More Aussies 'booking ahead online'

Australian travellers are increasingly booking their flights and hotels well in advance via the internet, according to new research.

Nearly two-thirds of flights from Australia purchased through the Zuji website were booked four weeks or more in advance during the ...

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Posted by Merv at 08:00, 1 December 2006

Barcelona 'hotspot for British parents'

Barcelona comes top of the list for British parents when considering a short family holiday, according to new research.

Nearly a quarter of parents cited Barcelona as their favourite short break city, the study by Takethefamily.com revealed.

The Spanish hotspot ...

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Posted by Andrew at 08:00, 1 December 2006

Top ski breaks revealed

Britons looking to go on a skiing break this winter could try one of the top ten getaways for the season in a list compiled by AITO Specialist Travel Agents.

The organisation revealed some of the best places to visit over ...

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Posted by Penny at 11:29, 4 December 2006

Thailand ranking as best value 'heartening'

Thailand is the best holiday destination for those looking to make their money stretch further, according to a survey.

FutureBrand's Country Brand Index ranked the south-east Asian country above the rest of the world for being synonymous with value for ...

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Posted by Paul at 12:20, 4 December 2006

Virgin Atlantic to trial CO2 reduction initiative

British carrier Virgin Atlantic announced yesterday that it is to trial the use of "starting grids" to reduce carbon dioxide emissions and slash fuel burn.

These starting grids consist of holding areas close to the runway, which allow aeroplanes to ...

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Posted by Andrea at 10:34, 5 December 2006

Celebrate paradise in Goa

Travellers looking for a non-stop party experience could grab a flight to Goa for the Goa Carnival in February.

This week-long event sees a series of parades, performances and food and drink galore flood the region in an explosion of ...

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Posted by Carrie at 10:46, 5 December 2006

Tomorrow's circus in today's Paris

Holidaymakers planning to head to Paris next year should not miss the 28th Festival Mondial du Cirque de Demain between February 1st and 4th.

Also known as the International Circus Festival of Tomorrow, this captivating event sees worldwide acrobatic superstars ...

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Posted by Andrew at 11:28, 5 December 2006

A great masquerade in Geneva

Want a short break in Switzerland suitable for all the family? Try flying to Geneva for the city's annual Winter Carnival in February.

This event sees children and adults alike take part in the age-old tradition of spending several days ...

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Posted by Teddie at 12:34, 5 December 2006

Singapore Airlines voted best in the world

Singapore Airlines has been voted the best overall airline in the world by readers of a popular business travel publication.

The airline also won the best international airline, best economy class and best business class menu awards in Business Traveler's ...

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Posted by Teddie at 10:24, 6 December 2006

Brits 'prefer cheap weddings abroad'

Increasing numbers of Britons are flying abroad for their weddings, according to new research.

About 57 per cent of respondents to a poll by First Choice said they would consider staging their wedding overseas, reports Easier.com.

The travel firm found that those ...

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Posted by Mike at 10:49, 6 December 2006

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