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| 29 August 2008 |
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| Holidaymakers planning to hop on cheap ferries to the Isle of Wight in September may have the nice surprise of finding that many of the island's top attractions are free to enter on certain days. |
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| 29 August 2008 |
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| Passengers planning ferry crossings with Wightlink will soon be transported on a new ship that is on its way back to the UK. |
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| 29 August 2008 |
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| Brits who like nothing more than to browse through markets selling arts and crafts will be able to hop on cheap ferries to Brittany in October for the Festival Saint-Simon. |
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| 29 August 2008 |
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| Irish Continental Group (ICG) saw first-half profits rise to E166 million despite a rise in fuel costs. |
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| 28 August 2008 |
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| There are few more exciting holiday options on offer to winter sports enthusiasts than ski breaks in France, with numerous resorts to be found in the south of the country nestled within one of the world's greatest mountain ranges – the Alps. |
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| 28 August 2008 |
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| The Isle of Man Steam Packet Company has announced that it is taking advance ferry bookings for the Manx Grand Prix 2009. |
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| 28 August 2008 |
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| Comedy fans should ensure they book their cheap ferries to Belfast soon to see top stand-up Lee Evans. |
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| 28 August 2008 |
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| Families planning ferry crossings to the Isle of Wight may be interested to hear of the successful opening of a new skate park that could keep kids entertained for hours. |
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| 27 August 2008 |
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| Jazz lovers should hop on cheap ferries to the Isle of Man next month if they want to celebrate their passion for the popular musical genre with like-minded people. |
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| 27 August 2008 |
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| Movie fans should book their cheap ferries to Dublin soon to be part of one of the many film festivals set to take place in the city over the coming months. |
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| 27 August 2008 |
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| People planning ski holidays to Chamonix over the coming months will have the opportunity to take a day off from the piste and discover more about the science behind the unique landscapes of the Alps. |
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| 26 August 2008 |
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| DFDS Seaways has announced that this year it will be allowing passengers with caravans to transport their vehicles for free. |
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| 26 August 2008 |
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| SeaFrance has announced that the Moliere made her first commercial Dover-Calais crossing on August 19th. |
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| 26 August 2008 |
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| Irish Ferries has announced that it will be offering a £59 one-way fare for ferry crossings to Ireland for the coming autumn/winter season. |
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| 26 August 2008 |
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| Extending three ro-ro cargo ships increases the ships' cargo carrying capacity by 25% and provides the required capacity for the cargo route between Sweden and the United Kingdom. |
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| 23 August 2008 |
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| The day began with breakfast at the Chatsworth Hotel in Hastings; this was about the only highlight of this rather dreary hotel. |
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| 22 August 2008 |
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| Fans of extreme sports will be tempted to catch cheap ferries to the Isle of Wight next month for the White Air festival. |
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| 22 August 2008 |
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| Cheap ferries, high-speed rail services and other such alternatives to air travel require investment from the government if they are to have an effect, according to Friends of the Earth (FOE). |
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| 21 August 2008 |
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| People with a liking for unusual creatures from around the world will be able to indulge their interest if they take cheap ferries to the Isle of Wight this year. |
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| 21 August 2008 |
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| Brittany Ferries has recently unveiled Armorique, its new luxury cruise-ferry, which will be fitted out next year ready to enter service in March 2009. |
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| 21 August 2008 |
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| People setting off on their holidays on cross-Channel ferries were among those who contributed to an increase in demand for euros this summer. |
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| 21 August 2008 |
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| Despite rising fuel costs, Irish Ferries, the low fares ferry company, has announced that, for the autumn and winter, it will again be offering a GBP59 one-way fare to Ireland. |
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| 20 August 2008 |
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| Some two million British people are set to escape the wettest August for years by setting off on holiday over the coming weekend, according to new figures. |
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| 20 August 2008 |
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| Brits planning ferry crossings to Brittany this autumn may get the opportunity to attend a contemporary music event set to be held in the region. |
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| 20 August 2008 |
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| After absorbing all the rising costs of fuel for several months, the Isle of
Man Steam Packet regrets that it must now pass on a proportion of the
additional costs to customers with effect from September 1st. |
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| 19 August 2008 |
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| If you are planning a trip away in the New Year and are unsure where to head then Dunkerque may be just the place. |
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| 19 August 2008 |
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| Holidaymakers are continuing to ferry across to Belfast to enjoy the magnificent Giant's Causeway, it has been revealed. |
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| 19 August 2008 |
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| Figures have shown that last year was the busiest in history for Dublin Port with record numbers of passengers flocking to the city. |
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| 18 August 2008 |
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| Heavy downpours and unsettled conditions have forced the cancellation of a key ferry service and show no sign of easing. |
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| 18 August 2008 |
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| Britons are increasingly looking to the Isle of Wight for holiday homes that are easily accessible by ferry in a property market that is thriving. |
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| 18 August 2008 |
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| Ferry operators are keeping prices low in an attempt to take advantage of growing air fares, according to a report in the Times newspaper. |
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| 15 August 2008 |
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| Theatre fans may be interested in catching a Dublin ferry over the coming months to see the Abbey Theatre's presentation of Oscar Wilde's play An Ideal Husband. |
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| 15 August 2008 |
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| One of the many things that people planning a ferry crossing to Dublin can look forward to is exploring the city's literary associations, according to TripAdvisor. |
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| 14 August 2008 |
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| The Isle of Wight will this month host an outdoor production of one of Sir Arthur Conan Doyle's best-loved mysteries. |
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| 14 August 2008 |
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| The Spanish port city of Malaga's Museo Picasso will next month open an exhibition of the work of influential painter, sculptor and graphic artist Max Ernst. |
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| 14 August 2008 |
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| Ferry Travel is going through a period of renaissance these days sparked by various things such as airport delays, flight surcharges, credit crunch and carbon footprint etc. |
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| 14 August 2008 |
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| Thousands of jobs in the Humber region could be lost as a result of a shake up of the rating system for commercial properties in the port of Hull. |
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| 13 August 2008 |
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| Lovers of the music of Nat King Cole will be sorely tempted to hop on a Dublin ferry this October as one of the city's major venues hosts a tribute to the great musician. |
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| 13 August 2008 |
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| The town of Felanitx on the Balearic island of Majorca will this month hold its annual celebrations of the patron saint of San Agustin. |
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| 13 August 2008 |
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| Stena Line is expecting to hear next month if a bid to have its new £200 million port plan included on a list of national developments in Scotland was successful. |
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| 12 August 2008 |
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| An increasing number of British couples are opting to set off across Europe and elsewhere for their weddings, according to the British Insurance Brokers' Association (Biba). |
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| 12 August 2008 |
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| Fans of the history and culture of British film may fancy taking a ferry trip to Brittany this year for the Dinard British Film Festival. |
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| 12 August 2008 |
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| A recent report by a major insurance company confirms that around 200,000 bags are lost each month at UK airports. |
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| 11 August 2008 |
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| One of the major advantages of ferry travel over flying is the peace of mind that passengers have regarding their luggage, a major company has claimed. |
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| 11 August 2008 |
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| P&O Ferries has confirmed a €360 million (£281 million) contract with Aker Yards for two new vessels to operate the Dover-Calais service. |
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| 11 August 2008 |
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| Brittany Ferries launched its new luxury cruise ferry in Helsinki yesterday. |
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| 11 August 2008 |
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| Leading ferry company urges the trade to educate travellers on taking their pets on holiday and works with leading animal psychologist to help holidaymakers do it safely. |
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| 11 August 2008 |
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| The company which is buying the ferry company Condor Ferries has said there will be no changes in the company's management, staff or services. |
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| 09 August 2008 |
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| Restrictions have been imposed on Condor Ferries fast craft after further complaints about wave problems at La Vallette Bathing Pools. |
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| 09 August 2008 |
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| Ferry travel has been described as a convenient, cost-effective and
greener way for holidaymakers to travel abroad. |
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| 08 August 2008 |
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| Holidaymakers are refusing to fully give in to the credit crunch, with one expert claiming that trips abroad are one luxury Brits feel are 'non-negotiable'. |
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| 08 August 2008 |
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| Music enthusiasts are being urged to book their ferry tickets to Belfast soon after it was announced that Counting Crows will be playing a gig in the city later this year. |
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| 08 August 2008 |
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| P&O Ferries are really pleased to announce that we have just signed a Eur 360m contract with the Finnish shipbuilder, Aker Yards for the two largest ferries EVER to be constructed for the Dover-Calais service. |
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| 08 August 2008 |
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| The traditional family motoring holiday on the continent is enjoying a comeback, triggering an order for huge new ferries by P & O. |
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| 07 August 2008 |
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| Stena Line is introducing a new tagging system for football fans travelling on its Belfast to Stranraer route. |
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| 07 August 2008 |
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| 07 August 2008 |
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| Those planning to jet off somewhere sunny such as Barcelona in Spain this Christmas may have to seek alternative forms of travel such as taking the ferry. |
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| 07 August 2008 |
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| Condor Ferries, the Channel Islands ferry operator, has been sold by the Royal Bank of Scotland to a fund managed by Australian bank Macquarie for an undisclosed price, thought to be £260m-£280m. |
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| 06 August 2008 |
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| No trip to Belgium would be complete without sampling what is arguably the country's tastiest export so visitors are urged to join in its International Hop and Beer Festival. |
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| 06 August 2008 |
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| Jazz fans are being urged to book their ferry tickets now for a spectacular music festival which is being held in Amsterdam next month, it has been reported. |
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| 06 August 2008 |
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| Equestrian enthusiasts are expected to be catching the ferry to Dublin in their droves to attend a mammoth horse show being held in the city. |
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| 05 August 2008 |
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| With the credit crunch impacting on many families this year, travelling by ferry is set to prove popular as it can be much cheaper than other methods of transport. |
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| 05 August 2008 |
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| Taking the ferry is more enjoyable for children as there is often more to do onboard, one expert has said. |
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| 05 August 2008 |
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| For a city-wide taste of what Dublin has to offer, September 19th could be the day to visit. |
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| 05 August 2008 |
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| Travel agents are selling more last minute domestic holidays this summer and at higher prices, a leading operator claims. |
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| 04 August 2008 |
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| A ferry is back in business after being removed from service following a crash last week. |
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| 04 August 2008 |
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| Ferry travel is said to be becoming increasingly popular in Ireland , with travel writer Nik Quaife claiming the method of transport is now "in vogue". |
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| 04 August 2008 |
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| Ferry operator Stena Line, which operates ferry services between Britain and Ireland, has unveiled its new-look `HSS Stena Voyager' following a £2 million refurbishment. |
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| 01 August 2008 |
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| Holidaymakers are boosting the number of trips they are able to take each year by squeezing in shorter breaks, according to the Association of Independent Tour Operators (Aito). |
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| 01 August 2008 |
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| Those people who enjoy nothing more than a round of golf have been given extra reasons to take a ferry trip to Brittany, with a number of special offers and promotions having been launched. |
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