Tips for Visiting Turkey & Other Muslim Countries During Ramadan

With many Britons heading to Turkey and other hotspots over the Bank Holiday weekend it is worth a reminder to be respectful during Ramadan when visiting Muslim countries. 

Ramadan, which is a holy month for Muslims, runs from August 21…

Holiday in the Sun – Why Resist the Temptation?

Despite the recession there are clear indications that Brits have not given up on their holidays, although it appears they are often choosing less expensive alternatives such as self-catering or staycations.  

According to ABTA, the travel organisation, more than two million British…

Flying with TAP to Portugal? Strikes Likely this weekend

Travellers with flights booked to travel to Portugal on August 28 or 29 should be prepared for possible strikes of baggage-handling staff over a pay dispute. There are likely to be delays and possibly flight cancellations at all airports in Portugal. …

66th Venice International Film Festival Sept 2-12

If you were thinking of a last-minute trip to Venice be aware that it is likely to be very busy during the International Film Festival. 

A galaxy of Hollywood A-List celebs and stars will descend to sparkle on the red…

Belgian F1 Grand Prix – Spa Francorchamps – Aug 28-30

The 2009 Formula One ING Belgian Grand Prix takes place this weekend at Spa-Francorchamps in Eastern Belgium, which is just 16km from the German border. Practice begins on Friday, qualifying on Saturday and the Grand Prix main event on Sunday.  Coverage of…

Brits Misbehaving Abroad According to Report

A new annual report released by the Foreign and Commonwealth Office (FCO) has revealed that close to 7,000 Brits were arrested overseas between April 2008 and March 2009 – the majority in Spain (2,290) followed by the USA (1,534) and…

Portugal’s Algarve – Increase in Crime & Sexual Assaults

The Foreign and Common wealth Office (FCO) have reported an increase in crime in the Algarve this summer, including a number of sexual assaults against British women, particularly in Albufeira but in other towns as well.  Other travel advice and…

‘Ride the Dog’ in the UK – Greyhound Buses Arriving

From September 14 2009 we will be able to ride Greyhound buses here at home in England. 

A couple of years ago, UK-based FirstGroup purchased Laidlaw, Greyhound’s parent company, with plans to start up a service in the UK. 

Greyhound buses…

Bermuda – Hurricane ‘Bill’ Watch Still in Effect

The first Atlantic hurricane of the season – a Category 3 hurricane named ‘Bill’ – was downgraded but may be reinstated to Category 4 on Friday.  Strong winds and waves are forecast to batter Bermuda during Friday pm and Saturday…

European Grand Prix in Valencia – August 21-23 2009

Officially the ‘Formula 1 Telefonica Grand Prix of Europe’ the next race of this exciting F1 season will be held this weekend in the streets of the beautiful city of Valencia, Spain.

Practice sessions begin on Friday, with practice and qualifying on Saturday and…