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TICK VIRUS
30.6.8
Tick borne encephalitis.
The incident of illness caused by the tick virus has greatly increased in the last year. It is particularly prevalent in Central Europe.The highest risk is for holidaymekers participating in outdoor activities,hiking,camping etc. and is mainly seasonal from spring to autumn.

see ---www.fleetstreetclinic.com/ for more information.

Childrens'Activity Holidays
23.6.8

For peace of mind look at the following websites

www.baha.org.uk--Brtitish Activity Holidays Association

and

www.aals.org.uk----for safety issues and register of licence holders

FOR CHILDRENS' HOLIDAYS ENTER "CHILDREN" IN THE SEARCH BOX INTEREST SPACE

CITIZEN CARDS
10.6.8
QUOTE"
CitizenCards are accepted nationwide at supermarkets, off-licences, newsagents, forecourts, pubs, clubs, gaming centres, cinemas, banks, airlines and in many other places CitizenCards are accepted nationwide at supermarkets, off-licences, newsagents, forecourts, pubs, clubs, gaming centres, cinemas, banks, airlines and in many other places" ......
see www.citizencard.com/


CYCLING ALONG THE DANUBE
10.6.8
QUOTE"
The Danube Bicycle Path was developed from the old towpath, where earlier 60 horses towed laden ships up the river. Today, easygoing holidaymakers pedal the 313 km along this path from the three—rivers city of Passau to the waltz capital of Vienna. From 290 m above sea level to the goal, at 183 m, the route always follows the Danube — flat, traffic—free, and gently downhill."

see www.donaureisen.com..
or ..www.hookedoncycling.co.uk

WALKING AND CYCLING IN SPAIN
27.5.8
QUOTE " Vías Verdes / Greenways are the result of converting disused railway lines into cycling and walking routes. Easy, accessible, far removed from motorised traffic and with hardly any steep slopes, they are specially recommended for nature lovers and people who enjoy outdoor exercise."

WWW.VIASVERDES.COM

EDITOR'S COMMENTS
23.5.8

Go to EDITOR'S COMMENTS for other travel information

More News & Ideas
Where do you want to go on holiday?
What do you want to do ?
Holidays,perhaps cruising the Baltics, horse riding in Mongolia, camping around the Mediterranean, childrens adventure holidays, staying in farmhouses in Italy and much more,,,

Simply enter your selections in the SEARCH ENGINE box at the top of the page and find the website that may help you. Places, Interests or Places/Interests
For other ideas and information see below
A--Holiday Suggestions-Holidays, places,special interests
HHoHliday Suggestions
B--Health,Air Safety,Weather etc. Websites - scroll down

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A-HOLIDAY SUGGESTIONS - This section will be updated regularly-...................................................................................................................................................................

www.reddottours.com - Red Dot is an ATOL-bonded UK company specialising in tailored holidays to Sri Lanka, Kerala and the Maldives.

- www.santorini-yachts.com/santorini-sailing.php
Santorini sailing, daily and sunset cruises with the Caldera luxury catamaran of Spiridakos sailing yacht company Santorini

-A sanctuary and retreat in the Himalayas amongst the village peopl
e-www.shaktihimalaya.com

- Prime Adventures is a range of inspiring small group trips designed for the active over 50s.
www.primeadventures.co.uk - India, Cuba, Tibet, Nepal, Vietnam, Egypt, Jordan.and more

-Mongol activities and adventures on the remote steppes of Ulan Bator - see www.highandwild.co.uk - horsemanship,archery,ancient folklore and more

- The Danube Express
train- www.danube-express.com -"The Danube Express is Central Europe’s ultimate luxury 'Hotel on Wheels" - see the cities of Central Europe in style
- Accommodation - to find a large choice enter "Accommodation" in the search box. - Yurts,Tipis,Special places, Gypsy caravans and much more

--Responsible Travel - for many websites enter- "Eco/Responsible Travel-holidays" in the Search Engine box-

- Holidays in the Arctic regions, Summer and Winter

Iceland,Greenland,Sweden,Norway,Lapland,Canada see - www.arctic-experience.co.uk/

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The new Tangula Express from China to Tibet and other remote areas of China see - www.tangula.com.cn

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Military history - enter "Battlefields" in the Search engine box. Battlefields worldwide,ancient and modern.

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Trains"a wonderful journey through glorious countryside to one of England's magnificent Cities or coastal towns." - travel on famous old steam trains - www.steamdreams.com

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Last minute offers see - www.timesonline.co.uk/travel

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Cruise holidays
combines with a walking holiday - see www.ramblersholidays.com

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Winter Sun ideas - enter " Holidays-Winter Sun " in the Search Engine Box

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Christmas Markets - inc cruises enter"Christmas Markets in the Search Engine box-
cruises

- Nannies- enter "Nannies" in the Search engine box

- Touring holidays- worldwide enter "Touring" in the search box

- Coach holidays
- enter "Coach" in the search box

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Gourmet food and wine four night tour to Croatia - www.winetours.co.uk

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A holistic spa on the Greek island of Skyros - www.skyros.co.uk

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We specialise in exciting and adventurous bespoke travel solutions" e.g dog sledding in the Arctic - voyageconcepts.co.uk

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Danube Delta-Romania, see the wonderful bird life go to www.originaltravel.co.uk for travel arrangements.

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a wine tour by train from Siena to Montalcino for the Italian wine harvest -www.winestation.it

- Cruise on a small ship, go to www.noble-caledonia.co.uk - worldwide cruises.

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Travel from Cusco to Macchu Picchu in Peru,on the lavish Hiram Bingham train - go to tour operator,Journey Latin America - www.journeylatinamerica.co.uk

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Walking with a difference in England and Wales, walk the long, ancient Offa's Dyke -www.offasdyke.demon.co.uk/dyke.htm

- Wine tours with a difference around the world-an active holiday!! - www.zephyradventures.com/types-wine.htm
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Holidays out of the ordinary
- www.blacktomato.co.uk

-Culture tours in India-Temples and more - www.industours.co.uk

-In the foothills of the Himalayas
,walk from mountain village to village,a unique responsible tourism venture. - www.villageways.com

-Guided walks in Spanish Andalucia
- www.headwater.com

-Cruise Alaska in a small ship - www.nahighways.com

-For a jungle wildlife experience go to the Manu Biosphere Reserve in Peru see the following Tour Operator web sites:
Reef and Rainforests - www.reefandrainforest.co.uk
Journey Latin America - www.journeylatinamerica.co.uk
Wildlife Worldwide - www.wildlifeworldwide.com
Last Frontiers - www.lastfrontiers.com
-"The finest chain of small boutique & villa hotels in Kerala" - www.malabarhouse.com
-Winter and Summer adventures and activities in the the far north of Norway - www.nordicsafari.com
-Swimming tours to Croatia, Greece, Malta, Germany, Australia, New Zealand and the British Isles. - www.swimtrek.com
-An award-winning network for ecological Tourism - www.ecoclub.com
-Try the Baltics for a holiday
Denmark - Bornholm Island- www.bornholminfo.dk
Sweden - Ystad - www.ystad.se - (see www.simplysweden.co.uk- Tour Operator )
Estonia - Parnu - www.visitparnu.com (see Tour Operator-www.balticholidays.com)
Germany - Travemunde - www.luebeck-tourism.de
-Boating holidays in Europe, canals,riversand the Venice lagoon.
Tour Operators....www.leboat.co.uk
.....www.blakes.co.uk. or enter "boating" in the search box
-For camping out of the ordinary,enter "Camping out of the ordinary" -in the search box.
-Adrenalin/adventure holidays and breaks in Scotland and Cornwall
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www.verticaldescents.com and www.watergatebay.co.uk
-Riding in Turkey - www.exclusiveescapes.com
-Deserts in Jordan - www.originaltravel.co.uk
-Riding in Polynesia - www.turquoiseholidays.co.uk
-Kitesurfing in Hawaii - www.hawaiian-dream.co.uk
-Paragliding in Venezuela - www.southamericanexperience.co.uk
-For something different enter "Holidays-Outof the ordinary" or "Holidays-Off the beaten track" in the search box

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-For special attractions e.g. the American Fall enter "attractions" in the search box

-For your special interests
or hobbies enter "special interests" in the search box. Examples
Cookery,Ballooning,Battlefields,Drama,Drawing,House sitters,Painting,Pets and many,many more hobbies, interests and ideas..
-For road maps and routes in Europe - www.theaa.com/travelwatch
-For Gap Year websites enter "Gap Year" in the search box
-Enjoy a foodie weekend in the country go to www.farmersmarkets.net. Then find accommodation through the search box
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  Country tourist information websites, worldwide
  Unbiased reviews of hotels, resorts and vacations
  


Health advice
Note that the warnings on these websites may vary between governments.
 UK Goverment health website
  USA travel advice
  London School of Tropical Medecine
  Health abroad
  Medical advice for travellers
  Travellers health
  A USA advice site
  Includes the latest outbreaks of diseases Travel health online
www.nathnac.org/travel/index.htm - The website provides health information on infectious and non-infectious health risks that travellers may encounter whilst overseas.

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