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• 30/06/2010 -

  New baggage claim tunnels at Heathrow get thumbs up for safety

  Heathrow airport has begun an extensive regeneration project to improve facilities at the airport. With the disastrous opening of Terminal 5 in 2008, the project should ensure that Heathrow Airport gets back on track.

• 29/06/2010 -

  More tourists are taking a holiday in Singapore thanks to casinos

  The casino scene in Singapore is booming and thanks to the opening of new casino resorts this year, the city is benefiting from an influx of tourists taking a holiday in Singapore.

• 28/06/2010 -

  Woman suffers seasickness for nearly ten years

  Seasickness affects many of us, and often we experience a rolling, unbalanced sensation after disembarking from a boat. For most people, this sensation doesn't last more than an hour or so, but for some it can continue for weeks, months or even years.

• 25/06/2010 -

  Travellers struck down by food poisoning at a hotel in Sharm el Sheikh

  More than 80 visitors that stayed at the Holiday Village Red Sea in Sharm el Sheikh between May 2008 and January 2009 were struck down by violent bouts of food poisoning. As such, they have banded together to sue First Choice for negligence.

• 24/06/2010 -

  Abu Dhabi is hot on sport tourism

  Abu Dhabi hosts a range of sporting events to attract sports lovers from all over the world. The Abu Dhabi Tourism Authority is promoting sport tourism to highlight what Abu Dhabi has to offer visitors.

• 23/06/2010 -

  Stockholm - the green capital of Europe

  For all environmentally conscious travellers out there, why not head to Stockholm for your next holiday? The green capital of Sweden has been working on its environmental image for years, intent on reducing CO2 emissions throughout Stockholm. In fact CO2 emissions have fallen by 25% per inhabitant since 1990. And by 2050, Stockholm hopes to become completely fossil-fuel free.

• 22/06/2010 -

  People with diabetes could suffer more in the hot summer sun

  With the weather getting warmer, it can be a tricky time for people with diabetes. Hot weather affects many of us Brits, but it can have a greater impact on people with diabetes.

• 21/06/2010 -

  Rough Guide to Accessible Britain free to Blue Badge holders

  A new Rough Guide to Accessible Britain has been published, which showcases 180 reviews on sights and activities in the UK that are equipped for disabled travellers.

• 18/06/2010 -

  Voyages of Discovery cruises offer creative entertainment

  Voyages of Discovery cruise ships are smaller than some super liners, but that's part of their charm. They cater for hundreds of passengers instead of thousands, and they can explore hard to reach places where huge ships might never venture.

• 17/06/2010 -

  Take part in a unique Trek Peru trip for Breast Cancer Care

  Breast Cancer Care has launched a unique Trek Peru trip where you can meet Denise Van Outen and Fearne Cotton to share your Incan adventures!

• 16/06/2010 -

  Diabetes care in Britain isn't up to scratch

  Around two million people suffer from diabetes in the UK and the number of cases has risen by 25% over the last 6 years. Type 2 diabetes is the most common form of the disease, which is related to obesity.

• 15/06/2010 -

  Costa Rican stem cell treatment facility ordered to stop treatments

  People with medical conditions often travel abroad to receive treatment for their illness. Sometimes the treatment might not be available at home or the fees might be extortionate. Lengthy NHS waiting lists and worries about MRSA in UK hospitals have also encouraged British sufferers to seek treatment overseas.

• 14/06/2010 -

  Africa's Great Migration could be affected by new road

  The Great Migration in Africa is one of the greatest wonders in the animal kingdom. Tourists and conservationists flock to Tanzania and Kenya every year to witness this awesome sight. Hundreds of wildebeest and zebra join together in a great pilgrimage across the African plains in search of food.

• 11/06/2010 -

  Tourists risk their lives to see Guatemala volcano

  Tourists have been flocking to Pacaya, the Guatemala volcano that erupted in May, which destroyed houses in the area and killed a journalist. Guatemala tourism has been warning tourists against visiting the site as it's still very unstable.

• 10/06/2010 -

  Can a sea sponge improve breast cancer survival rates?

  UK scientists have been researching a new drug that could improve breast cancer survival rates amongst women with an advanced form of the disease.

• 09/06/2010 -

  New Boeing Dreamliner offers a promise of green travel

  With climate change and global warming posing a real threat to the future of our planet, many holiday makers rate the importance of green travel. The new, green Boeing Dreamliner 787 is all set to grace the skies for the first time later this year.

• 07/06/2010 -

  Is wildlife tourism helping or hindering the tigers in India?

  When a tiger was found dead in a popular Indian wildlife park, people thought the animal had been struck by a tourist safari vehicle. The incident sparked a new debate over whether wildlife tourism is damaging the tiger population in India.

• 04/06/2010 -

  Swan Hellenic cruise to Iceland explores the power of volcanoes

  Swan Hellenic has taken advantage of the recent eruption of Eyjfjallajkull in Iceland. The 'Sagas of Ice and Fire' Swan Hellenic cruise takes in the sights of Iceland and includes informative talks about volcanology, why Iceland exists and how volcanoes work. And what's more, the cruise ship leaves from Dover, so you don't have to worry about volcanic ash disrupting your holiday!

• 03/06/2010 -

  Longevity medical spa opens in the Algarve

  A new medical spa called Longevity has opened in the Algarve, which aims to promote healthier lifestyles and longer life through their wellness programmes.

• 02/06/2010 -

  Holiday in South Africa during the World Cup

  With the World Cup 2010 on the horizon, many Brits will be travelling to South Africa to support England. But football isn't the only thing to enjoy in South Africa - the country has so much to offer holiday makers. If you are travelling to South Africa to watch the World Cup, why not stay a few extra days and make a holiday of it?

• 01/06/2010 -

  Male skin cancer deaths on the up

  According to a recent study, the number of skin cancer deaths in men has doubled over the last 30 years. The malignant melanoma is the most aggressive form of skin cancer, and the increase in male deaths is troubling.