| Menorca Holidays Shake, Rafa and Roll by Roger Munns |
Not since the days of Jimmy Connors and John McEnroe has the world of tennis been as exciting as it is today, as Rafa Nadal from Spain's Balearic Islands and Switzerland's Roger Federer make the game watchable to a mass audience again
The numbers 1 and 2 in the world produced what was widely described by sports journalists around the world as Wimbledon's finest men's final in a generation last July where Nadal triumphed, and then in early February this year the two produced a pulsating final lasting over four hours in another Grand Slam event - the Australian Open |
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| Majorca Goes All Inclusive by Roger Munns |
January is traditionally the month when most British people book their holidays, but quite how many have done so for this year won't be known for a while yet
With the economy in both the US and Europe in recession, holiday destinations are bracing themselves for a dismal summer, as many tourists decide to have a holiday in their own country - or skip holidays altogether for 2009 |
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| Fresh Water Vital for Tourism by Roger Munns |
| The dilemma for many tourist regions is how to keep fresh, clean water flowing to serve their citizens and visitors. And that is no small thing to consider. |
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| Foreign Holidays Don't Fizzle During Recessions by Roger Munns |
| While a recession takes hold worldwide, it seems people are not holed up inside their homes. In fact, despite the recession in Europe and elsewhere, people are spending money on foreign holidays. |
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| Tenerife Wins World Cheese Title by Roger Munns |
| At the 2008 World Cheese Awards, Tenerife, the largest of the Canary Islands, took home the honor for the best cheese. |
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| Obama to Attack Tax Havens by Roger Munns |
America and Europe face a pretty bleak 2009 as the world starts to feel the recession biting, and millions of people could be made unemployed
And as unemployment rises and politicians see their poll ratings slip, part of the blame for the economic downturn will be put on tax havens, with astronomical sums being banded around of how much each country would benefit if tax havens didn't exist |
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| Skiing Austria Just Got Easier by Roger Munns |
| Austrian Airlines recently launched a Skibus service that connects skiers directly to Innsbruck. The Alps have a long-running and well deserved reputation for being some of the best ski territory in the world. Beginners and hard-core skiers alike can find the ideal ski terrain to fit their ski style. |
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| The Day The Phones Stopped Ringing... by Roger Munns |
Monaco has the most expensive property in the world - but is that about to change as the recession kicks in?
One Monaco property company says it knows the exact day when the phones stopped ringing... |
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| Tenerife - The Name Of The Game by Roger Munns |
Once a holiday destination has a reputation, it can take an awful long time to change that image.
To British minds for example areas and islands of Spain including Benidorm and Tenerife can conjure up thoughts of the worst type of holiday... |
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| 2009 Lanzarote Villa Holidays by Roger Munns |
Lanzarote's a fascinating vacation island, with lots to do and see.
And renting a villa can give you the independence you need to be able to plan the holiday you want, at the pace you like. |
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| Tourism in Spain Tops the Charts by Roger Munns |
| The variety of vacation options available in Spain is one of the many reasons to be one of the millions of visitors to vacation there in 2009. According to recent tourism reports, Spain has welcomed 3 percent more tourists in 2008 than in 2007. Between January and September 2009, 41.5 million tourists arrived in Spain. |
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| Malta Targets Younger Holiday Market by Roger Munns |
| The number of holidays being taken in 2009 is going to be lower than previous years...Malta is trying to tap into a younger market in the hope of broadening her appeal. |
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| Great Holidays For 2009 - Cyprus by Roger Munns |
It's the time of year when many people are considering where to go for their summer holidays.
For those who haven't been before, Cyprus might be worth putting on the shortlist. |
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| 2009 Ski Holiday Prices Drop by Roger Munns |
There's good news for skiers this year - prices are lower than last year.
With the recession biting the ski resorts need people to visit them for a holiday! |
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| Green Holidays For 2009 by Roger Munns |
As more people become environmentally aware, the demand for green holidays increases.
Gran Canaria in the Canary Islands has plenty of green credentials for those considering a holiday for 2009. |
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| The Island Of Winter Smiles by Roger Munns |
Winter can be a long and miserable affair for millions of people, who like their sunshine and clear blue skies, and can't wait for the spring to arrive.
Bt if they head off for the Spanish island of Lanzarote for a week or two, they can cheer themselves up with plenty of sunshine and a warm friendly welcome... |
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| Bicycle Holidays In Spain For 2009 by Roger Munns |
For those who have been to Spain for their holidays a few times, there's a different way to see the country - on two wheels.
And Spain has been spending money on improving her cycle rourtes to encourage holidaymakers to enjoy an environmentally friendly holiday. |
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| Exchange Rate Crash Hits 2009 Malta Holiday Plans by Roger Munns |
| Just a few short months ago the British Pound was buying a good amount of Euros and US dollars - but Sterling has sunk, and with it has taken the 2009 holiday plans for some families. |
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| Mosquitoes and Tourism: Cyprus is Fighting these 'Birds' of Prey by Roger Munns |
| A concern for the mosquito's economic impact and public health recently prompted officials in Cyprus to seek a solution. Tourists on Cyprus who consider the insects vacation invaders may find the problem reduced in years to come. |
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| 2009 Ski Holidays In The French Alps by Roger Munns |
It's ski holiday time, and there's a vast array of ski resorts to choose from, most of them offering great skiing.
But the French Alps isn't Europe's favourite ski destination for nothing... |
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| Mixed Predictions for Majorca Tourism by Roger Munns |
| Few sectors have escaped the 2008 economic crisis unscathed. The tourism industry is no exception. Tourism officials and business owners in Spain wait anxiously to see how popular destinations like Majorca will fare in 2009. |
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| Canary Islands Music Festival: A Classical Music Lover's Dream Vacation by Roger Munns |
| The 2009 Canary Islands Music Festival is shaping up to be the best in 25 years. The annual event has been drawing the world's best classical musicians since 1985. It also attracts thousands of foreign tourists to the Canary Islands each year. |
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| Ibiza Tourism Feeling the Economic Pinch by Roger Munns |
| It appears that every sector is feeling the economic pinch in 2008. Ibiza tourism is no exception to this. |
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| Recession Is Temporary - Monaco Class Is Permanent by Roger Munns |
Resorts and holiday destinations worldwide are holding their breath to see if 2008 visitors turn up again in 2009 with the economy in trouble.
But some areas like Monaco will hardly notice the change... |
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| Lanzarote Magic Beats the Recession by Roger Munns |
When people are cutting back on holidays, and the main market is having currency problems, it takes a special kind of place to keep drawing holidaymakers.
It seems that Lanzarote has that kind of magic... |
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