Evidence is growing that summer 2008 could be a poor one for the travel industry in Europe, as families who traditionally take an overseas holiday cut back on spending with worries over house prices and job security. But the Spanish holiday island of Lanzarote is bucking the trend and seeing an increase in visitors this year.

Les Arcs, Courchevel and Chamonix are some of the most well-known ski areas in France. The French ski area of Les Arcs has been attracting mountain sport enthusiasts since 1968. The Courchevel French ski area is located in the Savoie region of the French Alps. The Chamonix French ski area is home to world-famous Mont Blanc.

Tenerife, one of the Canary Islands, is set to revive a once-thriving tourism business. The island was once a premier holiday hot spot amongst the elite, but a lack of investment caused it to fade off the holiday destination map. Now, with local leaders pushing for new strategies, Tenerife is making a comeback as the place to be when you want the perfect holiday.

Cyprus, island paradise, has recently been hit by a terrible drought. In fact, this drought is the worst that the island has seen in a hundred years.

Portomaso is a 31-acre waterfront development that boasts luxurious accommodations, clubs and exciting activities. The primary goal of the developers of Portomaso was to become one of the most prestigious locations in all of Malta and the Mediterranean. Most attractions in the Portomaso area include activities for children as well as adults.

The latest popular trend in vacation activities is cycling. Spain and the Balearic Islands are two of the most popular cycling vacation destinations in all of Europe.

Malta, once considered a getaway for retirees, is attempting bring in a youthful demographic. Recently, the Tourism Authority changed its efforts to attract a younger, wealthier group of people. This renewed focus has paid off, as the number of young people visiting the island has risen significantly in the first few months of 2008.

Airline mergers and bigger planes seem to be the future for aviation. But one company - with a single plane - has been challenging the big companies on service and fares.

Menorca, a territory of Spain, is one of the Balearic Islands located in the Mediterranean Sea. Menorca has a spot for everyone, whether they are seeking a relaxing holiday on a remote beach, the excitement of a bustling city, the convenience of a resort, first-class dining or a variety of sporting activities.

Traditionally, British families tend to prefer making holiday plans that include visits to the Canary Islands or the Balearic Islands. Young adults making their own holiday plans this year without the accompaniment of their families are looking toward the Costa del Sol, Tenerife and Majorca.