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Holidaymakers urged to 'pack with care' 22nd December 2008
Britons taking flights to Spain over the festive season have been urged to pack their suitcases with care.

BAA, which operates several of the country's biggest airports, has warned passengers that hand-luggage restrictions still apply and that liquids over 100 ml are to be stored in the hold.

Sharp items such as tweezers and nail scissors are also prohibited and passengers are advised to leave their present wrapping until they reach their destination.

Ian Hutcheson, BAA security director, commented: "We want to ensure the security process is as efficient as possible, and so we’re advising passengers to check the hand baggage restrictions before they come to the airport.

Read More: Holidaymakers urged to 'pack with care'

Spain set for mild winter 18th December 2008
There is good news for those taking holidays to Spain over the coming months, after it was revealed that the country is set to enjoy a mild winter.

Spanish Meteorological Agency AHMET has predicted that an anticyclone will prevent rain for the majority of the country until at least Christmas day, reported Typically Spanish.

Furthermore, forecasters believe the next three months will be warmer than usual, with temperatures remaining mild until March.

The weather prediction is good news for those holidaying at La Manga Club during the winter months, with guests able to enjoy the resort's outdoor facilities.

Read More: Spain set for mild winter

Avoid money mishaps on holiday in Spain 18th December 2008
Britons taking holidays in Spain can save hundreds of pounds by choosing the right credit card, it has been claimed.

According to Moneysupermarket, holidaymakers are] creating unnecessary stress for themselves by failing to notify their banks when they travel abroad.

Research carried out by the organisation revealed that one in nine people have had problems with using their cards and withdrawing cash when on holiday.

Just 31 per cent of people who travelled abroad this year informed their debit or credit card provider.

Read More: Avoid money mishaps on holiday in Spain

Over-60s book holidays to Spain online 11th December 2008
It's not just the younger generation who are tech-savvy, a recent survey has revealed that over half of OAPs book their holidays to Spain and other destinations online.

The study, carried out by sunshine.co.uk, found that 62 per cent of over-60s now book their holidays online, with 74 per cent of those claiming that they learnt to use the internet specifically to search for good deals.

Read More: Over-60s book holidays to Spain online

Average cost of hotel rooms falls 11th December 2008

The average cost of staying in a hotel is dropped over the last year, it has been found.

Research carried by hotels.com revealed that globally, the cost of the average hotel room dropped by three per cent between July and September, compared to the same period in 2007.

David Roche, the president of the site, said that he expected prices to fall even further over the coming year and suggested that those taking holidays in Spain will find some excellent deals.

Read More: Average cost of hotel rooms falls

Brits cut back on luxuries to save holidays 11th December 2008
British consumers are spending less on luxury items and food in order to save for their holidays in Spain and other foreign destinations, it has been revealed.

A recent survey by VisitBritain and Visit London found that 90 per cent of people are planning to spend less money this year. Of those surveyed, 80 per cent said they plan to spend less on food and 67 per cent said they aim to cut down on new clothes.

However, just 45 per cent of people said they are prepared to reduce the amount they spend on holidays.

Read More: Brits cut back on luxuries to save holidays

Enjoy fantastic customer care on flights to Spain 10th December 2008
Holidaymakers taking flights to Spain may be interested to learn that budget airline Ryanair has been ranked ahead of British Airways and BMI in terms of punctuality and the ability to look after luggage.

Figures from the Association of European Airlines (AEA) found that 88 per cent of Ryanair flights arrive on time, compared to 77 per cent of BMI flights and 73 per cent of British Airways.

It also emerged that BMI loses 25 bags per 1,000 compared to Ryanair, which loses less than one.

Commenting on the findings, spokesman Stephen Mcnamara commented: "The AEA statistics prove that nobody beats Ryanair's customer service.

Read More: Enjoy fantastic customer care on flights to Spain

Holidays are an 'essential expenditure' 10th December 2008
Holidays to Spain and other popular destinations are widely seen as an necessity, rather than a luxury, it has been suggested.

According to the Association of Independent Tour Operators (Aito), holidays are part and parcel of every day life, and people are unlikely to sacrifice them in a hurry.

Aito public relations officer Ian Bradley, said that alongside houses and cars, holidays are viewed as a necessity.

"I think in this climate there's enough worry out there regarding redundancies, interest rates, house repossessions and all sorts of things, people just feel the need to get away," he explained.

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Sterling 'will improve' over 2009 10th December 2008
The pound may have taken a battering throughout 2008, but there is light at the end of the tunnel, according to one organisation.

UK foreign exchange company World First is predicting that the strength of sterling will improve significantly against the euro over the coming year, which is good news for anyone taking a holiday to Spain.

Commenting on the situation, Jeremy Cook, chief economist at the situation, said: "The overall feeling for 2009 is that there will be a pull back from the edge of a stronger sterling. It's been pretty rough for the last part of 2008, but there is light at the end of the tunnel.

Read More: Sterling 'will improve' over 2009

Over-60s 'won't cut back on holidays in Spain' 09th December 2008
Britons aged over 60 are unlikely to cut back on the amount of travelling they do, a new study has revealed.

Research by financial services provider Intune found that 80 per cent of over-60s take at least two foreign holidays each year.

Further results show that 25 per cent of respondents take four or more holidays in Spain and other destinations annually.

Stuart Castledine, managing director of the organisation, said that many retirees regret that they were unable to take more holidays in their youth, suggesting that they were unlikely to cut back now.

Read More: Over-60s 'won't cut back on holidays in Spain'

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