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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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Easter holidaymakers urged to buy insurance |
01st April 2009 |
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 Nearly two-thirds of British holidaymakers would consider jetting abroad without travel insurance, it has been revealed.
The survey, which was carried out by Moneysupermarket.com, also found that one in 12 people never take out cover.
Maxine Baker, travel insurance manager at the site, said she is shocked at the number of people who would take holidays to Spain and other destinations without buying insurance.
Read More: Easter holidaymakers urged to buy insurance |
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Bosses offer staff 'longer holidays' |
01st April 2009 |
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 Longer holidays in Spain could be on the cards for many British workers this year, as many employers increase annual holiday allowances.
According to figures from the Chartered Management Institute (CMI), the average UK manager has been given three additional holidays over the last year, bringing annual leave up to 28 days a year.
The research also found that an increasing number of people are being offered time off in lieu rather than being paid for overtime work, the Telegraph reports.
Professor Lord Eatwell, chief economist at the CMI, said it was encouraging that workers were being offered holidays rather than being made redundant.
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Brits go online for 'cheap deals' |
01st April 2009 |
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 An increasing number of Brits are opting to search for their holidays to Spain and other destinations online rather than visiting travel agents, it has been claimed.
According to research carried out by travel searching engine Kayak.co.uk, around 85 per cent of Brits are still planning to jet abroad this year.
Read More: Brits go online for 'cheap deals' |
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Brits set to receive a 'warm welcome' in Spain |
01st April 2009 |
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 British holidaymakers taking a break in Spain can expect to receive an even warmer welcome then usual this year.
Spanish hoteliers, shopkeepers and taxi drivers are being invited to attend a series of seminars aimed at helping them to improve their English skills and be more friendly towards tourists.
According to the Telegraph, those attending the lectures will be taught key phrases such as "have a nice day" and taxi drivers will be urged to keep their cars looking clean and smelling fresh.
The programme of events is being organised by the Lanzarote Chamber of Commerce at a cost of around 40,000 euros.
Read More: Brits set to receive a 'warm welcome' in Spain |
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Golf holidays at La Manga Club |
31st March 2009 |
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 Those looking to take a relaxing golf holiday this year should look no further than La Manga Club in Spain.
Situated near Murcia, the resort basks in sunshine throughout the year and is widely considered to be one of Europe's top golf destinations.
La Manga boasts three championship golf courses and with airlines such as Ryanair, Jet2, bmibaby and easyJet all serving the south of Spain, the resort is easily accessible for those travelling from the UK.
In addition, it has scooped several prestigious awards in the past and was named as Europe's leading golf destination at the World Travel Awards in 2001, 2003 and 2005.
Read More: Golf holidays at La Manga Club |
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Jackson Browne to play Murcia gig |
31st March 2009 |
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 Music legend Jackson Browne is set to perform in Murcia later this year.
The US singer/songwriter will take to the stage on May 16th at the Auditorio y Centro de Congressos Victor Villegas, Round Town News reports.
Tickets are available from several outlets across the city, including the Auditorio y Centro de Congressos ticket office and Havana Cafe.
"Don't miss this rare opportunity to see the writer and performer of some of the most moving songs in popular music, live in concert," the news provider said.
Read More: Jackson Browne to play Murcia gig |
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Brits plan Easter escapes |
31st March 2009 |
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 Millions of Brits are planning to escape the doom and gloom with holidays to Spain and other destinations.
According to travel site Sunshine.co.uk, holiday sales for this Easter are up 40 per cent compared to the previous year, suggesting that despite the downturn, Brits are not planning to sacrifice their holidays.
Read More: Brits plan Easter escapes |
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Alhambra writings translated |
31st March 2009 |
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 Writings on the walls of Spain's Alhambra Palace have been translated.
After five years of work, researchers from the Upper Council for Scientific Investigation have created a DVD featuring translations of more than 3,000 Arabic inscriptions, Typically Spanish reports.
"The writing is part of the beauty of the building and now we also know what is being said. Some of the inscriptions come from poems and others are individual words such as 'greeting' or 'blessing'," the news source said.
Read More: Alhambra writings translated |
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Brits 'saving for holidays' |
31st March 2009 |
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 British consumers are setting money aside to pay for holidays to Spain and other destinations, it has been revealed.
A recent survey carried out by financial services provider NS&I found that the average Brit saved £86.35 per month over the last year.
Of those polled, 46 per cent said they were saving up for a relaxing holiday.
Read More: Brits 'saving for holidays' |
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Travelling with no insurance is 'not worth the risk' |
31st March 2009 |
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 Taking a holiday in Spain without travel insurance is not worth the risk, it has been claimed.
Insurance specialist RIAS also urged holidaymakers not to make their decisions based on price alone and to consider the level of cover they are buying.
Although cheap quotes often seem attractive, they may not provide an adequate level of cover.
Janet Connor, managing director of the company, said that travel insurance should be seen as an essential purchase and is as important as arranging visas and vaccines.
Read More: Travelling with no insurance is 'not worth the risk' |
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