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Sun 4 U Direct enter administration

13 Aug 2010 by David Jackson     
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As of 21:00 hours on Wednesday the 11th of August Sun 4 U Limited has ceased trading leaving many holidaymakers stranded whilst alternative arrangements are sought. Amongst those affected are 1200 travellers stranded in Spain.
Anyone covered by the ATOL scheme, which is run by the Civil Aviation Authority (CAA), will be able to finish their holiday and [...]

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Brits planning to head abroad this summer

6 Jan 2010 by David Jackson     
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After the year of the so called ’staycation’ in 2009 the travel industry believes that Brits will prefer to head oversea this year in search of some guaranteed sunshine!
The poor weather across Britain during the summer of 2009 combined with whats’ proving to be a bitterly cold winter is likely to act as a catalyst for overseas holiday [...]

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College Hotel Recommended for Tourists Heading to Amsterdam

26 Aug 2009 by Sixt rent a car News     
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A journalist has suggested that those keen to be met by cheery, attentive staff should head to the College Hotel in Amsterdam, which employs workers who are taking their first steps in the industry.
If service with a smile is a must while you are on holiday, a trip to Holland may be a safe bet.
Jon [...]

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UK Honeymoon Enquiries Rise

26 Aug 2009 by Sixt rent a car News     
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A new study has shown that there has been a rise in the number of people enquiring about taking their honeymoon in the UK. It is no surprise that Britons are considering close-to-home honeymoons because of the environmental impact of a wedding, it has been claimed.
Justin Francis, managing director with responsibletravel.com, said that the average [...]

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Brits ‘looking for cheap French breaks’

25 Aug 2009 by David Jackson     
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An expert has suggested that Brits may opt for cheaper breaks in France rather than rule out a trip across the Channel altogether, which could result in high demand for car hire in Paris.
Many holidaymakers are looking for cheaper options when it comes to trips to France, an expert asserts.
Nina Richards, deputy editor at FrenchEntree.com, [...]

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Family Holiday’s on the up!

19 Aug 2009 by David Jackson     
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More people are setting off on family holidays as a way of spending time with their nearest and dearest, which could lead to more people using car hire in London on their city breaks.
Family holidays are increasing in popularity as people prioritise spending quality time with their loved ones, which could include a trip using [...]

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New Photography Section For The Blog

6 Jul 2009 by Mike Osolinski     
Filed under: Photography     Tags: , , , ,

We are always looking for new ways to get our visitors more involved in the blog and participate in some way and since one of my hobbies and great passions is photography(although I am still really a beginner!) I thought that it would be great to put a travel photography category on the here [...]

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Earn Money From Your Holiday

19 Jun 2009 by Mike Osolinski     
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Beat The Recession By Turning Your Holiday Into An Investment
With many people struggling to cope with day to day costs at the moment, a holiday is probably the last thing on the agenda for most of us. Unfortunately, those who have planned trips months in advance and already paid are left with little option but [...]

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New campaign to highlight the risks of drink driving.

5 Jun 2009 by David Jackson     

The Department for Transport is launching a new campaign to highlight the risks of drink driving.
A government arm is reminding those who have rented a hire car while on holiday to avoid drinking before going behind the wheel.
The Department for Transport warns that it will be working with the police to clampdown on this practice [...]

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