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US Banks Hit Euro Tax Havens Despite banks in the US cutting interest rates to stave off a recession, confidence levels are low and are being felt as far away as the tax havens in Europe. Airline Takeover Slashes 2008 Malta Flight Prices European low cost airline easyJet has taken over European routes previously served by British Airways, and the new competition is already seeing flight and holiday prices to Malta tumble for summer 2008. The Shame Of Spain F1 Fans The world of motorsport was thrown into turmoil recently as British F1 driver Lewis Hamilton was subject to racist abuse in Spain. Leave the Cigarettes at Home When Visiting France! Allowing the smoking of cigarettes in public places is become increasingly rare in Europe, and France is now added to the list of countries that have opted for a ban. Traditional Majorca Regatta Focal Point of 2008 Olympic Sailing Year With the Olympic Games just months away, the Majorca Regatta in March provides an opportunity for yachtsmen and women to show they should be selected. Prince Albert Raises Money For The Monaco Environment As global warming becomes an increasingly debated subject, for one leader in Europe there's no doubt that the future of the planet is in jeopardy. Holiday Bookings for 2008 From Ireland to Overseas Destinations After a wash out summer Irish holidaymakers are planning their 2008 trips early, and many are choosing off the beaten track locations. Monaco Property Prices Beating 2008 Economic Gloom Claims have been made that European tax haven Monaco's real estate prices are too expensive. But an on-line Monaco guide says it's not true, and that Monaco property could rise more in 2008. Calling Entrepreneurs - Monaco Needs You! Monaco is home to the rich and famous, but the second smallest country in the world is putting out a call for entrepreneurs to move there. 2008 Economic Slow Down Could Hit Euro Tax Havens Europe's tax havens have seen rising property prices and buoyant economies in recent years, but oil prices and a global economic slowdown could hit both Monaco and Andorra in 2008. Award Winning Mallorcan Hotels Many holiday destinations want to stand out from the crowd as quality locations, and Mallorca is doing just that with some of their hotels being recognised for top industry awards. Brits Push Malta To New Tourism High For 2008 The number of British holiday makers chooisng to visiting Malta has increased substantially, with the island set to break new records in 2008. When East Goes South East Midlands airport's recent reports confirm that the rush for winter holidays and booking summer holidays early isn't confined to one area of the UK, and East Midlanders are flying south to get some winter sunshine! 2008 Attack On Tax Havens The UK's Tory Party is producing policy statements to help them win the next Geneal Election. Their plan to reform taxation and abolish inheritance tax could affect the European tax havens of Monaco, Andorra and Gibraltar. Flying Start For 2008 Holidays The travel industry has got off to a flying start for 2008, with some on-line travel companies reporting a near 20 per cent rise compared to 2007. Tenerife Takes Action to Protect the Environment Holiday islands vulnerable to climate change are taking action to protect the enviroment tourists visit for, and the Spanish Island of Tenerife is taking a lead. Hotel Chain Expands to Spain Travelodge in the UK has operated a successful business model, and is now expanding to Spain. Celebs Hit Aspen Ski Runs Of all the US ski resorts, Aspen in Colorado is the best. Be prepared to share the slopes with celebrities! Brummies Beat The Winter Blues! With a summer of flooding behind them, and a British winter to look forward to, record numbers of people from the UK's Midlands are taking a winter sunshine holiday. Climate Change to Reduce European Holidays to the Mediterranean It's a battle royal in 2008 as environmentalists see air travel as a main contributor to carbon emissions. The holiday companies are offering better deals than ever before in financial terms - the green lobby says it will cost the earth. Spain: A Golfer's Paradise Spain is home to many of golf's great sporting tournaments - and more championship courses are on their way for 2008 for both competition and leisure. The Queen and Duke's Marriage Come Full Circle Queen Elizabeth has been Britain and the Commonwealth's monarch for over 50 years, but recently found time to make a visit to Malta where she lived with Prince Philip after they married. Monaco: Home to "Peace and Sport" A new organisation that sees sport as a route to world peace has just been established, and the first meeting has been held in Monaco. Cruise Ships Boost 2008 Malta Holiday Ambitions Cruise ships are including Valletta in Malta as a Mediterranean destination more often as part of an overall itineary, and it's come at a time when the island is seeing record numbers of people visiting for a holiday by air - the combination could lead to 2008 being a record year for Malta holidays. Menorca: Too Good to be Overlooked If you're wondering where to go on vacation this summer, the Spanish island of Menorca is sure to delight tourists and could be a good choice. Canary Islands To Host 65 Concerts January to March 2008 Music lovers everywhere will be in for a treat if they visit Lanzarote this winter... Good News For The Mediterranean In 2007 Global warming and rising ocean temperatures are changing the way the world is thinking about the future - but news out of Monaco suggests things could be better than previously suggested. Eco-Minded Skiers Take the Train With the 2008 ski season upon us, more European skiiers are switching from flights to trains to help the environment. Tenerife Goes Bananas For Tourists The Spanish holiday island of Tenerife has come up with a unique idea that will ensure tourists won't forget their visit to the island... Skiing In Innsbruck: The 'In' Thing To Do There's a host of ski regions to choose from in Europe for this year's ski holiday season - but few can match the atmosphere generated by Innsbruck in Austria. Andorra Skiing More Affordable with Low Cost Airlines Skiing holidays were once the preserve of the rich, but as the low cost airlines turn their attention to the ski resorts more and more families are able to afford a ski holiday in countries like Andorra. Malta Hilton Crowned 'Regional Energy Champion' The Hilton Hotel group has been taking major initiatives on the environment, with the Hilton in Malta doing particularly well. Canada Pulls the Plug on Big Air Extreme skiing is fun for some, but not for others seeking a family orientated holiday in the snow. Canada is taking action in some of her resorts to tame the extreme skiers. Celine Dion Ready to Wow Them Worldwide Best known for the song in the film Titanic, Celine Dion is about to leave Las Vegas for a worldwide tour. Late Surge For 2007 Andorra Real Estate Andorra property has had a very mixed 2007. An unusually slow start, big spenders saving the first half of the year, and the big spenders out again to give the market a late boost. The Many Muses of Mike Oldfield Mike Oldfield entertained the world in the 70's with his album Tubular Bells, which in turn helped Virgin take off to be the company it is today. Ski Holidays Look Cool For 2008 The ski season is upon us, and some resorts are already booked out for the 2007/8 season. Despite early snow falls, the resorts are taking no chances and have invested heavily to make sure 2008 ski holidays are the best ever. Grand Prix Drivers Do Monaco One of sport's great spectacles is the Monaco Grand Prix - but quite a few drivers choose Monaco as their permanent home. Autumn Snow Brings 2008 Ski Season Hope Weather patterns across Europe this year led to heatwaves in some countries, and floods in England. But October's snow in Austria and the Pyrenees brought welcome hope to Andorra that 2008 could return as a normal ski season after a poor 2007. Monaco Welcomes 2008 Olympic Year Monaco doesn't feature in the Olympic medals list very much, but Prince Albert is a leading light in the IOC and has launched a new campaign based on the Olympic ideals. Self-Catering Holidays: The Hottest Way to Travel In today's world of booking a holiday on the internet, self catering holidays have really come into their own, with photos and even videos showing off villas and apartments that could be home for a week or two. 2007 Euro Vacation Winners Europe's tourists are more cosmopolitan in their choice of overseas holidays nowadays, but some of the old favourites seem to have been drawing the tourists again this year... Spend the Holidays Cruising the Mediterranean Mediterranean cruises are becoming increasingly popular, and the Spanish island of Menorca has one of the deepest ports in the world, allowing even the biggest cruise ships to sail in for a day or two. Albert II Planning Second Polar Visit From signing the Kyoto Protocol to slashing the price of bus transport in the home of the most famous Grand Prix - Prince Albert of Monaco continues his campaign for the environment. Credit Squeeze Reaches Tax Havens Financial markets worldwide are rocking and mortgage companies in the US and Europe are tightening up who they lend to. The credit squeeze is even impacting on steady tax havens like Andorra. Vacationing the Spanish Coast Spain's best known tourist areas are the Costa del Sol and the Costa Blanca - and they're fighting it out to increase the number of tourists visiting them. Mallorca: The Ticket to the Ultimate Sports 2008 Golf Vacation The Mallorca golf classic tournament showed off one of Europe's best golf courses, and is a reminder why the island is such a hot destination for golf holidays. Malta Goes Dotto For 2008 Tourists Malta's expecting more visitors in 2008, and is investing in tourist friendly transport for next year's holiday season. Takeover Fuels Cheap Malta Flight Speculation The recent takeover of GB Airways by low cost flight specialist easyJet adds an extra dimension to the increasing competition for flights to Malta in 2008. New England Ski Industry Faces New Challenges Global warming and a lack of staff could present the ski slopes of New England with double trouble this ski season... Malta Holidays Industry Celebrates 2007 Success After years of a declining market, the Mediterranean holiday island of Malta has successfully turned her fortunes around to remain a major player in the holidays market. Monaco Puts Out A Call For More British Entrepreneurs The number of British people living in Monaco has soared in recent years. Now Prince Albert has put a call out for more British entrepreneurs after seeing their valuable contribution to the Monaco economy and business community. High Demand for Cheap European Airfare Increases Prices A late rush for holidays this summer meant that traditional low cost flight companies were able to raise their prices from the UK to the European mainland, including the holiday hotspots of Majorca and Menorca. Film Production in Malta A new film about ancient Egypt is due to start filming in 2008, following hard on the hels of well known blockbusters such as Troy, Gladiator and the da Vinci Code. Spanish Islands Attract The Brits Sunshine, the Mediterranean and a relaxed way of life is tempting more and more Brits to both holiday and live on Spanish islands like Majorca and Menorca. Andorra Property Beats 2007 Slow Down Higher interest rates across Europe and a slowing property market threatened to send tax haven Andorra's house prices into reverse for the first time in a generation this year. But a good summer has edged prices up. Malta Gains As Cheap Flights Get Even Cheaper For 2008 News of another airline deciding to fly to Malta has put pressure on low cost airlines to cut their airfares even more to attract holiday makers - and boosting Malta's holidays and hotels further. Spanish Delight As Majorca Chosen For Hotel Site The holiday island of Majorca has a real cosmopolitan mix of tourists, from tenneagers to the elderly, from clubbing to luxury villa holidays. And Majorca has been chosen to be home to a new luxury hotel which will compare with the world's best. Spanish Holiday Islands Enjoy Hot 2007 Tourist Summer A summer of cloudy skies, rain and in some areas of England floods has helped Spain and her holiday islands to a good year for tourist arrivals. The Balearic islands of Majorca and Menorca benefitted particularly well. Third World To Benefit From New Andorra Aid Policy Tax haven Andorra is beginning to take overseas aid more seriously and for the first time is beginning to give assistance to Africa. Soap Boosts 2008 Malta Vacation Bookings Europe's longest running television soap opera, Coronation Street, has aired episodes fimed on the holiday island of Malta. Holiday and hotel enquiries have risen for the 2008 season. Spain Ad Campaign Targets British Tourists Spain and her islands have been popular for holidays for nearly half a century. And the Spanish are spending money to ensure they stay the favourite destination for the British. Banking Boost For Menorca Real Estate UK demand for Spanish properties has seen British banks opening branches near the most popular areas, with Menorca being one of the beneficiaries. One bank is opening a branch on the quietest of the Balearic Islands, Menorca, anticipating further demand. Ski Resorts Fear Greenhouse Will Melt Away 2008 Tourists Skiing holidays are a major part of the travel indistry, but global warming means countries like Andorra might have to diversify. Learning English Pays Malta Dividends With tens of thousands of Europeans wanting to learn English, the ex British colony of Malta has seen a rise in the number of students from abroad studying at their English language schools. Bank Crises Hits Spanish Home Owners For 2008 Owners of second homes in Spain are facing a squeeze on several fronts. Higher mortgage payments on their first and second homes, and some might not be able to get rental income at all. Spain Spending More To Attract 2007 Visitors For forty years fellow Europeans have flocked to Spain and her islands for their holidays. But with new competition the Spanish tourist authorities are now spending money to keep their position as Europe's favourite holiday destination. Tour de France 2007 Shame This year's Tour de France ended in scandal. But the future could be a better one for the world's best known cycling event. When You're a Tourist, Mind Your Manners Tourism is vital to many economies, but sometimes it comes at a price... New Prime Minister Fuels 2007 Tax Havens Britain's new Prime Minister Gordon Brown has hit the ground running, and in his first few weeks has had to deal with crises in agriculture, floods, Iraq and Afghanistan. While opinion polls show his Labour Party with a ten per cent lead, the tax havens of Andorra and Monaco have seen an increase in enquiries from UK residents. A Friendly British Invasion Spanish politics is seeing British arrivals get more involved, with some election results for local and national government hinging on the British vote. Summer Snow Brings 2008 Ski Season Hope Weather patterns across Europe have led to heatwaves in some countries, and floods in England. But snow in the Pyrenees brought welcome hope to Andorra that 2008 could return as a normal ski season after a poor 2007. Malta Gets Street Cred The world's longest running television soap opera, Coronation Street, has aired episodes fimed on the holiday island of Malta. Holiday and hotel enquiries have soared... Majorca To Have Spain's Top Hotel Majorca is a large enough holiday island to be able to cater for the luxury end of the market as well as the traditional bucket and spade package holiday. And the island is set to host Spain's most upmarket hotel. Budapest's Engines were Racing for the Hungarian Grand Prix A major row with team mate Fernando Alonso didn't stop Lewis Hamilton gaining an impressive victory at the Hungarian Grand Prix. Low Cost Flight Pioneer Plans Extra Malta Routes The island of Malta has changed from opposing low cost airlines to actively pursuing them to boost her tourist market. And the airline that started it all is introducing a new route to Malta. Kidman In New Monte Carlo Movie Hollywood glamour is set to meet Europe's glamour in a new film produced and starring Nicole Kidman, in a romantic comedy called Monte Carlo. 20 Year Low For Andorra Ski Holidays In 2007 A 20 year low for the Andorra ski industry ended this year with the slopes closing two weeks early. The ski resorts are preparing for what is hoped will be a better 2007/8 season. Yachting World Boost For Menorca 2007 Tourism The Spanish island of Menorca, the quietest of the Balearic Islands, is set to welcome the Classic Yachts weekend. It's a boost for the island's tourism figures. Monaco Real Estate Set For High 2007 Price Increases Monaco and London have been swapping places for the most expensive property in the world, and a studio apartment has just gone on sale in Monte Carlo for over a million Euros... Monaco: Home To New Olympic Campaign With a reputation as a campaigner for the environment, Prince Albert of Monaco has turned his attention to the sporting world and is to head a new Olympics campaign designed to promote a better world through sport, as well as the environment. Malta Clicks For Cheap Flights Another airline has decided to fly to Malta, putting pressure on cheap flights to the holiday island to drop further still. New Airport Boost For Andorra Ski Holidays And Property Andorra is set to welcome a new airport fifteen minutes from her border with Spain, which will boost the number of ski tourists significantly. Monte Carlo Tops Eurozone Real Estate League Property sales are showing Monte Carlo as the highest priced real estate within the Euro zone. With demand high prices in Monte Carlo could go higher still this year. Flood Hit Brits Head For Spanish Sun A wash-out summer in the UK, compounded by widespread flooding in parts of England, has led to a surge of summer holiday bookings. Spain is the favourite destination for the British escaping the rain, with the islands of Majorca and Menorca doing particularly well. British Banks Open For Spanish Property Demand for Spanish Property from the UK has seen British banks opening branches near the most popular areas. One bank is opening a branch on the quietest of the Balearic Islands, Menorca, anticipating further demand. Snow Problems For Andorra Ski Holidays Heavy snow a day before the first official day of Spring bought joy to the hoteliers in the ski resorts of Andorra. But it was too little too late to turn around the 2007 season after a disastrous beginning of the ski holiday period for four of the five months. Spain Beats Off 2007 Eastern Tourist Competition Spanish Holidays have found new competition from the former Eastern Bloc countries, appealing to Europeans who like their lower prices. But Spain has updated her image, and this year has been successful for them, with good summer bookings. Ferrari Win British Grand Prix With a Lewis Hamilton victory hyped before the race, British F1 fans were to be in for a disappointment as Ferrari took the chequered flag for the second race in a row. Andorra Property Recovers To Positive Territory For 2007 A poor start to 2007 has turned to a good first half year for Andorra's estate agents, with property inflation expected to hit over ten per cent. Singles Outspending Families On Spanish Holidays Facts and figures released by the Spanish tourist authorities show that a single tourist is likely to spend more than an entire visiting family. Monaco Environment Plan Starts To Work Monaco might be the world's second smallest country, but its smallness in size has allowed Prince Albert to implement a radical environment policy. The first results are showing good acceptance levels and encouraging results.. The Pain In Spain Falls Mainly On The Brits British owners of second homes in Spain are facing a squeeze in several fronts. Higher mortgage payments on their first and second homes, and some might not be able to get rental income at all. Tourists Flock To Spain For 2007 Spain's Mediterranean has been the favourite holiday destination for the British, Germans and other Europeans for nearly fifty years. Cheap destinations in the former Eastern Bloc and cheaper air travel to other destinations have provided a challenge to Spain, but 2007 has started well. Students Boost Malta Tourist Economy The number of students visiting Malta to learn English has risen in recent years, and the sector is becoming an important part of Malta's tourist based economy. Spanish Property To Drop Value 2007 For the first time since the late 1980's property in Spain could be set to fall. High interest rates and new markets are contributory factors. Monaco Studio Breaks The Million Euro Level With Monaco and London vying for the most expensive property in the world, a studio apartment has just gone on sale in Monaco for over a million Euros... Andorra Opens The Door For More Tax Exiles Tax free Andorra has seen a sharp rise in residency applications over the last two years as rival tax haven Monaco's property prices have become among the most expensive in Europe. The Andorra authorities have responded by more than doubling the residency application quotas allowed in any one year. New 2007 Flights For European Club Capital The club scene in Ibiza is at it's busiest in the summer, and brings in good tourist revenue for the island. New routes from her main UK market could mean an increase in tourists for the island this year. The French Grand Prix Bids Au Revoir At Magny-Cours Ferrari clinched an impressive 1-2 at the French Grand Prix, the last one to be held at Magny-Cours.
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