27 November 2007 Zimbabwe is "safe" for tourists
The African nation of Zimbabwe is a safe destination for tourists, it has been claimed.Japanese Association of Travel Agents chairman Dr Toru Furusawu made the comment as he encouraged the region to target the 17 million annual Japanese overseas tourists, the Herald reports.Dr Furusawu added that... [more]

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Travel Resources and Archive27 November 2007 'Helping' holidays for families
A new type of holiday is available, targeted at families who wish to learn about other cultures and help out during their travels.Volunteering holidays, offered by Hands Up Holidays, offers families the opportunity of seeing the sights of a country while also undertaking a "meaningful"... [more]

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Travel Resources and Archive27 November 2007 Virgin Atlantic and Spice Girls launch naming comp
Virgin Atlantic and pop groupthe Spice Girls have launched a naming competition for the band's fans, it has been announced.Followers of the "girl power" group will be able to help Baby, Posh, Sporty, Scary and Ginger christen a new jumbo jet in the girls' honour.The five Spices, also known... [more]

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Travel Resources and Archive26 November 2007 Displaced cruise passengers flown to Chile
The remaining passengers of ill-fated cruise ship M/S Explorer were evacuated to Punta Arenas, Chile, yesterday, after the vessel hit an iceberg and sank in the Antarctic waters late last week.In total 77 people were flown to Chile by the air force of Santiago and some were given medical... [more]

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Travel Resources and Archive26 November 2007 Mexico funds to protect butterflies, boost tourism
The government of Mexico has announced a plan to inject cash into one of the country's butterfly reserves in an effort to boost tourism in the region, it has been reported.According to the Associated Press, $4.6 million (£2.22 million) will be spent on purchasing more equipment for the Monarch... [more]

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Travel Resources and Archive26 November 2007 Heathrow runway is "only long-term solution"
The only long-term solution to the Heathrow Airport congestion problem is a third runway, it has been claimed.Giovanni Bisignani, director general of the International Air Transport Association (IATA) made the comment following the government's announcement that there is to be a consultation on the... [more]

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Travel Resources and Archive26 November 2007 Honeymoons 'still integral part of wedding'
The popularity of honeymoons for newlywed couples has not waned, it has been revealed.According to hitched.co.uk, the honeymoon is an important aspect of a wedding as it is the first chance for a newly-married couple to spend time alone together.Furthermore, Francesca Moore, a spokesperson from... [more]

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Travel Resources and Archive23 November 2007 New luxury lounge at Gatwick
Passengers travelling through Gatwick Airport can now take advantage of a new executive suite known as the Aviance Lounge.Developed as a relaxation area for pre-boarding passengers the facility comes complete with new ceilings, lighting, toilets and furniture and computer workstations. A... [more]

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Travel Resources and Archive23 November 2007 Cape Town awaits 3m tourists
A total of three million tourists are expected to visit Cape Town, South Africa, between October and March next year, it has been reported.According to its regional tourism authority, these visitors to Cape Town and the Western Cape are expected to be made up of both local and international... [more]

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Travel Resources and Archive23 November 2007 How to overcome a fear of flying
Would-be holidaymakers who find their ambitions of world travel hampered by a fear of flying may soon find themselves free of trepidation thanks to a selection of courses designed to eliminate aircraft apprehension.According to price comparison site Cheapflights.co.uk, the courses - from Aviatours,... [more]

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