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| Welcome to La Manga Club Spanish Holiday News - the place to find the latest Spanish holiday information and news. Use the categories on the left for all the news about La Manga Club, Spanish Holidays, Golf Holidays and Tennis Holidays. Please also browse our Spanish Holiday features section. | |
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Holiday sales 'look strong' |
30th October 2008 |
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 Holiday sales for this August were down just seven per cent on the previous year, suggesting that despite the economic doom and gloom, hard-working Britons are reluctant to sacrifice their holidays in Spain.
According to Ascent Market Intelligence's Leisure Travel Monitor, the slight drop in numbers is due to tour operators and carriers reducing their capacity, rather than a fall in demand.
Figures show that an increasing number of holidaymakers are opting to stay in catered accommodation to cut costs, Travel Weekly reports.
Ascent chief executive Sarah Smalley commented: "This is not the sign of an industry in a terrible state.
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Tickle your taste buds at La Manga |
30th October 2008 |
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 A recent report by Ascent Market Intelligence suggested that an increasing number of holidaymakers are opting for catered accommodation and all-inclusive packages – and with the quality of food on offer at resorts such as La Manga, it's little wonder.
Those visiting La Manga will find plenty to tickle their taste buds, with more than 20 top-quality bars and restaurants to choose from.
Whether it's fine dining under the stars that you're looking for, or a light bite at the bar, La Manga has it covered.
Guests dining at the Amapola Restaurant can savour some of the finest Mediterranean cuisine on offer, while taking in the surrounding views from the restaurant's stunning terrace.
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La Manga is 'ideal' for children |
30th October 2008 |
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 Families looking to escape to warmer climes this winter need look no further than La Manga Club, where travellers of all ages are catered for.
The resort boasts excellent children's facilities, with everything from crazy golf to horse riding on offer.
Children looking to brush up on their golf and tennis skills can take part in one of the academy courses on offer, where they will benefit from expert tuition, whilst at the same time making friends.
La Manga is also an ideal destination for families with teenagers.
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Winter holidays to Spain 'on the increase' |
30th October 2008 |
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 The miserable British weather has led to a surge in holiday sales, with more people than ever preparing to jet off to sunny destinations such as Spain.
Figures from Ascent Market Intelligence show that winter holiday bookings are up by one per cent on last year, despite the ongoing credit crunch.
Furthermore, the number of people jetting off to mid-haul destinations such as Spain is up by four per cent, suggesting that although money is tight, consumers would rather cut back on day-to-day luxuries than sacrifice their holidays, Travel Weekly reports.
Sarah Smalley, chief executive of the research firm, commented: "Winter is looking more rosy and this will reverse expectations for a lot of people.
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Mobile phrasebooks 'offer security' |
30th October 2008 |
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 Mobile phrasebooks, which can be downloaded on to mobile phones and mp3 players, help to give holidaymakers an added sense of security, it has been claimed.
Bas Jaburg, technical officer at phrasebook developer Steape, suggested that by having translations at hand, holidaymakers could better deal with emergency situations.
He said that mobile phrasebooks were ideal for those taking holidays in Spain and other foreign destinations where locals may not speak English.
"In an emergency or even if you just need to get to the airport and have no idea how to get there it could be a lifesaver," he explained.
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Holidaymakers are 'still spending' |
29th October 2008 |
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 Holidaymakers are still prepared to splash their cash on luxury airport items, despite the credit crunch, it has been claimed.
According to Nick Gladding, lead analyst at Verdict Research, holidaymakers still enjoy treating themselves to luxury goods when travelling.
"In the luxury sector, people are treating themselves more to luxury brands. What we've seen is a polarising in spending, people are trading down and buying value items and at the same time, safeguarding on premium products as well," he explained.
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Holidaymakers leave 'strange items' on flights to Spain |
29th October 2008 |
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 Next time you're taking a flight to Spain or else ware, you may wish to check that there aren't any dentures or chickens around.
A recent survey carried out by Kayak.co.uk revealed that live animals and false teeth are just some of the strange items which have been left behind on flights.
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Travel insurance is 'essential' |
29th October 2008 |
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 Holidaymakers have been urged not to travel without insurance, even on short breaks and domestic trips.
John Boyles, account manager at Endsleigh Insurance, described travel cover as "vital" and said that those failing to purchase a policy were "crazy".
"People are under the impression that they'll be covered under any reciprocal health arrangements which in truth go some of the way but they don't protect you for all of the things that might happen," he commented.
Failure to take out a policy could result in enormous costs and no one is immune from something untoward happening to them, Mr Boyles warned.
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Holidaymakers opt for 'budget flights to Spain' |
29th October 2008 |
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 The credit crunch is not deterring people from travelling, instead consumers are choosing to book their flights to Spain and other destinations with budget airlines.
Figures from internet traffic analysts Hitwise show that the number of people visiting budget sites has increased by 5.3 per cent.
EasyJet was the most popular budget travel site during the month of September, claiming 1.
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Holidays are 'essential' for hard-working Brits |
29th October 2008 |
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 Holidays in Spain and other popular destinations are more important than ever, with Britons working increasingly long hours and enjoying less leisure time, it has been claimed.
Paul Havenhand, marketing director for insurance specialist Towergate Bakers, said that holidays were still viewed as important, despite the credit crunch.
Britons work longer hours than the majority of their European counterparts, while at the same time enjoying fewer bank holidays and days off, he said.
"A week or two away from our normally hectic lives whether it be in the UK or further afield is still seen as an important way to re-charge our batteries," he added.
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