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In brief...: Brits snub attractions

As many as 20 per cent of people never visit tourist attractions within 10 miles of their home. Read

Join the Sicily club

Kamarina resort with its family-friendly ethos is the perfect holiday destination Read

In brief...: Brits ignore credit fears

Most Britons are determined to go ahead with holiday travel plans despite the credit crunch, according to a survey. Read

In brief...: UK seaside resorts blow

Britons may have once warmed to seaside holidays, but younger tourists now find UK beach resorts decidedly uncool, a survey showed. Read

In brief...: Club's litter clean-up bid

The Ski Club of Great Britain is encouraging mountain users in Scotland to do their bit for the environment by picking up litter dropped during the ski season. Read

Go sailing in Greece

Enjoy sun, sea and the local hospitality on Lemnos island Read

In brief...: BA shifts NY flight service

British Airways is scrapping its Manchester to New York service but plans to begin daily flights to the Big Apple from Gatwick. Read

In brief...: Long-haul trips pay off

With the pound plunging against the euro, British holidaymakers will get more value for money travelling to places such as Thailand, South Africa and Egypt rather than Mediterranean hotspots, a travel cost index showed. Read

In brief...: Joint venture climate plan

Thomson will join forces with First Choice and introduce the "World Care Fund" for all summer 2009 bookings. Read

Northern exposure

Discover the scenic delights of Norway and maybe even catch a glimpse of the Aurora Borealis on a cruise Read

In brief...: Hay fever: drivers' alert

The number of road accidents caused by hay fever sufferers is not to be sneezed at, a study highlighted. Read

In brief...: BA's image poll boost

British Airways, under fire for the disastrous Heathrow Terminal 5 opening, received some welcome news from a survey of travellers worldwide. Read

In brief...: plans to expand

Butlins has unveiled plans to build asecond hotel at its popular Bognor Regis holiday resort. Read

In brief...: Airline gets new look

New seats, cabin design and in-flight entertainment are being introduced on Cathay Pacific's long haul routes. Read

In brief...: Discounts on cruises

Costa Cruises is marking its diamond anniversary with discounts of up to 20 per cent on selected 2008 sailings. Read

Diamond capital is cut above the rest

Beautiful Antwerp offers tourists plenty of surprises Read

In brief...: Weak dollar hits cruising

European cruising is in danger of losing some of the lucrative American market because of a weak dollar, a survey has found. Read

In brief...: Cheap car hire deals

Car hire rates for British drivers in Europe this summer are falling in the face of fierce competition - as major operators in the sector battle for bookings against newcomers keen to undercut rates and charges. Read

In brief...: Airline boost for Irish fans

A new long haul air route to the Beijing Olympics for Irish sports fans has opened. Read

Go French in Montreal

Want to stand out from the crowd? Head for this Canadian city where style is always in fashion Read

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