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Athlete gives Maldives the gold medal
July 31 2008
British heptathlon sportswoman Jessica Ennis has named the Maldives as her favourite holiday destination.
Chef gets a taste for Maldives holidays
July 30 2008
Celebrity cook Gordon Ramsay has developed a liking for the islands of the Maldives.
Cruz in Lanzarote - though not on holiday
July 30 2008
Actress Penelope Cruz has been spotted enjoying the sands of Lanzarote during a break from her busy work schedule.
Brits 'need to learn to relax' on holiday
July 29 2008
Holidays do not provide instant stress relief as Brits often take vacation time to unwind, claims a new survey.
Bumbags still worn by 1 in 10, survey shows
July 29 2008
Travellers remain attached to their bumbags for security when overseas, according to a poll.
Dubai holidays 'no longer as expensive'
July 28 2008
Jetting off to Dubai is now an affordable option for many holidaymakers as the country's cost of living continues to fall.
Tenerife - a paraglider's paradise?
July 28 2008
Paragliding fans could be soon swooping in on the popular destination of Tenerife as the resort becomes a popular activity holiday hotspot.
US preferred by Brits and Irish
July 28 2008
The US has been voted a "top destination" by British and Irish holidaymakers, according to a new worldwide survey.
Bulgaria 'is best for ethical travel'
July 25 2008
When it comes to ethical travel, Bulgaria has been listed as one of the top destinations in the world.
Month of poetry in Mexico
July 25 2008
This autumn, Britons taking flights to Mexico for their holidays can look forward to culture as well as sunshine and sandy beaches.
Holidays 'are about cultural experiences'
July 24 2008
Britons are no longer happy to simply lie on the beach while on holiday, instead they want to enjoy cultural experiences, it has been claimed.
Dubai tourism growth will "take a bit of beating"
July 24 2008
Officials in Dubai are confident of the region's tourist appeal, anticipating that it will continue to last.<br/>
Brits brace themselves for big summer exodus
July 22 2008
Despite concerns about credit and the environment, two million Britons intend to jet overseas this July.
Turkey 'tops' for Brits who pick east over west
July 22 2008
Britons are increasingly looking to Eastern Europe for holiday bargains while the current cost of the euro is so expensive, it has been reported.
Majorca has star appeal
July 21 2008
A recent report has made clear what many people already knew - that the Balearics and Majorca in particular has an appeal that means celebrities cannot stay away.
Sterling performance 'boosts Turkish tourism'
July 21 2008
The performance of sterling against the euro in recent months has seen interest in visiting Turkey increase considerably among British tourists, it has been claimed.
Canine fashion given Majorcan twist
July 18 2008
The world of canine fashion is to be given a distinctly Majorcan twist by one of the island's top design experts.
Tourist urged to trot along to Manacor
July 18 2008
Tourists from the UK heading over to Majorca for their holidays this year have been urged to check out the sport of trotting in the town of Manacor.
Geldof plans Majorca break with his girls
July 17 2008
Sir Bob Geldof has reportedly whisked his hell-raising daughters off for a holiday in Majorca.
Festival draws thousands to Tenerife
July 17 2008
A centuries-old festival has drawn thousand of revellers to the island of Tenerife in the Canaries again this year.
Egypt tops for women
July 17 2008
Egypt has topped a poll of women who were asked where they would most like to visit before they 'kick the bucket'.<br/><br/>
Cultural holidays in Egypt
July 16 2008
Egypt's Cairo, a popular day trip destination for holidaymakers residing in Sharm El Sheikh, is home to "cultural treasures", which are of interest to tourists, it has been claimed.
Bulgaria is 'multifaceted holiday destination'
July 16 2008
Britons choosing Bulgaria as their holiday destination have the option of a variety of styles of holidaying, it has been reported.<br/><br/>
Cruisers 'make up growing sector of Majorca tourist industry'
July 16 2008
A rising proportion of Majorca's tourist industry is made up by cruisers, it has been claimed.
"Time-poor" Brits 'won't cancel holidays'
July 15 2008
Britons who have booked overseas holidays are less inclined to cancel their breaks than they perhaps were a decade ago, in spite of the looming credit crunch, it has been reported.<br/><br/>
Maldivian holidays 'are like Robinson Crusoe dream'
July 15 2008
One publication has waxed lyrical about holidays in the Maldives, comparing them to a reverie likely to have been had by the well-known dreamer Robinson Crusoe.
Brits are "over-packers"
July 14 2008
When it comes to packing for a hard-earned holiday abroad, Britons take everything with them but the kitchen sink, or so a new study suggests.
Greece and France 'to benefit' from "film tourism"
July 14 2008
Countries the world over are seeing increases in the number of tourists travelling to them as a result of so-called "film tourism", it has been claimed.
Portugal is 'family favourite'
July 11 2008
New research has revealed that Portugal is among the top holiday destinations for parents with children.
Perfect holiday requires "essential mix"
July 11 2008
A new study has revealed that for the perfect holiday, a number of elements must combine.
Travellers issued with "tips"
July 11 2008
Advice has been given to holidaymakers who are keen to keep their belongings safe on a holiday abroad this summer.
Nadal takes well-earned break in Majorca
July 10 2008
The new champion of Wimbledon has been showing his famed biceps off the court this week, as pictures emerged of him splashing in the surf on holiday in Majorca.
Dales duo do Dubai
July 10 2008
Two young actresses who are more likely to be spotted on the sheep studded hills of the Yorkshire Dales were pictures enjoying a hard earned break in the United Arab Emirates earlier this week.
The Algarve is 'popular holiday destination'
July 9 2008
The Algarve is growing in popularity as a favourite holiday destination for Britons, new research has revealed.
"Beautiful beaches" on holiday in Menorca
July 9 2008
Britons taking holidays in Menorca can expect "beautiful beaches" and much more besides, according to one commentator.
Niche religious tourism "booming" in Turkey
July 9 2008
Holidays aimed specifically at conservative Muslim men and women are "booming" in Turkey, it has been claimed.
Foreign holidays are "part of our lives"
July 8 2008
Summer holidays are an essential part of Britons' lives, one commentator has suggested.
Dubai tourism 'promotes investment'
July 8 2008
Dubai's position as a popular Persian Gulf holiday destination has raised the profile of neighbouring Gulf Coast countries as places for potential external investment, it has been reported.
Exotic beach holidays are best for Whiley
July 7 2008
DJ Jo Whiley has revealed details of her favourite holidays, including a trip to the Caribbean for her honeymoon.<br/>
Light, sound and water show in Dubai
July 7 2008
A new giant fountain, anticipated to attract more than ten million tourists per year, is to be built in Dubai.
Tourism grows in spite of economic woes
July 4 2008
Tourism is continuing to grow in 2008 despite wider economic concerns, according to new research.
Bingo winner in bid for Tenerife break
July 4 2008
A retired lady from Cumberland has won big on the bingo - and now plans to celebrate with a holiday in Tenerife.
'Posh' Portugal and Zante favoured by Brits
July 3 2008
Portugal and Zante are among the trendier holiday destinations according to a survey of 4,000 Britons.
'Bargain' Turkey attracts Brits
July 3 2008
Turkey is becoming an increasingly popular holiday destination for Brits, especially in light of the rising cost of the euro, it has been reported.
Italy is named 'best in Europe'
July 3 2008
Italy has been named the winner of the title Best European Country in the Sunday Times Travel Magazine Reader's Awards.
How to keep healthy on holiday
July 2 2008
The many thousands of Britons who are currently in the throws of planning their summer holiday getaways have been advised to make provisions for common ailments before travelling.
'Pack light clothes' for holidays in Dubai
July 2 2008
Visitors to Dubai have been issued with some advice on travel to the sub-tropical emirate.
Brits prepared to 'cling' to holidays
July 1 2008
UK holidaymakers are continuing to find the money to go on holiday, despite the country being in the midst of an economic downturn, it has been reported.
More to see on safaris in Kenya
July 1 2008
Following endorsement from celebrities such as Sir Richard Branson and supermodel Naomi Campbell, the animals of Kenya are also standing up to be counted.
