http://www.femalefirst.co.uk/travel/ Get all the latest Travel news in a convenient RSS feed. en-gb Fri, 9 May 2008 20:46:46 +0100 Copyright: (C) Play-2-Win Ltd http://www.femalefirst.co.uk/_furniture/gfx/logos/femalefirst.png http://www.femalefirst.co.uk/travel/ 1. Get enough sleep Sleep is essential for the body to function properly and most people require an average of 8 hours a night. Try to catch up on lost sleep before you depart on holiday and during long-haul flights do your best to get as much sleep as possible. This way you will arrive refreshed and relaxed at your holiday destination. 2. Manage your time http://www.femalefirst.co.uk/travel/Top+Tip+For+Travelling-643.html http://www.femalefirst.co.uk/travel/Top+Tip+For+Travelling-643.html Fri, 14 Mar 2008 10:03:15 +0000 Travel New research reveals that 55% of Brits can't speak a second language. And 47% wouldn't know who to call in the event of an emergency abroad. http://www.femalefirst.co.uk/travel/A+new+travel+lifeline+for+Brits+abroad-642.html http://www.femalefirst.co.uk/travel/A+new+travel+lifeline+for+Brits+abroad-642.html Wed, 12 Mar 2008 11:38:00 +0000 Travel So who did you take to bed last night? The chances are the ruffled covers and hairs on the pillow aren’t from any human companion but rather your best beloved, of the pooch or moggie variety. In a recent survey conducted by budget hotel chain, Travelodge, 48% of women admitted to letting their pet sleep on, or in, their bed each night with a lip-s... http://www.femalefirst.co.uk/travel/Girls+reclaim+mans+best+friend-641.html http://www.femalefirst.co.uk/travel/Girls+reclaim+mans+best+friend-641.html Fri, 7 Mar 2008 10:02:39 +0000 Travel Virgin Atlantic has become the world’s first airline to fly on biofuel from London Heathrow to Amsterdam. The airline flew one of its Boeing 747s using a sustainable type of biofuel based on coconut and babassu oil - the first time in the world that an airline has run this biofuel in-flight. http://www.femalefirst.co.uk/travel/Virgins+Green+Flight-640.html http://www.femalefirst.co.uk/travel/Virgins+Green+Flight-640.html Mon, 25 Feb 2008 14:12:53 +0000 Travel GUINNESS STOREHOUSE®, HOME OF GUINNESS, PREPARES FOR ITS THIRD From Saturday 15th March through to Monday 17th March 2008, Guinness Storehouse, home to the world’s most famous beer, will throw open its doors and invite visitors from all around the world to join in with the St. Patrick’s Day celebrations at the third, and what is set to be largest, Guinness Storehouse Festival. http://www.femalefirst.co.uk/travel/St+Patricks+Weekend+Festival-639.html http://www.femalefirst.co.uk/travel/St+Patricks+Weekend+Festival-639.html Fri, 15 Feb 2008 15:41:35 +0000 Travel Find out why booking a break from the norm is the best thing you can do for all round well-being in 2008 In this exclusive video psychologist Sue Keane and Tony Hopkins from Direct Holidays will be explaining how a change of scenery, or even the promise of a rest from your daily responsibilities can be good for you at this time of year. As well as... http://www.femalefirst.co.uk/travel/holiday-638.html http://www.femalefirst.co.uk/travel/holiday-638.html Thu, 14 Feb 2008 12:06:10 +0000 Travel Valentines Day is coming up and ladies, 2008 is a leap year which means it’s traditional for us to propose to our man. So, if you’re planning on popping the question or if you just want to get away from the daily hassles of home life, Female First looks at the top places to stay in the UK, Europe, USA and, for those deep pockets, the Rest of the World. http://www.femalefirst.co.uk/travel/romantic-637.html http://www.femalefirst.co.uk/travel/romantic-637.html Wed, 13 Feb 2008 13:54:58 +0000 Travel If the idea of hearts and flowers isn’t really your cup of tea and you’d much rather do something a little bit different then there are loads of special places you could visit to add a little twist to the day of love. Picnics on the Piste Could you imagine enjoying a romantic meal at -2 degree and in the snow? Well if you love skiing and want a... http://www.femalefirst.co.uk/travel/romantic-636.html http://www.femalefirst.co.uk/travel/romantic-636.html Wed, 13 Feb 2008 13:50:28 +0000 Travel Travelling further away from home can often mean you get the benefit of warm sun, sandy beaches and crystal clear oceans and you can probably extend your love day into a love week. Although it might me a bit more hassle and you might have to tighten the purse strings on other luxuries, why not spoil yourselves and find a nice little secluded cove t... http://www.femalefirst.co.uk/travel/romantic-635.html http://www.femalefirst.co.uk/travel/romantic-635.html Wed, 13 Feb 2008 13:47:55 +0000 Travel For those of us who fancy getting away from Britain without the hassle of long flights or jet lag, there are many city breaks on offer for your very own passionate holiday. Paris, France Where better to spend Valentines Day than in Paris with the love of your life? There is no doubt that Paris is one of those cities where you can feel the love lingering in the air. http://www.femalefirst.co.uk/travel/romantic-634.html http://www.femalefirst.co.uk/travel/romantic-634.html Wed, 13 Feb 2008 13:45:12 +0000 Travel Not all of us can afford to jet off for Valentines Day but it is surprising the places you can visit in Britain whilst still getting away from the drags of your daily home life. Many places in Britain in February could be all the more romantic should we get a bit of snowfall, so wrap up warm and take romantic boat rides in the lakes, enjoy the trad... http://www.femalefirst.co.uk/travel/romantic-633.html http://www.femalefirst.co.uk/travel/romantic-633.html Wed, 13 Feb 2008 13:40:51 +0000 Travel Brits lift 94 million bottles of shampoo from hotels each year Each year, light fingered Brits are helping themselves to 94 million bottles of shampoo, 64 million sewing kits and 42 million plastic shower caps from hotel rooms, according to research from Hotels.com, the world’s most visited hotels booking site.* http://www.femalefirst.co.uk/travel/Clean+Getaways+89+of+Brits+help+themselves+to+hotel+takeaways-632.html http://www.femalefirst.co.uk/travel/Clean+Getaways+89+of+Brits+help+themselves+to+hotel+takeaways-632.html Wed, 13 Feb 2008 09:51:31 +0000 Travel The Rio de Janeiro carnival is due to take place in just three weeks’ time – a hedonistic riot of samba and sequins famous the world over. But Carnival isn’t just celebrated in Brazil’s most recognisable city – towns all over the diverse country pride themselves on putting on just as thrilling a show. We’ve picked out four of the best right here: ... http://www.femalefirst.co.uk/travel/carnival-631.html http://www.femalefirst.co.uk/travel/carnival-631.html Wed, 30 Jan 2008 15:24:51 +0000 Travel Although it can sometimes be hard to find a holiday which is exciting, exhilarating and different there are some companies on the market which can cater for people who are constantly searching for that ultimate adrenaline rush or sense of true achievement. Challenge Events are one company who might just have everything you’re looking for from an ac... http://www.femalefirst.co.uk/travel/Activity+holidays+to+get+you+all+hot+and+sweaty+this+summer-630.html http://www.femalefirst.co.uk/travel/Activity+holidays+to+get+you+all+hot+and+sweaty+this+summer-630.html Fri, 18 Jan 2008 17:02:48 +0000 Travel It’s the time of year when the brochures pile up on the coffee table and we all start to think about where we want to go for our annual summer holiday. Everyone wants something different from their chosen destination; some people want a throbbing club scene whilst others prefer somewhere remote and tranquil. However a quarter of the population migh... http://www.femalefirst.co.uk/travel/smoking+holidays+travel+Dubai+Japan+Cuba-629.html http://www.femalefirst.co.uk/travel/smoking+holidays+travel+Dubai+Japan+Cuba-629.html Wed, 16 Jan 2008 14:51:39 +0000 Travel A trip to the sunshine maybe just the way to escape the misery brought on by the end of the festive season, but how do you make sure you banish those blues in the greenest way possible? After all, flying in an 'eco friendly' manner could appear to be a contradiction in terms. http://www.femalefirst.co.uk/travel/Green+air+travel+is+it+possible-628.html http://www.femalefirst.co.uk/travel/Green+air+travel+is+it+possible-628.html Fri, 4 Jan 2008 09:48:17 +0000 Travel January 31st is often an excuse to go out, drink the bay dry, and hug everyone you meet. Well, in Britain anyway but venture across time zones and your eyes can be opened to a whole host of different cultures and traditions. The residents on the central Pacific Ocean island of Kiritimati, also known as Christmas Island, claim to be the first to ush... http://www.femalefirst.co.uk/travel/New+Year-625.html http://www.femalefirst.co.uk/travel/New+Year-625.html Sun, 30 Dec 2007 08:34:00 +0000 Travel A new campaign is being launched to create an additional public holiday for Great Britain. A survey of over 150 MPs found that more than half are supportive of introducing a new bank holiday with only a third of them opposing the idea. Although the odds do seem to be in favour of the extra day being granted, the public will need to be proactive ... http://www.femalefirst.co.uk/travel/Bank+Holiday-627.html http://www.femalefirst.co.uk/travel/Bank+Holiday-627.html Wed, 26 Dec 2007 13:10:00 +0000 Travel A University of Leicester academic has given evidence to the House of Lords' Science and Technology Committee. Dr William Toff, Senior Lecturer in Cardiology, gave expert evidence to the inquiry on Air Travel and Health. He told the committee that, "for the average traveller, the use of aspirin is a relatively ineffective intervention” in the preve... http://www.femalefirst.co.uk/travel/Taking+Aspirin+Before+a+LongHaul+Flight+Could+Do+More+Harm+Than+Good-626.html http://www.femalefirst.co.uk/travel/Taking+Aspirin+Before+a+LongHaul+Flight+Could+Do+More+Harm+Than+Good-626.html Sat, 22 Dec 2007 13:11:19 +0000 Travel There’s more to Gibraltar than meets the eye Are you wondering where you can find a truly alternative 2008 travel experience? There are not many destinations that provide the opportunity to explore two continents, but Gibraltar's position at the southernmost tip of the Iberian Peninsula means it is only a 20 minute ferry ride from North Africa... http://www.femalefirst.co.uk/travel/Gibraltar-624.html http://www.femalefirst.co.uk/travel/Gibraltar-624.html Mon, 19 Nov 2007 12:43:38 +0000 Travel