Travellers urged to be savvy over currency

Holidaymakers flying abroad in the near future should make sure they do their research when it comes to exchange rates, according to the Post Office.

The strong pound versus the US dollar has recently hit the headlines for prompting numerous Britons ...

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Posted by Kate at 11:22, 25 April 2007

More Brits 'save up for holidays'

Britons are increasingly taking the time and effort to save up for their dream holiday, according to one expert.

A recent change in holidaymaker expectations, as well as a desire to see more of the world, has led to breaks abroad ...

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Posted by Carrie at 10:11, 26 April 2007

Travellers 'benefiting from overseas ATMs'

Britons heading abroad are increasingly benefiting from the availability of cash machines in their chosen holiday destinations, according to one expert.

Despite the relatively high cost of using credit and debit cards overseas, these products, together with ATMs, make it much ...

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Posted by Andrea at 10:12, 26 April 2007

More Britons head overseas

New figures have indicated that the popularity of overseas breaks is continuing to rise.

According to a report from the Office for National Statistics, 68.4 million trips abroad were made during the 12 months to February, an increase of 2.5 per ...

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Posted by Paul at 10:15, 26 April 2007

BAA reveals future airport plans

Airport operator BAA has published its 11-year plan, including traffic forecasts and proposals for investment in the three major UK airports.

The organisation said that it expects 2.8 per cent more passengers a year to pass through Heathrow, Gatwick ...

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Posted by Paul at 10:48, 26 April 2007

London City Airport announces 20% growth

The number of services operating from London City Airport has grown by a fifth since December last year, it has been announced.

Since the airport was purchased four months ago 11 new services have been launched, meaning that the hub ...

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Posted by Kate at 10:51, 26 April 2007

Take a tour of France

Held between July 7th and 29th 2007, the world's premier cycling event – the Tour de France - is sure to pull in the crowds.

Featuring 20 stages and covering 3,500 km of the some of the most beautiful countryside and ...

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Posted by Paul at 17:37, 27 April 2007

Running with bulls in Pamplona

Boasting parades, dancing, music and spectacular fireworks, the Fiesta de San Fermin in Pamplona, Spain, promises to be a colourful and cultural experience for holidaymakers.

Held between July 7th and 14th, the fiesta has been a feature of this ...

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Posted by Clare at 17:47, 27 April 2007

E-tickets 'provide greater security'

The adoption of electronic ticketing (e-ticketing) technology is providing a greater level of security and convenience for passengers, according to a new report.

Having seen its own level of airline bookings issued as e-tickets increase significantly, Abacus International has claimed that ...

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Posted by Teddie at 17:50, 27 April 2007

Corfu and Mykonos added to BA network

British Airways franchise carrier GB Airways will commence scheduled flights from London Gatwick to Mykonos and Corfu in early May.

The Corfu service will operate from 2nd May, with flights on Mondays, Wednesdays, Fridays and Saturdays until 26th October.

The flights to ...

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Posted by Dave at 18:32, 28 April 2007

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