Dangerous Choice of Cities to Holiday-In

By Shania Brendon


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A dream vacation in foreign climes is every leisure seekers fantasy. Enticing brochures and irresistible holiday offers promoting gorgeous vacation spots are galore and many a time unknowing travellers find themselves in rather ‘sticky’ situations, due to unstable situations surrounding some of the world’s most exotic cities. We have narrowed down the 10 most dangerous, read on and learn.

1. Barquisimeto-Venezuela

Once a major tourist hub, the city has a little over a million inhabitants, unfortunately Barquisimeto records at least one murder a day. Home to many universities and faculties of higher education Barquisimeto is now sadly one of Venezuela’s most dangerous cities, avoided by many tourists.

2. Peshawar-Pakistan

Pakistan on its own is a rather dangerous destination to travel to, with tribal wars and tussles of supremacy. Peshawar has seen lots of violence with suicide bombings and attacks on security forces. Definitely not safe for tourists Peshawar sadly, boasts impressive landmarks and gorgeous parks.

3. Sana’a-Yemen

Deemed as one of the world’s most dangerous cities Sanaa is also one of the most beautiful. Unluckily located in a politically unstable country, the old city of Sana’a is resplendent with gorgeous architecture from a bygone era.

4. Acapulco-Mexico

A beautiful port-city Acapulco was once a tourist hub. However the gorgeous beaches are now deserted owing to drug-lords running the city, and dead bodies turning up almost daily. Not a pleasant experience when on vacation.

5. Distrito Central-Honduras

Beautiful Distrito-Central is made up of three small cities unfortunately Distrito-Central exceeds the standard crime rate, with a maximum murder rate worldwide. Crime and violence are attributed to strong Mafia presence, poverty and corrupt government. Only the toughest travellers visit this city.

6. Maceio-Brazil

Tropical Brazil is home to 14 of the world’s most violent cities. Site of the mighty Amazon Jungle Brazil cannot guarantee your safety in many of its cities. Maceio is by far the worst with roughly 135 murders for every 100,000 residents! Not even the slums of Rio de Janeiro are this bad.

7. Mogadishu-Somalia

The Shabaab Militants of Somalia have been plaguing Mogadishu for over a decade. Residents and tourists alike are in danger here. Despite military advice from the United States since 2013, Mogadishu is still a high risk city for its residents.

8. Nairobi-Kenya

Beautiful Kenya sadly cannot guarantee tourist safety. Just one, of Nairobi’s conflicted cities Kenya especially is unsafe for women. Walking in the streets at night is high-risk. Al Shabaab Militants add to the danger. Not surprisingly Nairobi is not top priority on most tourists list of must visit cities.

9. Chihuahua-Mexico

Drug cartel problems plague most Mexican cities and Chihuahua is unfortunately located on the main Mexico-U.S cocaine smuggling route. Almost daily exchange of fire on the streets is not conducive to a relaxing holiday, no matter how gorgeous the tropical surroundings are.

10. Cali-Colombia

Once again the drug cartels have spoilt another Latin American city. Reporting over 80 homicides on average the city is no popular tourist hub. In fact it is a risk to live here.
So there you have it, beautiful cities, great sightseeing and the highest risk of danger to tourists. Unless drastic changes take place these exotic destinations are best avoided. Remember, no holiday destination is worth risking your life.

Beautiful European Villages to Vacation In

By: Shania Brendon

The ultimate holiday experience is relaxing within the cosy confines of a romantic European village. Most are treasures tucked away from the hustle and bustle of everyday life. Now Travel Center UK is offering you the chance to enjoy a relaxing holiday in one of these charming European villages.

Smiling locals, authentic national dishes and breath-taking scenery await the discerning traveller. Check out our infographics for a taste of culture ranging across the hills of Austria to the glistening lakes of Norway. The choice is yours, read on and discover.

1. Hallstatt-Austria

Gorgeous scenery awaits you at this village snugly placed between the Hallstatter Lake and mountain. Hallstatt comprises of ivy covered houses and has a rich and prosperous history of salt mining.

2. Manarola-Italy

Authentic Italian hospitality awaits you here. Located in the province of La Spezia, Italy, Manarola is one of the infamous Cinque Terre towns tourists love coming back to.

3. Bibury-England

Located in beautiful Cotswold region, South England, Bibury promises typically beautiful English countryside’s. Enjoy trout fishing at the River Coln or lazy walks through the scenic streets lined with stone cottages.

4. Colmar-France

The aroma of freshly baked croissants fills your senses as you stroll through the streets of Colmar. German Gothic and French Neo-Baroque architecture will impress you while local restaurants specialise in Foie Gras and Sauerkraut.

5. Reine-Norway

Reine is a scenic little fishing village. Bright red fishermen cottages have been converted into tourist houses giving one great views of the Norwegian Sea, mountains and Northern lights.

6. Cong-Ireland

Beautiful Cong village is found close to the Lake region of Galway. Breath-taking scenery, grand castles and ruins of an Abbey add to the medieval atmosphere.

7. Gruyeres-Switzerland

Infamous for the self-named cheese this beautiful village is a Medieval Hamlet located in a valley of the Saane River. Explore 13th century castles and treks along the Alpine foothills.

Already falling in love? Simply check out our destination guide, you and your family will soon be relaxing within the cosy confines of any one of these European villages.

Cheap flights and great travel plans will soon have you flying off in comfort to enjoy the traditions and cultures within the confines of these charming little villages.

Start making memories to last a life-time as you relax and enjoy the countryside!

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Indian Tourists to Dominate the Travel Sector in 2020

By Shania Brendon
Move over China, as the world recognizes India as the fastest growing out-bound market. Reputed as big spenders Indian tourists are expected to rise to a mind blowing 50 million by the year 2020. This is a number second only to China.

The travel sector is extremely pleased. And are over-looking slumping economies by trying to fit in direct flights to varied destinations. Australian Tourism predicts that around 15 million Indian tourist travel the world at present while Asia-Pacific was very pleased with the 13 .3 billion spent by Indian tourists in 2011.

Travel Center UK is gearing up to accommodate this booming market with some extremely hot deals on cheap flights and hotels specifically for the Indian Traveler.

The introduction of direct flights by Thai Airways from India to Phuket saw over a million Indian tourists travelling to Thailand which is extremely popular as a holiday and wedding destination.

Direct flights hold the key. Already country’s like Turkey are reaping the benefits of introducing direct flights from India to Istanbul. Travel Center UK will certainly have some great deals on available direct flights to accommodate the India traveler.

Interestingly we find that the Indian business-woman travelling the world has seen a sharp increase. While the tech savvy younger generation Indians are looking to their smart phones and trendy apps for travel bookings. Which is why a comprehensive travel service, as offered by Travel Center UK is invaluable in today’s fast paced world.

Most certainly the Indian Traveler will re-define the world of travel and tourism, bringing that much needed push to all holiday destinations in terms of revenue and publicity. Come 2020 Travel Center UK will be buzzing with great deals to all Indian Travelers.

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Wonderful Amazing and Surprisingly Cheap Destinations

By: Shania Brendon

Ever dream of travelling the world? Is budget a problem? Well it’s not really because we at Travel Center UK have found that there are extraordinary holiday destinations that you can travel to on a very cost effective package.

We have selected 7 of the best and cheapest locations from around the world. Old world charm to the exotic is on offer covering destinations such as Slovakia, Bahamas and Thailand. Read on and select a destination that is just right for you.

1. Mexico: 

Spicy, sunny and loads of fun is Mexico. Mexico City, Oaxaca, Monterrey and Ensenada are some of the most affordable cities. Cancun is a haven of resorts for vacationing on a low budget. Head on to Mexico and enjoy lazy days on the sunny beaches, cruises, exploring villages and exotic cuisine.

2. Slovakia

Enjoy exploring old castles, learning about old world culture and marveling at the natural beauty of Slovakia. Plan your trip during Mardi Gras for a taste of local festivities, great food and wine in the 8th cheapest city.

3. Thailand

Exotic, beautiful Thailand is ranked the 3rd cheapest city. Mouth-watering cuisine, luxurious spas, street-stalls, jungle treks and beautiful sites await the budget traveler in Thailand.

4. The Bahamas

Enjoy a Caribbean summer this winter, in sunny Bahamas where super cheap accommodation meets budget cruises and a host of free attractions such as Cabbage Beach, Port Lucaya Market etc.

5. New Orleans

Hip Jazz clubs, historical buildings and delicious local cuisine awaits the budget traveler in New Orleans. Mardi Gras, Halloween and French Quarter Festival are great attractions.

6. Phoenix

An ideal year-round holiday destination. Golfing, exploring the Apache trail and hiking up Camelback Mountain are some of Phoenix’s’ main attractions.

7. Las Vegas

A destination for all, apart from gambling Las Vegas provides plenty of attractions from Circus Circus to Freemont Street Experience. You will find plenty of budget accommodation away from The Strip while enjoying the full Las Vegas experience.

So, what’s holding you back? Get onto Travel Center UK and book a cheap flight to the exotic destination of your choice.

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Theme Parks in Japan

By: Shania Brendon
Japan has become one of the most popular tourist destinations in the world, especially for kids. The country is home for few dozen famous amusement parks and theme parks. This includes the world renowned parks such as Universal Studios and Disneyland as well as other parks which are unique to Japan. The theme parks invite thousands and thousands of visitors and certainly guarantees an enjoyable time with family and friends. The infographics gives a quick glimpse of the few of the most exciting theme parks in Japan.

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7 Great Things to do in Las Vegas

By: Shania Brendon
The largest city in the U.S state of Nevada and the ultimate Entertainment Capital of the world is Las Vegas. The city is filled with world-class hotels, casino complexes, fancy clubs, concert venues and anything related to entertainment.  Visitors often get confused as to what should be on top of their bucket list when they are in the city of Las Vegas. The attractive infograhpics gives a brief glimpse of the seven most exciting things to do this entertainment capital. From gambling to partying, Dining to sight-seeing Vegas got it all!

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Qantas tops the Safest Airline List – Announced by AirlineRatings.com

By: Shania Brendon

The world’s only safety and product rating website, “AirlineRatings.com” has recently announced the Top Ten Safest Airlines of the 448 airlines it monitors for 2013. Qantas has topped the list with its amazing fatality free record since 1951. The Airline has maintained an outstanding record of topping in all safety as well as operations for over 90 years. Qantas made it to the top ten with seven stars for both safety and in-flight product alongside with Air New Zealand, All Nippon Airways, CathayPacific Airways, Emirates, Etihad Airways, Eva Air, Royal Jordanian, SingaporeAirlines and Virgin Atlantic.

The AirlineRatings.com’s rating system analyses the safety of the airlines, taking into consideration numerous different and vital factors of aviation governing bodies and lead associations’ audits, government audits as well as each airline’s fatality record.

Qantas has a 93-year history in the aviation industry and is named the world’s most experienced airline by several organisations. In addition, the airline has a long list of almost 30 notable industry leading achievements. Qantas is still renowned for offering the world’s longest air route by elapsed time – Perth to Colombo (Sri Lanka).

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Important things to carry while travelling

By: Shania Brendon
Travelling is always fun. Exploring new places and enjoying your vacation to the fullest is what we all look forward to during the year. There may be a majority who literally live to travel and often tend to make spontaneous travel plans especially when they see some great deals from travel agents who offer cheap flights to favourite destinations. When travel is spontaneous, we do not usually give enough thought with regards to what you need to carry along while you travel. If you do not have the important stuff, then there is always a possibility that you would regret the entire planned holiday – so why be disappointed?

Be wise and plan ahead by keeping a comprehensive list of things which you should definitely carry with you while travelling. The following list would assist you for your next travel

1)    Passport, Itinerary and other travel documents

Your passport and itinerary are definitely the first things you should have in hand – ofcourse you wouldn’t be able to get through the departure terminal without them. In addition, other travel documents such as proof of hotel booking, travel insurance and driving licence or ID will be important for a peaceful holiday.

2)    Money, Money and Money!

Carry with you some cash as well as ATM, debit or credit cards. It is always safe to have some local currency of the destination you are travelling to. It would come in handy when you have to pay for cab from the airport or grab a meal once you have landed. Further tip would be to split the cash you are carrying amongst your friends or family who are travelling with you – just in case a robbery happens, you will still have some handy cash.

3)    Clothes – “comfort before fashion”

Depending on the destination you are travelling to, grab the clothes you will need. It is always wise to carry a bikini or swimsuit and heaps of underwear. Furthermore, grab more comfortable clothes than fashionable ones as well as other accessories such as sunglasses, overcoats, hats, flip flops – this would enable you to enjoy your holiday more.

4)    Gadgets

Holidays should be always memorable and you should always keep these memories forever. This is why you will NEED a camera when you travel anywhere to remember, cherish and share the memories of each holiday. Along with you camera, make sure you carry the charger and at least one multi-plug. IPADS, IPODS and laptops are other important gadgets few travellers like to bring along.

5)    First AID and toiletries

If you are travelling with kids and trekking, racing or other adventurous activities are in your itinerary, then a first AID kit will always be useful to carry. In addition, ensure you carry other important toiletries such as toothbrush, body creams, wipes and tissue papers.



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Simple Tips to Book Cheapest Flights

By: Shania Brendon

The need for travel has increased drastically in this era with people of all ages wanting to get out of their city and explore new things in life. Travelling often is only possible when we are successful in fitting all our travel costs within our budget. This is possible if you could primarily find the cheapest way to travel with the cheapest flights available. With the numerous travel agents and airlines available, finding the best affordable flight that fits your budget might not be that easy. Take a quick glimpse at the infographics which provides detailed tips on how to grab the cheapest flight available to your favourite destination.

First and foremost, the wisest thing to do is to do your research on different travel agents and read reviews on which airline or agents provide the most cost-worthy flights. In addition, numerous agents and airlines tend to offer great offers and deals on flights regularly on their Facebook pages. Like multiple Facebook travel pages, follow impressive travel blogs and it is guaranteed that you would find the easiest and cheapest way to travel. Furthermore, subscribe for newsletters from prominent airlines and travel agents.

Booking package deals, being flexible with your travel dates, being open to alternative routes as well as mixing and matching flights are other tips to grab the cheapest flights to your favourite destinations. Scroll through the attractive infographics to learn more on how your next travel can be booked well within your budget.

If you are a student, then always look out for student discounts and special offers from travel companies. Things are very much favourable when you are a student – enjoy while it lasts. Most importantly, if you happen to be a frequent traveller, be sure to get yourself a frequent flyer card where you could accumulate and redeem miles when you travel. This could be an easy and efficient way to cut down your costs on flights.

Enjoy reading the infographics and be successful in booking the cheapest flights in future with esteemed travel agents.

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