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Thursday 5 November 2009
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The fall of the Berlin Wall: world’s most famous walls
Skyscanner introduces the longest, tallest and stickiest walls around the world.
Tuesday 3 November 2009
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Winter Warmers: reach the beach in under 8 hours
Looking to escape the winter blues and sneak a quick week in the sun? Find the best winter warmers here
Monday 26 October 2009
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Early Snow: ten ski resorts for early season skiing
We reveal some of the best places to get an early season ski trip in.
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Bloodsucker: vampire legends around the world
A guide to vampire legends from around the world
Thursday 22 October 2009
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Halloween and festivals of the dead around the world
From dancing with dead bodies to walking with zombies we explore the underworld of spirits, skulls and skeletons, with Halloween around the world.
Monday 19 October 2009
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UN Fun: Celebrate United Nations Day around the world
To celebrate World UN day 2009 (October 24th), with our brief guide to visiting UN organisations around the world
Thursday 15 October 2009
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Late Retirement: Skyscanner’s rejuvenation destinations
10 ideas from around the world which will keep you feeling fit and healthy until retirement arrives - which could be a long way off...
Monday 12 October 2009
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Autumn Adventures; the coolest time to visit the hottest places
Ten notorious holiday hotspots which are ideal for cool autumn adventures.
Thursday 8 October 2009
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Finding America: tracing the Erikson and Columbus trail
Put on your captain’s cap as we track the voyages of Erikson and Columbus to the New World.
Tuesday 6 October 2009
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Way of the wanderer: martial arts around the world
Intrepid travellers with a penchant for fighting can go all over the world to experience authentic martial arts
Monday 28 September 2009
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Awesome Autumn: 10 fabulous fall foliage spots for leaf peeping
Ten of the best places to sample the trees in all their fall glory
Tuesday 22 September 2009
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Take off and touchdown for Skyscanner’s top 10 NFL destinations
Grab a beer and a hot dog and take a tour round some famous football landmarks throughout the United States.
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Oktoberfest around the world: 10 best Bavarian-style beer fests
Oktoberfest, the most famous beer festival in the world, kicked off its 176th season in Munich on Saturday.
Thursday 17 September 2009
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Talk like a pirate, walk like a pirate: 8 pirate places around the world
Celebrate Talk Like a Pirate Day and let Skyscanner shiver your timbers with our most piratey places across the seven seas.
Tuesday 15 September 2009
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Education on Vacation: 10 learning holidays
Learn new skills whilst you are enjoying your well-earned break.
Monday 14 September 2009
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The trail of the Lost Symbol: how Dan Brown is boosting tourism
Become a symbologist yourself and plan out your path as Skyscanner presents the ultimate Professor Langdon tour
Tuesday 8 September 2009
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Dreaming of a white Christmas?
Yes, yes, we know it’s only September but there’s only just over a hundred shopping days to Christmas.
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Tactical Gap Years: Skyscanner’s 10 CV enhancing career breaks
Thousands of disappointed University applicants are having to rethink how they spend the next year.
Tuesday 1 September 2009
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Top ten things to do before you die
Skyscanner columnist Nick presents his top ten list of must see and do activities before you embark on your final journey...
Tuesday 25 August 2009
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Prison Breaks: 10 jail house hotels, hostels and tours behind bars
Skyscanner introduces some of the world’s best prison tours, jail hotels and secure institutions for you to do (travel) time in.
Thursday 20 August 2009
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Wind & Water: 6 best places to windsurf and kitesurf
Get wet with Skyscanner's selection of a top windsurfing and kitesurfing spots
Tuesday 18 August 2009
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Edinburgh Fringe Festival: Skyscanner recommends...
Edinburgh locals, Skyscanner, give you a helping hand with our staff's personal recommendations for the Edinburgh Fringe Festival
Monday 17 August 2009
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NHS VS US: illness abroad - best countries to be sick in on holiday
Skyscanner investigates the best places to fall ill abroad
Thursday 6 August 2009
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Best of British food abroad: Skyscanner's top 10 Blighty bites
For those that prefer to stick to what they know whilst away from the Motherland, we present 10 of the best places to eat British abroad
Tuesday 4 August 2009
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Holiday Reading: book ideas for your next trip
Skyscanner writer Nick suggests ten of his favourite holiday reads – with a travelling theme of course.
Monday 27 July 2009
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8 Alternative Festivals from Skyscanner
From cult films to phalluses, monkeys to mud, Skyscanner introduces some non-musical alternative festivals from around the world
Thursday 23 July 2009
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Nature Holidays in World’s 10 Greenest Countries
Reach for your inner hippy and explore the world of camping, ‘glamping’ and eco-lodges in the world’s top 10 greenest countries
Tuesday 21 July 2009
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Cheap Vs Chic: Safari
Skyscanner looks at two safari options – the chic and the cheap – that will give you the safari experience, whatever your budget.
Monday 20 July 2009
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Collioure, France: Skyscanner Staff Favourites
Unspoiled and idyllically pretty, Collioure is where the French take their holidays.
Tuesday 14 July 2009
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Paris: Staff Favourites
Charming, romantic and stylish. Paris is still one of the most impressive cities in the world.
Monday 13 July 2009
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The Ultimate Harry Potter Tour: 13 Potter Places from Skyscanner
The ultimate Harry Potter tour; explore the Potter universe and visit all the places associated with the Potter films and books.
Thursday 9 July 2009
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Sand and the City: Top 10 Urban Beaches
Skyscanner introduces 10 cities where beaches, deckchairs and cocktails can be found well within city limits.
Tuesday 7 July 2009
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Lord Howe Island, Australia: Skyscanner Staff Favourites
Discovered by a convict ship in 1788, Lord Howe Island is a paradise for nature lovers, with sandy beaches, subtropical forests and mountains
Monday 6 July 2009
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Eight Summer Lake Breaks: fresh ideas for fresh water
Swap saltwater for freshwater and visit a lakeside location this year. Skyscanner takes a look at some of the world’s best summer lake holidays.
Tuesday 30 June 2009
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Travels through words: 10 books that inspire journeys
Skyscanner takes a look at various books where exotic, and sometimes not so exotic locations, are key to the mood of the novel.
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Orkney: Skyscanner Staff Favourites
Quiet sandy beaches, stunning scenery, wildlife, fresh cuisine and warm welcoming hospitality make Orkney a must.
Monday 29 June 2009
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Escape from Little Britain: 10 Low-Brit Holidays
Skyscanner introduces 10 places to avoid the British crowds this summer
Tuesday 23 June 2009
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Top 10 family holidays: best destinations for summer fun
10 family holiday ideas which should keep mum, dad and the kids happy
Monday 22 June 2009
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Kolkata (Calcutta): Skyscanner Staff Favourites
A city left behind by modern India, Communist led Kolkata (Calcutta) is a metropolis like no other.
Tuesday 16 June 2009
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Seven Secret Budget Beaches: sun, sea, sand and savings
Want to avoid the British Malaga mobs or the Crete crowds? We introduce some of Europe's less well known beach destinations.
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Destination Denmark: 6 Reasons to Visit Southern Scandinavia
From bacon to beaches, Legoland to cycle chic, Denmark is a superb summer destination
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Krakow: Skyscanner Staff Favourites
Arguably the most interesting place in Poland, Krakow, a Capital of Culture has food festivals, fantastic pubs and is full of famous landmarks.
Tuesday 9 June 2009
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Vienna: Skyscanner Staff Favourites
Awe-inspiring architecture, vast expanses of public green space, world class opera houses and gritty rock venues - welcome to Vienna.
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Adventure Travel Around the World
Adventure travel expert Catrionna Grant from Tucan Travel introduces the world's top spots for exciting travel
Tuesday 2 June 2009
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Festival Frenzy: Music Festivals around the World
Skyscanner takes a look at some of the lesser known music festivals of the world
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Thailand Spas and Health Resorts: Budget Vs Bling
Skyscanner introduces the budget version of the bling spa.
Tuesday 26 May 2009
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Crete's Best Beaches: the seven sands
Crete expert, Duncan McGregor, introduces Crete's most rated beaches.
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Ukraine: Hidden Countries
When the world’s most travelled man says Ukraine is a nice place, you’ve got to take note.
Tuesday 19 May 2009
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Rome: Skyscanner Favourites
A city that doesn't need to try hard to impress, Rome's history, vibrance and energy continues to draw tourists from around the world.
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Kashmir India: Hidden Countries
Once a tourist hotspot, the beautiful but troubled Kashmir is now seeing a welcome return of intrepid travellers.
Monday 11 May 2009
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San Francisco Bay Area, California: Staff Favourites
Known for its liberal lifestyle, scenic beauty and summer fog, San Fran is one of the USA's most rated cities.
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Albania: Hidden Countries
Unspoiled, untouched and relatively unheard of as a tourist destination, Albania is one of Europe’s best kept secrets.
Wednesday 6 May 2009
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Myanmar (Burma): Hidden Countries
An outcast of the international community, Myanmar (or Burma), occupies a strange space in the world of tourism
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Top 10 Must-See American Hotels for European Travellers
Celebrity sightings, Art Deco architecture and Hollywood hookups. We look at the Top 10 list of hotels where America’s past and culture runs high.
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South Africa’s Garden Route: Skyscanner Staff Favourites
The most beautiful region in the Western Cape of South Africa, the Garden Route offers pristine beaches, lush forests, crystal lakes and cool rivers.
Tuesday 28 April 2009
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Iran: Hidden Countries
Axis of evil? Home of hospitality more like. Iran's got the beaches, the mountains, the food, culture and cuisine to make it a top tourist spot, so what are you waiting for?
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F1 2009: Chase the Race with Skyscanner
Skyscanner introduces the F1 2009 races and how to get to them.
Monday 20 April 2009
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8 Top Marathons: running around the world
Skyscanner presents our top pick of marathons around the world; from Edinburgh to Everest, pack your pacemaker and keep on running
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Japan: Skyscanner Staff Favourites
An utterly mesmerising, intriguing and confusing country, Japan is a guaranteed cultural adventure, not forgotten quickly.
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Bosnia and Herzegovina: Hidden Countries
Better known for bomb sites and bullet holes than holidays, Bosnia and Herzegovina is now making a welcome return to the tourist trail
Tuesday 14 April 2009
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North Korea (DPRK): Hidden Countries
Nicknamed the Hermit State, North Korea is an isolated country, almost entirely untouched by tourists
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Hurghada, Egypt: Skyscanner Staff Favourites
Sun, sea and loads of sand, Hurghada in Egypt has all the attractions of Sharm el Sheikh, with far fewer tourists.
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Mountain Madness: 7 climbs for budding mountaineers
Skyscanner introduces 7 mountains for the weekend warrior mountain climber.
Monday 6 April 2009
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Florence: Weekend of the Week
Home to some of the most gifted artists of the Renaissance, Florence offers magic corners everywhere you go.
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Marrakesh: Skyscanner Staff Favourite
Fast, full of history and spiced with exotic allure, Marrakesh is an ideal destination for the more intrepid traveller.
Tuesday 31 March 2009
- Kaliningrad: Weekend of the Week A territory of Russia, yet geographically completely separated from the Soviet superpower, the city of Kaliningrad occupies a strange space in Europe.
Monday 30 March 2009
- Top 10 Beer Drinking Nations: World’s Biggest Brew Lovers Pack your pint glass and become a beer tourist in the planet’s best places to sample Nature’s Nectar.
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Shanghai: Skyscanner Staff Favourites
A capitalist Mecca with a communist past, Shanghai is perhaps East Asia’s most thrilling metropolis.
Monday 23 March 2009
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New York: Skyscanner Staff Favourites
A restless city, moving at a frenetic pace and ever on the edge of invention, New York remains one of the most iconic cities on the planet.
- Geneva: Weekend of the Week Surrounded by mountains and lying on the shore of Lake Geneva, this Swiss city is well served by an efficient tram system, has a charming old town, elegant architecture and a calm atmosphere.
Tuesday 17 March 2009
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Barcelona: Staff Favourites
With over 4km of beaches within the city limits, plus vivacious nightlife, great food and fun people, Barcelona is a top city break destination
Monday 16 March 2009
- Amsterdam – Weekend of the week Amsterdam lives a dual existence; on one hand, its coffee shops and red light districts are a garden of forbidden delights – yet on the other, Amsterdam is a high class city,
- Top 10 Golf Resorts in Europe: Start the New Golf Season in Style As spring begins to warm up the fairways, Skyscanner introduces the top 10 best golf resorts in Europe
Thursday 12 March 2009
- Skyscanner's top 10 best places to be Irish on St Patrick's Day Skyscanner celebrates today’s launch of www.skyscanner.ie with a list of the top 10 best places to be Irish on March 17th – even if it’s just for the day!
Tuesday 10 March 2009
- Dublin: Weekend of the Week Paint the town green for the St Patrick's Day Festival with a party in every pub and all through the streets of Dublin...
- Top 10 Healthy Holiday Spots that Could Lengthen your Life Feeling a bit rundown? Skyscanner takes a look at those countries where people live the longest. Known for offering active lifestyles, healthy cuisine and plenty of the great outdoors, a trip to one of these places might just add a few years to your own life!
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Los Angeles: Staff Favourites
Los Angeles: the city of angels is a contradiction – inextricably linked with Hollywood and celebrity, LA is actually a surprisingly diverse holiday location. Look beyond the obvious beaches, theme parks and film star mansions – to find a hidden LA that is well worth exploring.
Tuesday 3 March 2009
- 10 Best Ski Resorts for Late Season Snow & Spring Skiing Skyscanner's lowdown on where to go to experience last minute Winter thrills.
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Melbourne: Skyscanner Staff Favourites
Despite the laid back Aussie atmosphere there is plenty going on in this lively city; from barbys on the beach to aussie rules football and fantastic nightlife.
- Copenhagen: weekend of the week Explore the quaint side-streets of Denmark's capital before visting Hans Christian Andersen's famous Little Mermaid. Then prepare for a late night in some of Copenhagen's famous clubs.
Monday 23 February 2009
- Corsica: weekend of the week Enjoy incredible beaches, breathtaking mountain scenery, fantastic cuisine and diverse geography on this untouched Mediterranean island
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Bangkok: Skyscanner Staff Favourites
Thailand's capital offers an intoxicating mix of climate-controlled mega-malls just minutes from ancient temples. This truly energised city is an excellent introduction to Asia.
- Top 10 Best Winter Sun Spots from Skyscanner Say “good-bye grey sky”, and “hello heat” as Skyscanner looks at some of the best winter sun destinations so you can escape the rain and cold, and find sun, sand and warm seas instead, without busting your budget.
Monday 16 February 2009
- Lisbon: weekend of the week Spread across seven hills and incorporating an estuary, Lisbon has a great natural setting which is enhanced by its vibrant, cosmopolitan and creative atmosphere.
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Granada, Spain: Skyscanner Staff Favourites
Granada: gateway to the Mediterranean coastline, yet framed by the snowy peaks of the Sierra Nevada, Granada has sun, snow and enough cultural and historic attractions to entertain everyone
Tuesday 10 February 2009
- Half-Term Holiday Hotspot Bargains With the half-term holidays approaching fast, Skyscanner, highlights some bargain hotspots which are ideal for family fun.
Monday 9 February 2009
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Helsinki, Finland: Skyscanner Staff Favourites
Helsinki: Finland’s cool capital is surrounded by sea and a vast archipelago, creating a city that blends Nordic urban chic with outstanding natural beauty
Friday 6 February 2009
- Innsbruck: weekend of the week Surrounded by snow capped mountains, Innsbruck is a charming mediaeval city. Great for snow lovers, you can catch the cable car up to the Nordpark ski area and go from city centre to ski slope in just 20 minutes.
Thursday 5 February 2009
- World’s Top 10 most Romantic Destinations As Valentine’s Day approaches, Skyscanner reveals the Top 10 most Romantic places on planet Earth.
Monday 2 February 2009
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Slovenia: Skyscanner Staff Favourites
Slovenia: undeniably beautiful, yet surprising modern and forward thinking, this small, central European country retains all its rustic charm, is great value and remains untouched by mass tourism.
Thursday 29 January 2009
- Bucharest: weekend of the week Bucharest offers a intriguing mix of incredible neoclassic architecture, old town romance and imposing communist-era buildings that mark Romania’s time under communist control...
Wednesday 21 January 2009
- Top 10 Valentine Breaks: romantic holiday destinations off the beaten track Skyscanner introduces 10 cities where love is still in the air (as opposed to overpriced hotels, rip off restaurants and commercialised romance).
Tuesday 20 January 2009
- Berlin: weekend of the week Visit Berlin – Germany’s cool capital for history, culture and party party party! Germany’s largest city is young, sexy and renowned for its excellent nightlife.
Monday 19 January 2009
- Beyond the Eurozone: 9 Cheap Travel Spots Skyscanner takes a look at the best value travel destinations, where euros are out and pounds still stretch.
Thursday 15 January 2009
- Oslo: weekend of the week With fjords and mountains just minutes away from the centre, Oslo is an outdoor city, perfect for an active city break...
Thursday 8 January 2009
- New Year's Resolutions: give it up and travel the world Skyscanner takes a look and how far you could fly if you ditch your dirty habits. So why not go cold turkey and reward yourself with a weekend break with all the funds you save?
Monday 5 January 2009
- Where are we going in 2009? Top 10 Travel Destinations Skyscanner reports on the top 10 most searched for 2009 destinations to see where people are heading on holiday this year.
Wednesday 17 December 2008
- White Christmas Guaranteed: places where the snow will show If rain and drizzle just won’t do, Skyscanner introduces eight places where you are guaranteed a white Christmas.
Thursday 11 December 2008
- World’s Most Christmassy Places: Top 10 festively themed destinations Travel doesn’t get much more festive than this. Skyscanner scans the globe to bring you the top ten most Christmassy places on planet earth.
Wednesday 10 December 2008
- Xmas Present Experiences: give the gift of flight Skyscanner suggests gift destination ideas for each member of the family that will guarantee a genuine smile upon unwrapping.
Monday 8 December 2008
- Lapland: not in the UK says Skyscanner Last time we looked, Lapland wasn’t in Dorset. In fact, we’re fairly sure that Lapland is not in the UK at all. Skyscanner takes a look at Europe's last great wilderness...
Friday 5 December 2008
- Best Christmas Markets: Get your Festive Fix Get into the Christmas spirit at one of Europe’s many Christmas Markets. Skyscanner takes a look at some of the best places to get your festive fix.
Wednesday 3 December 2008
- Top Ski Airports for winter 2008/9: Most popular landing spots for British Skiers & Snowboarders Skyscanner dips into its data to see where British winter sports enthusiasts are flying to this winter.
Friday 28 November 2008
- Top New Year Party Places: Skyscanner reveals most popular destinations for UK revellers Skyscanner reveals the most popular* New Year destinations for Brits.
Tuesday 18 November 2008
- Europe’s Secret Cities: Top 10 Least Travelled Capitals Skyscanner counts down Europe’s most undiscovered capitals, that feel much further from home than they really are
Thursday 13 November 2008
- Pound Power & Bargains Abroad: places where sterling is still strong Our good old British pound may be losing its power in the Eurozone and the US, but there’s still places where the Sterling is strengthening.
Wednesday 5 November 2008
- 007 Licence to Travel: Bond’s Best European Locations Skyscanner takes a look at some of Bond’s best European spots so you can launch a mission of your own.
Thursday 30 October 2008
- Awesome Autumn Travel: the coolest time to visit the hottest cities Skyscanner takes a look at five notoriously hellish summer cities, and tells you why autumn is the coolest time to visit.
Thursday 23 October 2008
- The Queen on SLO Republic Royal tour: Interest in Eastern Europe Up 41% Data from flight search engine Skyscanner (www.Skyscanner.net) shows that interest in Eastern European countries is rising rapidly with summer 2008 flight searches to the top ten Eastern capitals up by 41% compared to summer 2007.
Thursday 16 October 2008
- Tourism heats up after Icelandic Meltdown: 400% increase in Iceland flight searches Flight search traffic for UK-Iceland routes has risen by 400% over the last month, according to the flight search engine, Skyscanner.
Tuesday 14 October 2008
- Spain Dominates Top Ten Half Term Holiday Spots Alicante was one of six Spanish cities that dominated the top ten most searched for flight destinations over the half term holiday period, according to flight search engine, Skyscanner. It seems families are keen to take their last chance for sun before winter sets in, with 9 of the top 10 half term holiday destinations being beach/sun holiday spots.
Friday 3 October 2008
- Trick or Treat? Skyscanner's Halloween Holiday Ideas Ghost and ghoulie lovers get ready for the season of spookyness! Halloween is just around the corner, so why not take the kids off to one of these hot Halloween destinations to get your fix of frightening fun.
Friday 19 September 2008
- Fall Fun: Skyscanner’s guide to the best Autumn colour spots Tree lovers and foliage fans rejoice – autumn is here which means the leaves are turning, bringing fiery reds, golden browns and bright yellow blazes of colour to the mountains, hillsides and parks of Europe. Skyscanner introduces five of the best places to sample the trees in all their autumn glory, not to mention the pleasures of lower prices and no crowds.
Wednesday 10 September 2008
- Autumn Holiday Ideas: Skyscanner’s guide to off-season trips Skyscanner's guide to the post-summer shoulder season; find fewer crowds, cheaper flights and bargain accommodation, plus there’s still plenty of sun going around if you know where to look.
Wednesday 3 September 2008
- Oktoberfest: Skyscanner’s Guide to the World’s Best Beer Fest Don your lederhosen, grab your stein and join 6 million other party goers in Munich for the world’s greatest beer drinking extravaganza, with Skyscanner’s top tips to Oktoberfest.
Friday 8 August 2008
- Skyscanner Beach Patrol: last minute flights for seaside holidays What better way to unwind than spending a long weekend, listening to sound of waves lapping the shores of a white sandy beach, sipping on a pina colda and soaking up some UV? Take advantage of Skyscanner’s list of top flight bargains and jet off to one of Europe's best beaches this summer.
Wednesday 30 July 2008
- Skyscanner's Family Holiday Summer Specials It’s the perfect time of year to grab a flight and whisk the children away for some fun in the sun as the weather is hots up. Take advantage of the school holidays and find a cheap summer getaway with Skyscanner’s list of top flight bargains.
Tuesday 22 July 2008
- Skyscanner's F1 Frenzy: chase the race It’s the middle of the season and the championship is hotting up. There are four races left in Europe before F1 moves to the Far East so why not chase the race and get your Formula 1 fix with Skyscanner’s list of top flight bargains.
Tuesday 15 July 2008
- Music Festival Fun: Skyscanner's Top Picks music festivals, paleo festival nyon, sziget festival, pukkelpop, lowlands, electric picnic, iceland airwaves,
