Travel disruption may occur in Thailand as a result of inclement climes.

Holidaymakers heading to Thailand would be wise to check their travel insurance policy, as the Foreign and Commonwealth Office (FCO) warns there has been heavy rainfall across the country and this is causing flooding in certain areas.The north, north-east and central parts of the nation have been affected, with travel disruption resulting in certain regions.All airports – including Suvarnabhumi International Airport – are operating normally, but there has been disruption to road and rail transport services.This is a particular issue on routes north of Bangkok and the FCO warns Britons in the affected areas must exercise caution.It is a wise move to be follow local authority advice, with the Thai 24/7 Emergency Operations Centre also publishing regular reports on the affected areas.The FCO says it is being “kept under constant review” regarding the situation and this guidance is based on an objective assessment of the risk posed to British nationals in the country.Individuals planning a holiday to Thailand should check with their tour operator – as well as local media – for updates on the situation prior to travel.General FCO advice for those visiting the nation says people should take out comprehensive medical and travel insurance, as well as checking for any exclusions that might apply.Motorcycles or scooters available for hire in beach resorts tend to be unregistered and are illegal to use on public roads, so the body suggests checking the small print of insurance documents prior to taking part in such activities.By Anne Jones  

The ski resort has plenty of activities all year round, it is claimed.

Those keen to take out travel insurance and have a fun-filled holiday should consider Zermatt in Switzerland.According to Edith Zweifel, media and content manager at Zermatt Tourism, there is something for everybody is this popular ski resort.One attraction likely to draw many visitors is the Horu-Trophy, which runs on January 12th-15th and is the areas curling championship.It takes place outdoors, so those wishing to enjoy the locations stunning views can do so while watching international contestants attempt to take the trophy.There are other adrenaline-fuelled events taking place there throughout the year, with Mountain Race Gebirgslauf Zermatt – Rothorn held on February 25th.Ski runner and ski tourers will compete in the night-time race that could be ideal for holidaymakers to witness the areas culture.Ms Zweifel also notes Zermatt Unplugged is set to occur on April 17th-21st, proving perfect for music lovers.The festival has “a special atmosphere and world-class music stars” and the expert notes: “During the day you do spring skiing, in the late afternoon and in the evening you go to the concert.”This years festival saw six stages rolled out, as well as a special showcase and jam session with James Walsh & Friends, the former being the British musician formerly known for his role in Starsailor.And there is also plenty going on at the destination during the festive season, with international choirs, chamber orchestras and numerous concerts, Ms Zweifel adds, or a cinema and gallery for those keen to stay indoors.By Robin Western  

It gives me great pleasure to share with you that SimpliFlying has been awarded the Gold medal in the 2011 Magellan Awards in the Online Travel Services |Blog category! These annual awards are organized by Travel Weekly, the travel industrys most influential national trade publication.

This is our third major award in our 2.5 years of existence we were among the Top 2 aviation blogs on the FlightGlobal Webbies in 2010 and won the Global Brand Leadership Award in 2009.

In August 2011, we hit a record-breaking 75,000 unique visitors mark.

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Are you trying to decide where to go on holiday this year? A perfect holiday equals lots of fun in the sun and parks for the kids. You can have the best of both in Florida. This state probably has more beaches than anywhere else in the US. You can enjoy the beaches along the Gulf of Mexico where the sand is the color of sugar. It is absolutely beautiful. There is nothing else like it in the world. The water is crystal clear nearly all of the time and it is shades of blue and green. It is a beautiful place to go.

Besides the beaches there are wonderful amusement parks to entertain you and the children. The best known of course is Disney World. Read full topic…

The locals of the northern province of Ha Nam’s Nhan Hau riverside village are fish artisans, who export thousands of cooked fish every year nationwide and overseas, including to China, Germany, and Korea. 

Last Lunar New Year, the village exported twelve thousand pots worth over VND3 billion.

October and November mark the material preparation in the village for Tet Festival business. Hu

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