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Roger Munns's Articles Display Category|Title|Newest|Oldest Celebrities Head For Europe's Top Sports Event The World of Formula 1 has quite a following among celebrities, and of all Europe's sporting events, no weekend will cram as many of the world's rich and famous in at the same time as the Monaco Grand Prix - where sports meets fashion. Malta Aims For Arts And Culture Tourists Successfully turning around Malta's tourist market has been quite an achievement in the last two years, and now the island is promoting two of her natural assets - art and culture - to further add to the number of visiting tourists. Spain Goes Year Round For 2008 Spain is known as a great destination for a traditional summer holiday - but out of season is becoming increasingly attractive and helping boost tourist numbers. F1 Drivers Choosing Monaco The World of F1 has an exciting crop of rising stars, and after landing a lucrative contract they more often than not settle in the home of Grand Prix's most famous circuit - Monaco. Strong Real Estate Market in Lanzarote Property prices in the UK are beginning to dip, but surprisingly some areas of Europe favoured by the British and Irish second home buyers and investors are still seeing rises in 2008. Star Studded Holiday Resorts Celebrities are often in the press visiting their favourrite holiday destinations, and if you're undecided about where to take a summer holiday this year, looking at where the celebrities holiday could give you some ideas. North American Ski Resorts Offer Top Notch Vacations There are many notable ski resorts in North America. Such a wide array of top-notch ski destinations is difficult to compete with. Reaching a position on the top-10 list is a feat in itself. Spain Brings On New Courses For Golfers Spain is already Europe's leading destination for golf holidays, and a spate of new courses will further augment her position as the country of choice for the golfer in 2008. More To Mallorca Than Beaches If you're thinking of taking a holiday on the Spanish island of Mallorca this year, or even considering moving there full-time, leaving the beach and exploring the countryside will show you the real Mallorca. Golf Minorca at Son Parc Golfer's are often surprised that there's only one golf course on the island of Minorca - but recent upgrades make a Minorca golf holiday worth the trip. Speeding Skiers Face Jail Time Advanced ski equipment allowing skiers more speed and a more carefree attitude has led to more accidents - including deaths - on the ski slopes in both Northern America and Europe. Some U.S. resorts are going to take speeding skiers to court... Malta Properties Snub 2008 European Downturn As Europe's homeowners wait nervously to see how much their properties have devalued, Malta's real estate market could see a rise in value this year. Tenerife Holidays To Bounce Back For 2008 Tenerife's holiday and hotels trade had a disappointing 2007, but are set to bounce back this year with new visitors. Hoilday Reverse For Canary Island Lanzarote There doesn't seem to be any stopping Spanish tourism, already Europe's most popular destination, visitor numbers were up in 2007 and 2008 is looking good. But the island of Lanzarote saw a fall and is worrying local hoteliers and tourist bosses. Scottish Tourists Boost Euro 2008 Holidays The European travel trade has got off to a brisk start for the first quarter of 2008, with Scots escaping their chilly winter for warmer climes in record numbers. Canada Turns Family Friendly For Skiers One big worry for tourists considering a ski holiday is the risk of an injury - Canada's ski resorts are turning their back on extreme skiers to provide family friendly ski holidays for the 2008/9 seasons. Mallorca - Top Destination For 2008 Mallorca was the top choice destination for European holidaymakers in 2007, and look set to repeat the feat this year too. Tenerife Invests For New Tourists Just because an island is popular with holidaymakers doesn't mean to say that it can hope to stay popular by standing still - Tenerife is seeing new features for 2008 which it hopes will attract new tourists. Lanzarote's Costa Teguise Resort The Costa Teguise is diversifying from a hotel holiday on the beach to being a magnet for divers, and the resort is now promoting her festivals for tourists to enjoy. Malta Welcomes Youth Market Malta has been a firm favourite for British tourists who spent some time on the island while serving in the Royal Air Force, Royal Navy or British army. But Malta is now trying to reach out to a younger market to show them the Mediterranean island is an ideal holiday destination. More Frequent Flights Boost Majorca Property Market While the European property markets face a downturn, the island of Majorca could provide a safer bet than other areas. It's Better Up Here Than Ever Before Getting anywhere by plane can be a fraught experience, but using a regional instead of a major international one can make things a lot easier... Spain Is Number 1 For British Tourists In 2008 As the holiday season approaches, there's good reasons why Spain will be full of Brits again this year... How Global Warming Is Affecting Ski Resorts Global warming is something many businesses are having to factor in - but for the ski industry in North America and Europe it's do-or-die. Holiday Mix Is Changing For 2008 In a fast moving world new travel companies have appeared on-line while traditional ones have developed a new side to their business. But just as the way people book is changing, so is the number of holidays they take diversifying too. Massa Takes Third Grand Prix of the Season It's one of the most exciting Formula 1 seasons in many years, as the first three Grand Prix produces three different winners. And the Monaco Formula 1 has yet to come... Lanzarote One of the Big Three in Major Race This spring sees the return of the an innovative sporting event, taking the triathlon to the extreme, as Lanzarote prepares for the fifth annual Las Tres Islas race. Malta and Education: New Horizons Learning English is increasingly seen as vital in today's global market - and the island of Malta is cashing in by providing language schools for students from non English speaking countries. Happy Birthday Andrew Lloyd Webber If you go to a show in London's West End or New York's Broadway, there's a good chance it's been written by Andrew Lloyd Webber. He recently celebrated his sixtieth birthday with friends on the island of Majorca. Internet Shakes Up The Travel Market Traditional travel agents are in decline as more and more people book their own holidays - and with the internet providing all the details a travel agent can, the internet's share of the holiday market goes from strength to strength. Villa Holidays - Great For A 2008 Family Vacation Gone are the days when a flight and a hotel were the only holiday options - in today's travel market villa holidays are an increasingly popular alternative. Low Cost Airline Boost For 2008 Ski Holidays The ski industry needed a good 2007/8 season after a poor one last year - the snow fell more this year and low cost airlines made a big contribution with new routes close to the traditionally popular ski resorts. Ultimate New York And Monaco Real Estate In Demand While real estate prices in Europe and North America teeter on the brink of falls, absolute top property in prime areas of Manhattan and Monaco have shown further rises in recent months. Dream Locations for Your Vacation Home Property prices in Spain have increased faster than inflation in recent years, but the Canary Islands of Lanzarote and Tenerife still offer good value and the prospect of rising values in the future. 2008 F1 Season Kicks Off 2008 promises to be one of the most exciting F1 season's for a decade, and Lewis Hamilton kicked off the start of the season with victory in the Australian Grand Prix. Airline Price Wars Sees Malta Fares Tumble For 2008 The national airline of Malta has had a rough ride in the last couple of years as new airlines have started competing on the same routes. But the airline is fighting back and has put together a deal which will see her carry more holidaymakers to Malta for summer 2008. Mallorca - Perfect For 2008 Golf Holidays Golfing holidays are a top niche holiday industry, and Mallorca is one of the best places to play. Villa Accommodations Make a Tenerife Holiday More Exciting For those torn between a traditional hotel holiday in Tenerife and a villa holiday, a new Tenerife hotel has come up with both options... Raikkonen Wins Malaysian Grand Prix After victory in the opening Australian Formula One Grand Prix, Lewis Hamilton was hoping for two in a row at the Malaysian Grand Prix. But Kimi Raikkonen had different ideas... Malta Holidays - Good Things Come In Little Packages! If you're wondering where to go on holiday this year and have done the usual tourist hotspots - why not visit Malta, a little but friendly Mediterranean island? Holidays and City Breaks for the Brits in 2008 With more choices available, both through lower airfares and Eastern Europe opening up, the British are heading for more diverse locations, and increasingly for weekend and short breaks to cities like Barcelona and Rome. Spain - Not Just For Beach Holidays Spain's popularity as a holiday destination was built on beach and sun trips, but there's a lot more to the country as visitors are beginning to discover... Tourists Fall But Hotel Business Still Booming on Tenerife Despite a drop in the number of visitors to Tenerife in 2007, new hotels are being built, with some very welcome in the traditionally less visited north of Tenerife. Still Time For A 2008 Ski Holiday! European, US and Canadian ski resorts have had a great season, and there's time still to get in a ski holiday - if you're quick! Norway Joins Malta Holiday Flights For 2008 There's a scramble to win landing slots at Malta's Luqa airport, and the latest country to see Malta as a holiday destination is Norway. Majorca: Island of Celebrities When celebrities can go anywhere in the world on holiday, there must be a good reason why so many choose to vacation and sometimes live in Majorca. Mediterranean Diet Defeats Allergies A child's ability to fight allergies could be down to the diet of the mother while pregnant, concludes a report from the island of Menorca, where a Mediterranean food diet is followed. Long Life Starts At 70! If you're hoping to live a long life, the secret could be to lose weight and quit smoking when you reach 70, according to new research. Right Shows The Left How To Hit The Rich Europe's left of centre political parties have tried for decades to squeeze the rich for taxation to fund welfare and social programmes. But it's the Conservative governments who are showing them how to do it - by buying stolen personal bank account details and hitting the affluent who take advantage of the global markets they have legislated for. Costas Battle For 2008 Tourists Spain is leading the European field for tourism, and the Costa Blanca and Costa del Sol are both trying to attract more visitors this year. Canary Islands: A Premier Holiday Destination The Canary Islands of Tenerife and Lanzarote are increasingly popular with Europeans for their holidays, and 2008 could be a good year for them both. Good Service Can Beat Low Fares In 2008 The fight for passengers is often seen as who can go lowest for airfares - but one airline is winning customers for quality of service where a lower fare is an option. 2008 International Boat Show Sails Into Majorca The International Boat Show in Majorca is nearly upon us, and it's a great excuse to visit the holiday island. Cheaper Airfares Keeping Families Closer Together Low airfares mean people can take two or three holidays a year - but it also means families can get together more often, and is an important part of the travel market. Slowing Skiers Down on Swiss Slopes Skiing holidays are enjoyed my millions in Europe, the USA and Canada - but few countries offer better skiing than Switzerland. But more skiers are going faster thanks to better equipment - and the Swiss have a plan to slow them down... Old and New Contribute to Monaco's Charms Monaco has been a popular tourist destination for decades, and new developments will help to ensure Monaco remains an exciting venue on the tourist trail for years to come. Brits Use Cyberspace to Get to Their Place in the Sun The internet is allowing individuals to act as their own travel agent, and Spain and her islands including Tenerife are benefitting from more visitors thanks to new technology. New Currency Could Hit Malta Holiday Revival In 2008 Malta adopted the Euro as her official currency in January, and reports suggest it could see holidays rise in price as the Maltese convert their currency to the Euro. Building Up Trouble In Spain No less an organisation than the United Nations has joined other critics of Spain's policy on new property developments. Are new properties more to keep Spanish politicians happy than the buyer? A Family Retreat's a Treat in Santo Thomas, Menorca For young families the island of Menorca provides a great island escape, and Santo Tomas could be the perfect resort for a week or two's holiday... One Type of Ice You Don't Want With That Drink Ski resorts in Canada, the US and Europe have had a great season as the snow has fallen well, and ski tourists have been enjoying their annual winter ski holidays. But there's real danger on the slopes - drunks! Spanish Tourism Flying High Spain continues to re-invent itself as a holiday destination as tourists expect more than just a hotel with a pool... Monte Carlo Property Glitters For 2008 No income tax and the best street security in the world continues to draw the British to Monte Carlo in 2008. Further Rises For 2008 Andorra Property Andorra property had a very mixed 2007, but 2008 looks promising. An unusually slow start last year, big spenders saving the first half of the year, and the big spenders out again to give the market a late boost for 2007. Malta Prepares For Bumper 2008 Malta had a superb 2007 with the most visitors for six years and is hoping for a record number of visitors in 2008. The island is investing in tourist friendly attractions to ensure their holiday on the island is a good one. Spain Leads 2008 Tourist Race Nearly half of all Brits book their summer holidays by early March. If the remaining half book like the first half do, Spain will be the most popular holiday destination for 2008. Spain for Sale, but Who's Buying? With a possible slow down in the European property market, who will be buying property in Spain in 2008? US Banks Hit Euro Tax Havens Despite banks in the US cutting interest rates to stave off a recession, confidence levels are low and are being felt as far away as the tax havens in Europe. Airline Takeover Slashes 2008 Malta Flight Prices European low cost airline easyJet has taken over European routes previously served by British Airways, and the new competition is already seeing flight and holiday prices to Malta tumble for summer 2008. An Island Hop... for F1 Drivers to Start and Stop With the 2008 F1 season about to begin, the quiet holiday island of Menorca has played host to the world's top teams. Spain: The New Melting Pot Spain is fast becoming a cosmopolitan mix of Europeans, and her economy is doing well thanks to the new immigration. Top 5 Holiday Destinations for the United Kingdom The British have been booking their summer holidays in earnest, and favourite destinations include Florida and the Canary Islands. Bad Press for Queen Victoria The Queen Victoria, one of the best cruise ships in the world, hit problems shortly after her maiden voyage... A Royal Celebration for the King of Spain King Juan Carlos of Spain saved Spain's democracy in the 1980's, but there are now moves to rid the country of the Monarchy. He recently celebrated his 70th birthday with a question mark hanging over the Spanish Royal Family... Disney Puts Holiday Hotspot On Ice Disney on Ice is touring Europe, and will be performing to sell out audiences in Tenerife for the first time in March. London Flights Boost For 2008 Menorca Holidays One low cost airline has already announced extra services for the Spanish island of Menorca for this summer. Now an established airline plans to increase capacity too, which should see Menorca flight prices tumbling. Youth Without Youth: A Film About Choosing Good Over Evil A new film examines good against evil in an unusual way... The Canaries: Finland's Favorite Getaway It's not just the British and Germans who are increasingly taking a winter holiday in Tenerife and Lanzarote, but Finnish tourists are discovering that visiting Lanzarote gives them a sunshine break in their winter months. Investors are Finding Lucrative Property in Tenerife Tenerife property prices rose by over six per cent in 2007, with many owners buying then relying on renting to holidaymakers to pay the mortgage. Would investing in Tenerife property make sense in 2008? Malta Notches Up Record Year For 2007 Holidays Good news stories and new airlines wanting to fly to Malta has resulted in 2007 being the best year for the holiday island in six years - and 2008 could get better still. The Shame Of Spain F1 Fans The world of motorsport was thrown into turmoil recently as British F1 driver Lewis Hamilton was subject to racist abuse in Spain. Leave the Cigarettes at Home When Visiting France! Allowing the smoking of cigarettes in public places is become increasingly rare in Europe, and France is now added to the list of countries that have opted for a ban. Traditional Majorca Regatta Focal Point of 2008 Olympic Sailing Year With the Olympic Games just months away, the Majorca Regatta in March provides an opportunity for yachtsmen and women to show they should be selected. Resorts Vs. Snowboarding: A Conflict of Interest? Snowboarding is banned by some ski resorts as simply too dangerous to mix with families skiing - but some US resorts are relenting and allowing the snowboarders equal access. Prince Albert Raises Money For The Monaco Environment As global warming becomes an increasingly debated subject, for one leader in Europe there's no doubt that the future of the planet is in jeopardy. Monaco Real Estate Bucks 2008 Falls In a world of uncertain property prices, where is the one place likely to see price rises in 2008? It could be Monaco... Take a Cruise Ship to Mallorca in Spain Mallorca attracts six million tourists a year, some for a week or two trdaitional holiday, but increasingly Mallorca is a must stop destination during Medietrranean cruises. Holiday Bookings for 2008 From Ireland to Overseas Destinations After a wash out summer Irish holidaymakers are planning their 2008 trips early, and many are choosing off the beaten track locations. Monaco Property Prices Beating 2008 Economic Gloom Claims have been made that European tax haven Monaco's real estate prices are too expensive. But an on-line Monaco guide says it's not true, and that Monaco property could rise more in 2008. See the World: From Home Cruising the world has long been a dream for many, but for the wealthy a ship called The World allows them to not only own part of a liner, but where the ports of call will be. Menorca Welcomes New 2008 Flights Often overshadowed by her better known neighbour Majorca, Menorca hopes to see an increase in tourists this year with new flights cutting the cost of a holiday on the island. Calling Entrepreneurs - Monaco Needs You! Monaco is home to the rich and famous, but the second smallest country in the world is putting out a call for entrepreneurs to move there. 2008 Economic Slow Down Could Hit Euro Tax Havens Europe's tax havens have seen rising property prices and buoyant economies in recent years, but oil prices and a global economic slowdown could hit both Monaco and Andorra in 2008. Award Winning Mallorcan Hotels Many holiday destinations want to stand out from the crowd as quality locations, and Mallorca is doing just that with some of their hotels being recognised for top industry awards. Brits Push Malta To New Tourism High For 2008 The number of British holiday makers chooisng to visiting Malta has increased substantially, with the island set to break new records in 2008. When East Goes South East Midlands airport's recent reports confirm that the rush for winter holidays and booking summer holidays early isn't confined to one area of the UK, and East Midlanders are flying south to get some winter sunshine! Rural Holidays in Mallorca Mallorca is a well known holiday destination for traditional beach and sun vacations. But Mallorca's countryside is beginning to see economic benefits from tourism as more people head inland to appreciate the island's nature and traditions. New 2008 Holiday Route For Spanish Airline Spain enjoys the position of being the number one holiday destination in Europe. But a Spanish airline has just begun flights to Malta, boosting the small Mediterranean's tourism industry for 2008. Scots Fly South For 2008 Sunshine As winter closes in it's not just the birds flying south - Scots are taking winter holidays and escaping to the sun in record numbers. 2008 Attack On Tax Havens The UK's Tory Party is producing policy statements to help them win the next Geneal Election. Their plan to reform taxation and abolish inheritance tax could affect the European tax havens of Monaco, Andorra and Gibraltar.  1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5	Sign Up for a free account or learn more. Submit Articles Member Login Top Authors Most Popular Articles Submission Guidelines Ezine Notifications Article RSS Feeds New Stuff About Us Link to Us Contact Us Privacy Policy Terms of Service Blog Marketing Club Penguin News PodCast Marketing RSS Latest News Find summer camp jobs on MySummerCamps.com

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