Tourists seek alternative to sun and sand

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UK tour operators are relying on the strength of the pound sterling against the US dollar to stimulate the holiday industry. Over-capacity has resulted in poor bookings. Tour operators aimed to sell 9 million holidays in 1992; figures will unlikely reach 7.5 million. Low prices has led to a price war which has forced many companies into bankruptcy. 1991 International Passenger Survey figures show that the number of package holidays has decreased by 7% to 10.6 million whilst independent travel is more popular at 13.9 million.

Prices and rates, Travel industry, Tour operators

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The peaks and lows of the cross-Channel run

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Ferry companies have improved their services through computerisation. Check-in and loading will be much quicker. P & O European Ferries and Stena Sealink will offer hourly and 3/4-hourly sailings from Dover. There will be room for 190,000 passengers and 50,000 cars a day between Dover and Calais when P & O operate their fifth ferry. Dover passengers increased by 13% and cars by 6% in 1992. In Jan 1993 business improved by 10%. Prices are similar with both companies.

Services, Transportation policy, Western Europe, Transportation, Ferries, P&O European Ferries (Irish Sea) Ltd., English Channel, Europe, Western, Stena Sealink

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