| Andorra Properties Beat The Recession by Roger Munns |
Far East, Canadian, Australian, US and European land and property values are in freefall - but there are still areas that resist the economic slump.
Andorra, Europe's second most popular tax haven, could see property prices rise while those around drop. |
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| Malta: A Getaway for Young and Old by Roger Munns |
| Malta, once considered a getaway for retirees, is attempting bring in a youthful demographic. Recently, the Tourism Authority changed its efforts to attract a younger, wealthier group of people. This renewed focus has paid off, as the number of young people visiting the island has risen significantly in the first few months of 2008. |
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| Aviation Awards For Good Service by Roger Munns |
Airline mergers and bigger planes seem to be the future for aviation.
But one company - with a single plane - has been challenging the big companies on service and fares. |
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| An Unconventional Destination: Resort Holidays in Menorca by Roger Munns |
| Menorca, a territory of Spain, is one of the Balearic Islands located in the Mediterranean Sea. Menorca has a spot for everyone, whether they are seeking a relaxing holiday on a remote beach, the excitement of a bustling city, the convenience of a resort, first-class dining or a variety of sporting activities. |
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| Environmental Protection and Ecotourism by Roger Munns |
| Local governments of high-tourist destinations are taking matters of environmental protection into their own hands. To maintain sustainable tourism in the Balearic Islands, Mallorca promotes a campaign that endorses environmental protection. Similar campaigns exist in the Caribbean. |
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| Falling Property Prices Worldwide Epidemic by Roger Munns |
| Recent research from varying organizations around the world shows an alarming drop in property prices, not just in certain countries, but around the world. Current price falls are causing lenders to rethink their strategies. The decrease in the price of property worldwide could mean good news for investors. |
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| Traditional Hotspots or New Sights by Roger Munns |
Traditionally, British families tend to prefer making holiday plans that include visits to the Canary Islands or the Balearic Islands.
Young adults making their own holiday plans this year without the accompaniment of their families are looking toward the Costa del Sol, Tenerife and Majorca. |
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| Strikes In Spain Hit Holiday Resorts by Roger Munns |
| Strikes in Spain over the rising cost of fuel has hit the country's holiday resorts - but many tourists booked their trips months before they knew of industrial action. |
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| Spain - A Magnet for Newcomers by Roger Munns |
Gone are the days when Spain was seen by fellow Europeans as a country to spend two weeks a year on holiday.
Many have moved there full time, and more are joining ex-pats who prefer Spain to their home country. |
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| Making Top Movies in Malta by Roger Munns |
| More movie-makers are looking to Malta when they need a beautiful, tranquil or exotic location to film their latest movie. Over the years, several movies and television shows have been filmed in Malta, a small island nation located in the Mediterranean Sea. |
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| Health Risks of Contaminated Pools on Holiday by Roger Munns |
Travelling overseas can pose health risks for holidaymakers.
Contaminated pools in Majorca are just one example of this... |
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| Mediterranean Lifestyle May Contribute To Longer Life by Roger Munns |
| The Mediterranean island of Menorca was the life-long home of one of the oldest people in the world. The man who passed away recently at 114 advised regular physical activity, a mild climate and a healthy, Mediterranean diet. |
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| Ski Resorts in the French Alps by Roger Munns |
The French Alps are home to some of the most well-known and well-travelled ski resorts in Europe. Just because it is summer doesn't mean ski season is over entirely.
Glacier skiing in the Alps is very popular among die-hard ski enthusiasts. |
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| The 2008 Valletta Boat Show: Bigger, Better, Beautiful by Roger Munns |
| The 2008 Valletta Boat Show promises to top the 2007 event. A larger space and more exhibitors will draw a sizable crowd to the beautiful Maltese town of Marsa. |
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| Sweet Powder: Skiing in France by Roger Munns |
| With more than 400 resorts to choose from, knowing which ski resort in France is the best for you can be daunting. In addition to those located in the Alps and the Pyrenees, there are resorts in the Jura and Vosges mountains, in the Massif Central and even on the island of Corsica. |
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| 2008 Sailing Competitions in Mallorca by Roger Munns |
| Mallorca hosts several sailing competitions throughout the year. Palma de Mallorca, the 12th largest urban area of Spain, is also host to the King's Cup as well as several other regattas. King Juan Carlos de Borbon and his son Prince Felipe will join the races together. |
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| Spain Has The Mix For 2008 Holidays by Roger Munns |
| It's going to be a long hot summer for tourist spots around the world with record oil prices and recession looming - but Spain has more than just beaches to attract today's holidaymaker. |
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| Tenerife Environmental Group Suggests Alternative Energy Sources by Roger Munns |
| Protecting the environment of Tenerife is of utmost importance, especially for the new environmental group. The island has made impressive strides in protecting the environment and paving a path of natural energy resources for the future. |
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| Journey Around the Bay: St. Paul's Bay, Malta by Roger Munns |
The northern stretch of Malta is a much lesser-known area than other parts of the island, with the exception of the St. Paul's Bay area, one of three large resorts on the island.
St. Paul's Bay is the ideal vacation spot if you like to incorporate a bit of this and a bit of that into your holiday. |
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| Cruise Destination - The Mediterranean's Mallorca by Roger Munns |
The best part of a cruise in the Mediterranean are the Balearic Island stopovers.
Mallorca is a favourite for passengers taking a day on land. |
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| Summer Holidays 2008 - Menorca by Roger Munns |
Menorca has been a popular holiday destination for European tourists for over thirty years.
And there's good reasons why the island sees the same holidaymakers return time after time... |
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| Diminishing Snow Falls Expected in the Pyrenees by Roger Munns |
| The future of snow covered ski slopes is dim. Rising operating costs and reduced snow fall are predicted and they are cause for concern for the owners of ski resorts. |
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| Summer Sun Protection Tips by Roger Munns |
Summer sun often leads to painful sunburns that could lead to unsightly scarring, or skin cancer.
Not getting sunburned takes some special planning, and sunglasses for example are a very important factor to any summertime wardrobe. |
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| Lanzarote Cruz Promotes Holiday Island by Roger Munns |
Penelope Cruz's arrival for filming on the holiday island of Lanzarote caused quite a stir among the locals recently.
They know a good film well distributed can bring in new tourists by the plane load! |
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| Tenerife Property Holding Up In Recession by Roger Munns |
| Tenerife's property market is doing surprisingly well - with many potential buyers worried about a recession there are still good sales being made. |
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