And the Monaco Formula 1 has yet to come... Malta and Education: New Horizons Learning English is increasingly seen as vital in today's global market - and the island of Malta is cashing in by providing language schools for students from non English speaking countries. Happy Birthday Andrew Lloyd Webber If you go to a show in London's West End or New York's Broadway, there's a good chance it's been written by Andrew Lloyd Webber. He recently celebrated his sixtieth birthday with friends on the island of Majorca. Internet Shakes Up The Travel Market Traditional travel agents are in decline as more and more people book their own holidays - and with the internet providing all the details a travel agent can, the internet's share of the holiday market goes from strength to strength. 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. Low Cost Airline Boost For 2008 Ski Holidays The ski industry needed a good 2007/8 season after a poor one last year - the snow fell more this year and low cost airlines made a big contribution with new routes close to the traditionally popular ski resorts. Airline Price Wars Sees Malta Fares Tumble For 2008 The national airline of Malta has had a rough ride in the last couple of years as new airlines have started competing on the same routes. But the airline is fighting back and has put together a deal which will see her carry more holidaymakers to Malta for summer 2008. Raikkonen Wins Malaysian Grand Prix After victory in the opening Australian Formula One Grand Prix, Lewis Hamilton was hoping for two in a row at the Malaysian Grand Prix. But Kimi Raikkonen had different ideas... Spain - Not Just For Beach Holidays Spain's popularity as a holiday destination was built on beach and sun trips, but there's a lot more to the country as visitors are beginning to discover... Tourists Fall But Hotel Business Still Booming on Tenerife Despite a drop in the number of visitors to Tenerife in 2007, new hotels are being built, with some very welcome in the traditionally less visited north of Tenerife. Norway Joins Malta Holiday Flights For 2008 There's a scramble to win landing slots at Malta's Luqa airport, and the latest country to see Malta as a holiday destination is Norway. Majorca: Island of Celebrities When celebrities can go anywhere in the world on holiday, there must be a good reason why so many choose to vacation and sometimes live in Majorca. Mediterranean Diet Defeats Allergies A child's ability to fight allergies could be down to the diet of the mother while pregnant, concludes a report from the island of Menorca, where a Mediterranean food diet is followed. 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. Canary Islands: A Premier Holiday Destination The Canary Islands of Tenerife and Lanzarote are increasingly popular with Europeans for their holidays, and 2008 could be a good year for them both. Cheaper Airfares Keeping Families Closer Together Low airfares mean people can take two or three holidays a year - but it also means families can get together more often, and is an important part of the travel market. 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. Building Up Trouble In Spain No less an organisation than the United Nations has joined other critics of Spain's policy on new property developments. Are new properties more to keep Spanish politicians happy than the buyer? A Family Retreat's a Treat in Santo Thomas, Menorca For young families the island of Menorca provides a great island escape, and Santo Tomas could be the perfect resort for a week or two's holiday... One Type of Ice You Don't Want With That Drink Ski resorts in Canada, the US and Europe have had a great season as the snow has fallen well, and ski tourists have been enjoying their annual winter ski holidays. But there's real danger on the slopes - drunks! Spanish Tourism Flying High Spain continues to re-invent itself as a holiday destination as tourists expect more than just a hotel with a pool... Monte Carlo Property Glitters For 2008 No income tax and the best street security in the world continues to draw the British to Monte Carlo in 2008. Malta Prepares For Bumper 2008 Malta had a superb 2007 with the most visitors for six years and is hoping for a record number of visitors in 2008. The island is investing in tourist friendly attractions to ensure their holiday on the island is a good one.
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