Dundee is transforming its waterfront, to draw visitors in. Adrian looks at what there is for the short break tripper
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Dundee is transforming its waterfront, to draw visitors in. Adrian looks at what there is for the short break tripper
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“The Consumer Council represents consumers and gives them a voice. We ensure that the policy makers in Northern Ireland hear that voice and take it into account when they are making decisions that affect us all.”
One of the big tips for tourism this year was going to be space exploration. No, not joining Virgin’s space flights but watching the heavens. African countries and the outback of Australia where light pollution is minimal compared to almost any British suburb are promoting these opportunities. But you don’t have to necessarily go so far. Even the BBC has got into the act by running a series called Stargazing Live which is bound to excite interest.
The Brecon Beacons in South Wales are running events from March onwards where you can be guided by people who know what they are talking about.
First Choice and Thomson holidaymakers are to pay more for their vacations next year, owing to the rising costs of fuel and accommodation.
That’s the conclusion from a company called Collinson Latitude. This company specialises in finding other ways for airlines to make money out of you other than just from ticket sales. It can be travel insurance or entry into airport lounges or a host of other things. The important thing is that they are successful in developing these services for travel companies.
So when they say that two thirds of airlines around the world have systems to increase revenue but that they still don’t focus on the customer you are inclined to believe them. If we take one airline, the one that says it is the favourite airline of Europe, Britain, Ireland and probably countless other places earns a lot of extra money from passengers. It would say that helps keep fares low. It would say that is what it has done for the passenger.
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