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Britons travelling on flights to Spain via Southampton Airport can look forward to a speedier check-in thanks to recent investments.
Just the Flight reports that new check-in desks and self-service kiosks have been installed as part of a £3 million refit.
Holidaymakers will even be able to check-in before they enter the building via two check-in kiosks situated in the short-stay car park.
"The installation of 13 new check-in facilities will benefit the time-conscious passenger by providing additional choice for check-in," director of planning and development at Southampton Airport Dave Lees observed.
Spanish holidays have enjoyed favour with travellers the world over for decades and in particular since the 1980s, when Spain was the most popular country in Europe, it has been reported.
According to the institution of international tourism in Spain known as FRONTUR, a growth of 3.3 per cent in tourism was recorded on 2007 so far this year.
Research by FRONTUR also shows that Barcelona is the most popular destination among those taking holidays in Spain.
Individuals who would love to take a holiday in Spain but are too nervous of air travel to take the necessary flight to Murcia or Alicante may soon be able to conquer their fear of flying from the comfort of their own sofa.
Virgin Atlantic Airways has brought out its own book following the success of its Flying Without Fear courses.
The book - called –101 of your questions answered - includes information from a cabin crew safety trainer as well as tips from experts in the field of aviation.
Psychological tools are also included in the hope of helping to combat people's fear of flight.
British consumers are failing to be put off travelling abroad on their holidays over a concern for the environment, it has been reported.
According to research from YouGov and Celtic Castle, only one per cent of Brits claimed to have consideration for the impact their actions will have on the environment when booking a holiday.
The survey also showed that money is the main decisive factor for 43 per cent of holiday pickers.
Roger Masterson founder of Celtic Castles stated: "There is no doubt that most consider quality, affordability and culture to be important when booking their break.
Families planning on taking flights to Murcia for Spanish holidays this summer should be thankful for recent spring showers on the Spanish coastline.
Typically Spanish reports that the recent rainfall will help to keep banks of jellyfish further from shore this summer, according to the Sciences of the Sea Institute.
Dacha Atienza from the Sciences of the Sea Institute reportedly told the El Mundo newspaper that rain works to reduce the saline content and "density" of the water nearest to the beach.
This then becomes a type of "physical barrier" which keeps the jellyfish away from swimmers enjoying their Spanish holiday.
This summer, Brits looking to escape the UK and its burgeoning fuel crisis in their cars may wish to consider a motoring holiday in Spain.
According to Post Office, Spain is the best value destination for UK holidaymakers in Europe.
The report names Spain as best value for diesel and also for car hire. Post Office also claims that its price of £1 per litre makes Spanish holidays the cheapest in the eurozone in terms of unleaded petrol.
Permission to develop a new Murcia airport has been granted by Spain's Madrid government, it has been revealed.
Round Town News reports that final approval for the new airport at Corvera was given the ok from the Ministry of Development, "delighting" the regional government.
The new hub will provide those taking flights to Murcia for Spanish holidays with an alternative to the existing San Javier airport.
According to the publication, San Javier attracts in the region of two million British passengers to Murcia annually.
Britons taking Spanish holidays may be interested in recent travel advice issued by Tesco Personal Finance.
According to the financial company, one way to be sure of relaxing on a holiday is by being prepared prior to travel.
As such, Tesco has released a set of "top travel tips" advising of what to do in the event of delayed transport, theft or medical emergency.
"At this time of year, when people are looking forward to their hard earned break, it's more important than ever to reduce the chances of an unforeseen event spoiling your holiday," Jim Bruce, head of Tesco Travel Insurance, commented.
Foreigners travelling on Spanish holidays to the Costa Blanca spent more money on their breaks in the first quarter of 2008 than during the same period in 2007.
According to Typically Spanish, there has been a six per cent increase in the amount of money spent by foreign visitors to the Costa Blanca between January and April this year.
Holidaymakers are reported to have spent in the region of €900 million during this period.
And, the publication reports that the average foreign tourist spends roughly €835 in the region.
