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Youth Without Youth: A Film About Choosing Good Over Evil A new film examines good against evil in an unusual way... 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. 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... When You're a Tourist, Mind Your Manners Tourism is vital to many economies, but sometimes it comes at a price... When East Goes South East Midlands airport's recent reports confirm that the rush for winter holidays and booking summer holidays early isn't confined to one area of the UK, and East Midlanders are flying south to get some winter sunshine! 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. 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. 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. US Banks Hit Euro Tax Havens Despite banks in the US cutting interest rates to stave off a recession, confidence levels are low and are being felt as far away as the tax havens in Europe. 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. 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... Traditional Majorca Regatta Focal Point of 2008 Olympic Sailing Year With the Olympic Games just months away, the Majorca Regatta in March provides an opportunity for yachtsmen and women to show they should be selected. Tourists In Malta Reclaim The Streets Within hours of arriving in their destination, Mediterranean holiday visitors are often confronted in their resort by timeshare reps, and for some it can spoil a hard earned break. The island of Malta is leading the fight to reclaim the streets for the tourist... 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! 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. 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... Top 5 Holiday Destinations for the United Kingdom The British have been booking their summer holidays in earnest, and favourite destinations include Florida and the Canary Islands. The Shame Of Spain F1 Fans The world of motorsport was thrown into turmoil recently as British F1 driver Lewis Hamilton was subject to racist abuse in Spain. The Queen and Duke's Marriage Come Full Circle Queen Elizabeth has been Britain and the Commonwealth's monarch for over 50 years, but recently found time to make a visit to Malta where she lived with Prince Philip after they married. The Pain In Spain Falls Mainly On The Brits British owners of second homes in Spain are facing a squeeze in several fronts. Higher mortgage payments on their first and second homes, and some might not be able to get rental income at all. The Many Muses of Mike Oldfield Mike Oldfield entertained the world in the 70's with his album Tubular Bells, which in turn helped Virgin take off to be the company it is today. 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. The Canaries: Finland's Favorite Getaway It's not just the British and Germans who are increasingly taking a winter holiday in Tenerife and Lanzarote, but Finnish tourists are discovering that visiting Lanzarote gives them a sunshine break in their winter months. 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... Tennis Star Borg To Stay In Majorca Ex Wimbledon and French Open tennis star Bjorn Borg is downsizing in Majorca. The tennis legend remains one of the best tennis players the world has ever seen... 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. 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. Tenerife Goes Bananas For Tourists The Spanish holiday island of Tenerife has come up with a unique idea that will ensure tourists won't forget their visit to the island... 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. Super Yacht Show Has No Carbon Footprint For 2007 Wealthy company owners will soon be visiting Monaco again for the superyacht show, a unique annual event in the yachting calendar. While millionaires and billionaires sip champagne and ponder buying a yacht that would be beyond the reach of mere lottery winners, the organisers have successfully made past events carbon neutral. 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. 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... 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. 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. Spring Snow Brings Ski Resort Delight Heavy snow a day before the first official day of Spring has brought joy to the ski resorts of Andorra. A good last month after a disastrous beginning of the season could turn this year from a disaster to just plain awful.. Spend the Holidays Cruising the Mediterranean Mediterranean cruises are becoming increasingly popular, and the Spanish island of Menorca has one of the deepest ports in the world, allowing even the biggest cruise ships to sail in for a day or two. 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... 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... Spanish Islands Attract The Brits Sunshine, the Mediterranean and a relaxed way of life is tempting more and more Brits to both holiday and live on Spanish islands like Majorca and Menorca. Spain: The New Melting Pot Spain is fast becoming a cosmopolitan mix of Europeans, and her economy is doing well thanks to the new immigration. Spain: Hollywood's Favorite Hot Spot Spain attracts millions of holidaymakers a year - but Hollywood actors and film producers are increasingly finding the country a grat location to film - and for some to live. Spain: A Golfer's Paradise Spain is home to many of golf's great sporting tournaments - and more championship courses are on their way for 2008 for both competition and leisure. 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. Spain Leads 2008 Tourist Race Nearly half of all Brits book their summer holidays by early March. If the remaining half book like the first half do, Spain will be the most popular holiday destination for 2008. Spain for Sale, but Who's Buying? With a possible slow down in the European property market, who will be buying property in Spain in 2008? 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 - 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... Soap Boosts 2008 Malta Vacation Bookings Europe's longest running television soap opera, Coronation Street, has aired episodes fimed on the holiday island of Malta. Holiday and hotel enquiries have risen for the 2008 season. Soap Boosts 2008 Malta Vacation Bookings Europe's longest running television soap opera, Coronation Street, has aired episodes fimed on the holiday island of Malta. Holiday and hotel enquiries have risen for the 2008 season. Snow Problems For Andorra Ski Holidays Heavy snow a day before the first official day of Spring bought joy to the hoteliers in the ski resorts of Andorra. But it was too little too late to turn around the 2007 season after a disastrous beginning of the ski holiday period for four of the five months. Smart Thinking Keeps Andorra Runs Open Andorra has been having a torrid ski season. But her embrace of new technology is keeping complete disaster at bay. 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... Skiing In Innsbruck: The 'In' Thing To Do There's a host of ski regions to choose from in Europe for this year's ski holiday season - but few can match the atmosphere generated by Innsbruck in Austria. Ski Holidays Look Cool For 2008 The ski season is upon us, and some resorts are already booked out for the 2007/8 season. Despite early snow falls, the resorts are taking no chances and have invested heavily to make sure 2008 ski holidays are the best ever. 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. Ski Country Andorra Aims For New 2008 Tourists Europe's Andorra will remember 2007 as her worst tourist year for twenty years. Now the ski holiday country hopes to attract more out of season visitors as an insurance against future disasters. 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. Second Leading International Estate Agent Predicts Malta Property Price Rise The possibility of the Mediterranean island of Malta seeing property price inflation of over 10 per cent has been increased as a second international estate agent makes their predictions for property hotspots in 2007. Sea Temperature Surprise For Monaco Prince Albert of Monaco has been busy around the world warning world leaders of impending doom because of global warming. But the Mediterranean temperature lapping around his Principality is showing no signs of warming... 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. Scots Fly South For 2008 Sunshine As winter closes in it's not just the birds flying south - Scots are taking winter holidays and escaping to the sun in record numbers. Rural Holidays in Mallorca Mallorca is a well known holiday destination for traditional beach and sun vacations. But Mallorca's countryside is beginning to see economic benefits from tourism as more people head inland to appreciate the island's nature and traditions. Rich Use Their Choppers More On Holiday Once the preserve of Hollywood and royalty, helicopters are becoming increasingly common in Monaco and the French Riviera for everyday use. Resorts Vs. Snowboarding: A Conflict of Interest? Snowboarding is banned by some ski resorts as simply too dangerous to mix with families skiing - but some US resorts are relenting and allowing the snowboarders equal access. Record Number Of Cruise Passengers Disembark In Malta A higher than ever before number of cruise passengers visited Malta in 2006. With low cost airlines flying to the island 2007 could see a startling turnaround in the holiday island's fortunes. 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... 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. 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. Racing to the Top The world of Formula 1 has a new star in Lewis Hamilton. And he's helping to re-gain the sport's popularity. 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. Prince Albert of Monaco Establishes New Environment Foundation In his latest attempt to highlight the environment as an issue to be addressed by fellow world leaders, Prince Albert of Monaco has stepped up his campaign by launching a new foundation to stop the rise in global warming. Prince Albert Leads Monaco To Better Environment Monaco has seen a dramatic improvement in the quality of her environment in the year since Prince Albert took over the reigns of the Principality. Plant A Billion Trees Campaign The United Nations Environment Programme is calling for a billion new trees to be planted. If successful it could lower significantly the amount of Co2 in the atmosphere. Online Booking Changing the Way People Travel Holidays and business trips have gone through a revolution in recent years, extending consumer choice and bringing down prices. 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! 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. 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. Non Arrival Sparks Malta Cheap Flight Worry A no-frills airline claims no flight was scheduled recently for a flight that didn't arrive, while others claim it might have been cancelled due to a lack of passenegers. The holiday island of Malta is hoping that cheap flights will produce an upswing in visitors for 2007, and concern has been expressed. New York City Marathon Magnificent This year's New York marathon attracted nearly 30,000 runners - plus a couple of million spectators - to one of the world's great annual sporting events. New Prime Minister Fuels 2007 Tax Havens Britain's new Prime Minister Gordon Brown has hit the ground running, and in his first few weeks has had to deal with crises in agriculture, floods, Iraq and Afghanistan. While opinion polls show his Labour Party with a ten per cent lead, the tax havens of Andorra and Monaco have seen an increase in enquiries from UK residents. New England Ski Industry Faces New Challenges Global warming and a lack of staff could present the ski slopes of New England with double trouble this ski season... New 2007 Flights For European Club Capital The club scene in Ibiza is at it's busiest in the summer, and brings in good tourist revenue for the island. New routes from her main UK market could mean an increase in tourists for the island this year. 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. More Brits Head to the Slopes For 2008 Winter Skiing With over a million ski holidays taken by the British this year, the new 2007/8 season looks a promising one with early snow in ski destinations like Austria and Andorra. Monte Carlo Yacht Show 2007 To Be Carbon Neutral While millionaires and billionaires sip champagne and ponder buying a yacht at this year's Monte Carlo Yacht Show that would be beyond the reach of mere lottery winners, the organisers have successfully made past events carbon neutral. This year will be no exception as Monte Carlo shows the rich they can be environmentally friendly too. 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. Monte Carlo Glitz Pulls New Buyers Ultimate European travel destination for the wealthy, Monte Carlo property prices have always been among the highest in the world. An influx of new real estate buyers is helping to push Monaco property prices higher still... Monte Carlo By Bus Monte Carlo might be known for her rally, but its smallness in size has allowed Prince Albert to implement a radical environment policy. The first results are showing good acceptance levels and encouraging results as people swap their car for a bus... 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. Monaco: Home To New Olympic Campaign With a reputation as a campaigner for the environment, Prince Albert of Monaco has turned his attention to the sporting world and is to head a new Olympics campaign designed to promote a better world through sport, as well as the environment. Monaco: Home to "Peace and Sport" A new organisation that sees sport as a route to world peace has just been established, and the first meeting has been held in Monaco. Monaco Yachts Attract Royalty and Multi-Millionaires The 2006 Monaco Yacht Show enjoyed a record attendance. Royals and multi millionaire businessmen were the prime target audience, and the yachts were up to the occasion. Monaco Welcomes 2008 Olympic Year Monaco doesn't feature in the Olympic medals list very much, but Prince Albert is a leading light in the IOC and has launched a new campaign based on the Olympic ideals. Monaco Tells The Rich - Reduce Your Carbon Footprint The world's top playground for the rich, and where quite a few of them live too, is trying to get their wealthy residents to reduce their carbon footprint. In the land of Ferraris, superyachts and the Monaco Grand Prix the leadership is coming from the very top. Monaco Set To Cut 2007 Carbon Emissions A campaign by Prince Albert of Monaco to make fellow world leaders aware of environmental issues is being matched at home with a radical drive to make Monaco one of the leading environmentally friendly countries in the world. The plan initiated by Prince Albert is already being implemented with resulting reduced emissions... Monaco Real Estate Breaks The Million Euro Barrier Turning a millionaire and his money down doesn't come easy to many realtors, but with even the cheapest of studios edging towards the million Euro level it's happening more often in the tax haven of Monaco. And prices are set to rise further still in the year ahead. Monaco Joins The Business World Monaco is to start calculating it's GDP for the first time. For the second smallest country in the world it's an indication that her status as a tax haven won't stop Prince Albert wanting to play a bigger part in world affairs. Monaco Grand Prix Tops Travel Poll An opinion poll in the UK named the Monaco Grand Prix as the ultimate sporting event destination for most British people. The glamour of Formula 1 and Monte Carlo make the Monaco Grand Prix a perfect combination of travel and sports. Monaco Grand Prix Success The 2006 Monaco Grand Prix was won by Spain's Fernando Alonso in a Renault. The Grand Prix is the only one of the season run on ordinary streets instead of a purpose built circuit, and is seen almost as much as social event as a great sporting occasion. Monaco Goes Green Home & Away A radical drive is underway to make Monaco one of the leading environmentally friendly countries in the world. The plan initiated by Prince Albert is already being implemented with resulting reduced carbon emissions...
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