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By Musa Aykac

 With all the build up to this event, I can tell you now that it was well worth the wait. Swiss adventurer and pilot Yves Rossy has now officially entered the book of records, after becoming the first person to fly across the channel using only a single jet propelled wing.

The 49 year old had to initially call of his flight, due to dangerous weathers and claiming that he did not want to put his life at risk. But after touching down he is said to have been ecstatic.

He flew across the channel in around 10 minutes. Rossy arrived in Dover where before touching down, he flew over onlookers. The flight had initially started out in Calais where Mr Rossy was taken 2,500m high in a light aircraft. He then mightily jumped out of the aeroplane and pulled on his cord, which gave him a 6 foot wing span. He then dived for around 5 seconds so that he could pick up speeds of around 200mph before straightening himself out.

The actual wings themselves do not really have any sort of steering control, so Mr Rossy had to use body movements and control of his head and back as an alternative.

So after a successful flight what can we expect from the world in the fore coming years? Will single manned flight be a thing of the future? It definitely looks that way in my eyes. To be honest the wings that Yves Rossy actually wore could be easily replicated to a mass market. Although he had to jump from an aeroplane, what is there to say that future technological advancements cannot see the wings being created into actual flying apparatus? What I specifically mean by this is that wings can only be used for gliding, they will have to implement a kind of hidden propeller, so that you can control throttle making it easier to land.

Flying cars may be a long way off, as they are dangerous and could be potentially uncontrollable by the law, but manned flight is an aspect that inventors and companies should really look into. How much easier would it be for the local commuter? Or a parent in a rush to pick up there kids?

Obviously you will not be able to just use them to go on Caribbean holidays, but for short distances they could really come in handy to the whole world.

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British Tourists - Spend, Spend, Spend!
By Roger Munns

 On the day travel companies reported a surge of people taking an overseas holiday, the Bank of England issued yet another warning that the British economy could be in recession within the next six months.

And in Europe, countries like Germany and France along with other members of the Eurozone, reported that their economies had actually got smaller in the last quarter.

But despite clear warnings of hard times ahead for the next year at least, nothing it would appear seems to stop the British taking their holidays.

A recent report shows that British tourists spent around 64 billion sterling (around 100 billion US dollars) between them last year - pretty impressive for a country with a population of 60 million people.

And at a time when belt tightening is recommended by finacial institutions to weather the storm ahead, around a third of British families spend ten per cent or more of their disposable incomes on holidays, with many explaining that they ‘live for their holidays’ - and the survey proves this to be the case.

A British company who run European travel related internet sites say that ‘In times of gloom, a holiday is something people can look forward to. It reminds them of happier times in the past and of good times to come - we’re not surprised that holidays are regarded as an essential rather than a luxury item when it comes to planning the family budget.’

And while the holidays industry might be relieved to read that British people intend to keep spending their money on holidays, they will need to keep their finger on the pulse of the travelling public as Britain’s economic downturn could shift where they are heading.

Up until recently Spain was a clear winner for British tourists, and the island of Majorca was the most popular destination. This changed in 2008 as the British pound slipped in value against the Euro, and suddenly Turkey - which has her own currency and was still good value for tourists when buying their holiday money - overtook Majorca for the number 1 spot.

There are some areas in the 15 countries that make up the Eurozone though that have done well this summer despite the poor currency exchange rate for the British tourist - Malta is one example.

Low cost flights helped turn Malta’s tourism industry round from being in the doldrums just three years ago to one now that is doing well and is confident of the future.

The former British colony is popular not just because it is in the Mediterranean - like Majorca - but it is easy for the British to adjust as soon as they step out of the airport. The language is English and the cars drive on the same side of the road for example.

Paceville is the nightlife capital of Malta. Most of the venues of Paceville are located on four main streets that spread out from the main square. These streets are Dragonara Road, Wilga Street, St. Georges Road and St. Rita Steps. A police presence is always nearby, keeping the denizens of the clubs safe and orderly. A taxi rank is also located in the main square, for those who need a lift.

St. Paul’s Bay is the ideal vacation spot for tourists who like some variety. Whether they want to take a meandering stroll around the harbour and look at the Mediterranean, to indulge in a coffee and something sweet, or simply to relax and take in some rays, St. Paul’s Bay is a good Malta holidays area and has a range of hotels.

For eating out, St. Paul’s Bay has a good choice of restaurants. The area is well appointed by many tourist-friendly cafes and restaurants. For a taste of more upscale dining there is Old St. Paul’s Bay, where there are generally upmarket eateries, and all around the bay there are many good fish restaurants that serve up some of the best fish that Malta has to offer. For a little window shopping, tourists can take a stroll around the many shops located in the old village.

For a taste of the more modern side of the St. Paul’s Bay region, there is the seafront at Bugibba, the hub of nightlife in the area. Here, there are a selection of trendy boutiques and restaurants. When the sun sets, Malta can go down market as well as up market and there are karaoke bars in Bugibba, but there is also the casino and a cinema.

With more British tourists visiting the island during their economic downturn, they might help the Malta economy through Europe’s recession - the Malta holidays industry will be glad the British regard their holidays as a necessity!

The British love affair with Malta is explained in more detail at yourmalta.com and they include low cost airlines who offer a cheap flight to Malta - Luqa Airport.

Also featured is the good Malta weather and an array of Malta hotels

Honey! Where Shall we Go on Honeymoon?
By Musa Aykac

 The most important holiday that you will probably ever take, whether you are a man or a woman, will undoubtedly be your honeymoon. This is the first time that you will be together as a married couple and you should make it a special trip to remember.

While planning for a wedding, you should not totally forget about organising the honeymoon, a lot of people tend to disregard the attention that needs to be given to booking your trip. There are a few things that you can consider, that will help you make your decision.

When choosing a honeymoon, it should be done as a couple and not an individual decision. You should identify what both of you want, and decide which destination would suit you the best. There is a variety of choices, and honeymoons are no longer just about the sun. You can go visiting nature and wildlife, or take a backpacking trip.

Once you have decided where to go, you will have to decide what you will do once you get there. This of course, all depends on the location you will be visiting. For example if you were to go to a hot Caribbean country, you may want to take relaxing and romantic strolls down the beach, and go for dips in the natural hot water seas. If on the other hand you decide to go to a winter destination, you may want to take up skiing or winter snowboarding.

Although it is your honeymoon, you may well still want to have a budget in mind. Although this will be a once in a lifetime opportunity, you should not spend over your budget, as then you may be struggling for years to come when you get back from your break.

Finally, you may already know where you want to go, so if this is the case you should check prices to try and find the most suitable for your needs. Besides that, you should also check to make sure which package offers you the best deals, such as first class travel and a deluxe honeymoon suite.

Whatever you decide to choose, you should make your reservations at least 3 months before the wedding to avoid any disruption to your travels. Remember, you will want to cherish this moment for the rest of your life, so make sure everything is fully planned, or you may well end up regretting it.

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