With an economic downturn in both Europe and the U.S., and sterling and the dollar weak against the Euro, the European holidays market has an anxious year ahead. But high numbers of Irish tourists over Easter has helped boost confidence.

This spring sees the return of the an innovative sporting event, taking the triathlon to the extreme, as Lanzarote prepares for the fifth annual Las Tres Islas race.

Tourist statistics have shown the holiday island of Malta has enjoyed a ten per cent rise in arrivals this year compared to last. Low cost airlines started flying to Malta in November 2006, and as well as showing the rise in visitors, the figures show that the tourists haven't diluted the amount spent per person.

One of the most visited countries in Europe is the country of Austria, and it is no wonder to see why. Apart from its breathtaking landscapes and sceneries, travelers visiting the country of Austria are treated to an endless array of brilliantly designed buildings and palaces.

Majorca is renowned for beach holidays, and is a favourite among Europeans for a summer holiday. But more tourists are beginning to appreciate the heart and sould of Majorca, in the island's rural communities.

Planning a European vacation can be a lot of fun, and correct planning can also increase the likelihood of an enjoyable and stressfree vacation.

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Some lucky individuals don't have to worry about budgeting for vacations. But typically, travelers need to be aware of their spending habits so they can get the most out of their money. Read this article for tips and tricks on traveling.

Confidence in the economy is low in most European countries, and with oil prices high and property prices slipping, the holidays market is so far remarkably resilient to a turndown.

The rise of timeshare industry saw the rise in scams and frauds. More recently the timeshare industry has been plagued by unscrupulous activities of frauds and scammers. Notwithstanding these serious problems with timeshares a new breed of alternatives are emerging.