News Archive for December 2007

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11/12/2007 Christmas travellers urged to watch out for credit card fees

UK holidaymakers looking to combine their Christmas shopping with a holiday abroad have been warned to watch out for stealth charges while using their credit card overseas. read more..

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11/12/2007 Increase in Brits travelling to Jamaica

More and more UK holidaymakers are opting to take trips to Jamaica, new figures show. read more..

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11/12/2007 SAS unveils self-print boarding pass

Scandinavian Aircraft Systems (SAS) is to introduce self-print boarding passes for passengers who wish to avoid queues at UK airports. read more..

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10/12/2007 Easyjet adds new flight routes

No-frills carrier Easyjet has announced six new flight routes to European destinations to begin next year. read more..

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10/12/2007 BA takes the stress out of air travel

Travellers can help make their trip as stress-free as possible by following a series of simple tips, it has been claimed. read more..

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07/12/2007 New laws will safeguard disabled travellers

New laws set to come into force next year will put much more onus on travel agents to look after the needs for their disabled customers. read more..

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07/12/2007 Virgin Atlantic chief slams Heathrow Airport

The chief executive of Virgin Atlantic has launched a stinging attack on under-fire Heathrow Airport. read more..

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07/12/2007 Travel warning for Washington and Oregon

Travellers planning trips to Washington and Oregon have been warned not to travel following a spate of flooding. read more..

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06/12/2007 Discounted airport parking available for skiers

British skiers going on winter sports breaks over the next few months will be able to park for less at Birmingham airport, thanks to a new scheme from skiparking.com. read more..

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06/12/2007 Queensland launches new backpacker site

A new website has with been launched with the aim of highlighting Queensland's suitability as a holiday destination for backpackers. read more..

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06/12/2007 Yeti prints found in Nepal

Backpackers planning adventure holidays in Nepal could get more adventure than they bargained for - since according to an American TV host, at least, the Yeti is on the prowl. read more..

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05/12/2007 Gap year travellers shunning travel insurance

The numbers of young people going on gap year holidays without travel insurance is a matter of serious concern, according to the founder of a gap year holiday website. read more..

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05/12/2007 Backpacker guide published by SA government

It’s not often that tourists can claim that their holiday is directly helping the local economy of the country they visit, but for backpackers in South Africa, it’s becoming a reality. read more..

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05/12/2007 New Zealand named top travel destination

New Zealand has been named the UK’s favourite international holiday destination in the Daily Telegraph Travel Awards 2007. read more..

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04/12/2007 One in six Brit skiers shun the slopes

A significant number of UK holidaymakers who opt for holidays in skiing resorts have never set foot on the slopes, it has been revealed. read more..

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04/12/2007 Backpacker scores in rugby try-out

An Australian backpacker recently experienced an adventure no amount of Lonely Planet Guides and preparation could have prepared him for when he was unexpectedly called up to play international rugby. read more..

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04/12/2007 Overseas tourists lured by movie locations

The lure of locations in Britain that have featured in movies are proving more and more of a draw to tourists, it has been claimed. read more..

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03/12/2007 Virgin Atlantic staff vote on strike

Virgin Atlantic staff have begun voting on whether to strike, with the outcome potentially spelling trauma for thousands of British holidaymakers. read more..

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03/12/2007 Wedding insurance claims for cancellations double

Wedding insurance claims for cancellation have risen dramatically this year, according to new figures. read more..

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03/12/2007 Budget carrier adds flights to Iceland

Holidays to Iceland are about to become even more accessible to travellers on a budget - with the addition of more flights from a budget airline. read more..

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