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| 31 December 2008 |
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| Thousands of people are expected to visit Belfast by ferry in the future after the city's council approved funding for a tourist attraction. |
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| 30 December 2008 |
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| Anyone looking for a great excuse to party should make sure to visit Amsterdam during the city's annual Queen's Day, a celebration of the monarch of the Netherlands' birthday. |
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| 30 December 2008 |
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| Taking place from January 22nd to the 29th, the event is a must see for those in the industry, or those lucky enough to get an invite. |
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| 29 December 2008 |
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| 24 December 2008 |
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| Fans of the popular pianist and television presenter Jools Holland will be setting off on ferry trips to Holland next year to see him perform in Amsterdam. |
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| 23 December 2008 |
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| Holidaymakers taking ferry trips to France in 2009 will be able to experience the new character of the Paris Ile-de-France region, according to the country's government tourist office. |
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| 23 December 2008 |
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| Dover ferry services proved so popular on December 22nd that the port experienced what was thought to be its busiest ever winter day. |
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| 22 December 2008 |
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| People embarking on ski holidays in France over the coming weeks will be met by the best snow conditions in a generation, according to reports. |
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| 22 December 2008 |
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| A new environmentally friendly car-passenger ferry model is being developed for use by P&O Ferries on its route from Dover to Calais. |
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| 19 December 2008 |
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| Lovers of classical music may be interested in catching Dublin ferries in January to enjoy an innovative performance event dedicated to Johann Strauss. |
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| 19 December 2008 |
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| The Association of British Travel Agents (Abta) has released figures showing that more than 200,000 people will catch cross-Channel ferries or travel under the Channel on Eurotunnel services this Christmas. |
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| 18 December 2008 |
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| Cross-channel ferries could prove a popular option among Franz Ferdinand fans next year when the indie group bring their European tour to Lille. |
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| 18 December 2008 |
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| Amsterdam will hold the title of World Book Capital until April 22nd 2009, giving ferry travellers plenty of opportunities to attend events celebrating literature and everything related to it. |
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| 18 December 2008 |
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| A spokesman for VisitBritain has suggested that the short overseas break could be the holiday type that is sacrificed by travellers trying to save money, with many people opting for ferry trips and other excursions within the UK. |
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| 17 December 2008 |
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| National tourism agency VisitDenmark has described Copenhagen as "Europe's most vibrant city". |
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| 17 December 2008 |
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| P&O Ferries passengers have been encouraged to add a touch of glamour and some time for relaxation to their ferry crossings by travelling in one of the operator's club lounges. |
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| 16 December 2008 |
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| Cheap ferries to Scotland will be an attractive option for many holidaymakers next year as the country hosts its Snowdrop Festival. |
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| 16 December 2008 |
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| The Daily Telegraph has compiled a list of the ten biggest travel and tourism events of 2008, at the top of which is the crisis that has engulfed the aviation industry. |
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| 16 December 2008 |
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| The low value of the pound against the euro could have a positive effect on UK tourism in 2009, according to the Tourism Alliance, meaning that ferry operators offering services within the UK could be in for a good year. |
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| 15 December 2008 |
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| People who like nothing more than spending time outdoors can catch Brittany ferries from spring next year to explore some of the most beautiful parks and gardens that the region has to offer. |
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| 15 December 2008 |
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| Cross-Channel ferries could prove popular with rugby fans in February and March next year as the Six Nations rugby tournament comes to France. |
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| 15 December 2008 |
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| There was a rise in the number of people catching Dover ferry services in November as Europe's Christmas markets began to attract visitors, it has been announced. |
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| 12 December 2008 |
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| Ferry services and other alternatives to air travel could benefit from a steady reduction in the number of people taking flights, a trend identified in two sets of figures released recently. |
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| 12 December 2008 |
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| Holidaymakers planning cross-Channel ferry trips may be interested in a list of ten reasons to visit Luxembourg, a European destination that is often overlooked by travellers. |
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| 12 December 2008 |
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| People planning cross-Channel ferry trips to stock up on food and drink ahead of Christmas have been advised to check the rules and regulations covering road use in Europe. |
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| 11 December 2008 |
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| Holidaymakers planning to use Eurotunnel services to reach the continent next year should see the tunnel return to full operations in February, it has been announced. |
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| 11 December 2008 |
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| Officials at Dover ferry port have given a cautious welcome to new EU legislation that is intended to offer more financial protection to passengers with regards to loss or damage of property, service cancellations or delays. |
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| 11 December 2008 |
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| Regular holidays have become so important for many British people that spending on essential items is being reduced to save money for getaways, according to research. |
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| 10 December 2008 |
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| People using ferry crossings and other maritime services throughout Europe will soon benefit from the sort of protection offered to air passengers following negotiations between the European parliament and EU member states. |
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| 10 December 2008 |
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| Dover ferry port officials have held talks with union leaders regarding the ongoing threat of industrial action at the sea travel hub. |
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| 09 December 2008 |
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| Dublin ferries will prove a popular option for movie fans in February next year as the Irish city hosts the Jameson Dublin International Film Festival. |
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| 09 December 2008 |
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| People with an interest in the art and culture of the comic book can catch cheap ferries to Belgium in February next year to see a giant balloon parade that will be held in Brussels. |
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| 09 December 2008 |
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| People planning to travel by ferry to their Christmas break destination this year have been informed by P&O Ferries of the schedule the company will be offering over the festive period. |
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| 08 December 2008 |
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| A catamaran ferry built to run between Caithness and Orkney is due to reach the isles on Tuesday. |
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| 08 December 2008 |
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| The city of Lille in France, which is easily accessible for people catching cross-Channel ferries, is once again entertaining its visitors this year with its famous Christmas market. |
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| 08 December 2008 |
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| The Daily Telegraph has published a guide to the top ten locations for a winter sports getaway, with four popular destinations for ski holidays in France included in the list. |
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| 05 December 2008 |
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| GA Ferries, a major player in the Domestic Greek Ferry market has extended its network to cover a number of previously unvisited Islands. |
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| 05 December 2008 |
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| People in Ireland who are not still recuperating from their New Year's Eve exploits may be interested in catching cheap ferries to Scotland at the beginning of January to enjoy some seasonal concerts. |
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| 05 December 2008 |
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| Threats to the future of the West Wight ferry route look to be over and the new larger ferries will be introduced to the crossing in the new year thanks to an agreement between Wightlink and Lymington Harbour Commission (LHC). |
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| 05 December 2008 |
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| Isle of Man ferry passengers will have a good chance of seeing some dolphins on their visit to the island following record sightings of the mammals recently. |
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| 05 December 2008 |
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| Art lovers may be interested in taking cross-Channel ferries to pay a visit to Paris over the coming months for an exhibition featuring some of the most famous names in modern culture. |
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| 04 December 2008 |
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| Those with a soft spot for the festive tradition of pantomime entertainment will be able to book Wightlink ferries this Christmas and combine a show with a visit to the Isle of Wight. |
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| 04 December 2008 |
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| People preparing to head off on ski holidays in France will be able to visit the Grand Montets area in Chamonix from this week, the national tourist office has confirmed. |
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| 03 December 2008 |
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| Brittany Ferries was named the best ferry operator in the world at a major travel industry awards ceremony this month. |
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| 03 December 2008 |
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| Rugby fans will soon be booking their ferries to Dublin in anticipation of the Six Nations tournament. |
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| 03 December 2008 |
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| Dover ferry services proved a popular option in November, with a year-on-year increase in passenger numbers despite a strike being held towards the end of the month. |
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| 02 December 2008 |
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| People with a fondness for that most festive of fairytales, The Nutcracker, may want to catch a Belfast ferry this month to see an inventive interpretation of the story. |
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| 02 December 2008 |
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| British motorists have been reminded of the need to take extra care when driving during the winter months owing to the dangers posed by adverse weather conditions. |
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| 02 December 2008 |
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| Premier League football fans in Ireland and the Isle of Man will be able to catch a Liverpool ferry in January to see one of the biggest matches of the season – the Merseyside derby. |
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| 01 December 2008 |
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| A ferry operator has been involved in the launch of a new travel information system at Southampton airport that is set to offer a benefit to people using local ferry services. |
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| 01 December 2008 |
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| People planning ski holidays in Val d'Isere this Christmas will be able to enjoy plenty of festive entertainment as the resort hosts a week of special events and activities. |
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