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- 27/10/2008 -
Ryanair calls for German airlines to cut 'unfair' surcharges
Ryanair has appealed to two German airlines to cut their fuel surcharges as the cost of oil falls to (£39) per barrel.
- 27/10/2008 -
Halloween hosts 'must check pet insurance policies'
People who plan on welcoming trick or treaters into their homes this Halloween should ensure that their pet insurance covers them against unexpected accidents, Defaqto has warned.
- 27/10/2008 -
Winter travel insurance customers opt for ski holidays
More Britons are choosing ski holidays away from the UK this winter, according to figures released by Ski Club Great Britain, it has been reported.
- 24/10/2008 -
Biba stresses importance of travel insurance
travel insurance is just as important as your suitcase, according to the British Insurance Brokers' Association (Biba).
- 24/10/2008 -
Travel costs to fall in 2009
The cost of travel in 2009 will fall as flight and hotel rates are set to reduce, it has been predicted.
- 24/10/2008 -
Lifelong ban still stands for animal cruelty woman
The woman at the root of the RSPCA's biggest ever animal cruelty rescue haul has had her appeal to lift her lifelong animal ban quashed, it has been reported.
- 24/10/2008 -
Animal centre given a helping hand
The owner of an animal centre in Hillingdon, Uxbridge has been given a boost after a group of graduates leant a helping hand.
- 24/10/2008 -
New Zealand wins travel award
Winter travel insurance customers planning a trip abroad may be tempted by New Zealand following the news that it has been named one the UK's favourite destinations.
- 24/10/2008 -
PDSA calls for sponsors
TThe PDSA is calling on animal lovers in Portsmouth to help raise funds to ensure it is able to continue its work.
- 24/10/2008 -
The Queen's first ski holiday
The Queen concluded a four-day tour of Slovenia and Slovakia today which included her first ever visit to a ski resort, it has been reported.
- 23/10/2008 -
Safety is first in ski helmet design for winter travellers
People planning a skiing holiday this year can rest assured that they will hit the slopes in style as ski helmet design goes daring, it has been suggested.
- 23/10/2008 -
Air council voices passengers' worries
travel insurance customers, who used to make holiday decisions based on price, are now mainly concerned about financial protection and worry about airlines going bust according to the Air Transport Users Council.
- 23/10/2008 -
Pet owners advised to animal-proof their homes
A vet at the People's Dispensary for Sick Animals hospital in Swansea has urged pet owners to safeguard their homes from objects that could be potentially dangerous to animals.
- 23/10/2008 -
Pet owners mystified by 45 cat disappearances
Ace Ventura pet detective would have his work cut out for him in the small Worcestershire town of Stourbridge, also known as the Bermuda Triangle for cats.
- 23/10/2008 -
Pet retailer donates money for animal welfare
A pet shop has donated money to a number of animal welfare charities.
- 22/10/2008 -
ERA may face a difficult time amidst credit-crunch 'uncertainty'
The European Region Airline Association (ERA) has announced that the current economic climate is creating "a lot of uncertainty" in the industry.
- 22/10/2008 -
Winter travel should be booked in advanced to make vital savings
People planning Christmastime and winter travel should take advantage of the railways this year according to thetrainline.com.
Given current economic circumstances this is likely to be the tightest Christmas in years. - 22/10/2008 -
The world's top haunted hotels to visit at Halloween
Asian online hotel service agoda.com has provided Halloween holidaymakers with a list of its top haunted hotels around the world.
- 22/10/2008 -
Aviation emissions will rise regardless of technological advances
Aircraft technological advancements will not reduce absolute aviation emissions, according to action group Plane Stupid.
- 22/10/2008 -
Bonfire night warning to pet owners
A UK-based pet charity has urged pet owners to take steps to ensure their animals are safe on Bonfire Night.
- 22/10/2008 -
Family takes legal action over holiday
A Hull family is considering taking legal action after being struck down by illness while on holiday.
- 21/10/2008 -
RSPCA house visits to UK pet owners
Pet owners in North Wales will benefit this week from expert advice on how to look after animals as part of the RSPCA's Community Animal Action Week Initiative.
- 21/10/2008 -
Travel insurance purchases may be affected in half-term holiday slowdown
Fewer people are expected to purchase travel insurance in October as soaring holiday prices affect the half-term market it has been suggested.
- 20/10/2008 -
Diet tips for UK's overweight pets
The Pet Food Manufacturers Association (PFMA) has released diet tips to owners in a bid to tackle canine and feline obesity.
- 02/10/2008 -
Twiggy takes to the runway for Greyhound Trust
Pet insurance customers looking to add to their families may want to consider choosing a retired greyhound as they make "perfect pets", according to one organisation.
- 02/10/2008 -
'Surge' in bookings with ATOL members recorded
More people are booking flights with ATOL-affiliated operators following the collapse of several airlines, it has been claimed.
- 01/10/2008 -
Family holidays on the rise
The current economic conditions are prompting many people to take family holidays in order to save money, a travel insurance provider has reported.
- 01/10/2008 -
Dog owner launches appeal
The owners of a Great Dane-Newfoundland cross are appealing for help to pay for an operation that could save the dog's life.
