Jersey 'a great opportunity this year'
30 January 2009
Jersey, a destination easily accessible by ferry, provides a "great opportunity" for British holidaymakers who fancy a trip to the continent but are put off by the unfavourable exchange rate, according to the local tourist board.

Irish Ferries voted Ireland's best ferry company
30 January 2009
Irish Ferries has celebrated its status as Ireland's best ferry company following a recent awards ceremony.

Hop on cheap ferries to experience Choco-Late
29 January 2009
Cheap ferries to Belgium could prove a tempting option for chocolate lovers later this year as the city of Bruges plays host to the Choco-Late Festival.

Dover ferry port expecting half-term rush
29 January 2009
Dover ferry services are expected to see a substantial rise in passenger numbers during the February half-term week, authorities at the port have revealed.

Normandy travel guide
29 January 2009
Located on the north coast of France, just a short ferry crossing away from southern England, is the province of Normandy, a region known just as well for its fascinating history and culture as for its beaches and countryside.

New Scotland walking guides launched
28 January 2009
Ferry travellers planning visits to Scotland this year may be interested in a series of walking routes that have been put together by the country's tourist board.

P&O Ferries wins Globe Travel Award
28 January 2009
P&O Ferries picked up the accolade for the best ferry operator at this year's Globe Travel Awards.

'Dozens of reasons' to take France holidays this year
27 January 2009
People who are unsure of whether to book their ferry holidays and other trips to France this year in light of the unfavourable exchange rate have been offered 50 reasons why the country is still a good option.

DFDS Seaways to celebrate St Patrick's Day
27 January 2009
DFDS Seaways will join in with revellers all over the world in March this year as it launches a themed mini-cruise to celebrate St Patrick's Day.

Catch cross channel ferries for Dunkerque Carnival
26 January 2009
The Dunkerque Carnival will get underway on January 31st and come to an end on March 14th, meaning there will be plenty of entertainment on offer for people planning cross channel ferry trips.

Brittany Ferries receives new ship
26 January 2009
Brittany Ferries has taken delivery of its new ship Armorique from the shipbuilding group STX Europe.

'End of an era' for Wightlink ferry
23 January 2009
Wightlink marked the "end of an era" this week when its Caedmon vessel operated its last ferry crossing from Lymington to Yarmouth.

Competition winner plans more Isle of Man ferry trips
23 January 2009
The winner of a recent competition launched by the Isle of Man Steam Packet Company is planning to use her prize to take more ferry trips to the Isle of Man from Belfast.

Brittany travel guide
22 January 2009
With a cultural heritage as rich and fascinating as its landscapes, Brittany has long been a popular destination among holiday visitors to France.

Catch cheap ferries to see Madeleine Peyroux
22 January 2009
Jazz music fans will be booking their cheap ferries to Belgium soon to catch a concert by the singer Madeleine Peyroux in Brussels in April.

DFDS Seaways to launch wildlife mini cruises
22 January 2009
DFDS Seaways passengers will have the opportunity to see some impressive marine wildlife during some of the operator's ferry crossings from Newcastle to Amsterdam and Harwich to Esbjerg this year.

France 'still a desirable, good-value destination'
21 January 2009
France remains a "desirable, good-value holiday spot" despite the drastic fall in value of the pound against the euro, according to the Daily Telegraph.

Cross channel ferries offer avenue to Europe
21 January 2009
People planning cross channel ferry trips this year will have the chance to visit the city of Lille in France as it hosts events exploring some of Europe's most fascinating destinations.

Eurotunnel confirms date for return to full capacity
20 January 2009
Holidaymakers planning to use the Channel Tunnel for their trips to the continent this year will be able to take advantage of full service capacity through the tunnel from February 10th.

LD Lines brings Dover to Boulogne service forward
20 January 2009
Cross channel ferry operator LD Lines has announced that its new service from Dover to Boulogne will be launched on February 12th, nearly six months ahead of schedule.

Britain 'has never been more affordable'
19 January 2009
Britain has "never been more affordable" for foreign tourists, according to marketing agency VisitBritain, suggesting that the recent influx of ferry travellers from Europe could continue over the coming months.

LD Lines confirms early start for their Dover to Boulogne and Dieppe Service.
19 January 2009
Ferry operator LD Lines has confirmed its arrival into the Dover Straits cross channel ferry market with a brand new service, which will commence from the 12th February 2009, bringing forward the introduction of its new Dover - Boulogne service and a new route between Dover and Dieppe.

Hard-working Britons 'see holidays as essential'
19 January 2009
British people attach a particular importance to their ferry holidays and other getaways because they invest so much time and energy in their day-to-day work, according to the Association of British Travel Agents (Abta).

Dublin ferries offer chance to see The Real Thing
16 January 2009
People planning Dublin ferry trips this year will get the chance to see a production of Tom Stoppard's play The Real Thing.

Drivers reminded to use safe tyres on winter holidays
16 January 2009
Motorists taking self-drive ski holidays to France, or any other trips that will see them driving in wintry conditions, have been reminded to equip their vehicle with safe tyres.

Stena Line advises customers to book early
15 January 2009
Ferry company Stena Line has announced that its new 2009 fares are on sale now and advised its customers to book early to get the best deals.

Irish Ferries: France driving holiday still top
15 January 2009
Driving holidays in France will remain the "best way to go this year" for holidaymakers looking for a cheap and enjoyable break, according to Irish Ferries.

Britain 'has something to suit everybody'
14 January 2009
British holidaymakers who opt to take ferry trips to domestic destinations this year can visit places that appeal to all tastes, according to VisitBritain.

DFDS Seaways charity cruise a success
14 January 2009
DFDS Seaways has announced that its charity cruise in December 2008 was "hugely popular" and raised "a significant amount" for a good cause.

Sail with Brittany Ferries for Valentine's Day
14 January 2009
With Valentine's Day swiftly approaching, there are few better destinations for a romantic break than France, according to Brittany Ferries.

Seafrance carrying more passengers to the UK
13 January 2009
Ferry operator Seafrance has reported a rise in its number of passengers heading to the UK to take advantage of the weak pound.

Dover ferry port sees busiest December for four years
13 January 2009
Dover ferry port has revealed that it "bucked the UK economic trend" at the end of 2008 when it experienced its busiest December in four years.

Portsmouth event travels back to steam age
12 January 2009
Portsmouth ferry trips in May will offer holidaymakers the opportunity to visit A Celebration of Steam, which will take place for the fourth year running at Portsmouth Historic Dockyard.

Holidays 'will be vital this year'
12 January 2009
Ferry breaks and other holidays will be a vital part of the coming year for many consumers, according to a report by the Association of British Travel Agents (Abta).

Get a taste for Champagne in France
12 January 2009
If there is one thing that France is more famous for than food, it is wine, and there are few better places for wine lovers to start their exploration of the country than the Champagne region.

Catch cheap ferries for Lille3000
09 January 2009
Cross-channel ferries could be in high demand over the coming months as a result of interest in Lille3000, a major festival set to be held in northern France that will celebrate the culture and character of modern Europe.

Catch Dublin ferries for St Patrick's Day
09 January 2009
Ireland will turn into a hive of activity and excitement at the beginning of March as it prepares to celebrate St Patrick's Day and Dublin ferries could prove a popular option among people planning to join in with the fun.

Catch cheap ferries to explore Denmark
09 January 2009
National tourism association VisitDenmark has published a run-down of the many events and festivals that holidaymakers will be able to see by taking cheap ferries to the Scandinavian country.

Isle of Wight walk 'an adventure'
09 January 2009
The Speed Dating Walk, a popular part of the Isle of Wight Walking Festival, has been named as one of the top 'mini-adventures' for ferry travellers to take part in this year.

Calais shopping trips 'can beat credit crunch blues'
08 January 2009
The credit crunch may be eating away at the disposable income of many British consumers, but it is still possible to pick up plenty of bargains by catching a ferry to Calais and hitting the hypermarkets, according to P&O Ferries.

Dover to Calais stretch proposed for world heritage list
08 January 2009
The waterways used for Dover to Calais ferry crossings could soon be included on the Unesco world heritage list if a joint bid by Eurotunnel and French authorities is successful.

Stena Line planning new Scottish ferry terminal
07 January 2009
Stena Line is seeking planning permission to start work on a new passenger ferry terminal in south-west Scotland.

France visitors advised to use Dover to Calais ferries
07 January 2009
One of the best ways for people planning a trip to France to save money is by taking a ferry from Dover to Calais, according to an article in the Daily Telegraph.

Europe 'will remain popular for ski holidays'
07 January 2009
The weak value of the pound against the euro is not likely to have a major effect on the popularity of skiing holidays in France and other European destinations, according to the Ski Club of Great Britain.

Head to Amsterdam for fantastic film
06 January 2009
People with an interest in new and unusual cinema will be catching ferries to Amsterdam in April to experience the city's Fantastic Film Festival.

Northern France 'a good option for budget travellers'
05 January 2009
The Daily Telegraph has released a guide to the best budget travel options for 2009, with ferry trips to northern France among the recommendations for holidaymakers with an eye on their finances.

Top reasons to catch Wightlink ferries in 2009
05 January 2009
People planning ferry trips to the Isle of Wight this year have been given a run-down of the top things to see and do on the island in 2009.

Meet Incredible Cetaceans in Paris
02 January 2009
People taking ferry trips to northern France over the next few months may want to pay a visit to Paris to see an exhibition at the National Museum of Natural History.

Norfolkline ferry crossing eagerly awaited in Scotland
02 January 2009
The positive effects of the Norfolkline ferry crossing between Rosyth in Scotland and Zeebrugge in Belgium are being eagerly anticipated by Scottish tourism and business representatives.