Ferry ticket prices fall
31 October 2008
Holidaymakers looking to book a ferry trip in the coming months will be pleased to learn that ferry operators appear to be reducing their fuel surcharge charges.

Visit northern France this remembrance day
31 October 2008
With Armistice Day approaching, those wanting to commemorate the important occasion can visit northern France where a number of remembrance services will be taking place.

Pier project complements Liverpool's new ferry terminal
30 October 2008
Liverpool's new multi-million pound ferry terminal has moved a step closer to completion, with the official opening of the revitalised Pier Head nearby.

Isle of Wight ferry firm goes pink for charity
30 October 2008
A south coast ferry company has signalled its support for Breast Cancer Awareness Month by attaching a giant pink ribbon to the front of one of its vessels.

Stena Line voted top ferry operator again
29 October 2008
Stena Line has once more scooped the prestigious accolade of being named the best ferry company in Northern Ireland.

First glimpse inside new Wightlink ferry
29 October 2008
A new Wightlink ferry has been moored on Lymington Pier, Hampshire, so that visitors can come and look around, it has been reported.

Ride it out in Amsterdam
28 October 2008
Holidaymakers looking for cheap ferries to the continent may be interested in Amsterdam's annual horse show next January.

Ski holidays to France remain popular
28 October 2008
People are still looking for winter ski holidays in France, a new report has shown.

Brittany Ferries announces a new route to Spain
28 October 2008
The new ferry service from Portsmouth to Santander onboard the luxury cruise ship MV Pont-Aven will be the fastest direct ferry service from UK to Northern Spain.

Christmas market guide
27 October 2008
For many people, the excitement of Christmas lies in the preparation – from decorating the house and stocking up the cupboards to exploring festive markets for unique gifts for friends and family.

Brest prepares for Christmas fair
27 October 2008
Anybody who fancies the idea of exploring one of Europe's famous Christmas markets this year should catch a cheap ferry to Brittany in December and head to the town of Brest.

Skiers 'should consider Tignes in November'
27 October 2008
People planning self-drive ski holidays to France this winter should consider the option of visiting Tignes as early as November, according to a travel writer.

Amsterdam museum presents 125 favourites
24 October 2008
Art lovers who have ferry crossings to Amsterdam planned in the near future should be sure to pay a visit to the city's Van Gogh Museum.

Skiers urged to remember insurance
24 October 2008
People planning ski holidays have been reminded of the importance of having insurance to cover the various problems that can occur during winter sports trips.

Europe 'better prospect than US for skiers'
24 October 2008
Increases in travel costs in the United States mean that resorts in Europe are a more affordable option for people planning ski holidays this winter, according to a new report from the Post Office.

Airlines 'failing passengers'
23 October 2008
The recent stranding of passengers abroad following the collapse of companies such as Zoom Airlines and XL, which may have encouraged people to opt for ferry travel over flying, has been described as a "debacle" by an insurance company.

Eco-chalets 'under development' in Courchevel
23 October 2008
Eco-conscious travellers will be able to add an environmentally-friendly aspect to their ski holidays from next year when six new 'eco-chalets' are built in Courchevel, according to reports.

Head to Shanklin for Christmas Festival Day
22 October 2008
People planning ferry crossings to the Isle of Wight for breaks in early December should ensure they pay a visit to Shanklin for the Christmas Festival Day.

Amsterdam 'a memorable Valentine's Day break'
22 October 2008
People already looking forward to Valentine's Day 2009 and considering a romantic break for the occasion should look at the option of a mini-cruise to Amsterdam, according to DFDS Seaways.

Head to Belfast for Festive Funnies
22 October 2008
Comedy fans should ensure they book their cheap ferries to Belfast soon if they plan to attend the Festive Funnies season at the Grand Opera House.

Iceland and Faroe Islands within easy reach
21 October 2008
A full schedule of Smyril Line cruise sailings is now available to book on Aferry.

UK air passenger numbers see sharp fall
21 October 2008
Airport operator BAA, which owns seven of the biggest air gateways in the UK, including Heathrow, Gatwick and Stansted, has announced that its passenger numbers dropped substantially in September.

Dover to work with other ports to aid development
21 October 2008
Officials from the Port of Dover are to work with counterparts from the ports of Calais in France, Tanger-Med in Morocco and Algeciras in Spain to share best practice and support development, it has been announced.

Major music festival to be held in Brest
20 October 2008
Music fans will soon be hopping on ferry crossings to Brittany from the UK for this year's Transmusicales festival.

Norfolkline wins 'best ferry company' award
20 October 2008
Norfolkline has been named the year's best ferry company at the 2008 Observer Travel Awards.

How much can low cost airlines really save when you go on a ski holiday?
20 October 2008
With the ski season soon approaching, we just wanted to draw your attention to a recent study published by the ferry operator Seafrance.

Dylan Project to be performed in Douglas
17 October 2008
Fans of the legendary musician Bob Dylan will have the opportunity to catch cheap ferries to the Isle of Man and attend a special event dedicated to the artist next month.

Chamonix ski guide offered
17 October 2008
People whose self-drive ski holidays to France are set to take them to Chamonix this winter have been offered a guide to the resort's top five runs.

Skiers urged to check insurance
16 October 2008
Holidaymakers heading to the slopes on ski holidays in France or any other country have been advised to get good insurance cover.

Travellers urged to try Xmas trip to Bruges
16 October 2008
Holidaymakers looking for a Christmas break have been invited to see what the Belgian city of Bruges has to offer during the festive period.

New spider monkey born at Isle of Wight Zoo
15 October 2008
People planning ferry crossings to the Isle of Wight over the coming weeks will be able to pay a visit to the island's zoo to see the newest addition to its primate population.

Irish Ferries extends club class service
15 October 2008
Irish Ferries has announced that it is introducing its club class facilities to its service between Rosslare and Pembroke.

Dover Ferry Services hit by Strike once again
15 October 2008
Ferry services between Dover and Calais and Boulogne have been cancelled for 24 hours because of a strike by port control officers in France.

Irish Ferries introduces Club Class option on the Pembroke/Rosslare route
15 October 2008
Irish Ferries is to offer a Club Class travel option on its `Isle of Inishmore' cruise ferry.

More airlines 'to go bust in coming months'
14 October 2008
An increasing number of travellers could find themselves relying on ferry travel as an alternative to flying in the near future as it has been predicted that more airlines will cease trading over the coming months.

Ferry market 'set for £1bn investment'
14 October 2008
The ferry industry could see a number of improvements over the coming years as more than £1 billion is invested in facilities and infrastructure, according to reports.

Families invited to Brittany's nautical attractions
13 October 2008
Family groups planning a half-term trip to Brittany this month have been urged to pay a visit to the region's many nautical attractions.

Dionne Warwick to visit Belfast
13 October 2008
Fans of music legend Dionne Warwick will have the chance to catch cheap ferries to Belfast this year to see the star perform at the Waterfront Hall.

Balearia's new vessel; the "Martin Soler" enters service in December 2008
13 October 2008
Baleària's fast ferries are due to be replaced with slower vessels.

Ski show to be held in London
10 October 2008
People planning ski holidays in France and other destinations this winter may be interested in heading to an event being held in London this month to ensure they are fully prepared for their trip.

Enjoy Autumn in Normandy
10 October 2008
Holidaymakers will be able to treat themselves to some unusual entertainment over the coming months by catching ferry crossings to France and attending a festival in Normandy.

Plenty of panto fun in Dublin
10 October 2008
Fun-loving individuals who like nothing more than an evening at the pantomime can hop on Dublin ferries this Christmas to enjoy a number of festive shows in the Irish capital.

LD Lines Given Green Light for new Dover to Boulogne Ferry Service
10 October 2008
LD Lines has now received approval from the Dover port authority for the introduction of its new Dover to Boulogne passenger & freight service, commencing in 2009.

Enjoy a Victorian Christmas on the Isle of Wight
09 October 2008
People planning ferry crossings to the Isle of Wight in November may get the opportunity to experience a Victorian Christmas at a special event to be held in East Cowes.

Airline services hit by economic problems
09 October 2008
Ferry travel could become a welcome alternative to many holidaymakers over the coming months as the number of air services is set to fall as a result of the problems in the economy.

Ferry services 'have great future'
08 October 2008
The ferry industry has a healthy and fruitful future to look forward to, a senior figure from P&O Ferries has predicted.

LD Lines gets go-ahead for Dover-Boulogne crossing
08 October 2008
LD Lines has announced that it has received full approval for its new Dover to Boulogne ferry crossing in 2009.

Eurotunnel reports "excellent performance"
08 October 2008
Eurotunnel has announced that it has managed "excellent performance" in the third quarter of 2008 despite the recent incident in the Channel Tunnel.

Brittany Ferries flagship to sail to Portsmouth
07 October 2008
Brittany Ferries' luxury flagship, Pont Aven, will sail into Portsmouth this autumn to commence a series of ferry crossings from the English port to St Malo in northern France.

P&O Ferries celebrates award win
07 October 2008
P&O Ferries has celebrated being named the best ferry operator in the UK at the 2008 Group Leisure awards.

'Locals' guide' to Scotland published
06 October 2008
People planning ferry trips to Scotland or one of the country's northern islands can now take advantage of a new guide published by national tourism association VisitScotland.

Explore the gardens of Brittany before winter
06 October 2008
People with a passion for flowers, plants and horticulture should catch ferries to Brittany soon if they want to explore the region's parks and gardens before the winter.

Air fares 'to increase in volatile economy'
03 October 2008
Ferry crossings could prove increasingly popular to travellers over the coming year as air fares are set to rise substantially, according to research.

Belgian strike to affect Eurostar services
03 October 2008
Cross-channel ferry services could again prove popular at the beginning of next week as industrial action in Belgium is set to force the cancellation of all Eurostar services between the UK and Brussels.

UK breaks 'will always be popular'
02 October 2008
There will "always be a market" for domestic holidays in and around the UK, according to the Association of Independent Tour Operators (Aito).

Isle of Man ferry passengers help local charity
02 October 2008
Passengers with the Isle of Man Steam Packet Company helped to raise £10,000 to provide medical and rescue equipment that is used around the island's TT race circuit.

Enjoy some jazz in France
01 October 2008
Jazz fans will be tempted to make use of cross-Channel ferry services this month to attend a major music festival being held in northern France.

Times lists top weekend skiing spots
01 October 2008
The Times newspaper has offered a list of the top ten Alpine destinations for people considering a short ski holiday.

Irish Ferries reduces Fast Craft sailings between Dublin and Holyhead
01 October 2008
As a result of the continued high level of fuel costs, Irish Ferries has actively been reviewing the schedule of its fast craft service.