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26 May, 2013
Posted on Thursday, June 30th, 2011
Despite the fact both UK customs and immigration officers joined the public sector strike action today, it’s been reported that passengers at major airports have not suffered any significant delays.
According to the Guardian, both Heathrow and Gatwick said passport control queues were hitting Home Office targets. At Manchester Airport, only passengers to America were facing delays of up to an hour.
Posted on Thursday, June 30th, 2011
Singapore may have traditionally been better known for its relaxing atmosphere than its cutting edge cultural offerings, but things are changing with a new generation of Singapore residents and expatriates making the city ever edgier and more exciting.
Borrowing inspiration from New York and Hong Kong, secret dinner clubs are now taking the city by storm, offering some new experiences for food fans planning on holidays in Singapore.
Posted on Wednesday, June 29th, 2011
Rome has long been seen as a romantic holiday destination, with the Italian capital more associated with more love songs and romance filled films than any other city apart from France.
However, travel writer Gabriel Hershmann recently went back after thirty years with her family and recounted her more modern holiday in Rome to the Sofia Echo.
Posted on Wednesday, June 29th, 2011
Orlando looks set to remain the hottest US tourist hot spot in the USA, according to recent figures.
The city, popular for holidays in Florida, received a record number of holidaymakers visiting the city during 2010. Its tourist board has published figures showing that 51 million people came to holiday in Orlando last year and the trend is apparently set to continue in 2011.
Posted on Wednesday, June 29th, 2011
Ancient history buffs considering a holiday in Greece can now take advantage of a new tour of ancient Crete “Minoans, Greeks and Romans”.
The tour will take visitors around many Minoan sites including Malia, Phaistos and Knossos, Crete’s number one tourist site. The tour party will consist of 20 guests, two staff archaeologists, a local guide and a tour manager.
Posted on Tuesday, June 28th, 2011
A new street sign system is to be introduced in New York to help both residents and tourists alike find their way around.
The new initiative is designed to promote pedestrianism as a way to reduce subway crowds, boost local shops and make it easier for tourists to enjoy a holiday in New York.
Posted on Tuesday, June 28th, 2011
A windswept island off the coast of Canada’s Newfoundland province is being transformed into a haven of cutting edge art.
Fogo has a population of 2,700 fishermen or their descendants, along a larger population of gannets “whose shrill cries provide a constant soundtrack.” Not the type of place you’d expect a meeting of artistic minds to take place.
Posted on Monday, June 27th, 2011
Florida’s Palm Beach has been name ‘Best Summer Vacation Spot & U.S. Luxury Destination’ by a new survey. US News & World Report have named it twice in its 2011-2012 Best Vacations list, which is assembled from a 50/50 analysis of both user and expert opinions. Palm Beach was given a #11 worldwide ranking for “Best Summer Vacations”, and #9 for “Best Luxury Destination”.
The resort boasts more than 47 miles of pristine Atlantic beaches; in excess of 200 hotels and boutique properties; world-class restaurants, spas, golf courses and shopping; exciting downtown areas and an assortment of cultural venues. Palm Beach also hosts several festivals and many sporting activities that will keep you on edge of your seat. These attractions help make The Palm Beaches area one of the best places to experience in Florida.
