Travellers from the UK have changed their booking habits when it comes to flying, it has been revealed.
According to Skyscanner, this could mean tourists are missing out on the cheap flights to Thailand or India, for example.
Research released by the organisation found that, in 2009, British holidaymakers searched for flights an average of 34 days before they travelled, compared with 146 days ahead of their trip the year before.
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Wednesday, February 3, 2010
Brits 'losing out' on all-inclusive holidays to Thailand
Almost two-fifths (39 per cent) of British tourists are wasting money booking all-inclusive holidays to Thailand, South Africa or other popular destinations, it has been revealed.
Research carried out by sunshine.co.uk found that many people jetting off on trips where everything is paid for up-front are losing out by not taking full advantage of the facilities on offer.
The company found that 57 per cent of those on all-inclusive breaks ventured outside of their hotel for at least one meal during their stay, while 49 per cent of respondents did not realise that facilities such as spas and gyms were part of the package.
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Research carried out by sunshine.co.uk found that many people jetting off on trips where everything is paid for up-front are losing out by not taking full advantage of the facilities on offer.
The company found that 57 per cent of those on all-inclusive breaks ventured outside of their hotel for at least one meal during their stay, while 49 per cent of respondents did not realise that facilities such as spas and gyms were part of the package.
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Tuesday, February 2, 2010
Delhi has "real urban glamour"
People who are taking flights to Delhi this year should make sure they spend a few days wandering around the city's streets before moving on to visit other areas in India, it has been recommended.
Travel journalist Stephen McClarence described Delhi as a city with "real urban glamour" in an article for the Daily Telegraph and urged tourists visiting the city to take time to explore and not just see the usual holidaymaker hotspots.
Among his suggestions of must-see sights are the Red Fort and neighbouring Jama Masjid mosque in Old Delhi.
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Travel journalist Stephen McClarence described Delhi as a city with "real urban glamour" in an article for the Daily Telegraph and urged tourists visiting the city to take time to explore and not just see the usual holidaymaker hotspots.
Among his suggestions of must-see sights are the Red Fort and neighbouring Jama Masjid mosque in Old Delhi.
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Jet off to India for alternative skiing holidays
Booking flights to India and travelling to the rural region of Kashmir could prove to be a great choice for an alternative ski break, according to one travel journalist.
Writing for the Observer, Tom Robbins explained that he had the "most interesting, unusual, fabulous ski trip" on his visit to Kashmir and the Himalayan resort of Gulmarg.
He commented that one of the things that makes the area so special is the "sense of space" because there are not many people staying in the mountains in this region in the north-west of the country that forms part of the border with Pakistan.
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Writing for the Observer, Tom Robbins explained that he had the "most interesting, unusual, fabulous ski trip" on his visit to Kashmir and the Himalayan resort of Gulmarg.
He commented that one of the things that makes the area so special is the "sense of space" because there are not many people staying in the mountains in this region in the north-west of the country that forms part of the border with Pakistan.
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Kerala makes 'an excellent family holiday'
People who want an exotic holiday that will occupy the children as well as themselves could do worse than booking flights to India and travelling on to Kerala, according to one travel journalist and mother.
Writing for the Guardian, Caroline Philips explained that she selected the south Indian state for a trip with her two daughters and was happy to find the children enjoyed it as much as she did.
Her trip took in areas in the north of the region, which are still considered off the beaten tourist track, she commented.
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Writing for the Guardian, Caroline Philips explained that she selected the south Indian state for a trip with her two daughters and was happy to find the children enjoyed it as much as she did.
Her trip took in areas in the north of the region, which are still considered off the beaten tourist track, she commented.
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Monday, February 1, 2010
Rocking out on flights to Delhi
Flights to Delhi in mid-February could be a more rocking affair than is often the case.
That is because fans of the rock genre may be flocking to the region to attend the Rock in India event, which is scheduled to take place on February 20th.
If flights to Delhi are not available, flights to Bangalore for February 22nd will allow travellers to attend the second staging of the festival.
However, some criticism of the event has arisen this year after the billing took on a slightly different format to previous years.
Past headliners have included Iron Maiden, Machine Head and Megadeth; but this year's concert is led by the Backstreet Boys and Richard Marx.
As part of the event, the organisers have created a "rock democracy" where local rock groups are listed on the festival's website.
The initiative is intended to give Indian rock acts the opportunity to connect directly with their fans, as well as being showcased during the concert itself to visitors from all over the world.
That is because fans of the rock genre may be flocking to the region to attend the Rock in India event, which is scheduled to take place on February 20th.
If flights to Delhi are not available, flights to Bangalore for February 22nd will allow travellers to attend the second staging of the festival.
However, some criticism of the event has arisen this year after the billing took on a slightly different format to previous years.
Past headliners have included Iron Maiden, Machine Head and Megadeth; but this year's concert is led by the Backstreet Boys and Richard Marx.
As part of the event, the organisers have created a "rock democracy" where local rock groups are listed on the festival's website.
The initiative is intended to give Indian rock acts the opportunity to connect directly with their fans, as well as being showcased during the concert itself to visitors from all over the world.
Jet Airways wins customer loyalty award
Flights to India with Jet Airways allow passengers to enjoy the services of an award-winning aviation operator.
The airline currently has 89 aircraft operating from 61 destinations, both in the domestic market and offering flights to India from overseas.
Nikos Kardassis, chief executive officer of Jet Airways, says: "We have always endeavoured to delight our guests with our world-class product and customer service, both in the air and on the ground."
Those efforts have now been rewarded with the news that Jet Airways has secured its third consecutive victory in the Loyalty Awards.
In 2008, 2009 and now 2010, the airline took the accolade of Customer and Brand Loyalty, defeating the competition from other leading airlines each time.
Other titles taken by the operator over the years include the Freddie award for Program of the Year and the TTG Travel Asia accolade for Best Domestic Airline, which it won in 2005.
The airline currently has 89 aircraft operating from 61 destinations, both in the domestic market and offering flights to India from overseas.
Nikos Kardassis, chief executive officer of Jet Airways, says: "We have always endeavoured to delight our guests with our world-class product and customer service, both in the air and on the ground."
Those efforts have now been rewarded with the news that Jet Airways has secured its third consecutive victory in the Loyalty Awards.
In 2008, 2009 and now 2010, the airline took the accolade of Customer and Brand Loyalty, defeating the competition from other leading airlines each time.
Other titles taken by the operator over the years include the Freddie award for Program of the Year and the TTG Travel Asia accolade for Best Domestic Airline, which it won in 2005.