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• 24/12/2010 -

  Flight cancellations & delays, what are you rights?

  Flight cancellations & severe flight delays have filled headlines over the past few days, but do you know your rights as an airline passenger?

• 21/12/2010 -

  Snow update: Severe weather continuing to disrupt travel across the UK & Europe

  The severe weather conditions, including widespread snow and ice, is continuing to disrupt travel today and is likely to do so right up until Christmas. Airports across the country are still experiencing varying degrees of disruption; passengers are advised to check with their airline before travelling to the airport.

• 16/12/2010 -

  Beat the crowds and enjoy a relaxing New Year's Eve abroad

  Not everyone wants to join throngs of people on New Year’s Eve. Some like to spend a more relaxing evening in the company of loved ones, or even just a partner. If you want to spend New Year abroad but you want to beat the crowds, you have many options for spending a more relaxed evening eating delicious food and viewing the fireworks displays from the comfort of your accommodation or cruise.

• 15/12/2010 -

  Restoration work on the Leaning Tower of Pisa is completed

  An eight-year restoration project to clean up the Leaning Tower of Pisa has been completed. Restorers used syringes, chisels and lasers to carefully clean the ancient structure. The stonework on the Leaning Tower of Pisa had become weathered, and pigeons and tourists had also defaced the structure in parts. The tilt of the Leaning Tower of Pisa also caused rainwater to collect in places, which caused further damage.

• 14/12/2010 -

  Rise in valvular heart disease due to increase in life expectancy

  Life expectancy is rising and with that, cases of valvular heart disease are on the increase. But reports have suggested that Britain isn’t prepared for the number of valvular heart disease cases that will crop up as people grow older.

• 13/12/2010 -

  Estonia to become European Capital of Culture 2011

  On 1 January 2011, Estonia’s capital, Tallinn, will become a European Capital of Culture, and to celebrate, the country will be hosting a range of celebratory events throughout the year.

• 10/12/2010 -

  Heart disease kills three times more women than breast cancer

  The British Heart Foundation is urging women to be more aware of the threat of heart disease. Many women don’t realise that heart disease is a big killer. In fact it kills three times more women than breast cancer.

• 09/12/2010 -

  Mauritius voted as the finest island in the world

  Mauritius is a popular destination for holidaymakers that seek sun, sand, beautiful landscapes and relaxation. It has long been renowned as a must-see, paradise island. Last month it was voted as the finest island in the world at the World Travel Awards 2010.

• 08/12/2010 -

  British Airways promotes holidays in Marrakech

  British Airways believes that Marrakech will be one of the top holiday destinations for 2011. The airline has recently launched new routes to Marrakech to support the demand for people wanting to take holidays in Marrakech.

• 03/12/2010 -

  Experience the wonder of the Whirling Dervish Festival

  For something a little different, and a taste of real Turkish culture, take a look at the Whirling Dervish Festival. The event is held annually from 10 to 17 December and each year it attracts around one million people. Tourists often attend the Whirling Dervish Festival to immerse themselves in the local religion and culture.

• 02/12/2010 -

  Adaptive skiing for disabled winter sports enthusiasts

  If you are disabled and you want to have a go at winter sports, then adaptive skiing could be the answer to a successful trip on the slopes. Adaptive skiing techniques have allowed many disabled winter sports enthusiasts to enjoy the mountains.

• 01/12/2010 -

  All flights to and from Gatwick Airport cancelled till tomorrow morning

  Last night snow continued to fall on Gatwick Airport. Workers at Gatwick Airport have found it increasingly difficult to clear the snow and ice from the runway, which is currently too icy for planes to take off and land.