Travel News Archive, August 2008

Travel News Archive, August 2008

Manchester Airport owner 'may bid for Gatwick'

Speculation is mounting that Gatwick Airport is to be sold off if the Competition Commission orders the break-up of its owners BAA this week.

Read more: Manchester Airport owner 'may bid for Gatwick'
Posted by Penny, 19 August 2008 16:07

Weakening economy hits airport passenger numbers

A slowing economy and the increasing effect of the credit crunch on consumers across the UK have been blamed for a drop in the number of passengers using the country's biggest airports.

Read more: Weakening economy hits airport passenger numbers
Posted by Clare, 19 August 2008 16:07

Rock 'n' roll in Paris

Music fans are in for treat this month as the Festival Rock en Seine comes to the French capital Paris on August 20th, 28th and 29th.

Read more: Rock 'n' roll in Paris
Posted by Carrie, 19 August 2008 16:09

Manchester Airport trials new security measures

Passengers at Manchester Airport are among those taking part in a trial-run of new identity aimed at improving airline security, it has been reported.

Read more: Manchester Airport trials new security measures
Posted by Clare, 19 August 2008 16:09

Florida 'to begin welcoming tourists today'

The Florida Keys is set to begin welcoming visitors today (August 20th) following the arrival of Tropical Storm Fay in the US state.

Read more: Florida 'to begin welcoming tourists today'
Posted by Kate, 20 August 2008 10:05

Brits spending savings on holidays

Brits are blowing some £50 billion of savings on holidays every year, according to new research by Abbey.

Read more: Brits spending savings on holidays
Posted by Merv, 20 August 2008 15:08

Long-haul destinations 'becoming more interesting to Brits'

British travellers are becoming increasingly interested in long-haul holidays, according to a new survey.

Read more: Long-haul destinations 'becoming more interesting to Brits'
Posted by Penny, 20 August 2008 15:11

Some 2m to flee wet weather this weekend

Some two million British people are set to escape one of the wettest Augusts in years by going on holiday this weekend, according to the Association of British Travel Agents (Abta).

Read more: Some 2m to flee wet weather this weekend
Posted by Clare, 21 August 2008 08:25

Israel expecting record tourism year

The Israel tourist board has revealed that the country is expecting to see a record number of visitors this year.

Read more: Israel expecting record tourism year
Posted by Penny, 21 August 2008 10:11

American Airlines launches mobile broadband

American Airlines has announced the launch of its new mobile broadband service, Gogo, provided by Aircell.

Read more: American Airlines launches mobile broadband
Posted by Teddie, 21 August 2008 10:14

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